Open Campus Day Program
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All day | 12-6pm
Activities and drop-in sessions taking place all-day.
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Visit our Conference Center to get hands-on with our research.
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Information and discovery with the athletics team. Test your skills with the basketball challenge and measure your jump height.
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Visit the Art Gallery for a full-day photo session where you can capture polaroid photographs with some of our inspiring artworks.
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Discover how the Division of Student Affairs cultivates and develops intentional student learning, leadership, career-readiness, cultural and community engagement that enhance the academic program and enrich students with a broader understanding of themselves and of the UAE.
12:00pm
Activities taking place between 12pm and 1pm. Expand each item for exact timings and locations.
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Venue: Meet at Public Lift 3 to be escorted to the labs
Time: 12-12:30pmVisit the Center for AI and Robotics (CAIR) where electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering, psychology, and computer science faculty from NYUAD and NYU New York conduct fundamental research and develop applications in AI and robotics. Capacity: 20, first-come, first-served.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Lecture Theater (Room 007)
Time: 12-12:45pmOur graduate students are involved in important research with real impact in the UAE, and globally. Working in space science, cybersecurity, AI, robotics, and more, our students are at the forefront of cutting-edge research and technology. Learn from a panel of students about their experiences and how you can participate in these world-class, research-based graduate opportunities.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Room 009
Times: 12pm and 12:30pmShare your personal memory of Abu Dhabi or NYU Abu Dhabi with our very own NYUAD Archivist. These brief, 5-15 minute recordings will be preserved in the Archives as part of the NYUAD Memory Project.
Capacity: Up to 3 people per session (ages 15+ recommended). -
Venue: Meet in The Arts Center lobby (C3)
Time: 12-12:30pmVisit our field robotics lab to see demos of our underwater and off-track vehicles.
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Venue: Experimental Research Building (C1)
Time: 12-12:30pm and 12:30-1pmThe Astroparticle Physics Lab specializes in particle science with applications in Space and Culture Heritage. Look forward to learning about Dark Matter, Cubesats, and history recorded on paintings and ceramics!
Capacity: 7
1:00pm
Activities taking place between 1pm and 2pm. Expand each item for exact timings and locations.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Auditorium (Room 008)
Time: 1-1:50pmFind out more about the brand new Stern at NYUAD MBA. You will learn more about our innovative program, ways to craft a strong application, and potential program outcomes.
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Venue: Meet at Public Lift 3 to be escorted to the labs
Time: 1-1:30pmVisit the Center for AI and Robotics (CAIR) where electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering, psychology, and computer science faculty from NYUAD and NYU New York conduct fundamental research and develop applications in AI and robotics. Capacity: 20, first-come, first-served.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Room 009
Times: 1pm and 1:30pmShare your personal memory of Abu Dhabi or NYU Abu Dhabi with our very own NYUAD Archivist. These brief, 5-15 minute recordings will be preserved in the Archives as part of the NYUAD Memory Project.
Capacity: Up to 3 people per session (ages 15+ recommended). -
Venue: Meet in The Arts Center lobby (C3)
Time: 1-1:30pmVisit our field robotics lab to see demos of our underwater and off-track vehicles.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), StartAD
Time: 1-1:20pmEngage with text, images, and sound and identify which are AI- and which are human-generated. Learn how to navigate the world of AI and its limitations, the differences between a range of AI tools, and the ethical use of AI in academia.
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Venue: Social Science (Building A5), Entrance
Time: 1-1:20pmVisit one of the longest-running labs on campus: a 24/7, professional working space for student-led teams to grapple with out-sized and meaningful challenges including efforts in autonomous vehicles, sustainable home design and construction, urban development, architecture, sounding rocketry, bioengineering, and more. Work has resulted in the formation of companies, granted patents, publications, and funding.
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Venue: The Art Gallery (Building A4)
Time: 1pmJoin Duygu Demir, Curator and Research Assistant Professor, for a tour of the NYUAD Art Gallery’s latest exhibition, Between the Tides: A Gulf Quinquennial. Explore works from 21 artists and collectives from across the region, showcasing key moments in the GCC’s arts scene since 2019.
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Venue: Experimental Research Building (C1), meet in the lobby
Time: 1-1:30pm and 1:30-2pmStep inside CGSB labs and take a tour into the world of genomics research. Learn how stem cells regulate their identity and fate through “epigenetic regulations,” and manage fruit flies by applying fly genetics techniques such as genetic markers, recombination, CyO balancer chromosomes, Gal4-UAS system, and female-male differences.
Capacity: 40
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Venue: Experimental Research Building (C1), meet in the lobby
Time: 1-1:30pm and 1:30-2pmThe Astroparticle Physics Lab specializes in particle science with applications in Space and Culture Heritage. Look forward to learning about Dark Matter, Cubesats, and history recorded on paintings and ceramics!
Capacity: 7
2:00pm
Activities taking place between 2pm and 3pm. Expand each item for exact timings and locations.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Auditorium (Room 008)
Time: 2-2:50pmHear from admissions counselors about the application process, and scholarships and financial aid.
This talk is also taking place at 4pm.
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Venue: Meet at Public Lift 3 to be escorted to the labs
Time: 2-2:30pmVisit the Center for AI and Robotics (CAIR) where electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering, psychology, and computer science faculty from NYUAD and NYU New York conduct fundamental research and develop applications in AI and robotics. Capacity: 20, first-come, first-served.
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Venue: STEM Building (Building A1), meet in the lobby
Time: 2-3pmJoin our researchers to find out more about virtual reality and haptics research at NYUAD. Check out the demos and try our VR simulations.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Room 009
Times: 2pm and 2:30pmLearn how NYUAD archivists use oral history to capture knowledge about place and community, and how recordings are preserved in our research environment. Participants are invited to record their own memory of our campus or Abu Dhabi for preservation in the University Archives. Capacity: 3 people per session. Age: 15+
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Venue: Meet in The Arts Center lobby (Building C3)
Time: 2-2:30pmVisit our field robotics lab to see demos of our underwater and off-track vehicles.
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Venue: Social Science (Building A5), Entrance
Time: 2-2:20pmVisit one of the longest-running labs on campus: a 24/7, professional working space for student-led teams to grapple with out-sized and meaningful challenges including efforts in autonomous vehicles, sustainable home design and construction, urban development, architecture, sounding rocketry, bioengineering, and more. Work has resulted in the formation of companies, granted patents, publications, and funding.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Social Science Experimental Lab (SSEL)
Time: 2-2:30pm and 3-3:30pmTake a tour of our Social Science Experimental Lab and hear more about our vibrant community of economists, political scientists, and sociologists who use experimental methods in their research and who exchange scientific ideas on cutting-edge research in seminars and workshops.
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Venue: Meet in The Arts Center lobby (Building C3)
Time: 2:30-3pmVisit the Visual Design Lab to hear about the branding projects NYUAD students have worked on, the impact each project has had, and the awards they have won.
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Venue: Campus Center (C2)
Meeting point: Lobby, Ground floor
Time: 2-2:30pm -
Discover how the Division of Student Affairs cultivates and develops intentional student learning, leadership, career-readiness, cultural and community engagement that enhance the academic program and enrich students with a broader understanding of themselves and of the UAE.
3:00pm
Activities taking place between 3pm and 4pm. Expand each item for exact timings and locations.
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Venue: Meet at Public Lift 3 to be escorted to the labs
Time: 3-3:30pmVisit the Center for AI and Robotics (CAIR) where electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering, psychology, and computer science faculty from NYUAD and NYU New York conduct fundamental research and develop applications in AI and robotics. Capacity: 20, first-come, first-served.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Room 009
Times: 3pm and 3:30pmShare your personal memory of Abu Dhabi or NYU Abu Dhabi with our very own NYUAD Archivist. These brief, 5-15 minute recordings will be preserved in the Archives as part of the NYUAD Memory Project.
Capacity: Up to 3 people per session (ages 15+ recommended). -
Venue: STEM Building (Building A1), meet in the lobby
Time: 3-4pmJoin our researchers to find out more about virtual reality and haptics research at NYUAD. Check out the demos and try our VR simulations.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), StartAD
Time: 3-3:20pmEngage with text, images, and sound and identify which are AI- and which are human-generated. Learn how to navigate the world of AI and its limitations, the differences between a range of AI tools, and the ethical use of AI in academia.
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Venue: Social Science (Building A5), Entrance
Time: 3-3:20pmVisit one of the longest-running labs on campus: a 24/7, professional working space for student-led teams to grapple with out-sized and meaningful challenges including efforts in autonomous vehicles, sustainable home design and construction, urban development, architecture, sounding rocketry, bioengineering, and more. Work has resulted in the formation of companies, granted patents, publications, and funding.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Social Science Experimental Lab (SSEL)
Time: 2-2:30 and 3-3:30pmTake a tour of our Social Science Experimental Lab and hear more about our vibrant community of economists, political scientists, and sociologists who use experimental methods in their research and who exchange scientific ideas on cutting-edge research in seminars and workshops.
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Venue: Meet in The Arts Center lobby (Building C3)
Time: 3:30-4pmVisit the Visual Design Lab to hear about the branding projects NYUAD students have worked on, the impact each project has had, and the awards they have won.
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Venue: The Art Gallery (Building A4)
Time: 3pmJoin Maya Allison, Galleries Executive Director and Chief Curator, for an exclusive tour of the NYUAD Art Gallery’s latest exhibition, Between the Tides: A Gulf Quinquennial. Explore works from 21 artists and collectives from across the region, showcasing key moments in the GCC’s arts scene since 2019.
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Venue: Campus Center (Building C2)
Meeting point: Lobby, Ground floor
Time: 3:30-3:50pm -
Discover how the Division of Student Affairs cultivates and develops intentional student learning, leadership, career-readiness, cultural and community engagement that enhance the academic program and enrich students with a broader understanding of themselves and of the UAE.
4:00pm
Activities taking place between 4pm and 5pm. Expand each item for exact timings and locations.
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Venue: Sexton Square
Time: 4:30pmHead to Sexton Square to see the Attitude Dance Club showcase Bollywood, commercial jazz, K-Pop, and hip-hop dances. This unique performance will give a taster of what goes on in their classes.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Auditorium (Room 008)
Time: 4-4:50pmHear from admissions counselors about the application process, and scholarships and financial aid.
This talk is also taking place at 2pm.
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Venue: Meet at Public Lift 3 to be escorted to the labs
Time: 4-4:30pmVisit the Center for AI and Robotics (CAIR) where electrical, mechanical, and computer engineering, psychology, and computer science faculty from NYUAD and NYU New York conduct fundamental research and develop applications in AI and robotics. Capacity: 20, first-come, first-served.
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Venue: Conference Center (Building A6), Room 009
Times: 4pm and 4:30pmShare your personal memory of Abu Dhabi or NYU Abu Dhabi with our very own NYUAD Archivist. These brief, 5-15 minute recordings will be preserved in the Archives as part of the NYUAD Memory Project.
Capacity: Up to 3 people per session (ages 15+ recommended). -
Venue: Social Science (Building A5), Entrance
Time: 4-4:20pmVisit one of the longest-running labs on campus: a 24/7, professional working space for student-led teams to grapple with out-sized and meaningful challenges including efforts in autonomous vehicles, sustainable home design and construction, urban development, architecture, sounding rocketry, bioengineering, and more. Work has resulted in the formation of companies, granted patents, publications, and funding.
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Venue: The Arts Center (Building C3), Foyer
Time: 4:30-5pmVisit the Visual Design Lab to hear about the branding projects NYUAD students have worked on, the impact each project has had, and the awards they have won.
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Venue: Computational Building (A2)
Meeting point: Lobby, ground floor
Time: 4-4:30pm -
Discover how the Division of Student Affairs cultivates and develops intentional student learning, leadership, career-readiness, cultural and community engagement that enhance the academic program and enrich students with a broader understanding of themselves and of the UAE.