Global Scholars: AUK Students Embark on Exchange Program to GWU & Dartmouth

Eight students from AUK have been selected to study abroad this summer. They will further their education and career development at prestigious universities in the United States, including George Washington University in Washington D.C., and Dartmouth College in New Hampshire. 

Two AUK students were awarded scholarships to spend their summer semester at GWU, connecting with peers internationally. Aisha Khazaal, a senior majoring in English literature; and Yara Abdel Rahman Touman, a sophomore majoring in finance will maintain a full-time status at GWU, taking two courses during a 6-week semester.  

The GWU scholarship is one of several agreements AUK has with international institutions, aimed at providing students with study-abroad opportunities that promote cross-cultural exchanges. Through these international programs, AUK reaffirms its commitment to providing students with the necessary skills for student mobility. This experience provides personal growth, expands students’ horizons, and connects AUK student communities globally. 

Similarly, six AUK students were selected to spend their summer semester with Dartmouth College, sharing insights, experiences, and gaining skills through the Internship Exchange and For-Credit Exchange programs. Nour Dashti, a junior majoring in graphic design; Maryam Samak, a senior majoring in communication & media; Reem Shady, a senior majoring in computer science; and Youssef Fakih, a senior majoring in finance, will be placed in various internship departments for 6 weeks on campus and remotely, putting their knowledge to practice while gaining a set of novel competencies. Youssef Damerji, a senior majoring in accounting; and Reema Al Haj Assad, a senior majoring in Finance, will be spending their summer semester taking three classes, sharing and learning among Dartmouth peers for a period of 10 weeks. 

The Internship Exchange and For-Credit Exchange programs are a testament to the long-standing partnership between AUK and Dartmouth College, which aim to provide AUK and Dartmouth students with a holistic experience for academic, professional, and cultural exchange. The Dartmouth-AUK partnership transcends borders, allowing AUK and Dartmouth students to thrive in diverse and dynamic environments. 

These initiatives underscore AUK’s commitment to providing its students with a comprehensive, world-class education that transcends borders and equips them for success in an increasingly interconnected world. AUK’s International Programs Department plays a crucial role in facilitating such opportunities, enabling students to gain world-class recognition and experience. 
  
 
 

AUK students at Dartmouth College
   

AUK students at Dartmouth College
   

Aisha Khazaal at George Washington
  

Yara Touman at George Washington