Events and Highlights
At KFUPM, we are committed to fostering innovation, research excellence, and global collaboration. This page provides news and updates from Global Engagement, featuring highlights from our international and national events, conferences, and achievements.
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Highlights
17 February, 2025
Solution Hackathon
The Solution Hackathon was a groundbreaking 3-day event hosted by KFUPM in collaboration with University College London (UCL). This event brought together innovative minds to tackle critical global challenges through creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork.Participants engaged in interactive workshops, panel discussions, and hands-on coding sprints to develop solutions in the following tracks:Digital Healthcare Solutions – Leveraging technology to improve healthcare access and delivery.STEM Education Enhancements – Creating innovative tools to improve STEM learning.Campus Life Innovations – Developing solutions to enhance the student experience.The event culminated in a live-streamed presentation round, where teams pitched their innovative solutions. The top teams were recognized for their creativity, feasibility, and real-world impact. Stay tuned for the final day of the competition, where winning teams will be announced!
04 February, 2025
Global Students Research (GSR) Conference
The Global Students Research (GSR) Conference, initiated by KFUPM leaders and students, advances scientific research and its impact on various aspects of life. GSR offers a dynamic platform for diverse disciplines to collaborate, share innovative ideas, and showcase groundbreaking research. By bridging gaps between academia, industry, and scientific fields, GSR fosters intellectual curiosity and professional growth. It provides a unique opportunity for researchers and students to engage with cutting-edge developments and gain insights from peers and experts.
26 January, 2025
(Plan for Summer) خطط للصيف
The “خطط للصيف” event, organized by KFUPM’s Global Engagement, was designed to introduce students to various international summer opportunities, including research programs, internships, competitions, and global conferences. The event aimed to inspire students to take advantage of the summer period to enhance their skills, gain international exposure, and explore career-building experiences.
06 October, 2024
(Around the World) لف العالم
The “Around the World” event, organized by KFUPM’s Global Engagement, provided students with an exciting opportunity to explore international experiences, discover new cultures, and learn about global opportunities available to them. The event aimed to inspire students to step outside their comfort zones, engage with diverse communities, and gain valuable international exposure.Through interactive sessions, engaging discussions, and networking opportunities, participants learned about study abroad programs, internships, and international competitions. The event also included fun activities such as Kahoot quizzes and prize draws to keep the audience engaged.