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For its 5th cohort, the @ias_nuq Global Undergraduate Fellowship continues to empower student researchers and filmmakers.

The 2026 cohort brings together 15 NU‑Q undergraduates developing original, faculty‑mentored research and creative projects that advance evidence‑based, place‑grounded scholarship across the Global South.

Full Story: https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/5.7-ias-ug-fellows-26.html

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

احتفلت جامعة نورثويسترن في قطر، إحدى الجامعات الشريكة لمؤسسة قطر، بتخريج دفعة عام 2026، بحضور عدد من قيادات الجامعة وأعضاء الهيئة التدريسية والإدارية، إلى جانب عائلات الخريجين وضيوفهم

Northwestern University in Qatar, a QF partner university, celebrated the graduation of its Class of 2026 in a ceremony that brought graduates together with their families and guests, alongside university leadership, faculty, and staff.

Class speaker Isra Fejzullaj reflected on a shared journey defined by uncertainty, growth, and perseverance.

Her message emphasized the importance of curiosity, responsibility, and staying grounded in purpose.

“We learned to look deeper, to listen closely, and to find meaning in a world overflowing with information.” https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/5.5-isra-speech-graduation26.html

Northwestern University Provost-Elect Erik Luijten addressed the Class of 2026, recognizing their resilience and the global perspective they bring.

He encouraged graduates to remain open to new ideas and to approach their work with intention and awareness.

“You have the capacity to make positive change in our increasingly complicated world.”

https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/5.3-provost-speech-graduation26.html

Graduation speaker H.E. Dr. Majed Al-Ansari spoke about the responsibility that comes with communication in a fast-moving media landscape.
Reflecting on public service and the power of words, he reminded graduates that impact is built on integrity.

“Speed will get you seen. Integrity will make you matter.”

Full story: https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/5.4-dr.al-ansari-speech-graduation26.html

At this year’s graduation ceremony, Dean Marwan M. Kraidy reflected on the concept of muruna, an Arabic expression of resilience grounded in purpose and principle.
He encouraged graduates to remain steady in times of uncertainty, and to approach the world with both ambition and integrity.

“Muruna is not simply flexibility. It is the ability to remain grounded, principled, and engaged.”

https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/5.2-dean-speech-graduation26.html

Northwestern University in Qatar celebrated the graduation of the Class of 2026, marking an important milestone for 123 students representing 22 countries.

This year’s cohort reflects both national strength and global diversity, shaped by a period of rapid change and uncertainty. Throughout their time at NU-Q, they developed the skills to navigate complexity, think critically, and tell stories with purpose.

As they step forward as alumni, they carry with them a shared commitment to Northwestern’s values of excellence, responsibility, curiosity, and impact.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026.
https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/5.1-graduation-ceremony-2026.html

Dr. Majed Mohammed Al-Ansari, Advisor to the Prime Minister and Official Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the State of Qatar, will deliver the 2026 Graduation address at @NUQatar.

A leading voice in regional diplomacy and global public communication, he will address the graduating class at the ceremony on May 4, 2026.

“Dr. Al-Ansari’s work exemplifies the power of communication in shaping global understanding and advancing dialogue. His leadership and experience offer our graduates a compelling perspective on how media, policy, and public engagement come together in moments that matter.”— @NUQDean.

Eid Mubarak

Faculty, students, and researchers brought scholarship into the spotlight at Web Summit Qatar 2026. Across three days, 35 presenters delivered 29 sessions as part of the University’s expanded pavilion programming, connecting research on media, technology, AI, and society with global industry, policy, and public audiences.

Full story: https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/2-WSQ-2026-presentation.html

H.E. Sheikh Jassim bin Mansour bin Jabor Al Thani ’14, director of Qatar’s Government Communication Office, returned to Northwestern Qatar at Web Summit Qatar 2026 for a public conversation on the evolving role of government communication. He joined @nuqdean Kraidy for a special edition of the Dean’s Global Forum hosted at the University Pavilion.

Full story: https://qna.org.qa/en/news/news-details?id=web-summit-qatar-2026-gco-director-says-public-trust-key-in-countering-misinformation&date=4/02/2026

Amna Essa Hilal Al Kuwari, a 2025 graduate of Northwestern University in Qatar, has received the Platinum Medal at the 19th Qatar Education Excellence Award ceremony, earning the highest national distinction for academic and societal excellence. Her recognition marks a historic milestone as the first Northwestern Qatar alumna to receive the Platinum Medal, the program’s most prestigious honor.

“I’m so proud of Amna. This is a significant milestone for her but also inspiring for our entire community. Amna represents the intellectual curiosity, interdisciplinary courage, and public-minded leadership that define Northwestern Qatar. To see one of our graduates earn the highest academic distinction in the country affirms the caliber of students we are proud to have as part of our community”
- Marwan M. Kraidy, dean and CEO of Northwestern Qatar

A graduate with minors in Middle East Studies and Media and Politics, Al Kuwari is currently completing a master’s degree and plans to pursue a PhD in the near future. “For me, learning is a lifelong responsibility,” she said. “Whether in academia or public service, I want my work to contribute to knowledge production in Qatar and beyond. The Platinum Medal motivates me to continue striving for impact that is both local and global.”

Read more: https://www.qatar.northwestern.edu/news/articles/2026/2-Education-Excellence-Award-2026.html