Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi, Chairman of Ajman Municipality and Planning Department, Vice-Chairman of Ajman University’s Board of Trustees and Chairman of its Executive Committee, chaired a meeting of the Executive Committee of Ajman University’s Board of Trustees. The meeting was attended by H.E. Abdullah Al Mazrouei, Member of the University’s Board of Trustees; H.E. Dr. Saeed Saif Al Matrooshi, Secretary General of Ajman Executive Council; and Dr. Karim Seghir, Chancellor of Ajman University.

During the meeting, the Committee reviewed the University’s key achievements and progress in academic and institutional performance, alongside a number of initiatives and decisions aimed at enhancing its competitiveness, ensuring sustainable growth, and keeping pace with rapid developments in the higher education sector.

At the beginning of the meeting, Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi commended Ajman University’s progress in global rankings, reflecting the advancement of its academic and research performance. He emphasized the importance of continuously improving the quality of education and strengthening the University’s position at both regional and international levels.

Sheikh Rashid bin Humaid Al Nuaimi also congratulated the University on surpassing 10,000 students during the fall semester of the current academic year, marking a historic milestone achieved for the first time in the University’s history. This achievement reflects growing confidence in the quality of its academic programs and educational environment.

The Committee received a presentation by Dr. Karim Seghir highlighting the University’s key achievements and recent developments, including the outcomes of a charity gala organized to support the University’s Endowment Scholarship Fund. The event brought together more than 200 guests and raised AED 15 million to support the sustainability of scholarships and expand access to university education.

The Committee also reviewed the significant growth of the University’s endowment fund, which has increased fourfold compared to the previous year. This growth reflects continued progress in developing endowment resources and strengthening their long-term contribution to the University’s educational mission.

Furthermore, the Committee approved the University’s new organizational structure, which includes the establishment of the position of Vice Chancellor for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Transformation. This step aims to strengthen institutional governance, enhance the integration of advanced technologies into academic and administrative operations, and increase the University’s readiness to embrace the future of higher education.

The meeting forms part of the Executive Committee’s ongoing efforts to oversee the University’s performance and strategic direction, while supporting its pursuit of academic excellence and institutional sustainability. These efforts further strengthen the University’s role in developing qualified talent and contributing to the UAE’s continued development.