AUK Appoints Alumnus as Vice President for Student Affairs

AUK has appointed Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Farhan as the Vice President for Student Affairs, becoming the first AUK alumnus to ascend to a senior management position within the institution. His unique perspective, having traversed the path from student to alumnus to faculty member, will provide an enriching dynamic to the University’s administration that will positively reflect on AUK's diverse student body. 
 
Within his new role, Dr. Al-Farhan will assume leadership over key university departments, including the Counseling Center, Office of Student Life, Academic Advising Center, and the Office of the Dean of Student Affairs.  
 
Dr. Rawda Awwad, AUK president, reflected on Dr. Al-Farhan’s achievement and newfound responsibilities, “Dr. Al-Farhan embodies the University's dedication to nurturing a dynamic, inclusive, and student-centric campus environment. His vision encompasses the promotion of diversity and inclusion, the enhancement of student life, and the assurance that crucial resources are readily accessible to empower AUK students.” 
 
Dr. Al-Farhan earned his Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) in Finance in 2011 from AUK. He moved on to complete his Master of Arts (M.A.) in Arabic Literature in 2012, and earned his Ph.D. in Near East and Middle Eastern Studies from the prestigious School of Oriental and African Studies (SOAS), University of London, U.K. 
 
In 2017, Dr. Al-Farhan returned to AUK as an Assistant Professor of Near and Middle Eastern Studies. His dedication to scholarship, coupled with his exceptional teaching abilities, propelled him to the position of Associate Professor this year. Throughout his tenure, Dr. Al-Farhan has contributed significantly to the University's academic community. He served previously as the Department Chair of Arabic and Foreign Languages and as the Associate Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). 
 
AUK takes immense pride in its alumni, viewing them as integral members of its vibrant community. The University pays close attention to their achievements, celebrates their successes, and provides unwavering support in their professional journeys. The institution's unwavering commitment to its alumni goes well beyond graduation, recognizing them as an integral foundation of AUK's identity. 
  
  

Dr. Abdulrahman Al-Farhan, AUK Vice President for Student Affairs