Composition of Ahlia University Standing Committees 2024/2025

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Sustainability in Education

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One of the strategic objectives of Ahlia University is to create an exceptional learning environment characterized by high-quality academic and co-curricular programs, excellent and innovative teaching, preparing students for success in the global labor market and contributing to the prosperity of society.

The University ensures sustainability in education by focusing on the learning process, which includes themes such as citizenship, leadership, lifelong learning, experiential learning, and sustainability literacy.

The University offers many sustainability-related courses across various fields, providing an active, student-centered learning environment that actively supports sustainability.

Students learn together and from each other, inside and outside the classroom, becoming critical and engaged citizens. Concepts and strategies for sustainability are integrated into AU's programming, pedagogy, and assessments, equipping students and staff with the skills, values, experiences, and perspectives to address real-life challenges.

AU provides a range of teaching and learning strategies, including internships, enhancing employability and fostering lifelong learning.

In light of its vision, values, and strategic goals, AU's philosophy of teaching and learning focuses on two main ideas:

• Providing a learner-centered environment that promotes excellence, intellectual curiosity, and independent learning.
• Offering a transformative learning experience, enabling graduates to possess the knowledge, skills, and attributes needed to be engaged, ethical members of society.

Sustainability in Governance and Administration

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Sustainability in governance and administration addresses how AU operates in terms of human resources, finance, decision-making, and process implementation. All decisions at AU are made with a sustainable future in mind, supported by policies such as the Sustainability Policy, Environmental Policy, and Paper Use Policy.

University Policy on Sustainability

Ahlia University is committed to achieving a balance between social, economic, and environmental dimensions of sustainability. The University advances learning through teaching, scholarship, and service to society by offering outstanding education, maintaining international scholarly standards, and contributing positively to the community.

AU aspires to the highest standards of sustainability on its campus, in daily activities, and through its outreach to the broader community. It aims to become a model institution for sustainability within the GCC region.

The University Will:

• Encourage economic efficiencies consistent with social equity and environmental respect.
• Balance the needs of current and future generations.
• Minimize energy and material resource consumption.
• Promote a healthy, safe, and productive work and learning environment.
• Advance efforts and accountability in prioritizing sustainability within the AU community.
• Share knowledge to stimulate innovation and raise awareness about sustainable practices.
• Conserve the cultural and natural heritage of AU, including traditions and knowledge.