DUBAI, His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of the Dubai Sports Council, graced the celebration of Dubai's Institutes of Technology today by conferring degrees upon a new cohort of graduates in 2023. The ceremony, known as the "Leaders of Today for Tomorrow" class, took place at the Grand Hyatt Hotel in Dubai.
His Highness honored 40 outstanding male and female students among the 455 graduates, who specialized in engineering, healthcare sciences, computer science and information technology, business administration, applied media, and education.
During the event, His Excellency Dr. Faisal Al-Ayyan, the Director of the Higher Colleges of Technology, delivered the board's speech, expressing profound gratitude to His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the President of the State (may God protect him), His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai (may God protect him), and His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President, President of the United Arab Emirates, Deputy Prime Minister, and Chief of the Presidential Court, along with their brothers, Their Highnesses, the Rulers of the Emirates, appreciating their continuous support to the colleges over more than 35 years.
Dr. Al-Ayyan emphasized the importance of "quality" in the pursuit of excellence and praised the UAE residents for consistently demonstrating their abilities and skills to achieve remarkable feats, even reaching the boundaries of space. He acknowledged the Higher Colleges of Technology, celebrating the graduation of the "Leaders of Today for Tomorrow," as role models for quality professionals who will work and innovate to build a sustainable future.
He noted that the colleges' commitment to preparing outstanding national talents, coupled with strategic transformations in their educational system, has resulted in a new model that underscores their leadership in applied education. This aligns with national aspirations and adapts to the changing labor market dynamics. The colleges' strategy emphasizes comprehensiveness and integration, opening up new educational options based on students' abilities and inclinations, including applied bachelor's programs and professional diplomas. Moreover, effective partnerships with the job sectors provide students with qualitative training and job opportunities, making them the preferred choice in the job market.
Dr. Al-Ayyan pointed out that this year's graduation celebrations coincide with the International Teachers' Day, a precious occasion to congratulate every teacher and professor, appreciating their roles as educators and molders of minds.
Subsequently, on behalf of the Higher Colleges of Technology board, His Excellency Al-Ayyan announced the graduation of 455 male and female students from Dubai's Higher Colleges of Technology for the academic year 2022/2023. These "Leaders of Today for Tomorrow" successfully completed their studies and earned their university degrees with distinction, and they were congratulated for their achievements, with wishes for success and prosperity in their careers.
In a speech at the ceremony, the graduates expressed their joy and pride in their success and distinction, appreciating the support and confidence of wise leaders. They conveyed their deep appreciation and gratitude to their teachers and all those who supported their success and excellence. They emphasized their love for their homeland and their desire to be the leaders of tomorrow, making a positive difference and building a prosperous future.
The graduation ceremony featured a brief video presentation titled "Creating the Future," illustrating how the technical colleges prepare their graduates to become tomorrow's leaders in various fields by equipping them with the necessary skills to be the first choice in the job market.
At the conclusion of the ceremony, commemorative photos were taken with His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum and the graduates, whom His Highness congratulated on their achievements and degrees, extending best wishes for success and distinction in their professional lives.
