Al Maarefa Student Unions
AlMaarefa University actively supports student engagement through a variety of student-led clubs and organizations. These groups are designed to enrich the student experience by fostering leadership, collaboration, and community involvement.
Student Clubs and Societies
Under the guidance of the Deanship of Student and Alumni Affairs, the university hosts several student clubs, including:
- Capsule Student Club: A platform for students interested in pharmaceutical sciences and related fields.
- Current Club: Focused on contemporary issues and fostering discussions among students.
- Alumni Association (رابطة الخريجين): Maintains connections between graduates and the university community.
These clubs aim to provide a comfortable educational environment that enhances learning, professionalism, research, and community services. They offer students opportunities to develop their skills, participate in various events, and contribute to the university’s vibrant campus life.
Students Clubs:
https://www.um.edu.sa/en/node/213
Any group of students is entitled to apply to start a new student club that holds their interests, hobbies or talents together; provided that they meet all the conditions and requirements approved by the Student Activities Department.
This will allow more autonomy to students who will be obligated to meet these standards. Types of Clubs include:
- Specialized clubs: College of Medicine club, College of Pharmacy club, College of Applied sciences club.
- General clubs: Reading club, Integrity club.
- Students’ initiatives’ club: Almaarefa Experts.
The Procedures Guide for the Student Council
https://www.um.edu.sa/en/node/558
AlMaarefa University has established a Student Advisory Council to enhance student participation and representation within the university’s governance structure. This council serves as a platform for students to actively engage in decision-making processes, ensuring that their voices contribute to the development and improvement of the university’s academic and administrative affairs.
Article 1:
This regulation outlines the rules governing the structure and powers of the Student Council at the University.
The Student Council operates under the supervision of the Student Affairs Administration.
The Student Council represents all students of the university across all majors.
Article 2: Scope of Application
This regulation applies to the Student Council, including all its committees and members.
Article 3: Objectives
Paying attention to conveying students’ voices and opinions to the responsible administrations.
Enhancing communication channels between the university administration, students, and faculty members.
Activating student activities and initiatives in all forms.
Contributing to raising students’ awareness of the rules and regulations of the University.
Article 4: Membership
1- All enrolled students at the University have the right to apply for membership in the Student Council, according to the following conditions:
The student should have a good disciplinary record and not be subject to any disciplinary measures related to behavior.
The remaining academic period for the student should be one year or more.
The student may be warned due to a significant decrease in their academic GPA.
2- Termination of Membership:
2-1. Membership in the Student Council ends in the following cases:
A. Graduating from the University.
B. Withdrawing from the University.
C. Permanent expulsion from the University.
2-2. Membership in the Student Council may be suspended for a period determined by the Administrative Committee in the following cases:
A. The student suspends their studies (apology) for one or more semesters.
B. The student is absent from three consecutive meetings of the Council without an acceptable excuse.
C. The student exhibits a lack of cooperation with their colleagues and does not fulfill the assigned tasks.
2-3. Based on the Administrative Supervisor’s recommendation, the Student Council may drop a student’s membership, and the student cannot reapply for membership in the following cases:
When the student violates the Council’s bylaws
Violating the general regulations and rules of the University of Knowledge.
Article 5: Election Mechanism
5-1: The nomination process for the Student Council membership begins in the first week of the academic year and continues for a maximum of one week.
5-2: The Administrative Supervisor sorts the nominated names, and personal interviews are conducted to ensure compliance with the conditions stated in Article 4-1.
5-3: Voting is open to all students for a period ranging from one week to a maximum of one week.
5-4: After the voting period ends, the Administrative Supervisor counts the votes, and the results are announced.
5-5: The internal structure is determined through an internal vote among the Council members to elect the President and Vice President.
5-6: The term of the Council will be for one academic year, and its activities will commence from the announcement of the results until the end of the spring semester.
5-7: The Council has the right to request an extension for another academic year with a recommendation from the Administrative Supervisor.
Club of Experts
https://www.um.edu.sa/ar/Club%20of%20Experts
The Club of Experts at AlMaarefa University is a dynamic platform that serves as a discussion and dissemination group for students passionate about global issues in the realms of politics, economics, and the environment. With a specific focus on environmental matters, such as climate change and sustainability, the club aims to foster informed debates and create awareness about pressing environmental challenges facing the world today.
Objectives
- Promote Informed Discussions: The club seeks to facilitate open and informed discussions among students, encouraging them to explore diverse perspectives on global political, economic, and environmental issues.
- Raise Environmental Awareness: With a primary emphasis on environmental matters, the club aims to raise awareness about the critical importance of climate change, sustainability, and other pressing ecological concerns.
- Create a Knowledge-Sharing Network: The Club of Experts provides a platform for students to share knowledge, research findings, and innovative ideas related to global challenges and environmental solutions.
- Advocate for Sustainable Practices: Through its activities, the club endeavors to advocate for sustainable practices both within the university and in the wider community.
Activities and Events
- Expert Panel Discussions: The club organizes expert panel discussions featuring esteemed faculty members, environmentalists, and researchers who provide insights into global political, economic, and environmental issues.
- Environmental Workshops: To enhance environmental awareness, the club hosts workshops focused on climate change, sustainable practices, and environmental conservation.
- Research Symposia: The Club of Experts encourages students to present their research findings related to global issues, fostering intellectual dialogue and encouraging evidence-based discussions.
- Guest Speakers: The club invites prominent speakers, policy-makers, and industry leaders to share their experiences and perspectives on relevant global topics.
- Awareness Campaigns: The club conducts awareness campaigns to engage the broader university community in environmental initiatives and sustainable lifestyle practices.
- Partnerships and Collaborations: To amplify its impact, the club collaborates with other university clubs, academic institutions, and local and international organizations working towards similar goals.
Membership and Participation
The Club of Experts welcomes all students of AlMaarefa University who are passionate about global affairs and environmental sustainability. Membership is open to students from various academic disciplines, as diverse perspectives enrich the discussions and foster innovative solutions.
The Club of Experts at AlMaarefa University provides a vibrant platform for students to delve into the complexities of global political, economic, and environmental challenges. With a strong focus on climate change and sustainability, the club aims to empower students to become informed advocates for positive change and contribute meaningfully to a more sustainable future.
FOUNDING ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
Since its inception, the University of Knowledge has established the Alumni Unit as one of the units of the Vice Deanship of Student and Alumni Affairs. The aim is to strengthen its relationship with its graduates and motivate them to serve the community. This stems from the university’s goals of contributing to the development of the local and regional community and its keenness to align its programs with its needs. Based on Board of Trustees Resolution No. (6/3/2023) dated 08/21/2023, the Alumni Unit was transformed into the Alumni Center, which aims to benefit from the ideas and experiences of graduates in developing and advancing the university and enhancing their sense of belonging to it. The center also provides rehabilitation and training services and programs for students expected to graduate, so that they can benefit from the job opportunities available to them after graduation, in line with their specializations.
Vision:
An outstanding graduate, who meets the requirements of the labor market (local and regional).
Message:
Opening communication channels between the university and its graduates to monitor and develop their skills, guide them to the job market, and coordinate for purposeful cooperation to serve the university, graduates, and the community.
Objectives:
- To achieve direct communication between the university and its graduates, and between graduates themselves , and to work to support their progress and enhance their loyalty and interest in their university .
- Providing a platform for graduates to present their issues, opinions, and aspirations , and to overcome the difficulties they face in relation to the university’s tasks or its mission.
- documentationThe relationship between the center and similar institutions in local and regional universities .
- Providing a database of university graduates and their activities , to facilitate the use of their experiences and to introduce them.
- To learn about the graduates’ situations and roles in serving the community, and to inform them of the developments and scientific technologies taking place at the university , in a way that interests them and supports their future in their areas of specialization .
- To survey graduates’ opinions about the university’s status and reputation in their work and community environment .