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Issue 7 | December 2009ALHOSN’s academic programs and student projects impress2009 NAJAH education, training and career expo attendeesALHOSN University attracted hugecrowds during the 2009 NAJAHeducation, training and career expowhich opened October 20, 2009 atthe Abu Dhabi National ExhibitionCentre.Numerous attendees gatheredat ALHOSN’s special booth tolearn more about the university’sadvanced academic programs.Most were impressed by twoprojects showcasing the talents ofALHOSN’s software engineering andarchitecture students: a weatherstation with a web interface thatsends weather information to mobilesubscribers via SMS, and a uniquedesign concept for a bus shelter. Dr.Hamdi Sheibani, ALHOSN’s Provost,led representatives in disseminatingfaculties, programs and services.As the most comprehensive annualeducation, training and careersevent in the UAE, NAJAH serves asan excellent platform for ALHOSNto affirm its growing prominenceas a respected higher educationinstitution.“NAJAH was very productive as itallowed us to introduce ALHOSN’svision to a broader audience. It alsoserved as a perfect opportunity forus to emphasize the importanceof quality education, such as thatoffered by our university, in providingfuture leaders with the right skillsand attitude. We look forward tomaintaining our presence in thismajor educational event,” stated DrSheibani.Supported by the Abu DhabiEducation Council, NAJAH gathersa diverse audience of leadingacademic institutions, businesses,school leaders, university studentsand professionals. The event wasofficially opened by H.H. SheikhNahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan,UAE Minister of Higher Educationand Scientific Research. It featuredan Education and Careers Forum,an Assessment Centre deliveredby AIESEC (the largest studentorganization in the world) andan Education and Career AdviceLounge.Alhosn Events17