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Georgetown Qatar invites prospective students to experience life on campus

Published: 23 Jan 2024 - 09:30 am | Last Updated: 23 Jan 2024 - 09:31 am
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Doha, Qatar: Prospective undergraduate students can experience an enriching first-hand campus encounter during “A Day in the Life of a Georgetown Student” hosted by Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) tomorrow, January 24.

This annual tradition invites high school and transfer students, their families, and educational leaders to get to know GU-Q’s academic and student life opportunities.

With the February 1 admissions deadline approaching, participants can connect with supportive GU-Q faculty, staff, and students for guidance and insights on preparing their applications. The event, which runs from 4pm to 6:30pm will also highlight college life and the vibrant, multicultural campus experience outside the classroom.

Joseph Hernandez, Assistant Dean for Admissions and Strategic Enrolment Management, said: “For a day, participants can immerse themselves in the GU-Q experience, gaining a real feel for what our global campus here in Education City has to offer. It is a valuable opportunity to see how their personal and professional lives will be enriched by a Georgetown degree.”

Students will have the chance to experience the dynamics of the classroom environment, with Assistant Professor of International Law Noha Aboueldahab and Professor and Director of International Economics Alexis Antoniades offering two sample academic classes.

Engaging prospective students with current events, Dr. Aboueldahab will be offering a sample class drawn from her popular course on the laws governing warfare. “Teaching and learning international law at GU-Q often involves exploring critical issues that affect the daily lives of this diverse student body,” she explained, adding,   “Through classroom and experiential learning, students leave with a better understanding of the world of law and politics, and with a strengthened drive to shape it.”

Dr. Antoniades, who will be teaching a class on the impact of AI on labour markets at the event, added: “Whether it’s the smaller class sizes or the emphasis on critical thinking, GU-Q students have every opportunity to engage in meaningful learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. Participants will have the chance to see this first-hand.”

Registration details are available at GU-Q website.