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Education for SDGs in the wider community
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Education for SDGs in the wider community
Qassim University actively extends SDGs education to the wider community through its specialized centers and outreach programs. The Center for Sustainable Development leads the charge, providing consulting, training, information, and awareness services to local stakeholders. The university leverages its Vice Presidency for Business Development and Community Partnership to strengthen ties and launch initiatives aligned with Saudi Vision 2030, which prioritizes sustainability. Colleges like the Department of Environment and Natural Resources engage the local community to promote sustainable living practices and a culture of environmental responsibility. Furthermore, the university hosts seminars, workshops, and conferences to raise public awareness about critical sustainability issues like water management and conservation. Through diverse programs, including comprehensive campaigns focusing on health, education, and social responsibility, Qassim University reinforces its role as a leading institution in regional sustainable development.
General Administration of Community Partnership
A dedicated administrative body with the mission to provide quality community services, offer training courses, workshops, and consultations, and strengthen partnerships with government, private, and civil society organizations.
Alumni Management Training and Guidance
The Alumni Department seeks to qualify and empower graduates for the labor market by providing training, guidance, and counseling programs to enhance their professional readiness.
Applied College Professional Certification Programs (I.T.)
Offers professional courses and certifications in high-demand fields such as CompTIA Security+, Cisco CCNA, and Certified Digital Marketing Professional (CDMP), accessible to the public.
Digital Awareness Programs (E-Learning)
The Deanship of E-Learning and Information Technology includes initiatives focused on Digital Awareness to educate the community on safe and effective technology use.
Voluntary Work for Community Service
The university’s volunteering programs collaborate with external governmental and private entities to offer high-impact voluntary opportunities, enabling students and staff to deliver direct service to the community.
Supporting Sustainable Innovation & Entrepreneurship
The university's Business Incubator runs programs, in partnership with external entities like "Monsha'at" (The Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority), to guide students and community members in transforming their innovative ideas into viable, sustainable startup businesses and long-term solutions.
Exploring Space and Future Technologies
The university organized the "Worlds" exhibition in conjunction with World Space Week. This initiative serves as a form of Education for SDGs in the wider community by showcasing space science, future technologies, and student projects, fostering awareness of innovation (related to SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure) and scientific education.
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His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahad Al-Sharikh, inaugurated the «Worlds» exhibition on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. The exhibition coincides with Global Space Week and highlights space sciences and future technologies through 41 booths showcasing the efforts of the Kingdom, the university, and student projects, in addition to scientific innovations and interactive activities. The exhibition was organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs, with the attendance of university vice presidents, staff, and students.
2025-10-08
His Highness Prince Badr bin Fahd bin Faisal Al Saud, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Saudi Amateur Radio Society, and His Excellency Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, President of Qassim University, signed a memorandum of understanding between the university and the society, coinciding with World Space Week, in the presence of His Excellency the Vice President of the University for Postgraduate Studies and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Walid Al-Battah, at the main headquarters in the university city. The memorandum aims to enhance [...]
2025-10-07
His Excellency the President of the University, Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, sponsored today, Wednesday, October 1, 2025, the «Geographical Conference on Saudi Environment and Protected Areas: Towards Sustainable Development,» organized by the University, represented by the College of Languages and Humanities, in partnership with the Royal Commission for the Development of Imam Turki bin Abdullah Reserve and with the participation of several entities, in the presence of His Excellency the CEO of the Commission, Eng. Muhammad bin Abdulrahman Al-Shalan, and His Excellency [...]
2025-10-01
His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, inaugurated the Healthcare Simulation Forum and Exhibition, organized by the University's Medical City, coinciding with the activities of World Health Simulation Week. The event was attended by university vice presidents, a number of specialists, faculty members, and students, and took place in the main atrium of the university city. The forum featured introductory activities and realistic experiences using the latest health simulation technologies, such as [...]
2025-09-20
Qassim University, represented by the Deanship of Student Affairs, has launched the activities and programs of the Eighth Summer Club, which targets students from various educational levels and university female students. The club will run until the 19th of Safar 1447 AH, at the Olympic Sports Complex in the university city. The launch of the club comes as part of the university's keenness to invest the summer vacation in a way that benefits students, serving as a platform for skill development and talent refinement, in line with […]
2025-07-17
His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, sponsored today, Monday, May 12, 2025, the ceremony of the Applied College titled «Alignment, Partnership, and Professionalization.» His Excellency also inaugurated the exhibition of distinguished student graduation projects, which included more than 75 projects presented by 300 male and female students from various technical and administrative specialties, in addition to honoring training and employment entities, in the presence of Their Excellencies the Vice Presidents of the University […]
2025-05-12
Qassim University signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Council for Family Affairs on Monday, May 12, 2025, to enhance cooperation in implementing the council's outcomes and the National Family Strategy initiatives through academic partnership with the university as a community partner. The MoU was signed by His Excellency the President of the University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, and Her Excellency the Secretary-General of the Council for Family Affairs, Dr. Maymouna Bint [...]
2025-05-12
His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, sponsored yesterday, Wednesday, May 7, 2025, the forum «Vision Ambassadors: Scholarship Students Building the Future» and inaugurated the accompanying exhibition. The forum was organized by the College of Business and Economics at the university, with the participation of 12 speakers, a number of experts, specialists, and entities from inside and outside the Kingdom. The forum aims to discuss qualitative developments in scholarship programs and review supporting initiatives [...].
2025-05-08
The university is holding the sixth edition of its comprehensive campaign «Awareness, Health, and Education» on Sunday, 22 Shawwal 1446 AH, under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Meshaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Al-Qassim Region. The campaign aims to provide integrated health, awareness, and educational services to the residents of Al-Nabhaniyah Governorate and its affiliated centers and villages, as part of the university's community roles and national mission. The campaign will continue […]
2025-04-17
His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharih, witnessed on Monday the conclusion of the fourth Al-Rayyan Ramadan program activities, and participated in the Iftar banquet with the students of the university housing in the presence of Their Excellencies the Vice Presidents of the university, a number of its staff, and over 850 students representing 90 nationalities of international students, as part of the fourth Al-Rayyan Ramadan program, held during the month of Ramadan […]
2025-03-19
His Excellency the President of the University, Professor Dr. Mohammed bin Fahd Al-Sharikh, opened the annual «Amal» (Hope) exhibition yesterday, Tuesday, as part of the university's efforts to promote the mental health of its students and staff. The exhibition, organized by the Deanship of Student Affairs, featured participation from several health colleges and relevant entities, and was attended by His Excellency the Vice President for Financial and Technical Affairs, Dr. Mohammed bin Abdulrahman Al-Saoui, and His Excellency [ ]
2024-10-23
His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mishaal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Al-Qassim Region, visited the university's exhibition participating in the Buraydah Dates Carnival, which lasts for 30 days. Several university entities are participating. His Highness reviewed the scientific innovations and educational and awareness booths on sustainable practices and date palm and date processing industries. The university's exhibition includes several booths aimed at […]
2024-09-11
The Deanship of Student Affairs at the university, yesterday, Sunday, corresponding to 5/10/1444 AH, organized the ”Pioneers for People with Disabilities” program, coinciding with the International Day of Persons with Disabilities. The program included various activities such as an exhibition, workshops, and consultations, held in the main lobby of the university city, in the presence of His Excellency the Vice President for Educational Affairs, Dr. Mohammed Al-Sharikh. The exhibition showcased the Kingdom's efforts in supporting people with disabilities, [...]
2022-12-05
The university, represented by the General Administration for Maintenance and Services, continues its participation in the seventh phase of the “Qassim Green Land” campaign, which launched on Sunday, 23/7/1442 AH, and will last for 30 days. The university aims to plant approximately 10,000 seedlings of various trees throughout the university city and its various locations, under the direction and supervision of His Excellency Professor Dr. Abdul Rahman bin Hamad [...]
2021-03-24
The Ideological Awareness Unit at the university held a meeting with its representatives from the male and female faculties yesterday, Wednesday, 19/1/1441 AH, in the Medical Clinics Theater at the university city. The meeting aimed to review the achievements of the past phase and to present some opinions and proposals that serve the interest of the unit in the coming phase. Professor Dr. Fahad Al-Dalea, Assistant Supervisor of the Ideological Awareness Unit, reviewed [...]
2019-09-19