Under the sponsorship of Dr. Yassin bin Abdullah Al-Zubaidi, Dean of the University College in Al-Qunfudhah, the University College in Qunfudah held a welcome meeting for new students of academic year 1439/1440AH during the period 21-22 Muharram 1440AH. During this period, departments coordinated meeting with their students. The first day was for literary departments and the second for scientific departments. The aim of the meeting was to introduce new students to their departments and answer their queries, a well as introduce them to their tasks and to remind them of the importance of excellence and perseverance during their educational journey.  

During the welcome meeting, a course entitled "Confident Steps towards Innovation and Excellence in Education” was delivered. It was presented by the Dean of the College, Dr. Mohammed Al-Hazmi, during which he discussed several important aspects of developing the student's reading and revision skills. The importance of coping with a new educational environment while planning on a daily basis and looking for the right friend were also some of the topics tackled. The skills of creativity and its basic conditions were also addressed. Additionally, Dr. Hazmi noted the importance of positive mental messages, and he reviewed the keys to success, noting the importance of self-confidence and believing in one’s capabilities, explaining the equation of success.