RizeUp: 140 UAE students selected for fully-funded higher studies in US, Canada

RizeUp: 140 UAE students selected for fully-funded higher studies in US, Canada

Abu Dhabi: Having successfully navigated a selection process, 140 Emirati scholars in the inaugural Khotwa (RizeUp) scholarship programme, launched by Abu Dhabi Department of Education and Knowledge (ADEK), are finalising preparations to kickstart their higher education studies at community colleges in the US and Canada next month. Ahead of the beginning of the winter term in January 2023, the first intake of successful applicants attended a pre-departure gathering, where the group of 94 male and 46 female scholars were briefed by ADEK’s RizeUp advisors as well as representatives of the American and Canadian embassies who briefed the scholars about what to expect in their respective countries of study. Dr Bashaer Almatrooshi, Acting Executive Director, Talent Enablement Sector, ADEK, said: “Our students are about to embark on an exciting journey of discovery where they will learn beyond the classroom and gain invaluable insights into international mindsets and cultures.” Dr Almatrooshi added: “This experience will enhance their personal and academic development and we trust them to make the very best of this opportunity. The majors our students will study represent priority sectors in the UAE’s national economic agenda. Khotwa embodies ADEK’s commitment to offer unique learning opportunities that empower Emiratis to fulfil