The visit commenced with a meeting with the college and departmental leadership, highlighting strategic directions, mission, and objectives, alongside efforts to develop academic programs and enhance the educational experience. The itinerary featured specialized sessions to discuss quality assurance systems, curriculum design, development, and review, teaching and assessment methodologies, learning outcomes, field and cooperative training, as well as administrative, academic advising, and career services provided to students.

The visit also included a tour of the educational facilities and learning resources, as well as direct meetings with students, alumni, faculty members, employers, and partners from the tourism and hospitality sector. These meetings allowed the evaluation team to gain insights into the participants' experiences and perspectives regarding the programs, discuss their alignment with labor market needs, and explore the role of professional partnerships in supporting training, developing graduate skills, and enhancing employability.

This step comes within the framework of the department's ongoing efforts to elevate the quality of its programs, foster a culture of continuous improvement, and prepare qualified professionals who can contribute to the development of the tourism and hospitality sector, aligned with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030.

The Department of Tourism and Hospitality expresses its sincere gratitude and appreciation to the Ministry of Tourism for supporting and funding the international accreditation procedures, and to the college administration, represented by the Dean and Vice Deans, for their continuous support and assistance in preparing for and executing the visit. The department also highly values the Institute of Administrative Research and Consultation at the university for hosting the visit's meetings, and extends its thanks to the Deanship of Student Affairs, Wadi Makkah Technology Company, and the Alumni and Professional Skills Development Office for their cooperation and contributions to the event's activities.

Furthermore, the department extends its appreciation to all faculty members, academic and administrative teams, students, alumni, and employers who participated in the sessions for their valuable time and active engagement, which greatly contributed to highlighting the department's educational experience, professional connections, and developmental initiatives.

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The honored members included: Prof. Yusra Nabil Al-Sayed, Dr. Abdullah Khalid Abu Numi, Dr. Majid Jazi Al-Harbi, Dr. Mohammed Abdulrahman Basandwah, Dr. Bayan Hassan Munshi, and Mr. Abdullah Mahdi Al-Zahrani.

These pedagogical practices have contributed to generating and developing numerous student ideas and projects through classroom discussions, assignments, and practical activities. Several of these projects transitioned from classroom concepts to participation in prominent competitive and professional platforms, most notably the Tourism Innovation Hackathon, the Umm Al-Qura University Career and Innovation Forum Exhibitions 2026, and the Hajjathon 4.

Furthermore, exemplary models of integration between education and industry emerged, as an idea originating from a first-year student's coursework successfully evolved into a collaborative project with industry representatives. This reflects the department's strategic direction toward applied learning integrated with professional practice.

These practices support the development of key targeted learning outcomes, including critical and creative thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, communication, and the application of specialized knowledge in real-world scenarios.

This recognition is part of the department's ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of teaching and learning, foster continuous improvement, and encourage faculty members to adopt innovative pedagogical practices that boost student engagement, enhance career readiness, and align academic programs with industry needs.

Several male and female students from the **Department of Tourism and Hospitality at the College of Management and Economics at Umm Al-Qura University** have participated with innovative projects in the fourth edition of **"Hajjathon 4"**. This event was held as part of the 26th Scientific Symposium for Hajj, Umrah, and Visit Research under the theme: "Excellence and Integration in the Hajj and Umrah Services System."

This participation is an extension of the department’s efforts to promote active and project-based learning, encouraging students to translate the knowledge and skills acquired from academic courses and graduation projects into innovative, practical solutions. These solutions address real-world challenges in the tourism and hospitality sectors, specifically within the Hajj and Umrah services ecosystem.

The students participated with four innovative projects, as follows:

• **"Smart Verification for Changing Hotel Linens" project**, presented by student **Anas Al-Hulaifi** from the Hotel Management track, which proposes employing smart solutions to enhance the quality of hotel operations and services.

• **"Majra" Platform**, presented by female students **Maya Nami Al-Sulami, Leen Mazen Al-Mutrafi, and Ru’a Humaid Al-Saeedi**.

• **"Rafeeq – The Smart Travel Assistant" project**, presented by students **Omar Zuhdi Abu Bakr Al-Attas, Bashar Al-Sulaimani, and Fares Al-Harbi**, which conceptualizes the integration of smart technologies to enhance the traveler experience.

• **"Mo'een Bracelet" project**, presented by students **Rawasi Muhammad Al-Sawayhiri and Leen Mazen Al-Mutrafi** within the Crowd Management track. The project successfully qualified among the competing entries out of **167 submissions in this track**. The students reached the pitching stage, presenting and defending their idea before the judging panel in an experience that highlights their ability to develop innovative solutions addressing operational challenges in the Hajj and Umrah system.

These participations reflect the department's commitment to achieving key learning outcomes, including innovation, problem-solving, analytical thinking, teamwork, communication, presentation, and the integration of modern technology in tourism and hospitality. This is accomplished by providing students with opportunities to apply their academic knowledge in real-world contexts and participate in specialized initiatives and competitions.

Furthermore, the students' participation in "Hajjathon 4" represents a practical model for active learning strategies. It shifts the students' role from passive recipients of knowledge to active problem solvers, solution designers, team players, and innovators who pitch and discuss their ideas before specialists and judges. This directly bridges the gap between academic learning outcomes and actual professional practice.

By supporting student participation in such events, the department emphasizes the integration of academic study and professional application. It encourages students to develop ideas originating from coursework and graduation projects into scalable, applicable initiatives. Ultimately, this prepares graduates to innovate and contribute effectively to the development of the tourism and hospitality sectors, as well as to serving the Guests of Allah (Pilgrims).

This participation aligns with the Department of Tourism and Hospitality’s strategic direction to provide an interactive, student-centered learning environment that empowers students as active partners in the learning process and solution creation. It also reinforces the alignment of academic programs with labor market needs and the national objectives for developing the tourism, hospitality, and Hajj and Umrah sectors in the Kingdom.

These innovative projects included the "Rafeeq" application; a smart verification system for hotel housekeeping quality and hospitality asset management; the "Sento" capsule (a design proposal to revitalize "Spirit of Saudi" tourist information kiosks); a luxury mountain lodging capsule; an interactive tourism bus; the "Global Destinations with Saudi Features" exhibition; and the "Tourism Minds" initiative, aimed at supporting the employment of people of determination in tourism and hospitality establishments.

For the Revenue Management course, the course instructor, Prof. Dr. Youssri Nabil El-Sayed, accompanied the male and female students on two separate visits for each section to Swissôtel Al Maqam and Swissôtel Makkah. Dr. Imtithal Sindi also accompanied the female students during their first visit. During these visits, the students met with several esteemed executives, including the Cluster Director of Revenue for Swissôtel, Fairmont, and Raffles; the Cluster Director of Sales; the General Manager of Swissôtel Al Maqam and Swissôtel Makkah; the Operations Managers of both properties; the Front Office Managers; the Rooms Division Manager at Swissôtel Al Maqam; the Training Managers of both hotels; and the Assistant Training Manager at Swissôtel Makkah. The students engaged in comprehensive, in-depth discussions regarding the science of revenue management with these industry leaders. They also explored the various methodologies implemented at both properties for revenue management, and learned how Swissôtel Al Maqam and Swissôtel Makkah achieved record-breaking results, earning both properties and their general manager international accolades, including the "Best Hotel Manager in the Middle East" award.

For the Heritage Management and Museum Management courses, Dr. Muhammad Basandwah accompanied the students to the Hira Cultural District. There, they met with the officials in charge of the district and its various exhibitions, receiving detailed briefings on the modern technologies utilized in exhibitions and public presentations, as well as methods of showcasing cultural heritage within the activities and design processes of this renowned cultural district. During the visit, the students recorded field observations to prepare academic reports reflecting their insights on the experience, while identifying key strengths and opportunities for improvement for the cultural site. This activity aims to develop their analytical skills and reinforce their practical comprehension of both the Heritage Management and Museum Management curricula.

Coinciding with International Students’ Day and the International Day for Tolerance, held under the theme "Every Land Has a Story," Umm Al-Qura University organized the "Festival of Cultures and Peoples." The event served as a high-level platform for cultural exchange and the appreciation of diversity among students from various social and cultural backgrounds. Bringing together a broad spectrum of participants, the festival aimed to instill the values of coexistence and build bridges of cross-cultural understanding.

The event was organized and coordinated by the Deanship of Student Affairs, the Intellectual Awareness Unit, the Arabic Language Institute for Non-Native Speakers, and the Deanship of Admission and Registration. This initiative reflects the university’s commitment to supporting international students and enhancing their cultural and academic presence within the campus community.

In this context, the College of Administration and Economics, represented by the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, made an outstanding academic contribution by setting up several interactive pavilions representing the main regions of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. These pavilions featured presentations, traditional attire, and authentic hospitality from various regions of the Kingdom, showcasing its historical, geographical, and cultural depth. They also highlighted Saudi Arabia's tourism potential, which serves as a cornerstone in achieving the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030 to diversify the national economy.

Additionally, international students participated with pavilions showcasing their home cultures, fostering a rich learning environment that enhanced intercultural dialogue and highlighted the university’s global character. This engagement provided students with an opportunity to express their cultural identities within an interactive academic setting that encourages the exchange of experiences and fosters global awareness.

The participation of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality in this festival reflects its leading role in promoting awareness of national heritage and the hospitality industry. It also underscores its commitment to contributing to university initiatives that champion cultural openness and multidisciplinary academic dialogue.

On this occasion, we extend our deepest gratitude to the academic staff of the department for their tireless dedication and continuous efforts in achieving this milestone. We also express our sincere appreciation to the Ministry of Tourism for its valued support of the accreditation process. Finally, we convey our profound thanks to our University, represented by its President, Prof. Madi Al-Madhab, for his unwavering commitment and unlimited support.

During the workshop, Dr. Almaghrabi drew on her rich professional experience across diverse workplaces to deliver insightful advice and practical strategies for empowering women in their careers. Her session emphasized fostering confidence, breaking barriers, and thriving in dynamic workplace environments. The event highlighted the critical role of female leadership in shaping the future of the hospitality industry and left participants inspired and equipped with tools to excel in their professional journeys.

During the visit, a comprehensive tour was organized for Dr. Al-Oufi, which included the College of Business and Economics building, Wadi Makkah Company, the facilities of the Hotel and Tourism Operations Simulation Center project, the computer lab used for teaching in the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, Institute of Consulting Resesrch and Studies, Deanship of Students Affairs, as well as the department’s dedicated teaching facilities.

This visit comes as part of the department's efforts to obtain its second academic accreditation from the NCAAA, following its successful achievement of European accreditation from the EURHODIP.

" You Are the Professional Initiative" was enriched by Tourism and Hospitality Department students' participation in the Quality Week and International Students Week events. Our students designed and set an attractive booth showcasing the cultural and geographical diversity of Saudi Arabia's various regions.

The booth featured a unique activity allowing visitors to have their names written in traditional Arabic calligraphy, which attracted significant attention from both local and international guests. Visitors expressed their admiration for the authentic Arabic art and the warm Saudi hospitality.

This participation was supervised by Dr. Mohammed Basendowh, the Assistant Professor in the Department of Tourism and Hospitality.

"You Are the Professional" initiative was designed to enable students to practice and to perform creative thinking skills by organising events and learning by doing . It can be considered as a sample for department engagement in experiential learning.

This activity reflected the department's commitment to empowering its students with opportunities to interact with the university and international community, enriching their academic and professional skills in the tourism and hospitality sectors

On Day 1, students engaged in a workshop titled “From Concept to Event” by Ms. Rawa, followed by a session on "Excellence in Tourism" Led by Dr. Mohammed Basendwah, an Assistant Professor in Tourism and Hospitality Department.  Several rounds of Kahoot trivia competitions added excitement atmosphere to the event, with prizes for the winners. Participants also enjoyed a “Free Mic” session, where they shared personal experiences in the field. The day concluded with an alumni meet-and-greet session, providing valuable insights for aspiring professionals.

Day 2 included a session on professional certification in tourism, led by Department Chair Dr. Fatima Almaghrabi. In addition to more Kahoot competitions, students attended a workshop on the diversity of tourism across Saudi cities, presented by student Rotana. The event also included another alumni gathering, sparking insightful discussions among attendees.

The third day featured a communication skills workshop with Prof. Yousery Nabil Elsayed, a Professor in Hospitality, followed by additional Kahoot sessions and a Free Mic opportunity. An engaging series of booths explored five Saudi regions—North, South, East, West, and Central—highlighting their rich cultural heritage, traditional clothing, cuisines, and futured tourism projects aligned with Vision 2030.

Through this event, students celebrated the Kingdom’s cultural diversity and prepared themselves and their coll for future roles in tourism and hospitality industry

The Department considered this award as a motivation for further outstanding achievements - in shaa Allah- and to sustain its adopted international educational standards.

This year’s projects included a standout concept of an AI-powered resort,  which was designed to enhance guest experiences through artificial intelligence and virtual reality technologies. Students presented an immersive simulation for exhibition visitors, showcasing the resort’s unique approach to hospitality. Another group developed the “Star Café,” featuring newly crafted recipes inspired by star names. Additional projects highlighted Saudi culinary dishes transformed for international appeal and a café project implementing interactive green policies.

The department’s exhibit drew large crowds, with visitors engaging in meaningful discussions with students, some even exploring the potential for turning these projects into real businesses. The exhibit was also visited by Dr. Amer Al-Zaidi, the university’s vice president for Academic Affairs, who encouraged students to pursue these projects and make them a reality.

The event agenda included:

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Welcome Speech
Speakers:
Bülent Tarlan, General Manager of Hilton Makkah Hotels Group.

Bassam Ammar, General Manager, Hilton Makkah Convention Hotel.

Serkan Yalçınkaya, General Manager, Conrad Makkah.

Maram Qoqandi, Manager, DoubleTree by Hilton Makkah.

11:00 AM - 11:15 AM: Introduction: The full Day's Activities.
Speaker: Hattan Baakdhah, Human Resources Director for Hilton Hotels Group.

Details: Explanation of the day's schedule and activities to be held at different hotel department booths.

11:15 AM - 1:30 PM: Department Booth Tour: The
Students visited different booths  to listen and interact with key hotel operations, engaging in interactive activities with department leaders to gain hands-on experience in hospitality management.

1:30 PM - 2:00 PM: Gift Distribution and Group Photo.
Location: Conference Hall.
Details : 
Students were given souvenirs for their participation, followed by a group photo.

2:00 PM: End of Visit and Departure

This event provided a valuable opportunity for students to be connected with industry professionals, explore future career paths, and gain practical insights into hospitality operations.

Representing EURHODIP, the visit was led by Associate Professor Dr. Nafiya GUDEN, Vice President of EURHODIP. From the College of Business and Economics, several distinguished faculty members participated, including Vice Dean for the Female Section, Dr. Amal Alotaibi; Head of the Department of Tourism and Hospitality, Dr. Fatima Almaghrabi; and faculty members Prof. Yousery Elsayed, Prof. Hatem Radwan, Dr. Abdullah Abonomi, Dr. Majid Alharbi, and Dr. Bayan Monshi

This visit marks a significant step in the department’s journey toward achieving international standards of academic excellence. The collaborative discussions focused on aligning the department's curriculum and teaching practices with global benchmarks to enrich students' educational experience.

As part of implementing the College of Business and Economics' plan to build sustainable bridges with the industry, the Tourism and Hospitality Department at the college welcomed Mr. Hisham Basalem, the Human Resources Manager of Time Raba Hotel in Mecca, on Monday, February 19, 2024. Several topics were discussed to launch a sustainable partnership that benefits students in cooperative training, practical skill learning, and providing job opportunities for graduates.

• In response to the Saudi Vision 2030 that aspires to welcome more pilgrims, Umm Al-Qura University has identified Hajj and Umrah studies as an area of responsibility given its unique geographical location at the heart of the holy city of Makkah. The university has proposed ‘enriching the pilgrims’ experience’ as one of its research priorities and has included art, language and literature among the contributing disciplines. To that end, the department recognizes the importance of conducting Hajj and Umrah research through its different disciplines, and has thus established the Hajj and Umrah research group.
• Considering the university’s unique geographical location in the land of the two holy mosques and at the heart of the Arab and Muslim world, the department also recognises its role in conducting research on Islam and the Middle East, and has for that purpose established the Islamic and Middle Eastern Studies group.
• The department has established the Theatre, Film and Culture research group to work towards the 2030 Vision of celebrating national identity and supporting the Saudi National Culture Strategy, and to invest in the locally emerging research priorities that involve Saudi cultural studies.

Best of luck for everyone.

The Department of English was please to participate in a trip to the Jeddah International Book Fair on Thursday 15 December 2022, which was organised by the College of Social Sciences’ Student Club in cooperation with the Deanship of Student Affairs, and with the attendance of over 60 students from the department and under the supervision of a number of its faculty members. The trip has aimed to promote cultural literacy among students and spark a passion for reading by allowing them to explore rare books and recent publications of various literary and scientific disciplines. It has also aimed to offer them an opportunity to learn more about the Book Fair’s cultural program, and all the seminars, workshops and poetry readings lined up for this year.

**The course “Field Training Mechanisms in Childhood Institutions” has been postponed.

The College of Computer and Information Systems is pleased to invite you to attend a training course entitled: “Cyber Intelligence: A Double-Edged Weapon”. The course will be presented by Dr. Ayman bin Abdul-Rahman Al-Harbi, Associate Professor at the College of Computer Engineering, on Tuesday, 26 October 2021 A.H., at 8:00 p.m.

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To promote the importance of comprehensive health education about breat cancer for the community members and the importance of early detection as well as to highlight the sufering that patients and their families face, the Breast Cancer Awareness event was launched in the Makkah Chamber of Commerce. The event was held with the participation of the various health colleges affiliated with Umm Al-Qura University on Wednesday, 14 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H.

In addition to the colleges of laboratory medicine, physiotherapy, nutrition, and clinical technology, the community of the College of Dentistry, represented by Dr. Jamil Abu Al-Jadayel, who attended on behalf of the Dean of the College, Dr. Mashael Al-Qahtani, along with Dr. Abrar Dumiati, Dr. Raghad Babtain, Dr. Raghad Iskandar, Dr. Aseel Al-Hindi, and Dr. Ihab El-Sayed, participated in the event. This was out of the keenness of the college administration to attend such programs that are in the interest of the community.

During the event, awareness of the important relationship between oral and dental health with the quality of the life of breast cancer patients was raised. This is in addition to equally important issues, such as the importance of having early check-ups with the dentist as soon as the disease is diagnosed and regular visits during, before and after treatment of the disease. Awareness was also raised about the methods of protecting the teeth and gums and how to deal with the complications of chemotherapy and radiation that negatively affect oral and dental health.

The event concluded with Umm Al-Qura University directing thanks to the Secretary General of the Makkah Chamber of Commerce, Eng. Ismat Maatouk, and those in charge of the event from the Chamber of Commerce for their care and interest in the health of the community and in spreading community awareness.

The lecture will be presented by Ms. Ohoud Al-Sulami on Saturday, 17 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H., at 6:00 p.m., via the WebEx platform.

**To view the workshop, click here.

Preparing CVs and Passing a Job Interview Successfully

The course was presented by a lecturer in the Department of Physics, Dr. Sumayya bint Sayyed Awad.

The course was held on Tuesday, 13 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H.

Best wishes of success and progress for our students!

The meeting was prepared and presented by Ms. Elham Basindawah, an academic staff member at the college. During the meeting, Ms. Elham dealt with the concept and the goal of digital citizenship and also tackled the need for promoting the values of digital citizenship as well as its elements. The introductory meeting also included a definition of digital citizen and the requirements for preparing the digital citizen in the light of the Saudi vision 2030.

Her Excellency the Vice Dean of the College, Dr. Hanan Al-Ghamdi, expressed her thanks and appreciation to Ms. Elham for presenting this meeting.

The Professor of Internal Medicine and Rheumatology and Professor of Al-Zaidi Chair for Research in Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases in the College of Medicine at Umm Al-Qura University, Prof. Hani bin Muhammad Al-Muallim, said that the Academy of Rheumatology Research aims to spread the culture of scientific research among researchers and support and facilitate scientific research writing in the field of rheumatology.

Moreover, he praised the medical and academic participation that interacted with the academy, which in turn served a select number of medical students at Umm Al-Qura University and internal medicine fellowship and rheumatology fellowship doctors in the Makkah region.

Prof. Al-Muallim said that a group of trainers from the faculty members at Umm Al-Qura University supervised these scientific research projects and medical studies, lauding the efforts of the Al-Zaidi Chair to spread awareness of rheumatic diseases. He also stressed the importance of early checkups, revealing the latest medical methods in clinical checkups of rheumatism patients.

In a related context, the Scientific Coordinator of the Al-Zaidi Chair for Research in Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases in the College of Medicine at Umm Al-Qura University, Dr. Muhammad Al-Sheikh, stated that the Academy of Rheumatology Research has been able to publish several new qualitative research papers specializing in joint and rheumatic diseases. He further noted that the research team will enhance these studies during its future research plan.

On his part, the Director of Projects at the Al-Zaidi Chair for Research in Arthritis and Rheumatic Diseases in the College of Medicine at Umm Al-Qura University, Dr. Aws Al-Hazmi, said that the medical research workshops conducted by the Academy of Rheumatology Research dealt with the various foundations of scientific research, evidence-based medicine, and scientific writings. He also pointed out that the participation of a group of specialized experts from the faculty members at Umm Al-Qura University resulted in diversification and variety in the activities of the scientific workshops and research projects.

The students were trained by the organizers of the pavilion on several issues of interest to the college and the work environment, including: crowd management, customer services, VIP logistics management, tourist guides, and others.

The different corners in the pavilion were set up to provide many programs that seek to serve and educate visitors and help them understand the history and time-honored civilization of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, with regard to tourism and economic, social and cultural aspects, as well as the theme of transformation.

The pavilion of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia participating in the expo contains main messages on (people, nature, heritage, and opportunities for development).

This training was a profoundly impactful experience for the female students, offering them beneficial training and improving them educationally. It was also a golden opportunity for the female students to participate in the pavilion of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the Dubai Expo 2020 and acquire distinguished experience in their field of study.

It is worth noting that there is still an opportunity to register during the next week for those wishing to receive training during the period between the first of January and the end of March in 2022 A.C.

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The course focused on continuing the practical part of the training by using the SPSS program and completing what was tackled in the first course on "Steps in Conducting a Statistical Study", which was held on Wednesday, 11 Sha`ban 1442 A.H. This was by giving examples of frequency tables, outlining how to find the central tendency and to calculate the confidence interval for a community average for a random sample, and explaining the method of calculating statistical hypothesis testings.

The Comprehensive Exam will start on Monday, 19 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H. (Allah wiling), as follows:

1. Written Exam: Monday, 19 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H., 1:00 p.m.–5:00 p.m.

2. Oral Exam: Wednesday, 21 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H., 8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.

Please note that all the exams will be in person at the College of Designs and Arts, building (B).

May Allah grant everyone success and progress!

The meeting discussed several topics, which were explained in detail, as follows:

• Regulations and bylaws
• Regular study period
• Academic actions
• Printing permission and its conditions
• Defense of theses and subsequent procedures
• Graduation requirements (related to teaching assistants and lecturers)

During the meeting, the importance of taking the vaccine (two doses) was stressed, in order to ensure a healthy and safe environment for all.

The audience, which was approximately 130 in total, included female postgraduate students and a number of academic staff members.

At the end of the meeting, the students submitted their inquiries and questions, which were answered. It is noteworthy that the meeting won the approval of all the attendees.

 إعلان عن مواعيد المقابلة الشخصية وشروط القبول للتحويل لقسم التصميم الجرافيكي

At the beginning of the session, the trainer spoke about patents and their importance in supporting the knowledge economy, progress and prosperity, both scientifically and practically. He then introduced patents and explained the difference between them and innovations and other proprietary rights, such as copyrights, trademarks, industrial models, etc.

Within the same vein, the trainer underscored the importance of legal knowledge regarding how to maintain rights, whether for innovations, patents, or authorships, so that the efforts of the researcher are recognized and their rights are not attributed to others. “Patents are mostly in applied research that yield products and their registration contribute to protection against commercial exploitation of the invention,” he expounded.

Moreover, he noted that a patent is a property document issued by a governmental body and is inheritable and transferable, within a limited period of time, to ensure that the patent and product are protected from remanufacturing and sale.

At the end of the course session, the trainer answered the questions posed by the participants. Finally, the Dean of the College honored and appreciated the trainer for his outstanding course and various benefits it included.

We ask Allah to make the efforts he exerted for the department and college in the balance of his good deeds and to keep him healthy and safe.

The meeting discussed a number of topics, including: extension of the scholarship of some students and requests for holding alternative exams for students who were absent in the second semester of the academic year 1442 A.H.

Additionally, requests for excellence allowances were reviewed for some academic staff members who published scientific papers. Appropriate recommendations were made concerning these agenda items.

“Electromagnetic Waves and Their Impact on the Human Body”

The seminar will be held under the supervision of Dr. Naimah Matirawi on Thursday, 15 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H., at 4:00 p.m., via the WebEx platform.

To attend, please scan the QR code included in attached photo.

The Department of Psychology Invites You to Attend a Course Entitled: “Academic Documentation (Seventh Edition)”

May Allah (Glorified and Exalted be He) grant him further success and progress!

Thus, students who did not attend the final exam for a valid reason should submit their requests to the secretariat of the department in Al-Abdiyyah (male section) and in Al-Zahir (female section) during the period from 18 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H. to 22 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H.

The College of Nursing, represented by the Director of the College, Mr. Talal Al-Abdali, and the Assistant Administrative Director, Ms. Hind Al-Badri, organized a second development workshop for the college's administrative staff, entitled: "Scholarships and Their Regulations". The workshop was presented by the Scholarship Department, represented by the Director of the Scholarships Department, Wael Shaldoum.

At the beginning of the workshop, Mr. Shaldoum spoke about the new rules and regulations followed in the scholarship system and the facilities offered by the Scholarship Department on its website to access these regulations. He also referred to the new developments in the scholarship extension period, stating the number of years taken for studying the language and the number of years taken for Master’s and PhD degrees.

At the conclusion of the workshop, Mr. Shaldoum responded to inquiries and questions raised by the college's administrative staff and provided solutions for the problems and challenges facing scholarship students with regard to the scholarship laws.

On his part, Mr. Al-Abdali extended his thanks to the Director of the Scholarships Department, Wael Shaldoum, for his cooperation, the efforts he exerted, and for sharing his expertise and skills with his colleagues.

The theme of the first workshop was entitled: “Administrative Communication Skills”. The workshop, which was presented by Ms. Munirah Al-Hajji, discussed the preparation of transactions, how to link different transactions, and how to make the owners of the transactions follow up these transactions. Moreover, the presenter explained how to add a signature and also a second signature through the system.

At the end, the workshop provided solutions for the problems and challenges facing the administrative staff while using the administrative communication system (Masar).

On his part, Mr. Talal Al-Abdali praised the Director of the Administrative Communication Center, Mr. Ahmad Al-Sabban, for his cooperation and lasting keenness to provide guidance for others on the proper way of performing transaction flows. Finally, he extended his thanks to Ms. Munirah Al-Hajji for the efforts she exerted to share her skills and expertise in administrative communication with her colleagues.

Faisal Al-Hazmi

The College of Shari`ah and Islamic Studies, Department of Shari`ah
PhD Stage | Fundamentals of Fiqh Major

The Culture of Volunteering

The course will be presented by Dr. Anwar Ramadan Muhammad on Wednesday, 14 Rabi` Al-Awwal 1443 A.H., corresponding to 20 October 2021 A.C., at 6 pm, via the Blackboard platform.

The presenter gave some important tips to help students of the Joint First Year Deanship to adapt to studying while adhering to precautionary measures. The tips are as follows:

1. Prepare a suitable place for your study.
2. Create a routine and adhere to it.
3. Keep distractions off your mind.
4. Track your progress with goals you have accomplished, not the number of minutes you have spent studying.
5. Create or join an online study group.

The course had several main objectives, the most important of which being the following:

1. Highlighting the importance of self-education and self-development as well as using some websites that provide distance education services, whether free or paid. In this regard, a number of distance learning platforms were presented, such as Shams, Riwaq, and Udemy.
2. Outlining the importance of using smart device applications and websites that help in organizing time. These applications and websites organize study time and remind the person of important events.
3. Introducing a set of internet applications that the student can benefit from for image and text processing and proofreading.
   • Explaining the steps for merging PDF files.
   • Covering important points for converting files to different documents, i.e. (JPG, Word).
   • Introducing WeTransfer to send large files up to (2) GB in size.
   • Presenting the application 10 Minute Mail to avoid spam using a free and secure email address for ten minutes.
   • Reviewing programs that allow access to old versions of Internet sites and the content of sites that have been closed. For example, the following sites were presented: Grammarly, Lucidchart, Pixlr, Online-Convert, iLovePDF, and archive.org.