The AUK campus is located in Salmiya at the intersection of Salem Al-Mubarak and Amro Ibn Al-'Asse Streets in the middle of one of Kuwait's most vibrant neighborhoods.
AUK opened its doors in the Fall of 2004 and conducts its academic activity in new, rehabilitated and refurbished facilities, which will be expanded and developed as needed in the coming years. AUK's campus has spacious, modern classrooms; computer, science, and language laboratories, an administration building, a state-of-the-art Library, coffee shops, restaurants, shops, and recreation courts; nearby parking available for students, staff, faculty and visitors. Next to the Library and central campus classrooms are a beautifully designed and landscaped central courtyard and garden, which serve to provide shade and respite from the hectic activities, offering AUK students, faculty and staff a pleasant place to enjoy, relax and study. more...
Campus life is an integral part of a student's university experience at AUK and helps to bring students, faculty, and staff together as one community. Students are encouraged to participate in campus events and use the resources available on Campus to further enhance their educational experience at AUK. For example, the Student Success Center provides students with assistance in their academic work, offering faculty and peer tutoring assistance in all subjects.
Campus life contributes to making the time students spend on Campus a continuous and valuable learning experience. Through both classroom learning and extracurricular activities, AUK students learn the critical thinking skills, knowledge, and values needed to succeed effectively in today's modern societies in the region and internationally. Participation in extracurricular activities allows students to learn new skills and discover hidden talents, thus enhancing not only their educational experience but personal development.
The University has a student government association, a student-run newspaper and academic journal, Intramural and Intercollegiate athletic clubs and organizations, theater, academic organizations and activities in which students can participate. AUK's location in Salmiya adds an important dimension to Campus life. It is located within walking distance of the country's most renowned restaurants, coffee shops, shopping malls, and movie theaters, as well as the seafront and the Scientific Center of Kuwait. The Salmiya area is active, lively, and secure.
Segregation
As per law no. 34 of 2000 on the "Establishment of Private Universities: in the State of Kuwait (Article 6), private universities/colleges and branches of foreign universities shall abide by the following:
- Operate its buildings to ensure gender segregation in all departments, disciplines and student activities.
- Observe Islamic values and time-honored traditions in relation to students' costumes and activities.
A Safe and Substance-free campus
AUK offers 24-hour security service to ensure the safety of its community. The laws of the country prohibit the consumption of alcoholic beverages and the use of drugs. AUK has a zero tolerance policy towards the use of alcohol or any narcotic substance, weapons and dangerous materials brought to campus or any university sanctioned event, and physical altercations. Any person who is found guilty of alcohol consumption, substance abuse, carrying and/or using weapons or dangerous materials, or participation in a physical altercation is subject to immediate expulsion from the University.
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted in University buildings or vehicles.
The Administration Building
The Administration Building includes the Board of Trustees Office, the Office of the President, and the Office of Executive Director of Finance and Administration. Additionally, the Administration Building houses the following departments: Human Resources, Finance, Campus Services, Public Relations and Marketing, and the AUK Bookstore.
The Academic Buildings
There are two major academic buildings on campus. Most of the University's classrooms and computer laboratories, and all the faculty offices are located in these buildings. The Sciences building houses the Assistant Dean of Student Affairs, Academic Support/Tutoring Center, Student Life, the Information Technology Department, Starbucks Café and the Social and Behavioral Sciences, Computer Sciences and Engineering and Intensive English Program faculty. Located in the Liberal Arts Building is the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences Office, the University Auditorium, the Diner, the open Computer laboratory, the Student Success Center, and the Arts & Humanities, Business and Economics Faculty. The C building classrooms are reserved for the Intensive English Program and the Music and Drama Performance Labs.
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