American University of Sharjah (AUS) will host a series of student, charitable and cultural activities throughout the holy month of Ramadan.

Dr. Moza Al Shehhi, Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, said the university activities are meant to bring students together during the holy month and introduce them to how people from different cultures celebrate. “I want to wish everyone a blessed Ramadan. What we are trying to do throughout the month is illustrate the true spirit of Ramadan, and send the message of love and charity,” she said.

The AUS Office of Student Affairs will hold an iftar party on campus for the elderly in Sharjah and Ajman. The event will also bring together 500 students. In addition, an iftar dinner will be held on campus for orphaned children.

The Islamic Cultural Club is organizing four lectures to talk about the meaning of Ramadan and introduce non-Muslim students and faculty members to its significance. The first event, Ramadan 101, will be held Sunday, August 31 at 4:30 p.m. in Lecture Hall A.

Courtesy of the Islamic Cultural Club and the AUS Student Council, a tent on campus will serve 150 free meals for students and those observing the month. In addition, faculty, staff and students can purchase iftar from 14 restaurants, including campus outlets, featuring various cuisines. (Ramadan outlets timing)

AUS Chancellor Dr. Peter Heath will host an alumni iftar and seminar series, along with a number of distinguished co-hosts. The series will partner AUS with various industries and governmental agencies within the region to facilitate exchange and forge a mutually beneficial relationship between AUS, its graduates and employers in their fields.

Sports tournaments and games will also mark the month. The AUS Ramadan Sports Tournament will bring together teams from universities around the UAE to compete in football, basketball and volleyball.