Have you ever wondered how realistic today’s science fiction films are? Make sure you see leading astrophysicist Kip Thorne share his insights on working in Hollywood at the WEP 2016 film festival opening screening of the blockbuster “Interstellar.” This is a must-see event for film buffs and science lovers alike.
Today is also a great day for foodies with the opening of our three-day farmers market in Discovery Square. Come along and choose from a wide range of local produce and delicacies—all ready to liven up your dinner tonight!
Here is a full list of today’s events:
Desert Agriculture and New Foods: A Photo Exhibition of Research at KAUST
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
University Library, Level 2 Lobby
Inspired by Polar Explorers – Leadership and Expedition skills
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Building 9, Classroom 3128
Innovation, Creativity, Entrepreneurship and Design Thinking Week
8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Building 19, Hall 2
Running Academy
8:30 to 11:00 a.m.
Harbor Sports Club
Make Smartphone-Enabled Low Energy Devices
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Building 9, Room 4125
Design and Build Your Own Robot
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Building 9, Computer Room 2223
KAUST Research Poster Competition
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Building 9, Hallway
Celebrate Saudi Arabia Art Competition 2016
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Building 20, Lobby
On the Trail of the Glaciers: An Interactive Experience
9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Building 1, Room 2418
Stories in Words and Pictures: Drawing Comics
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Building 9, Classroom 3125
Business Leadership Series: Towards a Knowledge-Based Saudi Economy
12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Building 9, Lecture Hall 2322
Field Trip: Stargazing in the Arabian desert
1:00 to 11:59 p.m.
Al-Wahbah Crater
Network with our Speakers
1:30 to 2:00 p.m.
Building 9, WEP Hub
Alumni Lecture Series
2:00 to 5:00 p.m.
Building 9, Lecture Hall 2325
Golf Tournament
2:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Safaa Golf Club
Farmers Market: Farm to Fork
4:00 to 9:00 p.m.
Discovery Square and the Multipurpose Room
Conduct Us!
5:00 to 6:00 p.m.
Discovery Square
Opening of the WEP Film Festival: Interstellar (2014)
With Prof. Kip Thorne
6:00 to 9:30 p.m.
Discovery Theater
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The Enrichment team