Ajman: Gulf Medical University (GMU), Ajman founded in 1998 by Dr. Thumbay Moideen celebrated its 23nd anniversary in a special event at the University campus on 7th November 2021, attended by Prof. Hossam Hamdy – Chancellor of GMU, in the presence of Vice president Healthcare Division Akbar Moideen Thumbay along with the Vice Chancellors, Deans, Faculty and Staff and a number of students who watched the event streamed live on YouTube.

“23 years ago, there was no Gulf Medical University, but through Dr. Thumbay Moideen’s vision, leadership and hard work and above all his ethical values, we now have this magnificent campus and a strong reputation as Academic Health System ” Said the Chancellor of Gulf Medical University Prof Hossam Hamdy during an Address to the Gathering.

The event also witnessed the official launch of Certificate program for Students as tutor on how to teach and train, this is an important Competency, the student tutor will have lot of benefits as they will gain knowledge and skills of Sharing and Giving knowledge to others it was initially started by the College of Pharmacy, College of Nursing and then Implemented University wide.

The student’s council Represented by Mark Khayat final year College of dentistry and Shariq Khan final year College of medicine also were glad to launch the Peer tutoring Club during this occasion which has more Than 40 students enrolled at present who will undergo this Certificate program.

Wishes from 60 Partner Institutions and Various Alumni from different countries poured in for the GMU team for all the developments and Achievements.

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Bhatkal: The management and students of New Shams School gathered during their morning assembly on Saturday to mourn the demise of SM Syed Khalil, a prominent NRI businessman and a guiding force for the school.

Addressing the assembly, Education Board member Moulana Ziya Ruknuddin reflected on Syed Khalil’s remarkable life journey. He highlighted how Khalil, born under challenging circumstances following his father’s death before his birth, overcame significant obstacles to achieve great success.

“Khalil’s life is an inspiration for all of us,” Maulana Ruknuddin said, urging students to draw lessons from his resilience, dedication, and humility. He also emphasized Khalil’s commitment to supporting education and his role in uplifting the people of Bhatkal.

Moulana Ziya further acknowledged Khalil’s contributions to the school, noting his instrumental role in constructing the new campus of New Shams School. He described Khalil as a mentor and guide who was always available to offer his support and vision for the betterment of the institution.

Principal Liyaquat Ali and Board Secretary Syed Qutub Barmawar also attended the ceremony, along with teachers and other staff members, as they joined the students in paying tribute to the beloved community leader.