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NYU Abu Dhabi Commencement

NYU Abu Dhabi Commencement 2025
Thursday, May 22, 2025

Welcome Speaker Class of 2025

Khalid Alzeyoudi, BSc

Khalid grew up in the UAE. He has served as Vice President of the UAE Majlis Student Interest Group (SIG) and a mentor in the Academic Enrichment Program. Khalid also chaired the National Military Service Initiative on the Domestic Student Advisory Board, advocating for students balancing military service and academics. He also represented the UAE at the GCC Youth Forum, fostering cross cultural exchange.

Student Speaker Class of 2025

Pauline Wee, BSc

Pauline Wee double majored in Computer Science and Business, Organizations and Society with a minor in Interactive Media. She led The Design Collective and the Craft Circle Student Interest Groups (SIGs), and a number of on-campus research projects. She loves creating impact as a software engineer, designer, founder, and community leader.

I came to NYU Abu Dhabi enthusiastic to learn and grow. I am leaving NYU Abu Dhabi appreciating the friendships I made and excited for the future. 

 

 

I came to NYU Abu Dhabi eager to learn about myself and the world. I am leaving NYU Abu Dhabi with friends from all around the world. 

 

Class of 2025 Stories

The graduating class looks back and shares memories from their time at NYU Abu Dhabi.

  • Bushra Shums

    Bushra Shums

    A place where I found the people who would stay up late, figuring things out with me, whether it was coursework, life decisions, or what to eat for dinner. 

  • Confidence Ezemba

    Confidence Ezemba

    Through classes that challenged me, labs that sparked curiosity, and mentors who believed in me even when I doubted myself, I discovered that medicine was not just a dream but a calling.

  • Bayyena Alzaabi

    Bayyena Alzaabi

    The friends I made here had fresh eyes and the need to explore; their infectious excitement and my chronic FOMO pushed me to join in on the fun. 

  • Kaushik Sunder

    Kaushik Sunder

    From the vast deserts of Al Khatim to the lively souks of Dubai, every outing deepened my appreciation for this country’s rich history and its vision for the future.

  • Joanna Kumendong

    Joanna Kumendong

    The best advice I have received along the way was, 'Do not be afraid to explore, and it’s okay if where you land is where you started.' 

  • Hamdan Zoghbor

    Hamdan Zoghbor

    During our study away semester in New York, we observed Ramadan, though we deeply missed the familiar tastes of home and the warmth of shared company.

 

 

NYU Abu Dhabi Class of 2025 shared their moments that captured their NYUAD experience. Visit Class of 2025 Wrapped to go down memory lane.

 

 

 

Our Ma’a Salama programming in May includes on-campus events, as well as off-campus trips catered to our graduating seniors as well as their families. 

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