SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities

UDST showcases cultural heritage at Festival of Cultures 2025

FEBRUARY 2025

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The University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) hosted its annual Festival of Cultures, a vibrant celebration of the university’s cultural diversity and global community. The event featured over 1,300 student participants from 24 countries, offering cultural performances, a flag walk, and interactive country booths showcasing traditional attire, food, and heritage. Attended by ambassadors and official delegations, the festival reflected UDST’s commitment to inclusivity, unity, and intercultural dialogue. Awards were presented to outstanding booths and performances, with winners including India, Mozambique, Qatar, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Jordan. 

Celebrating the Spirit of Garangao Through a Community Event

MARCH 2025

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UDST embraced the spirit of Garangao with a vibrant celebration, bringing together students, staff, and families to honor this cherished Qatari tradition. Garangao, celebrated on the 14th night of Ramadan, is a special occasion where children dress in traditional attire, sing folk songs, and collect treats. UDST’s event featured activities that showcased the significance of Garangao in Qatari heritage. Participants enjoyed distributing sweets and engaging in games that embodied the warmth and generosity of the occasion. The celebration strengthened the sense of community and promoted cultural awareness among students from diverse backgrounds. By honoring this beloved tradition, UDST reaffirmed its commitment to preserving Qatari heritage while creating a joyful and inclusive environment for all. 

SDG aligned Projects

  1. Smart Campus Resource Management System: AI-Driven Electrical-Water-Transport Nexus
  2. ACTIVE SENSING AND CONTROL FOR A SAFER ELECTRIC MICROMOBILITY IN QATAR

UDST Celebrates Its Diversity at Festival of Cultures

MARCH 2024

Organized by Student Engagement, a division of Student Affairs, the festival saw the presence of the Chairman and Board Members of UDST, Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, President of UDST and distinguished guests, including ambassadors of Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Turkey, Tunisia, Turkmenistan, Yemen and representatives from the Embassy of Ukraine and Malaysia. UDST’s students, faculty, staff, and their families. The event attracted close to 15,000 visitors who joined to celebrate the multicultural mosaic of the UDST community. Over 500 student participants from 24 countries showcased their cultures, including Qatar, Algeria, Bangladesh, Egypt, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Jordan, Libya, Lebanon, Malaysia, Morocco, Nepal, Pakistan, Palestine, Philippines, Somalia, Syria, Sudan, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine and Yemen. Students decorated their booths representing their country’s unique values and traditions, wearing their national dress as well as providing cuisines from their homelands. 

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UDST Commemorates Qatar National Day with Cultural and Educational Festivities

DECEMBER 2024

UDST celebrated Qatar National Day with a vibrant event bringing together students, faculty, staff, and their families to honor the nation’s heritage and values. Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, UDST President, highlighted the occasion’s significance in celebrating unity, resilience, and progress. The event featured cultural booths, a photo gallery showcasing Qatar’s achievements, a poem recital by Abdallah Ahmed, a traditional Qatari attire fashion show, and an interactive contest. The screening of “Ode to Our Land” provided a cinematic tribute to Qatar’s journey. Traditional Qatari cuisine fostered a sense of community, and the event underscored UDST’s commitment to shaping the future in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030, promoting unity and responsibility.

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