AUD
faculty and staff work with students from the time of their admission
to their graduation and beyond to ensure their academic and professional
success, and their social integration and general well being. These
caring professionals are available to help students in many ways, providing
support and referrals as needed. AUD prides itself in taking an active
role in the Dubai community, and offers its students unparalleled opportunities
to be part of Dubai’s development through participation and interaction
with the local community organizations and initiatives.
The Student Services Office plays a vital role in the campus community. The Office provides personal counseling referrals, special needs assistance, academic support and special tutoring, student activities planning, sports and recreational programs, health and housing services.
Mission
The Office of Student Services supports the university’s Mission and
Purpose by providing support and resources for orientation, transition,
retention and graduation of AUD students; so that they may be prepared
both personally and professionally throughout their university experience
and careers.
Purpose
The purpose of the Office of Student Services is to assist students
in the integration process so that they can readily become part of the
university community. In addition, a range of services, such as tutoring,
workshops, academic support, psychological counseling, and athletic,
cultural, and recreational activities are offered to help students attain
their professional and personal goals.
Goals
- To support the purpose and goals of the institution;
- To provide services that will enable students to become more effective and efficient in utilizing and enhancing their knowledge;
- To provide the individual student with experiences to promote self-discipline, self-assurance and mastery of the intricacies of personal and professional challenges; and
- Together with the Office of Academic Affairs, to produce graduates for the business and professional communities who possess the integrity, determination, judgment, motivation, ability and education to assume responsible positions of leadership and who can meet the demanding challenges posed by contemporary society.