ADU celebrates 2nd Annual International Day

Abu Dhabi University recently celebrated its 2nd Annual International Day on both Abu Dhabi and Al Ain campuses, bringing together over 300 faculty and staff members, representing 15 different nations, as part of ADU’s ambiance of cultural diversity.
“The Annual International day was a great opportunity for staff and faculty to meet with their colleagues and peers, dialogue and experience samples from other cultures including folkloric performances, traditional cuisine and national dress. We pride ourselves on being a multicultural institution, and this event allows us to celebrate and embrace our diversity, which extends to our multicultural student body”, said Dr. Terry Motiuk, Vice Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University.
On her part Mirna Al Zaghni Chair of the event’s organizing committee, pointed out that the International day hosted competitions for best national dress, traditional food and folkloric performances. “More than 15 nations were represented in these competitions by members of our faculty and staff, including: Pakistan, India, Jordan, Philippines, Egypt, Iraq, USA, Canada, Syria, Lebanon, Sudan, Palestine, and Tunisia”, she added.
Background Information
Abu Dhabi University
The dream began with the Charter of Abu Dhabi University in the year 2000, After three years of planning, the university opened its doors in September 2003, to an entering class of 1,000 students on its two campuses in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Unlike other colleges and universities in the UAE, ADU undertook the measures necessary to ensure that all of the degree programs it would offer had secured accreditation from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in advance of any students enrolling in them.
ADU offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees based upon the American model of higher education.