Effat University recently hosted a three-week Mawhiba 2017 enrichment and creativity program, which targets female students in order to develop their skills and abilities.
The King Abdulaziz and His Companions Foundation for Giftedness and Creativity (Mawhiba) program continued until Aug. 17 with the goal of developing the cognitive, personal and social abilities of 64 students. The program “aimed at providing progressive levels of advanced knowledge, skills and scientific expertise that challenge the abilities of students and enabling them to continue building quality, cumulative experience that grows more intensive and diverse with time and effort.”
President of Effat University Haifa Reda Jamal Allail said Mawhiba targeted talented female students in order to identify their hidden potential and offer the support needed to develop and refine their skills.
Allail said: “The university’s support for the program comes within the framework of its contribution toward building a promising society characterized by talent and creativity. In addition, it also comes within the university’s efforts toward participating in developing young, talented and creative Saudi leaders and cadres with superior educational and training outcomes who are able to play their awaited developmental roles with capability and merit.”
The Mawhiba participants were divided into five enrichment units: Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design, Encryption, Chemistry in Society, and Advanced Physics. The daily program was divided into two sections, the first of which included various academic programs, while the second included an assortment of extracurricular activities aimed at providing participants with basic skills, such as entrepreneurship, accurate data analysis and decision-making skills, among others.
The students visited the King Abdullah University for Science and Technology (KAUST) and the Water Desalination Company in Jeddah as part of the program’s main events. Additionally, a meet and greet between the students and officials from the Patent Office of King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology (KACST) was arranged, informing the students about the opportunities these institutions provide, the tasks carried out and the added value they offer to the community and the economy in general.
At the end of the program, the students presented 12 creative projects that were evaluated by a panel of judges from Effat University and Mawhiba. The students were given advice and guidance to help them develop their projects and support the creative goals they aspire to achieve.
Effat University hosts participants of Mawhiba program
Effat University hosts participants of Mawhiba program
Petromin Nissan celebrates decade of partnership excellence in Kingdom
Petromin Nissan recently hosted an event to celebrate 10 years of partnership with Nissan, marking a decade since Petromin was appointed as the official Nissan dealer in Saudi Arabia. The milestone reflects a partnership shaped by trust, consistent performance, and a shared long-term vision that has played a meaningful role in the development of the automotive sector in the Kingdom.
The event highlighted Petromin Nissan’s continued confidence in the Saudi market, demonstrated by the attendance of senior leadership from Nissan Global, the Middle East, and Saudi Arabia. The Kingdom was reaffirmed as one of Nissan’s most important growth markets in the region, in line with the company’s global focus on innovation, sustainability, and intelligent mobility.
The celebration was attended by a number of senior industry and business leaders, including Sheikh Amr Al-Dabbagh, chairman and CEO of Al-Dabbagh Group, reflecting the significance of the partnership and its broader impact on the Kingdom’s automotive and business landscape.
As part of its performance over the past year, Petromin Nissan had been awarded two Awards of Excellence from Nissan Global, recognizing operational strength and overall business performance, and reinforcing its standing as one of Nissan’s leading partners worldwide.
Paddy Magee, managing director of Petromin Nissan, said: “Over the past 10 years, Petromin’s priority has been to build a business that puts the customer first while fully reflecting Nissan’s global standards. Through expanding our network, strengthening our service capabilities, and investing in our people, we have focused on creating sustainable value for the Saudi market.”
Adib Takieddine, managing director of Nissan Saudi Arabia, said: “Saudi Arabia continues to be a strategic market for Nissan. Our partnership with Petromin has been instrumental in strengthening our presence in the Kingdom, supporting growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, and advancing our long-term vision for mobility in alignment with Vision 2030.”
Over the decade, Petromin Nissan significantly expanded its footprint across the Kingdom, now operating 18 showrooms and 16 service centers in 11 cities, improving accessibility and delivering a more seamless customer experience nationwide.
Reflecting on the broader partnership, Terence Byrne, CEO of National Motor Company, said: “Reaching this milestone is a clear reflection of a partnership built on shared values and long-term commitment. Petromin Nissan has established a strong platform in Saudi Arabia and continues to deliver real impact for customers and the wider automotive ecosystem.”
Looking ahead, Petromin Nissan reaffirmed its long-term commitment to the Saudi market, with continued focus on innovation, sustainability, digital transformation, and customer-centric mobility as the partnership moves into its next phase.
