Bodour Al Qasimi inaugurates “Six Degrees” Exhibition

June 01, 2025 / 5:01 PM

Sharjah 24: Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, President of the American University of Sharjah (AUS), inaugurated the 15th annual "Six Degrees" graduation exhibition at the Sharjah Research, Technology, and Innovation Park. The exhibition is open to the public and showcases the work of graduating students from the College of Architecture, Art, and Design (CAAD) at AUS.

Diverse academic disciplines on display

The exhibition features projects from a wide range of CAAD programs, including architecture, interior design, design management, multimedia design, visual communication, and urban planning. It provides a vital platform for connecting students with representatives from the UAE’s design and creative sectors.

A culmination of academic growth

Dr Varkki Pallathucheril, Dean of College of Architecture, Art and Design) CAAD,) emphasised that the exhibition represents the culmination of each student’s academic journey, marked by creative exploration, studio work, and professional development.

Bridging education and industry

His Excellency Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SRTI Park, highlighted the park's role in hosting the exhibition, underlining its importance in promoting innovation and supporting young designers and architects. He noted that the event demonstrates a commitment to fostering sustainable, human-centered solutions through the collaboration of academia and industry.

Honouring academic excellence

As part of the event, CAAD held its annual awards ceremony, recognising 28 exceptional students and faculty members for academic excellence, creativity, leadership, and service to the AUS community.

Featuring Dr Najat Makki

This year’s edition also includes a special showcase by pioneering Emirati artist Dr Najat Makki, who is the 2024–2025 artist-in-residence at AUS. Her selected works, developed during her residency, are featured as a central part of the exhibition, which continues until June 8.