Join WEP 2013
5th Edition of the Annual Winter Enrichment Program will be held from 11th to 29th January, 2013
This year saw a total of more than 170 different events take place over a three week period, including keynote lectures, academic lectures and courses, cultural events, recreation events, workshops, exhibitions, skills training and field trips. Over 2000 participants took part and benefitted from the exciting and diverse program of events, enriching, inspiring and broadening their horizons.
WEP's mission is to enrich and to inspire and broaden students' and the community's experience at KAUST with events and projects beyond the traditional academic curriculum.
As a direct result of KAUST community's proposals, distinguished speakers and experts from around the world, the region, and our own University are invited to contribute to this program to have our intellectual horizons enlarged and our collective imaginations stretched.
I would like to thank you all the WEP supporters for your participation and contribution towards making it a huge success in this fourth year of the program.
WEP 2013 Supporters
We would also like to thank our sponsors who have made a significant impact on the success of WEP 2013.
WEP 2013 sponsors
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Saturday, January 12, 2013
11am-12pm one hour launch of the competition
An on-line competition open to all! There are 10 mathematical problems (pitched at an academic level) which can be solved analytically or by using compute ... more
Water Sustainability Symposium
Location: Spine Auditorium - between Buildings 4 & 5
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Jarir Story Going Public – A Family Perspective - Business Leadership Series
Location: Building 9/ Lecture Hall I # 2322
Jarir Marketing Co (JMC) is a local success story and a great example of a successful family business that went public.
Today JMC enjoys a market capitalization of SAR 9.2 billion and operates 32 spe ... more
How to Build a Simple Radar (From Theory to Practical Design)
Location: Building 9 Lab # 4128
One lecture (1h) and four sessions (3h each)
The event will mimic the MIT OpenCourseWare course entitled, “Build a Small Radar System Capable of Sensing Range, Doppler, and Synthetic Aperture Radar I ... more
WEP 2013 Guitar Classes - Beginners
Location: Building 20 Level 2 Rehearsal Room
Course aimed at beginners, teaching them all the basic skills they need to play the guitar. Students will be able to play a few songs after 2 weeks.
Basic Guitar Chords; Open Chords, TAB, Chord Diagra ... more
5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
Linear Improvisation for Guitarist: Rock, Jazz and Blues.
How to use Modes, Scales, Pentatonics and Jazz Lines.
Advanced Jazz Harmony.
Advanced Playing Techniques, Plectrum and Fingerstyle.
Music and ... more
WEP Opening Night: Art Installation Inauguration – “The Expanding Club”
Location: Rotunda, Building 16 and plaza
Art Installation – Fish Netting “The Expanding Club,” with Keynote American artist, Janet Echelman.
Program:
Unveiling of the Sculpture
Ribbon cutting
Light dinner
Note: Janet Echelman's keynote le ... more
Complete 6 tricky putting holes in as few stroke as possible.
Winner will be the individual with the fewest number of strokes and will receive a Safaa Golf Club branded polo shirt of their choice.
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Keynote - Taking Imagination Seriously
Location: Building 20 Auditorium
American artist, Janet Echelman, reshapes urban airspace with monumental, fluidly moving sculptures that respond to environmental forces including wind, water, and sunlight. She has constructed net sc ... more
Sunday, January 13, 2013
Mathematical Modeling Camp
Location: Computer Lab Building 9 Room 2221, 2222 & 2223
Mathematical modeling camps occur across the world and aim to provide participants with a hands-on experience of mathematical modeling under the guidance of an experienced instructor. The Camp is desi ... more
Introduction to Physical Problem-Solving
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3223
For those unfamiliar with this workshop, it is a hands-on opportunity for participants to develop their physical problem-solving sensibilities. Students are exposed to practical “design thinking” skil ... more
Science and Collaboration in the 3D Virtual Environment-Workshop
Location: Building 9 Classroom 4222
This workshop will introduce students to the virtual world and how it can be used for problem solving with a unique perspective. Students will learn how to enter the virtual world via their avatar and ... more
The Postdoctoral Experience - What you should know
Location: Spine Auditorium between Buildings 4 & 5
Part of "Paving your road to Independence" series
As part of Postdoctoral Fellow and PhD Candidate development, this focused workshop will provide insights into the attributes, skills and achievement ... more
Exhibition dates:
Sunday 13- Tuesday 15
Observational Astronomy Course - Stargazing in the Arabian Desert
Location: Building 9 Room 2322
This short and informal course is aimed at beginners who want to know more about the wonders of the night sky. It is divided into four classroom sessions and one observation trip in the desert. This c ... more
10 Mathematical Problems - Launch of the Online Competition
Location: Building 9 Lecture Hall # 2325
11am-12pm one hour launch of the competition
An on-line competition open to all! There are 10 mathematical problems (pitched at an academic level) which can be solved analytically or by using compute ... more
Seed Fund Fall Round 2012 Gala and Award Ceremony
Location: Conference Center, Bldg. 19
KAUST Seed Fund is delighted to invite you to attend the Seed Fund Fall 2012 Round Gala and Award Ceremony.
The Winners will share their technologies during the Gala and will be available for question ... more
The Water in art history lecture will cover the following themes:
Light, reflections, illusionistic representation, symbolic, mythological theme ... Anne Vignal will discuss how artists have captured ... more
The Museum celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of Islam from the year 650 to 1650. These Muslim scholars include amongst them the grea ... more
The Museum celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of Islam from the year 650 to 1650. These Muslim scholars include amongst them the grea ... more
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How to Build a Simple Radar (From Theory to Practical Design)
Location: Building 9 Lab # 4128
One lecture (1h) and four sessions (3h each)
The event will mimic the MIT OpenCourseWare course entitled, “Build a Small Radar System Capable of Sensing Range, Doppler, and Synthetic Aperture Radar I ... more
Use of Algae and Plants for Detection and Removal of Heavy Metal Pollution in Saudi Arabia- CANCELLED
Location: Spine Auditorium between Buildings 4 & 5
Two lectures dedicated to 1) the heavy metal accumulation in Saudi Arabia 2) pollutant removal using algae and plants. There are many industrial sites in Saudi Arabia polluted by heavy metals and pest ... more
Fuel and the Future
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 (Lecture Hall I)
A sustainable infrastructure for life, health and well-being in the 21st century must provide many countries worldwide with access to a clean environment, to food and water, as well as to competitive ... more
5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
Two sessions a week are geared to improve individual basketball skills in passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, and defense. Sessions are held twice a week, each session is 1.5 hour long. The firs ... more
Kick start the New Year by learning a new and valuable life skill!
In these FREE introductory group lessons, you will learn the key fundamental techniques required to set you off on your golfing jour ... more
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Keynote - Light and Energy, the Advent of Mesoscopic Solar Cells
Location: Building 20 Auditorium
Various technologies to convert solar energy will be discussed by a world-leading scientist in this field.
Michael Grätzel is a professor at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne where he dire ... more
Monday, January 14, 2013
Mathematical Modeling Camp
Location: Computer Lab Building 9 Room 2221, 2222 & 2223
Mathematical modeling camps occur across the world and aim to provide participants with a hands-on experience of mathematical modeling under the guidance of an experienced instructor. The Camp is desi ... more
Finite Element Modeling with COMSOL
Location: Computer Lab - Campus Library
A working simulation is not a confirmation that your fabricated prototype will work! The numbers you get from a simulation are not necessarily close to those measured! A simulation only approximates t ... more
Introduction to Physical Problem-Solving
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3223
For those unfamiliar with this workshop, it is a hands-on opportunity for participants to develop their physical problem-solving sensibilities. Students are exposed to practical “design thinking” skil ... more
Nanostructured Photosystems for the Generation of Electricity and Fuels from Sunlight - Course
Location: Lecture Hall 2 (Room 2325), Bldg 9
Learning from the concepts used by green plants' photosynthesis, we have developed nano-structured systems affording efficient solar light harvesting and conversion to electricity and fuels. Solar cel ... more
Painting workshop on water theme
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
Hands-on artistic workshop on the theme of water:
Practice the techniques of using oil paint and watercolors
Students will work in teams of 12 (maximum) and paint life images, outside (by the sea), o ... more
Painting workshop on water theme
Location: Multi-purpose room, Discovery Square
Hands-on artistic workshop on the theme of water:
Practice the techniques of using oil paint and watercolors
Students will work in teams of 12 (maximum) and paint life images, outside (by the sea), o ... more
Science and Collaboration in the 3D Virtual Environment-Workshop
Location: Building 9 Classroom 4222
This workshop will introduce students to the virtual world and how it can be used for problem solving with a unique perspective. Students will learn how to enter the virtual world via their avatar and ... more
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Observational Astronomy Course - Stargazing in the Arabian Desert
Location: Building 9 Room 2322
This short and informal course is aimed at beginners who want to know more about the wonders of the night sky. It is divided into four classroom sessions and one observation trip in the desert. This c ... more
Getting the Most out of Research Conferences and Networking for Scientists
Location: Spine Auditorium between Bldg 4 & 5
Part of "Paving your Road to Independence" series
As part of Postdoctoral Fellow and PhD Candidate development, Prof. Aram Amassian will discuss the importance of communicating science through networ ... more
How to Build a Simple Radar (From Theory to Practical Design)
Location: Building 9 Lab # 4128
One lecture (1h) and four sessions (3h each)
The event will mimic the MIT OpenCourseWare course entitled, “Build a Small Radar System Capable of Sensing Range, Doppler, and Synthetic Aperture Radar I ... more
Limestone and Lava Caves in Saudi Arabia
Location: Building 9 Room 2325 (Lecture Hall II)
General lecture on caves in Saudi Arabia, bones, artifacts and rare minerals found in them and the potential for a wide variety of scientific projects which could be carried out underground.
Note: To ... more
The Development of Graduate Education in the Middle East
Location: Building 9 Room 3125
Tertiary education enrollment has increased very rapidly in North Africa and the Middle East in the past decades, including female enrollment. But the development pattern of tertiary education systems ... more
Women of Arabia: The Leaders Behind the Scenes
Location: Building 9, Room 2322: Lecture Hall 1
When I think of Arab women I find myself thinking of numerous words to describe them. At times they are known as the “mystic of Arabic poetry,” and at other times they are described as the backbone of ... more
Use of Algae and Plants for Detection and Removal of Heavy Metal Pollution in Saudi Arabia- CANCELLED
Location: Spine Auditorium between Buildings 4 & 5
Two lectures dedicated to 1) the heavy metal accumulation in Saudi Arabia 2) pollutant removal using algae and plants. There are many industrial sites in Saudi Arabia polluted by heavy metals and pest ... more
The Challenge of Establishing World-Class Universities
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 Lecture Hall I
The importance of tertiary education for economic growth and competitiveness is increasingly recognized as critical not just for middle-income and advanced countries, but also for low-income ones. Acc ... more
Taking the Sunset Cruise in KAUST Harbor is one of the nicest ways to end your day or start the evening's activities. You will sail around KAUST Harbor towards the fishing village of Thuwal whilst enj ... more
5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
Linear Improvisation for Guitarist: Rock, Jazz and Blues.
How to use Modes, Scales, Pentatonics and Jazz Lines.
Advanced Jazz Harmony.
Advanced Playing Techniques, Plectrum and Fingerstyle.
Music and ... more
Keynote - The Human Journey: A Genetic Odyssey
Location: Building 20 Auditorium
SPENCER WELLS is an Explorer-in-Residence at the National Geographic Society and Frank H. T. Rhodes Class of ’56 Professor at Cornell University. He leads The Genographic Project, which is collecting ... more
Tuesday, January 15, 2013
Mathematical Modeling Camp
Location: Computer Lab Building 9 Room 2221, 2222 & 2223
Mathematical modeling camps occur across the world and aim to provide participants with a hands-on experience of mathematical modeling under the guidance of an experienced instructor. The Camp is desi ... more
Finite Element Modeling with COMSOL
Location: Computer Lab - Campus Library
A working simulation is not a confirmation that your fabricated prototype will work! The numbers you get from a simulation are not necessarily close to those measured! A simulation only approximates t ... more
Introduction to Physical Problem-Solving
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3223
For those unfamiliar with this workshop, it is a hands-on opportunity for participants to develop their physical problem-solving sensibilities. Students are exposed to practical “design thinking” skil ... more
This course will cover the basic elements of Western Music Theory and Notation, from a contemporary perspective.
Topics explored will include:
- treble and bass clef note names
- intervals
- chord bu ... more
This course will cover the basic elements of Western Music Theory and Notation, from a contemporary perspective.
Topics explored will include:
- treble and bass clef note names
- intervals
- chord bu ... more
Painting workshop on water theme
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
Hands-on artistic workshop on the theme of water:
Practice the techniques of using oil paint and watercolors
Students will work in teams of 12 (maximum) and paint life images, outside (by the sea), o ... more
Painting workshop on water theme
Location: Multi-purpose room, Discovery Square
Hands-on artistic workshop on the theme of water:
Practice the techniques of using oil paint and watercolors
Students will work in teams of 12 (maximum) and paint life images, outside (by the sea), o ... more
Many important drugs that are used in clinics exert their function by binding covalently to their targets. Understanding their action requires quantum mechanical simulations.
In this talk, after brie ... more
Science and Collaboration in the 3D Virtual Environment-Workshop
Location: Building 9 Classroom 4222
This workshop will introduce students to the virtual world and how it can be used for problem solving with a unique perspective. Students will learn how to enter the virtual world via their avatar and ... more
Observational Astronomy Course - Stargazing in the Arabian Desert
Location: Building 9 Room 2322
This short and informal course is aimed at beginners who want to know more about the wonders of the night sky. It is divided into four classroom sessions and one observation trip in the desert. This c ... more
SABIC Workshop on Molecular Modelling and Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD)
Location: Different venues (check resources)
Day-1, Lecture, Forenoon (11:00 am to 12 noon): Introductory session will be a couple of lectures introducing basic concepts like:
1) Molecular mechanics, force field and descriptor concepts.
2) Geome ... more
This lecture is part of the Business Leadership Series presented at WEP (brought to you by University Development).
SABIC Workshop on Molecular Modelling and Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD)
Location: Different venues (check resources)
Day-1, Lecture, Forenoon (11:00 am to 12 noon): Introductory session will be a couple of lectures introducing basic concepts like:
1) Molecular mechanics, force field and descriptor concepts.
2) Geome ... more
How to Build a Simple Radar (From Theory to Practical Design)
Location: Building 9 Lab # 4128
One lecture (1h) and four sessions (3h each)
The event will mimic the MIT OpenCourseWare course entitled, “Build a Small Radar System Capable of Sensing Range, Doppler, and Synthetic Aperture Radar I ... more
Lab to Film: Story-telling in Science
Location: Building 9 Room 3128
Four-day course:
Session 1: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 from 2 PM to 4 PM - 2 hr Lecture
Session 2: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 from 2 PM to 4 PM - 2 hr Workshop
Session 3: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, ... more
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WEP 2013 Guitar Classes - Beginners
Location: Building 20 Level 2 Rehearsal Room
Course aimed at beginners, teaching them all the basic skills they need to play the guitar. Students will be able to play a few songs after 2 weeks.
Basic Guitar Chords; Open Chords, TAB, Chord Diagra ... more
5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
Two sessions a week are geared to improve individual basketball skills in passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, and defense. Sessions are held twice a week, each session is 1.5 hour long. The firs ... more
Linear Improvisation for Guitarist: Rock, Jazz and Blues.
How to use Modes, Scales, Pentatonics and Jazz Lines.
Advanced Jazz Harmony.
Advanced Playing Techniques, Plectrum and Fingerstyle.
Music and ... more
Kick start the New Year by learning a new and valuable life skill!
In these FREE introductory group lessons, you will learn the key fundamental techniques required to set you off on your golfing jour ... more
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Wednesday, January 16, 2013
Mathematical Modeling Camp
Location: Computer Lab Building 9 Room 2221, 2222 & 2223
Mathematical modeling camps occur across the world and aim to provide participants with a hands-on experience of mathematical modeling under the guidance of an experienced instructor. The Camp is desi ... more
Finite Element Modeling with COMSOL
Location: Computer Lab - Campus Library
A working simulation is not a confirmation that your fabricated prototype will work! The numbers you get from a simulation are not necessarily close to those measured! A simulation only approximates t ... more
TBC
Observational Astronomy Course - Stargazing in the Arabian Desert
Location: Building 9 Room 2322
This short and informal course is aimed at beginners who want to know more about the wonders of the night sky. It is divided into four classroom sessions and one observation trip in the desert. This c ... more
SABIC Workshop on Molecular Modelling and Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD)
Location: Different venues (check resources)
Day-1, Lecture, Forenoon (11:00 am to 12 noon): Introductory session will be a couple of lectures introducing basic concepts like:
1) Molecular mechanics, force field and descriptor concepts.
2) Geome ... more
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SABIC Workshop on Molecular Modelling and Computer-Aided Drug Design (CADD)
Location: Different venues (check resources)
Day-1, Lecture, Forenoon (11:00 am to 12 noon): Introductory session will be a couple of lectures introducing basic concepts like:
1) Molecular mechanics, force field and descriptor concepts.
2) Geome ... more
How to Build a Simple Radar (From Theory to Practical Design)
Location: Building 9 Lab # 4128
One lecture (1h) and four sessions (3h each)
The event will mimic the MIT OpenCourseWare course entitled, “Build a Small Radar System Capable of Sensing Range, Doppler, and Synthetic Aperture Radar I ... more
Lab to Film: Story-telling in Science
Location: Building 9 Room 3128
Four-day course:
Session 1: Tuesday, January 15, 2013 from 2 PM to 4 PM - 2 hr Lecture
Session 2: Wednesday, January 16, 2013 from 2 PM to 4 PM - 2 hr Workshop
Session 3: Wednesday, January 23, 2013, ... more
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Taking the Sunset Cruise in KAUST Harbor is one of the nicest ways to end your day or start the evening's activities. You will sail around KAUST Harbor towards the fishing village of Thuwal whilst enj ... more
5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
Thursday, January 17, 2013
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Old Jeddah is made up of four districts with narrow streets -each with a name that tells its story-, and comprised of six to seven hundred homes - some buildings as old as 300 to 400 years old.
Sawi N ... more
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Snorkelers onboard KAUST Manta are charged per person; snorkeling will be 75 SR per person, children under 12 are 40 SR; under 5 are free.
All bookings should be made through marinebookings@kaust.edu ... more
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5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
Friday, January 18, 2013
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1. Diving trips onboard KAUST Manta are charged per person, 150 SR per person. All costs include food & beverage, (salads, sandwiches, pastries, desserts, and hot & cold refreshments).
2. For those w ... more
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5-day Arabic course held during WEP Week 1.
Students will get certification at the end of the course.
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Saturday, January 19, 2013
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Sunday, January 20, 2013
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The Museum celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of Islam from the year 650 to 1650. These Muslim scholars include amongst them the grea ... more
The Museum celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of Islam from the year 650 to 1650. These Muslim scholars include amongst them the grea ... more
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Kick start the New Year by learning a new and valuable life skill!
In these FREE introductory group lessons, you will learn the key fundamental techniques required to set you off on your golfing jour ... more
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Monday, January 21, 2013
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WEP 2013 Guitar Classes - Beginners
Location: Building 20 Level 2 Rehearsal Room
Course aimed at beginners, teaching them all the basic skills they need to play the guitar. Students will be able to play a few songs after 2 weeks.
Basic Guitar Chords; Open Chords, TAB, Chord Diagra ... more
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Tuesday, January 22, 2013
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Wednesday, January 23, 2013
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Old Jeddah is made up of four districts with narrow streets -each with a name that tells its story-, and comprised of six to seven hundred homes - some buildings as old as 300 to 400 years old.
Sawi N ... more
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Snorkelers onboard KAUST Manta are charged per person; snorkeling will be 75 SR per person, children under 12 are 40 SR; under 5 are free.
All bookings should be made through marinebookings@kaust.edu ... more
This clinic will offer players of all levels the skills and understanding they need to enjoy the awesome game of Ultimate.
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Luncheon at the Yacht Club for Alumni only.
Registration through alumni.services@kaust.edu.sa
The Museum celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of Islam from the year 650 to 1650. These Muslim scholars include amongst them the grea ... more
The Museum celebrates the contributions of Muslim scholars to science and technology during the first Golden Age of Islam from the year 650 to 1650. These Muslim scholars include amongst them the grea ... more
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The master class cooking demonstration is a show where you get to experience first hand cooking techniques, handling of a knife to fine tuning your idea of cooking. Here you will be shown as well as p ... more
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Africa Trek: In the Footsteps of Mankind (Movie and Discussion)
Location: Discovery theatre (cinema)
Seminar and movie session
After a bicycle tour around the world (1993-1994) and the grand traverse of the Himalaya ranges (1997), Alexandre and Sonia Poussin made the first successful attempt to cros ... more
In a Super Sixes Tournament, each team consists of six players and is played six overs for each side. It has a knock-out basis. This version can be played indoors or outdoors, like on basketball court ... more
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Disc golf is a flying disc game in which individual players throw a flying disc at a target. According to the Professional Disc Golf Association, "The object of the game is to traverse a course from b ... more
Racketlon combines table tennis, badminton, squash and tennis. A match consists of one set to 11 points in each of these four sports: whoever scores more points in total, wins. The men's and women's t ... more
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Award Ceremony for the:
- 2nd Annual Research Poster Competition for Undergraduates
- KAUST Graduate and Postdoc Poster Competition
The 27 top finalists selected to come and spend one week at KAUST t ... more
The Improvisation Performance will be an engaging evening of fun for the whole family. The actors incorporate suggestions and ideas that are generated from the audience.
Watch and listen as short sc ... more
Thursday, January 24, 2013
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Friday, January 25, 2013
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1. Diving trips onboard KAUST Manta are charged per person, 150 SR per person. All costs include food & beverage, (salads, sandwiches, pastries, desserts, and hot & cold refreshments).
2. For those w ... more
Fun beach activities will be taking place including access to water sports facilities, registrations for races and competitions with winner prizes, barbecue (FOR FREE), snack trolleys, kids' corner an ... more
Come out and play Ultimate Frisbee in a tournament after having honed your skills in the clinic!
Performance by Eghard Volschenk during Beach Day.
He will play a varied repertoire ranging from his own solo arrangements of Latin standards, Classical favorites, Jazz Standards and Rock anthems.
Saturday, January 26, 2013
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2 courses (1.5h each)
The courses will be delivered by John Archer.
Topics include the common targets for biologically active small molecules, including enzymes, receptors, and nucleic acids; the dis ... more
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3224
5-session course:
Introduction (half day)
Hands-on exercises
A 5-session course run as an interactive training course in the history, basic principles, tools and techniques of the Lean Six Sigma (LS ... more
Monte Carlo Methods and High-Performance Computing
Location: Spine Auditorium between Bldg 4 & 5
This 3 session offering is based on short summer courses given by Prof. Mascagni. The courses teach students about Monte Carlo methods and show them trends in high-performance computing (HPC). The emp ... more
Responsible Conduct in Research (RCR)
Location: Ledture Hall 1, Bldg 9.
Part of "Paving your Road to Independence" series.
As part of Postdoctoral Fellow and PhD Candidate development, this talk will provide insights into international standards for the Responsible Condu ... more
The Art of Chinese Painting - An Invitation to Chinese Painting and Calligraphy
Location: Building 9 Room 2325 (Lecture Hall II)
This introductory lecture is part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which focuses on presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy.
The full progra ... more
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Marketing Tools for a Job Search - Career Action Series
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 (Lecture Hall I)
MARKETING TOOLS FOR A JOB SEARCH:
Obtain ideas and tips on how to construct successful resumes, curriculum vita, cover letters, and thank you letters that can land you that dream job.
Career action ... more
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Entrepreneur's Guide to Open Innovation and Intellectual Property - Cancelled
Location: Spine Auditorium between Buildings 2 & 3
Event Cancelled!
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Andean Music in Peru and Other Countries
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 (Lecture Hall I)
Attendees will be presented several music genres from the South American Andes, especially from Peru. The music, its meaning and their origins will also be explained.
This lecture will include live mu ... more
The 2011 Tohoku-oki, Japan earthquake (Mw9.0) produced the largest fault slip ever recorded for an earthquake, up to 50 meters on the shallow portion of the subduction megathrust. This slip produced t ... more
Sunday, January 27, 2013
2 courses (1.5h each)
The courses will be delivered by John Archer.
Topics include the common targets for biologically active small molecules, including enzymes, receptors, and nucleic acids; the dis ... more
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Beginner's Class A
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This beginner's class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program c ... more
From the Land to the Sea: Terrestrial and Marine Plants of the Red Sea Region
Location: Building 9, lecture hall 2 (session 1 and 3), Front of Bldg 16 (session 2)
3-day course with lecture, lab, and fieldtrip:
- 1 morning lecture (lecture hall 2, bldg 9)
- 1 morning field trip (meeting point- in front of bldg 16, drop-off area)
- 1 morning lecture or sample an ... more
Interviewing Dynamics - Career Action Series
Location: Building 9. Lecture Hall 1 # 2322
INTERVIEWING DYNAMICS
Do all employers conduct the same style of job interviews? The answer is no, and it’s important for all job seekers to know the difference. Be prepared for all the options by lea ... more
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3224
5-session course:
Introduction (half day)
Hands-on exercises
A 5-session course run as an interactive training course in the history, basic principles, tools and techniques of the Lean Six Sigma (LS ... more
Monte Carlo Methods and High-Performance Computing
Location: Spine Auditorium between Bldg 4 & 5
This 3 session offering is based on short summer courses given by Prof. Mascagni. The courses teach students about Monte Carlo methods and show them trends in high-performance computing (HPC). The emp ... more
Seismology Course
Location: Building 9 (Check Resources for list of venues)
Dr. Mori will give a two-session course about specific topics in seismology to both students and researchers interested in such, possibly those from Earth Sciences. This course is scheduled for 2 morn ... more
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Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Beginner's Class B
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This beginner's class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program c ... more
Securing an Internship Through Web Applications and Social Networking - Career Action Series
Location: Building 9. Lecture Hall 2 # 2325
SECURING AN INTERNSHIP THROUGH WEB APPLICATIONS AND SOCIAL NETWORKING
Identifying methods and resources that will help you obtain an internship that applies your academic preparation and maximizes fut ... more
Effective Oral Presentations
Location: Building 19 Conference Center, Hall 1
Students will see a short YouTube clip on how to give a good presentation.
Ideas and opinions will be elicited from students and shared, from which discussions will be encouraged.
Science Fun Fair
Location: Campus spine, Auditorium Bldg 20, Campus library, museum auditorium
This event aims to bring science and scientists out of the lab to meet the younger members of our wider community and other young guests, celebrating science by showcasing a series of experiments and ... more
The Mathematical Soul of Culture: the Ancients
Location: Building 9/ Lecture Hall I # 2322
Why does the circle have 360 degrees? Should “nothing” really be a number? Why would Hippo of Pontus be executed for proving that the square root of 2 cannot be a fraction? How did principles of CAD/C ... more
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10 Mathematical Problems - Results of the Competition
Location: Spine Auditorium - between Buildings 4 & 5
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Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Advanced Class
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This advanced class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program con ... more
Kick start the New Year by learning a new and valuable life skill!
In these FREE introductory group lessons, you will learn the key fundamental techniques required to set you off on your golfing jour ... more
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Monday, January 28, 2013
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Beginner's Class A
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This beginner's class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program c ... more
Discover Reef Check - Course & Diving field trip
Location: Building 9 Room 4222
To experience marine biology and coral reef monitoring at hand, the course includes:
- a 1-day classroom theory session
- and a 1-day diving field trip
In the *theory lesson* (on Monday 28), particip ... more
Discover Reef Check - Course & Snorkeling field trip
Location: Building 9 Room 4222
To experience marine biology and coral reef monitoring at hand, the course includes:
- a 1-day classroom theory session
- and a 1-day snorkeling field trip
In the *theory lesson* (on Monday 28), p ... more
From the Land to the Sea: Terrestrial and Marine Plants of the Red Sea Region
Location: Building 9, lecture hall 2 (session 1 and 3), Front of Bldg 16 (session 2)
3-day course with lecture, lab, and fieldtrip:
- 1 morning lecture (lecture hall 2, bldg 9)
- 1 morning field trip (meeting point- in front of bldg 16, drop-off area)
- 1 morning lecture or sample an ... more
Hybrid Computing at KAUST
Location: Spine Auditorium between Buildings 2 & 3
Dear Auditors,
Welcome All,
This course will cover the following topics :
- Introduction the Opportunity for Kaust - Alain
- Hybrid Computing in the World, and at Kaust, the Ecosystem and the Mark ... more
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3224
5-session course:
Introduction (half day)
Hands-on exercises
A 5-session course run as an interactive training course in the history, basic principles, tools and techniques of the Lean Six Sigma (LS ... more
Managing a Successful Job Search - Career Action Series
Location: Building 9, Lecture Hall 2 # 2325
MANAGING A SUCCESSFUL JOB SEARCH
Are you anxious about completing your studies, and having to find a job? This session will provide you methods, tools, and resources to manage the process successfully ... more
Monte Carlo Methods and High-Performance Computing
Location: Spine Auditorium between Bldg 4 & 5
This 3 session offering is based on short summer courses given by Prof. Mascagni. The courses teach students about Monte Carlo methods and show them trends in high-performance computing (HPC). The emp ... more
Problems and Algorithms in Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 (Lecture Hall I)
Both computational biology and bioinformatics are rooted in life sciences as well as computer sciences and technologies. Biology provides them motivation to study complex, challenging problems and to ... more
Seismology Course
Location: Building 9 (Check Resources for list of venues)
Dr. Mori will give a two-session course about specific topics in seismology to both students and researchers interested in such, possibly those from Earth Sciences. This course is scheduled for 2 morn ... more
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Presentation of the World Cuisine Competition, by Gastronomic Journalist Guido Barendson
Location: Building 9/ Lecture Hall II # 2325
Gastronomic Journalist will give a presentation on the cooking Competition (that will take place on Wednesday January 30).
This presentation is in preparation to the Cooking Competition that will be ... more
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Beginner's Class B
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This beginner's class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program c ... more
Experiences to Remember from Saudi Arabia - OSN TV Network
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 (Lecture Hall I)
Through this event, Mr. Ahmad Sahab (creator, director and presenter from OSN TV Netwrok), will take you on a trip where you will explore the landscapes of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia in the brand new ... more
The Secrets of the Royal Mummies, from Tutankhamun to Cleopatra - CANCELLED
Location: Building 9 Room 2325 (Lecture Hall II)
This lecture will explain the use of forensic techniques to reveal the Secrets of the Royal Mummies. You will hear about the discovery of the Mummy of Queen Hatshepsut and the secrets of the family of ... more
Keynote - The Mystery of the Pyramids - CANCELLED
Location: Building 20 Auditorium
This lecture will explain: how the Great Pyramid of Khufu was built and the journey of the robot put inside that pyramid to search for secret doors; the tombs of the nobles that were found west of the ... more
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Taking the Sunset Cruise in KAUST Harbor is one of the nicest ways to end your day or start the evening's activities. You will sail around KAUST Harbor towards the fishing village of Thuwal whilst enj ... more
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Advanced Class
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This advanced class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program con ... more
Tuesday, January 29, 2013
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Beginner's Class A
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This beginner's class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program c ... more
From the Land to the Sea: Terrestrial and Marine Plants of the Red Sea Region
Location: Building 9, lecture hall 2 (session 1 and 3), Front of Bldg 16 (session 2)
3-day course with lecture, lab, and fieldtrip:
- 1 morning lecture (lecture hall 2, bldg 9)
- 1 morning field trip (meeting point- in front of bldg 16, drop-off area)
- 1 morning lecture or sample an ... more
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3224
5-session course:
Introduction (half day)
Hands-on exercises
A 5-session course run as an interactive training course in the history, basic principles, tools and techniques of the Lean Six Sigma (LS ... more
Noor for Research : KNUG Kaust Noor User Group
- What is Noor? Who is the team behind ? 10 minAlain
- The History and Future of Noor-10 min Mohamed
- Who are the Users, Researchers and Faculty members ... more
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Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Beginner's Class B
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This beginner's class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program c ... more
Keynote - Origins of Our Universe
Location: Building 20, Auditorium
The origin of the Universe has been a subject of religious, mythological and philosophical importance since the dawn of human civilization.
We are in the Golden Age of cosmology, with a tremendous a ... more
Thesis and Dissertation Support Workshop
Location: Building 19 Conference Center, Hall 1
This workshop is aimed at all those wishing to familiarize themselves with or improve their thesis and/or dissertation writing skills.
The main aspects covered will range from: the weight and functi ... more
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Sculpture Another Way to Confront Nature
Location: Building 9 Classroom 2325 (Lecture Hall II)
by Igor Ustinov
Unlike Scientists that face Nature, to discover, to understand, to acknowledge, to transform, to use, to find a way, a better way
Sculptors face nature, to signal, to testify, to expr ... more
Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop: Advanced Class
Location: Multi-purpose room , Discovery Square
This advanced class is a part of the program of the Chinese Painting and Calligraphy Workshop, which is aimed at presenting the major concepts of Chinese painting and calligraphy. The full program con ... more
Kick start the New Year by learning a new and valuable life skill!
In these FREE introductory group lessons, you will learn the key fundamental techniques required to set you off on your golfing jour ... more
TBC
CANCELLED - Informal Pre-Lecture Concert
Location: Building 20, Lobby of Auditorium
Music by Mozart, Gibbons, Haddad, El-Sunbati and Rakcheyeva
Attab Haddad, oud
Joelle Barker, percussion
Matt Ridley, double bass
Sabina Rakcheyeva, violin
Wendy Keyes, viola
This event will be held ... more
The Right Brain
Location: Building 20 Auditorium
A “folk” popularization of the lateralization of the hemispheres, following the work of Roger W. Sperry, who was awarded the Nobel Prize in Medicine in 1981, characterizes scientists and engineers as ... more
Wednesday, January 30, 2013
Discover Reef Check - Course & Diving field trip
Location: Building 9 Room 4222
To experience marine biology and coral reef monitoring at hand, the course includes:
- a 1-day classroom theory session
- and a 1-day diving field trip
In the *theory lesson* (on Monday 28), particip ... more
Discover Reef Check - Course & Snorkeling field trip
Location: Building 9 Room 4222
To experience marine biology and coral reef monitoring at hand, the course includes:
- a 1-day classroom theory session
- and a 1-day snorkeling field trip
In the *theory lesson* (on Monday 28), p ... more
The Petro Rabigh plant is located on the Red Sea, on a 3,000 acre site occupied by what used to be a Saudi Aramco topping refinery. It currently employs around 2,000 people, of which over 80 percent a ... more
Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Course
Location: Building 9, classroom # 3224
5-session course:
Introduction (half day)
Hands-on exercises
A 5-session course run as an interactive training course in the history, basic principles, tools and techniques of the Lean Six Sigma (LS ... more
This course will cover the basic elements of Western Music Theory and Notation, from a contemporary perspective.
Topics explored will include:
- treble and bass clef note names
- intervals
- chord bu ... more
This course will cover the basic elements of Western Music Theory and Notation, from a contemporary perspective.
Topics explored will include:
- treble and bass clef note names
- intervals
- chord bu ... more
The Mathematical Soul of Culture - The Moderns
Location: Building 9/Lecture Hall II # 2325
Why does the circle have 360 degrees? Should “nothing” really be a number? Why would Hippo of Pontus be executed for proving that the square root of 2 cannot be a fraction? How did principles of CAD/C ... more
The topic of this cooking competition event will be kept secret until the day of the Presentation (WEP 267 C).
Members of the judging panel will include:
- Nadeem Ismail, Tamimi Chef
- Guido Barends ... more
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The Academic Job Application and Interview process - Insights from our Search Committee
Location: Building 9 Room 2322 (Lecture Hall I)
Part of "Paving your Road to Independence" series.
Speakers:
- Boon Ooi,
- Chris Gehring
- Yves Gnanou
Program:
- Speech & Award Ceremony (5:45 - 6:30 pm)
- Concert (6:30 - 7:30 pm)
- Dinner at the diner (8:00 - 9:00 pm)
Closing Ceremony & Closing Concert
Location: Building 20 Auditorium
Program:
- Speech & Award Ceremony (5:45 - 6:30 pm)
- Concert (6:30 - 7:45 pm)
- Dinner at the campus diner* (8:00 - 9:00 pm)
*Dinner free and open to all the community. Coupons distributed during t ... more
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