Successful Club Fair

More than 40 on-campus clubs and organizations participated in the AUS Club Fair at the Student Center.

The fair, which was inaugurated by Chancellor Winfred Thompson, attracted a large crowd of students as well as senior AUS officials, including Dr. Sallie Sheppard, Interim Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs; Mr. Salem Al Qaseer, Vice Chancellor for Public Affairs; Dr. Moza Al Shehhi, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs; Mr. George DeBin, Vice Chancellor for Finance and Administration; Mr. Ali Shuhaimy, Dean of Admissions; and Mr. Munketh Taha, Assistant to Vice Chancelor Student Affairs. The event ran from February 21–22.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Thompson said that he was very pleased to see the number and variety of clubs represented at this year's fair. “Joining an on-campus club is one of the best extracurricular activities in which a student can participate. I hope that our students take advantage of the many organizations we have represented here today.”

The two-day fair is one of the biggest events of its kind held on campus. Colorful stalls with national flags, posters, multimedia displays, and music livened up the Student Center. Many students wore their national dresses, reflecting the vibrant, multicultural environment prevalent on campus.

“The event is organized by the Student Activities Department at the start of each semester with the aim of introducing AUS students, faculty and staff to the various student clubs and organizations available on campus,” said Mr. Munketh Taha, Assistant to the Dean of Student Affairs.

Among the many organizations that participated in the event this year were the Syrian Cultural Club, Pakistani Cultural Club, Iranian Cultural Club, Libyan Cultural Club, Kuwaiti Cultural Club, the Islamic Club, Power Hit Radio, Astronomy Club, Music Club, Leopard Club (student newspaper). Also present were representatives from the AUS Community Services, Sports Complex and the Learning and Counseling Center.