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the strength of this relationship will define and shape their • Clubs Program
future success. Our office is committed to maintaining long- There is an extensive and varied menu of clubs for students
lasting relationships with our alumni, and we accomplish to become active and involved in on campus ranging from
this by forging connections through various programs and arts, culture, and humanitarianism to professional and
resources. social. The clubs are designed to motivate Abu Dhabi
Alumni Academy: This initiative focuses on providing University students and provide them with opportunities to
professional development opportunities for our graduates, expand their leadership skills. There is also the opportunity
around a range of topics related to their previous programs to suggest and create new clubs and for students to
of study, career guidance for new graduates, and other illustrate their culture, interests, and passions.
topics, which contribute to their personal and professional
growth. • Leadership & Volunteer Program
Alumni Spotlight: We highlight our alumni success
stories, to learn more about their careers and other Students are encouraged to volunteer in SEO, ADU and the
achievements and updates that they would like to share surrounding community while also working with corporate
with the community. organizations through cross-generational work and CSR
initiatives. Several tiers of ‘leaders’ are supported and will
Alumni Card: Alumni have the privilege of carrying an be given rewards through training, development, university
ADU Alumni card, which provides a variety of discounts exchange and international volunteering opportunities.
within the community and grants access to ADU campuses
and facilities. Also included in SEO’s signature programming are
leadership and empowerment workshops. Students are
Alumni Talks: We are proud to invite our alumni as guest given the opportunity to make informed and proactive
speakers and hosts for our events where they share their decisions therefore, implementing positive change in their
experiences and advice as entrepreneurs and industry own lives, healthily spilling over into their ADU community.
leaders. SEO assist the faculty and administration by helping
Alumni Network Groups: ADU graduates are students create their best self and strives to become a
encouraged to join our online communities, to network leading model of innovative and creative approaches
and connect with other alumni, while learning more about for student-centered initiatives as we deliberately grow
alumni events, job opportunities and more. ADU Groups to meet the expanding needs of our splendidly diverse
and the LinkedIn ADU Alumni Network, are the main student body and the greater community.
platforms that keep our alumni community connected.

Student Engagement Office Student Support Office (SSO)
The Student Support Office is a prominent division
(SEO) within the Student Affairs Department, entrusted with
the provision of comprehensive non-academic support
The Student Engagement Office is a student-centered services to students. Our team consists of highly dedicated,
department that works in unison with various student experienced, and specialized professionals who are
bodies, clubs and groups to enrich ADU’s community committed to delivering an exceptional experience to
with an expansive variety of culture, social activities, arts, students throughout their tenure at Abu-Dhabi University.
environmental awareness and leadership opportunities.
SEO is always looking forward to create a vibrant campus Student Support Portal:
life and to engage students with exciting new activities The Student Support Office is committed to provide
and events that occur on & off campus. Programs that students with a seamless university experience through an
represent the aim of the office are the following: easy access to all its services from a digitized portal where
students can avail any of the available services anytime
• Student Council Program and anywhere. Use this link to explore our services:
This elite body of elected individuals offers a strong bridge https://ss.adu.ac.ae/.
of communication between the student body and ADU’s
management. The SC ensures that they embrace the Code of Conduct
needs of their fellow students to assist in understanding The Student Code of Conduct is established to foster and
and suggesting significant developments at Abu Dhabi protect the core mission of the University, to foster the
University. The Student Council undertakes a variety of scholarly and civic development of the University’s students
training programs to enhance leadership and management in a safe and secure learning environment, and to protect
opportunities once they graduate from ADU. the people, properties and processes that support the
University and its mission. Filing a code of conduct case

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