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Winter Enrichment Program 2026: Preparing students for a changing world

annieFeb 1, 2026February 1, 20260

Under the theme “Adaptation: Reshaping for a Fluctuating Future,” the Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) 2026 brought over 1,000 students, including around 400 KAUST students and

KAUST Garden Open Day

annieJan 29, 2026February 2, 20260

The KAUST Garden Society is very pleased to announce the fifth KAUST Open Garden Day. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore selected private gardens at KAUST, offering inspiration

Call for Community Proposals | Well-being Week 2026

annieJan 29, 2026January 29, 20260

Building on its success in 2024 and 2025, Well-being Week returns in 2026 with a renewed focus on holistic wellness. Organized by Campus and Community

PSE Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Seminar

annieJan 29, 2026January 29, 20260

My quantum dot journey: from water to infrared, and finally to luminescent salts Date: Feb. 11, 2026Time: 2 p.m. – 3 p.m.Venue: KAUST, Bldg. 9,

BioMed/BESE Seminar

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saJan 29, 2026January 29, 20260

A platform technology for immune targeting cancer and endometriosis Women’s Health Focus Date: February 4, 2026    Time: 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., followed by a reception     Location: Mosti

Temporary Partial Road closure of Gate-1B

annieJan 28, 2026February 1, 20260

Please note that Gate-1B will operate with a single lane, alternating for entry and exit, from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. daily. Please refer to

Seven Summits film screening and panel discussion

annieJan 28, 2026January 28, 20260

Monday, February 96:30 p.m.KAUST Discovery Cinema Calling all adventurers, outdoor enthusiasts, and lovers of extreme sports! Join us on Monday, February 9, at 6:30 p.m.

Help us redesign KAUSTCentral

annieJan 28, 2026January 28, 20260

We are inviting you to take part in an interactive Design Thinking session focused on reimagining the future of KAUSTCentral. This workshop is an opportunity

KAUST’s Climate Action Plan – Let your voice be heard

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saJan 28, 2026February 1, 20262

Date February 8–11 Time February 8, 10:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m.February 8, 3:00 p.m.– 5:00 p.m.February 9, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.February 9, 1:00 p.m. –

A National Hackathon Opportunity for KAUST Students! Join Hack4Earth

sara.ali@kaust.edu.saJan 28, 2026January 28, 20260

Dear KAUST students, Are you passionate about sustainability, innovation, and real-world problem solving? Whether you’re an experienced coder, designer, researcher, or simply passionate about sustainability,

Ramadan food safety

Corals, Coasts and One Health

South Beach closure

Winter Enrichment Program 2026: Preparing students for a changing world

KAUST Garden Open Day

Call for Community Proposals | Well-being Week 2026

PSE Dean’s Distinguished Speaker Seminar

BioMed/BESE Seminar

Temporary Partial Road closure of Gate-1B

Seven Summits film screening and panel discussion

Help us redesign KAUSTCentral

KAUST’s Climate Action Plan – Let your voice be heard

A National Hackathon Opportunity for KAUST Students! Join Hack4Earth