Dear Colleagues and Community Members,
I would like to thank you warmly for supporting KAUST’s recent initiative to reach out to schools in nearby communities. You have helped to make the project a tremendous success.
In partnership with Tamimi, we were able to provide back-to-school kits for children of both elementary and secondary school age in the villages of Thuwal and Qadimah. These modest but thoughtful steps can create opportunities to make a difference.
As I have said, a journey of a thousand miles is made up of small steps. KAUST aspires to be a research university for the Kingdom, dedicated to scholarship and service, building bridges between communities and cultures. Building these bridges begins at home, and your efforts contribute to fostering community spirit and rootedness.
Many congratulations to all of the people in Saudi Initiatives, Facilities and Community and elsewhere, who worked to make good things happen.
It is truly heartwarming to know that so many people across our community share the commitment to make a positive impact on lives here in the Kingdom.
With all good wishes,
Choon Fong Shih
President