Last week, PSAU organized a series of academic, health, and career-development programs and activities through its colleges and supporting deanships at its main campus in Al-Kharj and its branches in Hotat Bani Tamim and Wadi Al-Dawasir. The initiatives focused on improving academic quality, serving the community, and preparing students for the labor market.
Academic Quality and Accreditation
As part of its efforts to improve quality and develop academic staff, the Deanship of Development and Quality organized an orientation program for new faculty members for the 1448 AH academic year. The program was attended by Vice President for Educational and Academic Affairs Prof. Mashari bin Ayad Al-Osaimi.
Prof. Ziyad bin Saeed Al-Malki, Dean of Development and Quality, explained that the program familiarized new faculty members with the university’s regulations and policies to help them prepare for their academic and research responsibilities. It included introductory sessions on program quality, academic accreditation, scientific research, educational services, and faculty members’ rights and responsibilities.
In a related development, a team of specialized experts conducted a remote mock accreditation visit to the university in coordination with the Deanship of Development and Quality, in preparation for the actual institutional accreditation visit by the National Center for Academic Accreditation and Evaluation. The visit included meetings with university leaders and students, as well as a review of the self-study report, to identify areas for improvement and complete the accreditation requirements.
Health Awareness
On the health awareness front, the Student Housing Department, in cooperation with the College of Dentistry, organized an awareness campaign titled “Study Comfortably and Smile with Confidence” at the student housing facilities in Al-Kharj. The campaign aimed to educate students on proper oral and dental care.
The female section of the College of Applied Medical Sciences in Al-Kharj, in cooperation with the Fifth Secondary School in Al-Kharj, also held an awareness event titled “Early Detection Saves Lives” to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The event introduced students to the importance of regular and self-examinations.
Community Partnership
As part of its community partnership efforts, the Community Responsibility Unit at the College of Nursing organized an event titled “Check on Your Health” at the Najaan Development Council, in cooperation with the Najaan Community Development Association. The event served 50 older adults and included measurements of vital signs, blood glucose levels, and body mass index, along with guidance on preventing chronic diseases.
Technology and Career Preparation
In technology and career development, the Student Activities Unit at the female section of the College of Engineering in Wadi Al-Dawasir held a cybersecurity awareness event to promote the protection of digital data and reduce cyber risks.
Meanwhile, the College of Business Administration in Hotat Bani Tamim organized a training course titled “Developing Job Search Skills” for students expected to graduate from the Management Information Systems Department. The course prepared students for the labor market by providing training in résumé writing and job interview skills.
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