Students from Middle East University have achieved a major turning point in the realm of academic debate, securing a notable regional success at the Third Asian Arabic Debating Championship. The prestigious outcome of the tournament witnessed student Huthafa Abu Hassan securing fifth place and student Karmal Al Madi attaining sixth place, both within the category of Best Speakers at the tournament, which was hosted by the State of Qatar and witnessed extensive participation from a number of universities in Asia and the Arab region.
This significant qualitative achievement stands as a testament to the university’s concerted efforts to furnish its students with essential skills in public speaking, debating, and critical thinking. This objective is in alignment with the institution’s overarching vision of preparing a generation that is proficient in the tools necessary for constructive dialogue.
Middle East University stated that this accomplishment reflects the distinction and capacity of its student body to compete effectively on a regional and international scale. Moreover, it further noted that active participation in such tournaments embodies its core philosophy, which is fundamentally based upon the promotion of a culture of dialogue, the fostering of respect for pluralism, and the adoption of values related to positive communication and responsible knowledge acquisition.