Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar to graduate new class, expand academic and research impact: Dean

Doha, Qatar: Dean of Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, a partner university of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, a...

Doha, Qatar: Dean of Carnegie Mellon University in Qatar, a partner university of Qatar Foundation for Education, Science and Community Development, announced that a new class of students is preparing to graduate this month, adding to its growing alumni network of around 1,500 graduates, most of whom live and work in Qatar.

In an interview with Qatar News Agency (QNA), Dr. Michael Trick noted that the university initially graduated students in business administration and computer science. In 2007, the Information Systems program was added, followed by Biological Sciences in 2011, which significantly increased the number of graduates in the following years.

Since joining CMU-Q in 2017, Dr. Trick witnessed rapid student growth, reflecting the university's positive trajectory and its growing impact both within Qatar and globally. He emphasized the university's commitment to maintaining strong, lasting ties with its alumni, many of whom regularly return to campus to engage with faculty, mentor students, and expand their professional networks.

He highlighted the university's pride in its global alumni network of over 120,000 graduates, which hosts events and meetups in various cities, offering a dynamic platform for career advice, job opportunities, and mutual support, which he considers a crucial resource for recent graduates entering the workforce.

Regarding partnerships with public and private sectors, Dr. Trick explained that CMU-Q signed over 50 memorandums of understanding with government entities, companies, and local institutions in Qatar. These partnerships provide internships, mentorship, job placements, and support for student-led initiatives and events.