Abu Dhabi University grants 15 schools in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain around 300 computers

For the third consecutive year, Abu Dhabi University has implemented an integral part of its annual community engagement and social responsibility agenda, by completing a one-week donation campaign to deliver around 300 refurbished computers, 275 LCD monitors and 220 pieces of classroom and computer labs furniture to 15 private schools distributed over Abu Dhabi and Al Ain.
Vice Chancellor of Abu Dhabi University, Dr. Terry Motiuk explained that the initiative is part of a comprehensive annual community social responsibility plan that the University implements every academic year. “As one of the nation’s most prestigious higher education institutions we have a duty towards our community that we are committed to fulfilling. Whether through delivering internationally benchmarked academic programs, or disseminating knowledge and giving back to the community; ADU has always been keen on being a proactive entity that participates constructively and positively in social issues”, pointed out Dr. Motuik.
“This annual campaign also enables Abu Dhabi University be an integral part of enhancing the academic development of students throughout the UAE, and we are extremely honored to be given the opportunity to aid school administrations in educating and empowering the young leaders and future generations of the UAE”, said Dr. Motiuk.
On her part, Laila Kroma Senior Manager of ADU’s Admissions, Enrollment and International Relations Department explained that the grants enable the beneficiary community schools to help reduce the high costs they have to dedicate out of their budgets in order to update their classrooms and computer laboratories. “The donated computers and furniture will not only contribute to the academic development of students, but will help the environment through increasing awareness on the importance of recycling furniture and refurbished electronic equipment”, said Kroma.
Background Information
Abu Dhabi University
The dream began with the Charter of Abu Dhabi University in the year 2000, After three years of planning, the university opened its doors in September 2003, to an entering class of 1,000 students on its two campuses in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. Unlike other colleges and universities in the UAE, ADU undertook the measures necessary to ensure that all of the degree programs it would offer had secured accreditation from the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in advance of any students enrolling in them.
ADU offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate degrees based upon the American model of higher education.