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Buraidah International Dates Carnival 2026 Workshops
In strict alignment with Public events (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted and participated in public community events to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events. This included open workshops and educational material distribution designed to engage community visitors and promote public awareness and lifelong learning.
Peoples' Heritage Festival (5th Edition)
Demonstrating active commitment to Public events (lifelong learning), the university hosted large-scale community cultural events to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events. The 5th Peoples’ Heritage Festival welcomed over 110,000 visitors, providing an open educational platform representing diverse cultures and public learning experiences.
Comprehensive Awareness, Health, and Cultural Campaign in Al-Nabhaniyah
Supporting the mission of Public events (lifelong learning), Qassim University organized large-scale community outreach initiatives to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events. The comprehensive campaign delivered tailored educational lectures, health seminars, and cultural demonstrations benefiting over 48,000 community members.
Exhibition and Events for World Space Week ("Worlds" Exhibition)
Demonstrating active commitment to Public events (lifelong learning), the university hosted specialized public exhibitions to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events[cite: 30]. The “Worlds” exhibition and associated awareness events were opened to the general public to foster space science literacy and community-wide lifelong learning
Public Lecture: Saudi Arabia's Leadership in Humanitarian and International Relief Work
Demonstrating active commitment to Public events (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted a specialized awareness initiative to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events. This public lecture provided open educational access to community members, external visitors, and students, enriching public knowledge regarding global humanitarian assistance, international relief operations, and voluntary work.
Computer Science College Exhibition: Year of Artificial Intelligence 2026
Supporting the mission of Public events (lifelong learning), Qassim University organized an interactive technical exhibition to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events. The exhibition brought together technology enthusiasts, local citizens, and external visitors to explore practical applications, emerging AI tools, and educational showcases, advancing community-wide technological literacy.
National Day Awareness Events and Community Celebrations
Demonstrating active commitment to Public events (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted a broad range of open public activities to Host events at university that are open to the general public: public lectures, community educational events. These awareness events offered interactive exhibits, cultural seminars, and educational activities open to external visitors, local families, and citizens to foster civic identity and ongoing community education.
Community-Wide Sustainability Literacy & Free Lifelong Learning via Food Loss and Waste Hackathon
This collaborative national initiative demonstrates Qassim University’s dedication to boosting Sustainability Literacy across the wider community by providing free access to educational resources, online learning tools, interactive lectures, and practical mentorship for non-university community members, researchers, and entrepreneurs to solve real-world sustainability challenges.
Qassim University Open Educational Resources (OER) & Public Online Platform
As part of its commitment to Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University operates open digital portals and educational repositories designed to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. These platforms allow external community members and lifelong learners free access to digital learning modules, open online lectures, academic publications, and educational media without requiring formal enrollment or university registration.
General Administration of Libraries External Access & Borrowing Portal
Supporting Public resources (lifelong learning), the Deanship of Library Affairs at Qassim University establishes clear community access frameworks to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. External researchers and members of the public can access campus library facilities, consult reference databases, and obtain external borrowing privileges to support continuous self-education and lifelong learning across the region.
Qassim University Participation in the 5th Youth Empowerment Forum ("Fursati")
In line with supporting Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University participates in the “Fursati” Youth Empowerment Forum under the patronage of the Emir of Al-Qassim to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university, offering youth community members guidance, capacity building, and open educational opportunities for continuous personal and professional development.
Specialized Training Program for Teachers of the School for Gifted Students in Advanced Industries
As part of supporting Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted a specialized professional development and capacity-building program to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. This initiative opens university instructional expertise, advanced training modules, and educational workshops to local school teachers beyond campus, empowering external educators with continuous learning tools and advanced industrial knowledge.
The Ninth Summer Club Activities Conclusion
As part of supporting Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University organized and hosted the 9th Summer Club, which is explicitly designed to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. This initiative grants external youth, local school students, and community members free access to educational facilities, scientific modules, sports activities, and structured learning workshops beyond campus, fostering community-wide lifelong learning and skill development
Summer Club Scientific Programs and Specialized Visits
Demonstrating active support for Public resources (lifelong learning), Qassim University hosted open scientific and educational sessions during the summer club to Provide free access to educational resources for those not studying at the university. External participants and young community members were given free access to campus learning spaces, educational demonstrations, computer labs, and interactive lectures designed to enhance lifelong skills and scientific literacy.
Training program: "Quality and Safety of Food Produced Inside Homes"
A 5-day community training program providing free access to practical workshops and educational guidance on food safety and household production.
Lecture entitled "Planting Gardens and Parks and Greening Cities"
A public lecture organized with the Saudi Green Initiative providing community education and resources on urban greening and environmental sustainability.
Workshop entitled "Diverse Social Legislation in the Kingdom and the University's Interest in Sustainability"
An introductory workshop open to community members offering educational resources and lectures on social legislation and sustainability.
Al Rayyan Ramadan Program
A seasonal community learning program offering open educational activities, lectures, and cultural/educational resources.
Workshop: "We Deserve Your Visit"
An applied college workshop providing free learning opportunities and educational resources for community attendees.
Voluntary briefings and practical workshops on combating the red palm weevil (#For_Our_Palm_Trees)
A community initiative providing free lectures, practical workshops, and scientific learning resources for over 200 participants on agricultural pest control.
Lecture: "Intellectual Security: Its Concept, Importance, Means of Enhancing It, Controls, and Effects of Its Absence"
A comprehensive educational lecture providing public learning resources on intellectual security, awareness, and societal stability.
Workshops at the "Wa'i 6" exhibition
Educational workshops held during a public exhibition, providing open resources and interactive learning on community awareness topics.
Workshop: "Dust Storm Preparedness Course"
An environmental educational workshop offering practical knowledge, technical resources, and training on the concept of dust storms, their natural and human causes, and the use of monitoring and forecasting tools for dust storms
Workshop: "Compost and organic fertilizer workflow and its use in producing organic products"
A workshop providing free educational resources and technical skills instruction in the concept of compost and organic fertilizer and their importance in improving soil and increasing production..
Workshops held during World Teachers' Day
Educational workshops providing learning tools, teaching resources, and professional development opportunities for non-university educators and the community.
Environmental training and capacity building
Educational workshops to clarify methods for preserving biodiversity in nature reserves and classifying endangered species and identify natural and anthropogenic sources of air pollution
Workshop: «Start Your Project with Confidence» to introduce entrepreneurs to banking solutions
The Al-Qassim University, represented by the Center for Innovation and Intellectual Property, in cooperation with the General Authority for Small and Medium Enterprises (Manats) and the First Bank, held a workshop titled «Start Your Project with Confidence: Banking Options and Solutions for Entrepreneurs,» at the Code Lab at the university, with the participation of a number of entrepreneurs and those interested in establishing and developing pioneering projects.
Innovation Incubator: "Citizenship and the Promotion of Innovation"
An educational Innovation Incubator providing community resources on civic responsibility, creative problem solving, and national innovation.
Workshop: "innovation impact engagement"
A technology-focused workshop offering public learning resources and skills training in digital tools and technological innovation.
Training Courses on Environmental Impact and Awareness
Educational training courses aimed at implementing strategies for public environmental impact, clarifying the basic concepts of environmental awareness, distinguishing between different levels of environmental awareness, and explaining environmental risk factors and their impact on human health.
Workshop: "Rationalizing Energy Consumption in Government Agencies"
A sustainability workshop offering educational resources, technical guidelines, and practical training on energy efficiency for public sector workers and the community.
The "Integrity Program" on International Anti-Corruption Day (including workshops)
A comprehensive program featuring public lectures and educational workshops providing community learning resources on anti-corruption and governance integrity.
Training Courses in Environmental Monitoring and Network Analysis for Achieving Sustainable Development
Educational training courses aimed at highlighting the importance of environmental monitoring, distinguishing between types of environmental data, and methods for collecting and analyzing them. They clarify the role of environmental maps in achieving sustainable development and introduce network analysis and its contribution to achieving sustainable road infrastructure. Target Audience: Professionals in urban and environmental planning fields.
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His Excellency the President of Al-Qassim University, Professor Dr. Muhammad bin Fahd Al-Sharq, inaugurated the Saudi Architecture Exhibition «Heritage and Pride» organized by the Faculty of Architecture and Planning today, Tuesday, September 15, 2026, in the presence of the university’s vice presidents, at the main hall of the university campus. His Excellency the President of Al-Qassim University toured the exhibition’s exhibits, which included student projects, pavilions of architectural offices belonging to the graduates of the faculty, as well as the participation of a number of entities […]
2026-09-15
His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mashal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz, Amir of the Al-Qassim Region, received in his office at the Emirate’s headquarters in the city of Buraidah, the President of Al-Qassim University, Professor Dr. Mohammed Al-Sharkh, and a number of university leaders and the winners in the cultural competition of the Al-Qassim Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mashal digital library, which the university organized in partnership with the Emirate of the region. His Royal Highness honored […]
2026-09-09
Qassim University launches a program under the initiative of His Royal Highness Prince Dr. Faisal bin Mashal bin Saud bin Abdulaziz to empower youth in the fields of cloud computing and artificial intelligence, in partnership with Oracle, as part of the university’s efforts to qualify national talent and develop the skills of graduates in line with the requirements of the labor market and future skills. The program aims to empower graduates and develop their skills to enable them to contribute to the development of the […]
2026-09-09
Qassim University concluded the «Innovation Summer 2026» program, organized by the Center for Innovation and Intellectual Property in partnership with the Prince Faisal Bin Maktoum Chair for Artificial Intelligence and the Chair for Emerging Technologies, which provided a quality training experience that lasted over three weeks and was attended by more than 500 aspiring students from universities and recent graduates interested in innovation and technology fields. The program included specialized tracks that included: […]
2026-08-14
At a time when palm waste is considered a wasted agricultural product, a Saudi innovation has emerged that seeks to transform this local resource into a high-value industrial product through the P-VAP project, presented by the innovator Muhammad Abdulrazak Hosawi, as part of the “Innovation” incubator at the Al-Qassim University, aiming to produce sustainable technical textiles that are used in various global industries, from footwear and sportswear to furniture […]
2026-05-16
Within its continuous digital excellence and leadership in the field of digital education, Alquaim University achieved several simultaneous national achievements and partnerships, including being crowned with the Innovation Award in e-learning within the Impact Industry track of the Open Educational Content branch, and achieving the highest level for the second consecutive year in the results of the 2024–2025 National Digital Education Index, in addition to its partnership in the initiative […]
2026-01-04
Qassim University, represented by the College of Arts and Design, intends to hold the conference «Handicrafts in the Era of Digital Transformation: Opportunities and Challenges,» in conjunction with the Year of Handicrafts 2025, on Tuesday and Wednesday, December 23-24, 2025, at King Abdulaziz Conference Center in the university city. The conference aims to highlight the importance of handicrafts by emphasizing their cultural and economic value and their role […]
2025-10-24
His Excellency the President of the State Security, Professor Abdulaziz bin Mohammed Al-Howairini, and His Excellency the President of Qassim University, Professor Dr. Abdulrahman bin Hamad Al-Dawood, signed a Memorandum of Cooperation between the State Security Presidency and the University on Sunday evening, at the Presidency's headquarters in Riyadh. This cooperation aims to provide university training and educational programs for inmates of the General Investigations prisons, stemming from the university's role and scientific mission [...]
2023-12-18