Skyline University College received a courtesy visit from H.E. Mogobo David Magabe, Consulate General of South Africa, earlier today, February 2, 2019. SUC Executive Director and COEC Mr. Nitin Anand together with the Dean, Prof. Mohammad In’airat, Head of Marketing and Creative Communication, Mr. Rakesh Gaur, and Deputy Director for Government Relations, Mr. Firas Al Tabbaa welcomed His Excellency.
Mr. Anand briefed H.E about Skyline and the programs offered under its School of Business and School of IT. The executives from SUC discussed the possibilities of collaboration with Universities in South Africa for faculty & student exchange through support of the Consulate General Office. Skyline also proposed to allocate a scholarship fund through the Consulate for the South African nationals living in the UAE willing to pursue their higher education.
It’s the 3rd day of SUC’s 45 Days Road to Fitness: The Biggest Loser edition. The faculty and staff worked up a sweat to the rhythms and beats of Zumba music. With the energetic Zumba instructors from ValO’8, Skyline employees had fun and burned a ton of calories! To encourage the employees to do their best, the Human Resource Department awarded the most energetic dancer, Mr. Nikhilesh Kumar of the Admin Department, and gave free gym, aerobics, and yoga vouchers to those who participated courtesy of ValO’8.
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/sports-updates?45-days-road-to-fitness-zumba
Skyline threw a party for Skyline hostel students who are celebrating their birthday in January. We wish all January celebrants many more birthdays to come and a fruitful year ahead at Skyline.
"A birth-date is a reminder to celebrate the life as well as to update the life." -Amit Kalantri
The 4th Interschool Debating Competition concluded successfully with teams from 24 schools across the UAE debated over the topic “Virtual Reality: Help or Harm.” The team from North London Collegiate, Dubai was declared the winner.
Congratulations to the winners of this year’s competition and we thank all the 20 schools for their active participation.
WINNER: North London Collegiate, Dubai (Mireille Amro and Fabi Huda)
1ST RUNNER UP: Al Ansar International School (Syeda Barira Hassan and Hind Mohamed)
2ND RUNNER UP: Pakistan Islamia Higher Secondary School Sharjah (Amal Sher Azim Khan and Arooj Binte Qadeer)
BEST SPEAKER: Subhanullah Juma Khan of Al Ansar International School
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/events-chronicle?4th-inter-school-debating-competition
SUC’s “45 Days Road to Fitness’’ The Biggest Loser Edition is on! The faculty and staff registered and had their fitness check-up on February 6, 2019.
This 4th edition of SUC fitness challenge is organized by the Human Resource Department (HRD) to encourage everyone to get fit and maintain a healthy lifestyle. HRD has arranged activities such as Zumba, yoga, and jogging, among others to help employees reach their fitness goals.
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/sports-updates?bmi
Quality research produces new knowledge and original ideas which are applicable outside of the research setting. To foster a culture of research excellence and knowledge-sharing, SUC organized the 2nd Skyline Student Research Seminar focusing on Business, IT, and Innovation on February 5th, 2019. During the seminar students shared their research concepts and learning experience with an enthusiastic audience.
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/events-chronicle?suc-2nd-student-research-seminar
The cricket team of the Consulate General of India bagged the 3rd Diplomat Cricket Cup in the championship games held at Skyline University College on January 31 and February 2, 2019. H.E. Charitha Yattagoda, Consul General of Sri Lanka, and H.E. Mogobo David Mugabe, Consul General of South Africa played all the matches and represented their respective Consulates. H.E. Charitha Yattagoda, and H.E. Mogobo David Mugabe attended the awarding ceremony also, along with Mr. Sanjeev Kumar – Consul, Press Information Culture, Consulate General of India and several diplomats from the participating consulates.
The Diplomat Cricket Championship Cup is an annual event organized by Skyline University under the permanent patronage of Consulate General of India. The event is organized to strengthen tie ups and showcase sportsmanship spirit amongst the playing consulates in the Year of Tolerance.
INDIVIDUAL AWARDS:
Best Bowler: MATI ULLAH, CG of Afghanistan
Best Batsman: ROBIN JOHN, CG of South Africa
Man of the Series: ROBIN JOHN, CG of South Africa
Man of the Match (Final): RAJARAM, CG of India
Man of the Match (CG of Sri Lanka vs CG of South Africa) – ROBIN JOHN, CG of South Africa
Man of the Match (CG of USA vs CG of Bangladesh) – UMAIR, CG of USA
Man of the Match (CG of India vs Pakistan) – RAJARAM, CG of India
Man of the Match (CG of Sri Lanka vs CG of Bangladesh) – RUKMAN, CG of Sri Lanka
Man of the Match (CG of USA vs South Africa) – RILEY JEFFREY, CG of South Africa
Man of the Match (CG of Pakistan vs CG of Afghanistan) - MATIULLAH, CG of Afghanistan
Man of the Match (CG of Bangladesh vs CG of South Africa) - CHINTAN LODHA, CG of South Africa
Man of the Match (CG of Sri Lanka vs. CG of USA) – DULIKA, CG of Sri Lanka
Man of the Match (CG of Sri Lanka vs CG of South Africa) – RANIL DR SILVA, CG of Sri Lanka
Man of the Match (CG of India vs CG of Sri Lanka) – RAJARAM, CG of India
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/sports-updates?3rd-diplomat-cricket-cup-2019
For the spirit of togetherness, SUC organized a sports fiesta for the faculty and staff on January 31, 2019. The employees played tug of war, volleyball and badminton.
This employee engagement activity is an initiative of SUC’s Human Resource Department to bring fun and cultivate camaraderie among employees.
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/sports-updates?suc-happy-hour-sports-fiesta
The 3rd Edition of the Diplomat Cricket Championship Cup 2019 has begun! The Sri Lanka Cricket Team takes on the team from South Africa in the first game.
The Diplomat Cricket Championship Cup is hosted by Skyline University under the patronage of the Consulate General of India (CGI). Seven teams representing the Consulate of India, Consulate of South Africa, Consulate of Bangladesh, Consulate of United States of America, Consulate of Sri Lanka, Consulate of Afghanistan, and Consulate of Pakistan will face off until February 2 for the Diplomat Cricket Championship.
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/sports-updates?3rd-diplomat-cricket-cup-2019
To equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary for them to succeed in the professional world, SUC invites industry experts and business professionals. On January 24, 2019, Dr. Sharon Mendoza Dreisbach invited Business Director Ms. Preeti Khanna to talk about the UAE labor law to her students. Ms. Khanna is a Canadian Certified Human Resources Professional with International and Middle East Management experience.
As an appreciation to their engaging talk, Dr, Ajith Kumar, the Head of Academics – Business, presented the guests with tokens of appreciation.
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/events-chronicle?guest-lecture-on-labor-law-2
Students had fun with the SUC Library Department quiz called “Guess the Book Title.” Three winners were given exciting prizes at the end of the contest. To Ghulam Zainab, Reem Mohammed Abdulla Ahmad Alraei, and Ruqia Samar, congratulations!
Students, you are always welcome in our library and always remember the philosopher Henri Frederic Amiel’s words: “Everything you need for better future and success has already been written. And guess what? All you have to do is go to the library.”
Photos: https://www.skylineuniversity.ac.ae/gallery/events-chronicle?guest-the-book-title
SUC participated in the 15th International Education Show held at Sharjah Expo Centre from January 30, 2019 until February 1, 2019. H.E. Sheikh Khaled bin Abdullah bin Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairman of the Department of Seaports & Customs, Sharjah Airport International Free Zone and Hamriyah Free Zone Authority visited Skyline University College Stand #230.