VP of CNN Arabic Services tells NU-Q’s Class of 2026: ‘Today is a foundation for lifelong learning’ – The Peninsula

VP of CNN Arabic Services tells NU-Q’s Class of 2026: ‘Today is a foundation for lifelong learning’ – The Peninsula

More than 120 students join Northwestern Qatar this fall as part of the Class of 2026.

Doha: Welcoming Northwestern Qatar’s 15th incoming class at its annual convocation ceremony, Dean Marwan M. Kraidy encouraged the Class of 2026 to use their years at Northwestern to set free their imagination and strive to make a meaningful impact.

“Remember that a university education is not simply a blueprint to make a living, but a roadmap to make a life. As you grapple with that, seek mentors and experiences that set your imagination on fire,” he said.

Kraidy also highlighted the distinctions of the incoming class and told them that in the coming years they will contribute to enriching the school.

“You were selected from an impressive pool of applicants – the largest in the school’s history, and also the most selective,” said Kraidy. “You represent more than 25 nationalities and include a founder of Incubate Qatar, a delegate at the European Youth Parliament, anchor of a Ministry of Sports and Youth news show in Qatar, an assistant director of the first Pakistani film to win in Cannes, writers, content creators … you will all enliven and enrich Northwestern Qatar.”

Joining Dean Kraidy in welcoming the new class as