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| • Student Clubs Student-sponsored clubs are an integral part of the learning process. KAU currently has a variety of clubs that meet the educational and recreational needs of all students. All clubs are strategically located in the Internal Student Club in front of the Medical Office. The following major clubs are registered with the Deanship of Student Affairs: -Computer Club offers a variety of computer courses conducted by the department of Computer Science. Students are provided with Certificates of Course Completion. -English Language Club offers training in English conversation. Certificates of Course Completion are issued by the Deanship of Student Affairs. Arts & Crafts Club offers courses in a variety of arts including painting on silk, traditional pottery and wood sculpture among others. These courses aim at enhancing the artistic talents of students and at developing their appreciation of beauty. Many events are orchestrated by the Club including an annual exhibition in which student art exhibits are presented. Science Club supports talented students and develops their skills. It aims to promote technology and technical awareness, encourage technological and scientific inventions, and sponsor scientific projects and research. The club has participated in a number of local, regional and international events and has succeeded in earning prizes, awards and certificates of achievements. Photography Club includes a photo-developing lab and offers courses and workshops in photography conducted by experts in the field. Arabic Calligraphy & Arts Club offers a variety of specialized courses in all forms of Arabic Calligraphy, in addition to Modern Art courses. A number of exhibitions and events are organized both internationally and locally. -Literature Club the club organizes poetic recitals and symposiums. Specialized courses in novel writing are offered by specialized professors in the field and talented students are supported. Social Club aims at guiding students in developing and maintaining positive self-esteem, social awareness and communication skills. Fieldtrips and visits are organized and students participate in social awareness campaigns. A number of courses in development of skills and creativity are offered. Heritage Club supports interest in all forms of traditional arts. Heritage exhibitions are orchestrated which promote the local traditions and culture of the Kingdom. -Public Relations Club organizes special functions, visits, receptions, and receives KAU visiting guests and academic commissions and agencies. Courses are offered in public relations and related fields. -Hope Club supports students with special needs and promotes their full participation in academic programs and campus activities offered by Student Affairs. The club also works to assure that the special services necessary for handicapped students to participate fully in their academic programs and the extracurricular life of the campus are provided for them through University or community resources. -Drama Club supports talented students and develops their dramatic skills. A variety of plays from different dramatic schools are produced and presented and specialized courses in acting, production, script writing are offered. The club participated in a range of local, regional and international events and it was awarded a number of prizes. -Equestrian Club through this traditional Arabic sport, the club aims at developing the spirit of courage, assertiveness, comradeship and manliness. The club is located within the University campus and covers an area of approximately 24900 cubic meters. There are 63 areas allocated for stables and currently there are 24 horses (17 stallions and 7 mares) designated for training. The club has been officially registered in the Saudi Equestrian Union since 1991. Download 2.76 Mb. Share with your friends:
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