AUK Sends First Exchange Student to the American University in Cairo (AUC)

Marketing major Dima Ahmad was the first exchange student from AUK to spend a full academic year at AUC. During her time in Egypt, Dima had the chance to take courses that offered a more hands-on approach to marketing. In addition to her studies, she was also able to take part in organizing international academic conferences, musical concerts, and competitions. She was challenged not only academically, but also personally when it comes to setting a standard for herself. “Being set in a challenging environment with students that do not settle for the norm, encouraged me to continuously wake up every day with a goal to learn something new and improve myself,” stated Dima.
 
One of the main reasons that students travel abroad is to experience a new culture—and it was no different for Dima. Throughout her time as an exchange student she met other students from many different countries and backgrounds, which only enriched the experience for her.
 
By the end of the exchange program, Dima found herself to be more confident expressing her views, and now easily adapts to unfamiliar atmospheres. “I have lots of friends from countries all over the world and especially Egypt, which helped me throughout my journey. We are still in contact and I am forever grateful for them for shining a happier and brighter light on my academic experience!” Dima claims.

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Founded in 1919, AUC is a leading regional English-language University and a hub for intellectual, social and cultural life. With a community of students and faculty members representing more than 60 countries, AUC is a crossroads for the world's cultures and a vibrant forum for reasoned argument, spirited debate and understanding across cultures. AUC offers 36 undergraduate, 44 master's and two PhD programs rooted in a liberal arts education that encourages students to think critically and find creative solutions to conflicts and challenges facing both the region and the world.
  

AUK student Dima Ahmad at the American University in Cairo