Public Affairs

For the 12th consecutive year, AUK hosted visitors that included 14 political science students along with their professor, Dr. Kathleen T. Bailey, an Associate Director of Islamic Civilization & Societies Program.

As an educational trip, this visit aimed to supplement their learning for a course they are enrolled in entitled, Kuwait: Intercultural Diplomacy where they are allowed to practically live life in Kuwait through a series of cultural experiences. The Office of the Dean of Student Affairs and several student volunteers organized their tour around campus by showcasing AUK's recently completed Student Center and other facilities. Their visit concluded at AUK with a lecture on campus by Mr. Samer Khanachet, Group Chief Operating Officer of KIPCO.

In commenting on the significance of this opportunity Dr. Bailey said, "They see Kuwait, and they have an idea of what this area of the world is like, and it's usually a misperception. Then you come to Kuwait, and it's peaceful and lovely, and people are interested in sharing different ideas. You find that you have much more in common than before." Dr. Bailey also noted the ripple effect this could have as it similarly affects different generations throughout the coming years.