Celebrating Education
786 Graduates from 9 Universities celebrated their graduation at the annual Convocation held on 7th May 2019 at the Qatar Foundation Ceremonial Court
The graduation ceremony for the class of 2019 of all Education City universities, was held in the gracious presence of Amir H H Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, as well as H H Sheikha Moza bint Nasser, Chairperson of QF, H E Sheikha Hind bint Hamad Al Thani, Vice-Chairperson and CEO of QF, H E Sheikh Joaan bin Hamad Al Thani, President of Qatar Olympic Committee and several other dignitaries and VVIPs.
This year’s graduating class included students from 71 different nationalities who celebrated their achievements in a breathtaking purpose-built setting to create everlasting memories of this special day for all students and their families.
At the Convocation, students receive rings before they perform the traditional walk through the ‘Door to the Future,’ symbolising their passage from QF partner universities to the next stage of their lives.
The 2019 Convocation keynote speaker was Brandon Stanton, author of ‘Humans of New York.’ who inspired the students and guests with his stories and insights into his humble beginnings and the journey to global recognition.
