CCQ courses ‘recognised world over’
By Ourouba Hussein
Dean Hansen and steering committee chair Ibrahim Saleh al-Nuaimi at the press briefing yesterday
The newly-established Community College of Qatar’s (CCQ) courses are internationally certified and will allow the students to join any university in Qatar or abroad to complete their bachelor degrees, a top CCQ official said yesterday.
Speaking to reporters, CCQ steering committee chair Ibrahim Saleh al-Nuaimi said that the college had three different programmes, an Associate in Sciences or Associate in Arts degree, Associate in Applied Sciences, as well as Work Advancement or Employment and Certificates or courses for training and personal development.
He explained that after obtaining the Associate in Science degree, students can further study to obtain their Associate in Applied Sciences degree, which now offered business and computer technology programmes.
“The associate in science or arts degree allows the students to register in any university in the world as a third year, while the associate in applied sciences degree allows them to go directly to work”, he said.
The third programme, he said, offered courses for employers to provide upgrading or improving the skills of their employees, or re-train for a totally different field.
“We are talking to Qatar Petroleum and RasGas and we will be visiting in October all corporations in Qatar to offer our services”, he added.
CCQ dean Judith Hansen said that the college was the outcome of two years of work to establish a place to improve the Qatari participation in the workforce to reach the 2030 vision.
“The college officially opened its doors for orientation last Sunday and the classes started on September 26”, she stated.
She explained that CCQ has begun its first academic year with 305 students.
“A total of 1,330 candidates had taken the placement test but two-thirds of them preferred afternoon and evening courses”, she said, adding “in January we are going to launch evening classes for the working students and we still have another 2,000 students on the waiting list, who still haven’t taken the placement test and need some orientation”.
Hansen explained that the college was accepting only Qatari students, however, the future plan was to include non-Qataris also.
“What is good about CCQ is that we have small classes, a comfortable personal relationship with professors, whereas every class has an average of 20 students, so they have an opportunity to learn”, she said.
CCQ Begins
Saturday, November 13, 2010
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
CCQ Pioneers
Press Release from Qatar:
A total of 304 students, including 184 females, started their classes yesterday at the Community College of Qatar (CCQ), the first of its kind in the region.
The CCQ will provide three internationally-recognised degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS).
Associates degree holders will be able to either join the labour market or continue their university studies in one of the universities in Qatar or abroad in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
“The historic first day of the Community College of Qatar sets a new future for our Qatari students and Qatar,” Dean Dr Judith Hansen said.
She described the CCQ as the first nation-wide community college in the world, a global Qatari model of higher education success.
The first day showed commendable organisation and preparations which were reflected in the separation of male students from females at the entrance and the classrooms. Students’ names were listed and classrooms were numbered to achieve easy and comfortable opening.
“I have benefited from the lecture and I am enjoying the study and will complete all the curricula,” said Issa Abu Jassoum, a student who had just completed his first lesson in English language.
Abu Jassoum expected a bright future at the college as it provided educational opportunities that were not available anywhere else and prepared them to obtain a BSc degree. Abu Jassoum is interested in computer science studies.
Many other students shared Abu Jassoum’s opinion.
They expressed their appreciation to the teaching staff for their efforts and co-operation with them.
Munirah Ali al-Thani said: “The college provides a variety of educational options and helps us enhance our skills and abilities and increase our knowledge.”
Munirah said she had completed the secondary classes and obtained good results in the entry tests but did not meet the requirements of the university and was therefore unable to continue her studies.
She said that the CCQ’s flexibility made it the best solution for most of the students who are sitting at home without education.
Some students chose to attend the CCQ straight from high school while other students are working adults who take classes to advance in careers or to change fields.
To ensure graduation of qualified students, the SEC has signed a five-year partnership service agreement with Houston Community College where the latter will provide qualified staff and faculty, and develop a curriculum designed specifically for Qatari students.
A total of 304 students, including 184 females, started their classes yesterday at the Community College of Qatar (CCQ), the first of its kind in the region.
The CCQ will provide three internationally-recognised degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS).
Associates degree holders will be able to either join the labour market or continue their university studies in one of the universities in Qatar or abroad in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
“The historic first day of the Community College of Qatar sets a new future for our Qatari students and Qatar,” Dean Dr Judith Hansen said.
She described the CCQ as the first nation-wide community college in the world, a global Qatari model of higher education success.
The first day showed commendable organisation and preparations which were reflected in the separation of male students from females at the entrance and the classrooms. Students’ names were listed and classrooms were numbered to achieve easy and comfortable opening.
“I have benefited from the lecture and I am enjoying the study and will complete all the curricula,” said Issa Abu Jassoum, a student who had just completed his first lesson in English language.
Abu Jassoum expected a bright future at the college as it provided educational opportunities that were not available anywhere else and prepared them to obtain a BSc degree. Abu Jassoum is interested in computer science studies.
Many other students shared Abu Jassoum’s opinion.
They expressed their appreciation to the teaching staff for their efforts and co-operation with them.
Munirah Ali al-Thani said: “The college provides a variety of educational options and helps us enhance our skills and abilities and increase our knowledge.”
Munirah said she had completed the secondary classes and obtained good results in the entry tests but did not meet the requirements of the university and was therefore unable to continue her studies.
She said that the CCQ’s flexibility made it the best solution for most of the students who are sitting at home without education.
Some students chose to attend the CCQ straight from high school while other students are working adults who take classes to advance in careers or to change fields.
To ensure graduation of qualified students, the SEC has signed a five-year partnership service agreement with Houston Community College where the latter will provide qualified staff and faculty, and develop a curriculum designed specifically for Qatari students.
Thursday, September 23, 2010
CCQ classes to begin on September 26
Gulf Times
07/09/2010
The Supreme Education Council (SEC) yesterday announced that the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will begin its first class on September 26 at the West Bay Campus.
The CCQ has finalised the list of 300 full time students for the first batch based on the applications received. Orientation workshops are to be conducted between September 19 and 24.
“The first of its kind in Qatar and the region, the CCQ allows students to pursue a course of study that will prepare them to either enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor’s degree” CCQ Steering Committee chair Dr Ibrahim al-Naimi said. “Students will be able to earn a certificate or two-year Associates degree in a select number of fields critical to Qatar’s economic growth,” he explained.
CCQ dean Dr Judith Hansen described the launch of the College as the opportunity of a lifetime for many to contribute to the thriving economic growth of Qatar toward Vision 2030.
The ultimate goal of the CCQ is to provide education for everybody therefore those students who were tested but not enrolled will be notified of waiting list for enrolment in subsequent semesters.
Those who signed up online and have not taken the ACT Compass test will be tested in October 2010. Students planning to take the test for the first time or retake the test are advised to visit the ACT Compass website – http://act.org/compass - for practice tests.
“More full time and part-time working students credentialed are ready for enrolment as we grow into our C-Ring Road Campus beginning January 2011,” added Dr. Hansen.
The CCQ will provide three internationally recognised degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS).
They will allow holders either to join the labour market or to continue their university studies in a university in Qatar or elsewhere in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
The 2-year AA Degree coursework includes core Social Sciences, Communications and Humanities courses with support Sciences and Math courses consistent with university freshman and sophomore coursework for majors in the Arts, Communications and Humanities.
The 2-year AS Degree coursework includes core Sciences and Math courses with support courses in Communications, Social Sciences and Humanities consistent with university freshman and sophomore course for majors in the Sciences and Math. CCQ is seeking articulation of the AS Degree curriculum for transfer of successful graduates to university studies as third year students.
07/09/2010
The Supreme Education Council (SEC) yesterday announced that the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will begin its first class on September 26 at the West Bay Campus.
The CCQ has finalised the list of 300 full time students for the first batch based on the applications received. Orientation workshops are to be conducted between September 19 and 24.
“The first of its kind in Qatar and the region, the CCQ allows students to pursue a course of study that will prepare them to either enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor’s degree” CCQ Steering Committee chair Dr Ibrahim al-Naimi said. “Students will be able to earn a certificate or two-year Associates degree in a select number of fields critical to Qatar’s economic growth,” he explained.
CCQ dean Dr Judith Hansen described the launch of the College as the opportunity of a lifetime for many to contribute to the thriving economic growth of Qatar toward Vision 2030.
The ultimate goal of the CCQ is to provide education for everybody therefore those students who were tested but not enrolled will be notified of waiting list for enrolment in subsequent semesters.
Those who signed up online and have not taken the ACT Compass test will be tested in October 2010. Students planning to take the test for the first time or retake the test are advised to visit the ACT Compass website – http://act.org/compass - for practice tests.
“More full time and part-time working students credentialed are ready for enrolment as we grow into our C-Ring Road Campus beginning January 2011,” added Dr. Hansen.
The CCQ will provide three internationally recognised degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS).
They will allow holders either to join the labour market or to continue their university studies in a university in Qatar or elsewhere in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
The 2-year AA Degree coursework includes core Social Sciences, Communications and Humanities courses with support Sciences and Math courses consistent with university freshman and sophomore coursework for majors in the Arts, Communications and Humanities.
The 2-year AS Degree coursework includes core Sciences and Math courses with support courses in Communications, Social Sciences and Humanities consistent with university freshman and sophomore course for majors in the Sciences and Math. CCQ is seeking articulation of the AS Degree curriculum for transfer of successful graduates to university studies as third year students.
Hundreds attend orientation on the Community College of Qatar
Supreme Education Council Press Release
Date: 19 September 2010
The Community College of Qatar held an orientation meeting for 309 new students including boys and girls at the presence of the Community teaching faculty and staff. The orientation meeting will continue until the 24th of September 2010 at the Community College at Dafna. The meeting aims to brief the students about the college, the curriculum, the staff, the courses, and the opportunities provided for them through their years of study. In addition, the college has provided the required guidance and direction for the students which will ensure their continuation in the college and maintain their success.
Dr. Ibrahim Al-Naimi, the chairman of the Community College Steering Committee welcomed the students informing them that the meeting represents a remarkable and unique milestone in the history of Qatar. He congratulated the students on their enrollment into the Community College which plays a major role in the development of the nation.
Al Naimi reiterated that the college offers 2-year degree courses and three accredited diplomas in Humanities, Science, and Technical applications like communications, administration, engineering, and banking. He added that the diploma holders may join the labor market or continue further in higher education in the best universities in Qatar or abroad.
The college offers short training certificates and programs to meet specialized labor and industry requirements. This, he said, will enhance the sustained development of the country and achieve the Qatar national vision 2030. Dr. Naimi stressed on the importance of accurate attendance by the students and urged them to maintain their timetable, accept the challenge, and be reliable. He confirmed that without the support of His Highness the Emir, the college would not have been established. He also praised Qatar University and all the institutions which helped in the existence of the college.
In addition, Al Naimi mentioned the partnership between the Community College of Qatar and Houston Community College (HCC) which will provide educational opportunities in accordance with international standards. HCC curricula has been created to suit the educational requirements of Qatari students. The partnership will enhance excellent opportunities and broaden the educational options for the students who will benefit from international experiences.
He confirmed that the college will achieve a group of objectives for the students like continuing their higher education in a number of US universities, Qatar university, and the Education City Universities.
On her part, the Community College Dean, Dr. Judith Hansen also welcomed the students and praised their educational excellence and their will to continue education.
"I am proud of you and we are here to achieve the vision of His Highness the Emir and Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser Al-Misnad."
She also praised the support of H.E. the Minister of Education, Secretary general of the SEC which he extended for them to achieve their objectives. She explained the courses the college will offer and hoped that all students will have opportunities to join the college.
The College academic advisers and directors gave presentations about the importance of identifying their visions and objectives and become self reliant and responsible.
In an interview with the students to measure their satisfaction with the college, they jointly agreed that the orientation meeting was satisfactory for them and they praised the officials at the college for their efforts. Some ladies considered the college a bright future for them with its flexible system as it has saved them from worrying about passing the TOEFL and IELTS tests which were obstacles in joining university education. One parent said the college is the dream of every Qatari family wishing their children to study among their families and in their own country.
Date: 19 September 2010
The Community College of Qatar held an orientation meeting for 309 new students including boys and girls at the presence of the Community teaching faculty and staff. The orientation meeting will continue until the 24th of September 2010 at the Community College at Dafna. The meeting aims to brief the students about the college, the curriculum, the staff, the courses, and the opportunities provided for them through their years of study. In addition, the college has provided the required guidance and direction for the students which will ensure their continuation in the college and maintain their success.
Dr. Ibrahim Al-Naimi, the chairman of the Community College Steering Committee welcomed the students informing them that the meeting represents a remarkable and unique milestone in the history of Qatar. He congratulated the students on their enrollment into the Community College which plays a major role in the development of the nation.
Al Naimi reiterated that the college offers 2-year degree courses and three accredited diplomas in Humanities, Science, and Technical applications like communications, administration, engineering, and banking. He added that the diploma holders may join the labor market or continue further in higher education in the best universities in Qatar or abroad.
The college offers short training certificates and programs to meet specialized labor and industry requirements. This, he said, will enhance the sustained development of the country and achieve the Qatar national vision 2030. Dr. Naimi stressed on the importance of accurate attendance by the students and urged them to maintain their timetable, accept the challenge, and be reliable. He confirmed that without the support of His Highness the Emir, the college would not have been established. He also praised Qatar University and all the institutions which helped in the existence of the college.
In addition, Al Naimi mentioned the partnership between the Community College of Qatar and Houston Community College (HCC) which will provide educational opportunities in accordance with international standards. HCC curricula has been created to suit the educational requirements of Qatari students. The partnership will enhance excellent opportunities and broaden the educational options for the students who will benefit from international experiences.
He confirmed that the college will achieve a group of objectives for the students like continuing their higher education in a number of US universities, Qatar university, and the Education City Universities.
On her part, the Community College Dean, Dr. Judith Hansen also welcomed the students and praised their educational excellence and their will to continue education.
"I am proud of you and we are here to achieve the vision of His Highness the Emir and Her Highness Sheikha Mozah Bint Nasser Al-Misnad."
She also praised the support of H.E. the Minister of Education, Secretary general of the SEC which he extended for them to achieve their objectives. She explained the courses the college will offer and hoped that all students will have opportunities to join the college.
The College academic advisers and directors gave presentations about the importance of identifying their visions and objectives and become self reliant and responsible.
In an interview with the students to measure their satisfaction with the college, they jointly agreed that the orientation meeting was satisfactory for them and they praised the officials at the college for their efforts. Some ladies considered the college a bright future for them with its flexible system as it has saved them from worrying about passing the TOEFL and IELTS tests which were obstacles in joining university education. One parent said the college is the dream of every Qatari family wishing their children to study among their families and in their own country.
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Community College in admission pledge
Gulf Times
June 10, 2010
The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will accommodate all applicants willing to study at the college regardless of the initial plans to admit only 300 students in the first year.
“Our plan is to meet the educational needs of all categories of students and we are ready to offer admission to anyone who knocks at our door,” the college’s dean Judith Hansen and project director Ibrahim al-Naimi told Gulf Times in an interview yesterday. Hansen said that the institution had received thousands of applications during the open house held recently, but said that about 1,000 had signed up to take part in the placement tests and orientation programme
June 10, 2010
The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will accommodate all applicants willing to study at the college regardless of the initial plans to admit only 300 students in the first year.
“Our plan is to meet the educational needs of all categories of students and we are ready to offer admission to anyone who knocks at our door,” the college’s dean Judith Hansen and project director Ibrahim al-Naimi told Gulf Times in an interview yesterday. Hansen said that the institution had received thousands of applications during the open house held recently, but said that about 1,000 had signed up to take part in the placement tests and orientation programme
CCQ to start registering students for fall semester
The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will start registering the first 300 students into its courses for the fall semester by notifying all applicants of their status by SMS and e-mail starting from July 18.
CCQ students will be required to submit an original Qatar ID, official high school diploma/certificate and a health certificate to the Information Centre on the first floor of the Supreme Education Council building in Al Dafna to begin their registration process.
Orientation for students joining in the fall will take place beginning from September 19.
The time and location will be announced in the next several weeks, it said.
All students who complete the Compass Placement test will be notified of waiting list for enrollment in subsequent semesters.
Some working students on the waiting list will begin classes part-time in January, scheduled in the afternoons from Sunday through Wednesday.
“We are heartened by the enormous interest in the CCQ and we congratulate the students in our inaugural class and look forward to enrolling all eligible students over the next several years. All they need is to be patient,” CCQ project director Ibrahim al-Naimi said.
CCQ dean Judith Hansen said: “The CCQ offers an educational path for learners of all ages, backgrounds and interests. Our college goal is to ensure quality university transfer education and career pathways for students towards achievement of the Qatar National 2030 Vision.”
The CCQ is the first-ever community college in the region.
It fills a unique educational gap in Qatar by offering higher education to anyone who is interested. It also benefits the country by playing a critical role in helping Qatar develop a highly trained and competitive workforce.
The CCQ recently announced that student applications to take Compass Placement tests will be accepted again after the CCQ opens on September 26.
Testing times will be scheduled every week at the college for interested students.
Those planning to take the test for the first time or retake the test are advised to improve their mathematics skills by studying high school worksheets, go online for math tutoring, and improve English skills by attending English courses during summer, reading English newspapers, magazines and websites and watching more English television programmes; e-mail friends and mentors in English.
“Most importantly, they should also visit the ACT Compass website - http://act.org/compass for practice tests.”
CCQ students will be required to submit an original Qatar ID, official high school diploma/certificate and a health certificate to the Information Centre on the first floor of the Supreme Education Council building in Al Dafna to begin their registration process.
Orientation for students joining in the fall will take place beginning from September 19.
The time and location will be announced in the next several weeks, it said.
All students who complete the Compass Placement test will be notified of waiting list for enrollment in subsequent semesters.
Some working students on the waiting list will begin classes part-time in January, scheduled in the afternoons from Sunday through Wednesday.
“We are heartened by the enormous interest in the CCQ and we congratulate the students in our inaugural class and look forward to enrolling all eligible students over the next several years. All they need is to be patient,” CCQ project director Ibrahim al-Naimi said.
CCQ dean Judith Hansen said: “The CCQ offers an educational path for learners of all ages, backgrounds and interests. Our college goal is to ensure quality university transfer education and career pathways for students towards achievement of the Qatar National 2030 Vision.”
The CCQ is the first-ever community college in the region.
It fills a unique educational gap in Qatar by offering higher education to anyone who is interested. It also benefits the country by playing a critical role in helping Qatar develop a highly trained and competitive workforce.
The CCQ recently announced that student applications to take Compass Placement tests will be accepted again after the CCQ opens on September 26.
Testing times will be scheduled every week at the college for interested students.
Those planning to take the test for the first time or retake the test are advised to improve their mathematics skills by studying high school worksheets, go online for math tutoring, and improve English skills by attending English courses during summer, reading English newspapers, magazines and websites and watching more English television programmes; e-mail friends and mentors in English.
“Most importantly, they should also visit the ACT Compass website - http://act.org/compass for practice tests.”
Hansen: providing education to all تحت الأضواءCCQ to admit ‘all interested applicants’
June 10, 2010
By Noimot Olayiwola
Staff Reporter
The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will accommodate all applicants willing to study at the college regardless of the initial plans to admit only 300 students in the first year.
“Our plan is to meet the educational needs of all categories of students and we are ready to offer admission to anyone who knocks on our door,” the college’s dean Judith Hansen and project director Ibrahim al-Naimi told Gulf Times in an exclusive interview yesterday.
Hansen disclosed that the institution had received thousands of applications during the open house held recently, but said that about 1,000 have signed up to take part in the placement tests and orientation programme.
“Out of this lot, we will be selecting the best 300 students who have excelled in Math and English language in the placement exam. At the same time, we will be finding opportunities for all the students who want to come to CCQ by telling them when to enroll as our ultimate goal is to provide education for everybody approaching us and showing interest in the college,” she explained.
The dean reiterated that more students would be invited in January when the institution would begin its part-time courses and then in June, adding that many students had expressed their desire to study part-time.
To why the college has chosen to administer Act Compass, a different set of tests, she said: “We have chosen this because it is a special test particularly for students who have not used English as their first language. So Act Compass will be administering English to them as a second language.”
She explained that it was not a pass-fail test, as the college would not turn down anyone based on their test scores.
“The test is being viewed as a placement test that helps us to identify studies that suit students , because we want them to be successful and pass their courses and cope with their pursuit of degrees later on,” she maintained.
The college will begin offering two-year courses in three different degrees, namely associate degrees in Arts, Science and Applied Sciences by the academic year starting in September.
However, the college has extended the dates for signing up for its placement tests and orientation until July 7.
The placement test to be held from 8am to 12noon and from 1pm to 5pm at the Qatar University’s Foundation Programme (Men and women) building has four areas: Mathematics, English as Second Language (ESL), Listening, Reading and Essay.
Asked about the most sought after degree, she maintained that equal number of students have shown interests in all the three courses.
“We have not yet added up all of their interests though, but based on our interactions with some of the applicants, there are equal number of students enrolling in the associate degrees which will have combined core courses in English, Math, Communication, Social Sciences and the Humanities,” she mentioned.
“The big surprise to us however, was that there are many working students who wanted to take courses in applied sciences in order to improve their businesses and promote technologies. It was a surprise to us because we think that would make a difference in their businesses and help improve Qatar’s economy.”
Hansen added the college would contribute to Qatar’s economy and help achieve the Qatar National Vision 2030 by producing students who see learning as a way to improve themselves and their country.
“Any CCQ student who is successful in their associate degrees will be eligible for transfer to any university’s third year class provided their core courses tally with the university’s requirements,” she said mentioning that the college would soon hold meetings with senior officials at Qatar University and the Education City to discuss how CCQ students could be transferred to courses offered by these institutions.
By Noimot Olayiwola
Staff Reporter
The Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will accommodate all applicants willing to study at the college regardless of the initial plans to admit only 300 students in the first year.
“Our plan is to meet the educational needs of all categories of students and we are ready to offer admission to anyone who knocks on our door,” the college’s dean Judith Hansen and project director Ibrahim al-Naimi told Gulf Times in an exclusive interview yesterday.
Hansen disclosed that the institution had received thousands of applications during the open house held recently, but said that about 1,000 have signed up to take part in the placement tests and orientation programme.
“Out of this lot, we will be selecting the best 300 students who have excelled in Math and English language in the placement exam. At the same time, we will be finding opportunities for all the students who want to come to CCQ by telling them when to enroll as our ultimate goal is to provide education for everybody approaching us and showing interest in the college,” she explained.
The dean reiterated that more students would be invited in January when the institution would begin its part-time courses and then in June, adding that many students had expressed their desire to study part-time.
To why the college has chosen to administer Act Compass, a different set of tests, she said: “We have chosen this because it is a special test particularly for students who have not used English as their first language. So Act Compass will be administering English to them as a second language.”
She explained that it was not a pass-fail test, as the college would not turn down anyone based on their test scores.
“The test is being viewed as a placement test that helps us to identify studies that suit students , because we want them to be successful and pass their courses and cope with their pursuit of degrees later on,” she maintained.
The college will begin offering two-year courses in three different degrees, namely associate degrees in Arts, Science and Applied Sciences by the academic year starting in September.
However, the college has extended the dates for signing up for its placement tests and orientation until July 7.
The placement test to be held from 8am to 12noon and from 1pm to 5pm at the Qatar University’s Foundation Programme (Men and women) building has four areas: Mathematics, English as Second Language (ESL), Listening, Reading and Essay.
Asked about the most sought after degree, she maintained that equal number of students have shown interests in all the three courses.
“We have not yet added up all of their interests though, but based on our interactions with some of the applicants, there are equal number of students enrolling in the associate degrees which will have combined core courses in English, Math, Communication, Social Sciences and the Humanities,” she mentioned.
“The big surprise to us however, was that there are many working students who wanted to take courses in applied sciences in order to improve their businesses and promote technologies. It was a surprise to us because we think that would make a difference in their businesses and help improve Qatar’s economy.”
Hansen added the college would contribute to Qatar’s economy and help achieve the Qatar National Vision 2030 by producing students who see learning as a way to improve themselves and their country.
“Any CCQ student who is successful in their associate degrees will be eligible for transfer to any university’s third year class provided their core courses tally with the university’s requirements,” she said mentioning that the college would soon hold meetings with senior officials at Qatar University and the Education City to discuss how CCQ students could be transferred to courses offered by these institutions.
Education Minister announces the launch of the Community College of Qatar
Date: 10 May 2010
The Supreme Education Council (SEC) today held a media briefing at the SEC building in Dafna to announce the launch of the Community College of Qatar. When the new college opens its doors in September 2010, 300 students will take advantage of a new educational opportunity. Students will be able to earn a certificate or a two-year Associates degree in a select number of fields critical to Qatar’s economic growth. The first of its kind in Qatar and the region, the CCQ allows students to pursue a course of study that will prepare them to either enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor’s degree.
“The launch of the Qatar Community College comes within the framework of sound scientific planning to meet the country’s educational needs as it is aligned with one of Education for a New Era’s goals of an integrated, student centered education system aimed at catering to the needs of individual students from kindergarten to university,” said HE Saad bin Ibrahim Al Mahmoud, Minister of Education and Higher Education and Secretary General of the Supreme Education Council (SEC). “The inauguration of the college also embodies H.H the Emir’s vision of creating a knowledge-based economy by investing in Qatar’s human resources through enrolling in the college thus enables the country to compete effectively in a rapidly changing world.”
HE Al Mahmoud continued to say, “I appreciate the role played by the CCQ steering committee members who turned a vision into a reality. I thank everyone who contributed in the establishment of this college that will play a leading role in advancing sustainable development in the country.” Beginning in June, students will be able to begin registration for testing and orientation on a first come, first serve basis. With an initial enrollment of 300 students, the CCQ plans to grow to 1,000 students in three years to meet the demand for students needing college degrees and workers needing certificates.
Pursuit of a national community college is an outgrowth of Qatar’s economic expansion and educational investments in its citizens. It fills a unique role in Qatar – it offers higher education to anyone who is interested and offers an educational path for learners of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
Some students will attend CCQ straight from high school while others students will be working adults who take classes to advance in a career or to change fields. Still other high school students may take courses known as dual enrollment classes, to earn high school and college credit at the same time. Other students who did not go to university straight from high school and now wish for a chance to qualify can begin at CCQ. For Qataris, enrollment in CCQ will be free.
The CCQ offers specialized courses, and training programs to meet the needs of a particular sector of the labor market and industry. Many students can study technical or trade programs to gain specialized skills before or after entering the workforce.
The CCQ Steering Committee chaired by Dr. Ibrahim Saleh Al Naimi spearheaded the efforts to translate the vision of a community college into reality. Dr. Al- Naimi appreciated the unlimited support offered by the chair, vice chair and members of the board of the SEC, the executive committee members, HE Al Mahmoud and the steering committee.
“The steering committee members worked hard to achieve the reality of a community college in Qatar,” said Dr. Al- Naimi. “The college will provide a recognized certificate; expand academic options; groom students to enter the labor market or continue their study to obtain a bachelor degree. It also provides short intensive and specialized training courses to meet labor market needs. The college has a supportive learning environment, provides interactive learning, has a flexible admission policy and is free for Qataris.
Initially, the CCQ will offer two-year university transfer and technical Associate degree programs. These programs are not available at any other institution in Qatar. After the first year, the school will begin offering Associate Degrees in fields such as construction engineering, surveying, technology, finance and communications/media. For students seeking a Bachelor’s degree, credits can be transferred to a four-year university, such as Qatar University and Education City universities. “The CCQ will provide world class opportunities for Qatari students, parents and families with a dream to attend college,” said Dr. Judith M. L. Hansen, the newly appointed dean of the CCQ. “The CCQ responds to the educational need of our rapidly growing economy with the community college model of access to learning for all. I am excited to be working with the SEC, HE Al Mahmoud, Dr. Naimi, the CCQ steering committee and educational professionals towards the opening of the college in September.”
Dr. Hansen brings a career of community college leadership and recognition to the CCQ. A graduate of Iowa State University, she received her Bachelor Degree in Sociology, Master’s Degree in Counseling and Ph.D. in Higher Education. She was previously president at Southwestern Oregon, Independence and Olney Central Community Colleges; executive director at Shoreline Community College, executive vice president at Waubonsee Community College and dean at Crowder College. Dr. Hansen was recognized for Shirley B. Gordon Phi Theta Kappa Presidential Leadership, U.S. Department of Education Exemplary Community College for Career Pathways and by Kansas Governor and now U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kathleen Sebelius for service to Kansas Higher education.
The Supreme Education Council (SEC) today held a media briefing at the SEC building in Dafna to announce the launch of the Community College of Qatar. When the new college opens its doors in September 2010, 300 students will take advantage of a new educational opportunity. Students will be able to earn a certificate or a two-year Associates degree in a select number of fields critical to Qatar’s economic growth. The first of its kind in Qatar and the region, the CCQ allows students to pursue a course of study that will prepare them to either enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor’s degree.
“The launch of the Qatar Community College comes within the framework of sound scientific planning to meet the country’s educational needs as it is aligned with one of Education for a New Era’s goals of an integrated, student centered education system aimed at catering to the needs of individual students from kindergarten to university,” said HE Saad bin Ibrahim Al Mahmoud, Minister of Education and Higher Education and Secretary General of the Supreme Education Council (SEC). “The inauguration of the college also embodies H.H the Emir’s vision of creating a knowledge-based economy by investing in Qatar’s human resources through enrolling in the college thus enables the country to compete effectively in a rapidly changing world.”
HE Al Mahmoud continued to say, “I appreciate the role played by the CCQ steering committee members who turned a vision into a reality. I thank everyone who contributed in the establishment of this college that will play a leading role in advancing sustainable development in the country.” Beginning in June, students will be able to begin registration for testing and orientation on a first come, first serve basis. With an initial enrollment of 300 students, the CCQ plans to grow to 1,000 students in three years to meet the demand for students needing college degrees and workers needing certificates.
Pursuit of a national community college is an outgrowth of Qatar’s economic expansion and educational investments in its citizens. It fills a unique role in Qatar – it offers higher education to anyone who is interested and offers an educational path for learners of all ages, backgrounds, and interests.
Some students will attend CCQ straight from high school while others students will be working adults who take classes to advance in a career or to change fields. Still other high school students may take courses known as dual enrollment classes, to earn high school and college credit at the same time. Other students who did not go to university straight from high school and now wish for a chance to qualify can begin at CCQ. For Qataris, enrollment in CCQ will be free.
The CCQ offers specialized courses, and training programs to meet the needs of a particular sector of the labor market and industry. Many students can study technical or trade programs to gain specialized skills before or after entering the workforce.
The CCQ Steering Committee chaired by Dr. Ibrahim Saleh Al Naimi spearheaded the efforts to translate the vision of a community college into reality. Dr. Al- Naimi appreciated the unlimited support offered by the chair, vice chair and members of the board of the SEC, the executive committee members, HE Al Mahmoud and the steering committee.
“The steering committee members worked hard to achieve the reality of a community college in Qatar,” said Dr. Al- Naimi. “The college will provide a recognized certificate; expand academic options; groom students to enter the labor market or continue their study to obtain a bachelor degree. It also provides short intensive and specialized training courses to meet labor market needs. The college has a supportive learning environment, provides interactive learning, has a flexible admission policy and is free for Qataris.
Initially, the CCQ will offer two-year university transfer and technical Associate degree programs. These programs are not available at any other institution in Qatar. After the first year, the school will begin offering Associate Degrees in fields such as construction engineering, surveying, technology, finance and communications/media. For students seeking a Bachelor’s degree, credits can be transferred to a four-year university, such as Qatar University and Education City universities. “The CCQ will provide world class opportunities for Qatari students, parents and families with a dream to attend college,” said Dr. Judith M. L. Hansen, the newly appointed dean of the CCQ. “The CCQ responds to the educational need of our rapidly growing economy with the community college model of access to learning for all. I am excited to be working with the SEC, HE Al Mahmoud, Dr. Naimi, the CCQ steering committee and educational professionals towards the opening of the college in September.”
Dr. Hansen brings a career of community college leadership and recognition to the CCQ. A graduate of Iowa State University, she received her Bachelor Degree in Sociology, Master’s Degree in Counseling and Ph.D. in Higher Education. She was previously president at Southwestern Oregon, Independence and Olney Central Community Colleges; executive director at Shoreline Community College, executive vice president at Waubonsee Community College and dean at Crowder College. Dr. Hansen was recognized for Shirley B. Gordon Phi Theta Kappa Presidential Leadership, U.S. Department of Education Exemplary Community College for Career Pathways and by Kansas Governor and now U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services, Kathleen Sebelius for service to Kansas Higher education.
Counselors Hear About CCQ
HEI/CCQ organize awareness workshop for counselors
Supreme Educaiton Council
Date: 28 May 2010
The Higher Education Institute recently hosted an awareness workshop for secondary school counselors that was organized simultaneously with the SEC's announcement of the opening of the Community College of Qatar in the academic year 2010-2011, to update them on the recent developments that the project has been witnessing. More than seventy counselors from independent and private schools, Qatar University attended the event in addition to the Acting Director of HEI and other staff.
Dr. Ibrahim Al-Naimi, Chairperson of CCQ steering committee gave a presentation that highlighted the vision, mission, and fields of study, degrees and future prospects of the college. During his presentation, Dr. Al-Naimi clarified that the CCQ aims to provide higher education and diverse opportunities for lifelong learning and will respond effectively to the education and training needs of the Qatari community meeting the evolving needs of the nation as it strives to realize the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Dr. Judith Hansen, dean of the CCQ explained the concept of the “two-year” community college and its provisions for students. She said the college would provide a smooth transition for students from the secondary to the university level assuring at the same time that the CCQ will also examine and may adopt key innovations that will suit the educational ethos of Qatar.
It has been decided that the CCQ will begin accepting applications from interested students at HEI Open House on June 14-15, 2010 that will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel.
A lot of questions were raised at the end of the workshop that reflected the interest of the larger community in the CCQ. Thanking every one for his/her participation in the workshop, Mr. Ahmad al-Janahi, Acting Director of the HEI at the end emphasized that HEI will continue its support and cooperation with the CCQ.
It is worth mentioning in this respect that the HEI held two similar workshops about CCQ last year.
Supreme Educaiton Council
Date: 28 May 2010
The Higher Education Institute recently hosted an awareness workshop for secondary school counselors that was organized simultaneously with the SEC's announcement of the opening of the Community College of Qatar in the academic year 2010-2011, to update them on the recent developments that the project has been witnessing. More than seventy counselors from independent and private schools, Qatar University attended the event in addition to the Acting Director of HEI and other staff.
Dr. Ibrahim Al-Naimi, Chairperson of CCQ steering committee gave a presentation that highlighted the vision, mission, and fields of study, degrees and future prospects of the college. During his presentation, Dr. Al-Naimi clarified that the CCQ aims to provide higher education and diverse opportunities for lifelong learning and will respond effectively to the education and training needs of the Qatari community meeting the evolving needs of the nation as it strives to realize the goals of Qatar National Vision 2030.
Dr. Judith Hansen, dean of the CCQ explained the concept of the “two-year” community college and its provisions for students. She said the college would provide a smooth transition for students from the secondary to the university level assuring at the same time that the CCQ will also examine and may adopt key innovations that will suit the educational ethos of Qatar.
It has been decided that the CCQ will begin accepting applications from interested students at HEI Open House on June 14-15, 2010 that will be held at the Four Seasons Hotel.
A lot of questions were raised at the end of the workshop that reflected the interest of the larger community in the CCQ. Thanking every one for his/her participation in the workshop, Mr. Ahmad al-Janahi, Acting Director of the HEI at the end emphasized that HEI will continue its support and cooperation with the CCQ.
It is worth mentioning in this respect that the HEI held two similar workshops about CCQ last year.
* Hansen to lead SCC Office of Advancement: Tuesday, January 05, 2010
On Campus
With state support for higher education facing a continuing threat, President Lee Lambert says Shoreline Community College must take more control of its financial future.
“We have to reduce our reliance on state dollars. Tuition hikes just shift the burden to students who are already seeking financial aid in record numbers,” Lambert said. “However, we can help ourselves with a more vigorous and planned pursuit of grants, contracts and private giving.”
To that end, Lambert said he has appointed Judith Hansen as Interim Executive Director – College Advancement to head the Office of Advancement. Lambert made the announcement at the Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, College Council meeting.
“Judith came to us this past fall quarter as part-time grants administrator and her work is already starting to pay off,” Lambert said, adding that the college had gone with out a grants administrator for a number of years. “With her background and experience, Judith is a good fit for the Office of Advancement.”
Lambert said that Hansen will continue with her work on grants, take a leadership position with the foundation and oversee efforts in PIO. The move will put the Office of Advancement in a stronger position to pursue a variety of revenue opportunities, Lambert said.
Hansen said she’s looking forward to the opportunity at Shoreline.
“It quickly became apparent that Shoreline has a culture of truly valuing students,” Hansen said. “That culture, combined with the vision that this institution is working toward, make Shoreline a very exciting place to be.”
One of Hansen’s first chores will be to outline a three-year plan for Advancement at the Jan. 27, Board of Trustees meeting. Also at that meeting, Lambert said he’d ask the trustees to consider funding Hansen’s position from the board’s fund. “This would be a strong investment in the college,” Lambert told the Council members.
Hansen comes with plenty of community college experience, most recently serving as president at Southwestern Oregon Community College, in Coos Bay. Ore., for three years. While her time in Oregon ended in resignation, college board members there praised Hansen for her work in carrying the college’s message into the community and building new programs. “Judith’s strengths at Southwestern are exactly what we need here at Shoreline,” Lambert said.
Before Southwestern, Hansen was president at Independence Community College, Independence, Kan., for eight years and also served as president at Olney Central Community College, Olney, Ill. Hansen began her community college career teaching ABE, GED and ESL classes. She has also taught and counseled at Iowa Western Community College, Iowa State University, University of Arkansas, Crowder College, Pittsburg State University and Independence Community College.
Hansen served as executive vice president at Waubonsee Community College and Dean at Crowder College. She served on the National and Oregon Campus Compact, American Student Advocacy Council Board, American Association of Community Colleges Board of Director and Executive Board.
Committed to community involvement, Hansen served on the Coos Art Museum and South Coast Development Council while in Oregon. Since moving here, she has joined the Kirkland Rotary. She enjoys outdoor sports, gardening and spending time with her children Erik, Andy and Sarah and their families.
The Office of Advancement was created in April, 2008, by combining the Public Information Office and the Shoreline Community College Foundation. Since its inception, however, the office has not had a person in the leadership position. The office has been operated cooperatively between Jim Hills, interim special assistant to the president for communications, marketing and government relations, and Ritva Manchester, interim director of the foundation and director of community and alumni relations. Both Hills and Manchester will continue with the Office of Advancement.
With state support for higher education facing a continuing threat, President Lee Lambert says Shoreline Community College must take more control of its financial future.
“We have to reduce our reliance on state dollars. Tuition hikes just shift the burden to students who are already seeking financial aid in record numbers,” Lambert said. “However, we can help ourselves with a more vigorous and planned pursuit of grants, contracts and private giving.”
To that end, Lambert said he has appointed Judith Hansen as Interim Executive Director – College Advancement to head the Office of Advancement. Lambert made the announcement at the Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2010, College Council meeting.
“Judith came to us this past fall quarter as part-time grants administrator and her work is already starting to pay off,” Lambert said, adding that the college had gone with out a grants administrator for a number of years. “With her background and experience, Judith is a good fit for the Office of Advancement.”
Lambert said that Hansen will continue with her work on grants, take a leadership position with the foundation and oversee efforts in PIO. The move will put the Office of Advancement in a stronger position to pursue a variety of revenue opportunities, Lambert said.
Hansen said she’s looking forward to the opportunity at Shoreline.
“It quickly became apparent that Shoreline has a culture of truly valuing students,” Hansen said. “That culture, combined with the vision that this institution is working toward, make Shoreline a very exciting place to be.”
One of Hansen’s first chores will be to outline a three-year plan for Advancement at the Jan. 27, Board of Trustees meeting. Also at that meeting, Lambert said he’d ask the trustees to consider funding Hansen’s position from the board’s fund. “This would be a strong investment in the college,” Lambert told the Council members.
Hansen comes with plenty of community college experience, most recently serving as president at Southwestern Oregon Community College, in Coos Bay. Ore., for three years. While her time in Oregon ended in resignation, college board members there praised Hansen for her work in carrying the college’s message into the community and building new programs. “Judith’s strengths at Southwestern are exactly what we need here at Shoreline,” Lambert said.
Before Southwestern, Hansen was president at Independence Community College, Independence, Kan., for eight years and also served as president at Olney Central Community College, Olney, Ill. Hansen began her community college career teaching ABE, GED and ESL classes. She has also taught and counseled at Iowa Western Community College, Iowa State University, University of Arkansas, Crowder College, Pittsburg State University and Independence Community College.
Hansen served as executive vice president at Waubonsee Community College and Dean at Crowder College. She served on the National and Oregon Campus Compact, American Student Advocacy Council Board, American Association of Community Colleges Board of Director and Executive Board.
Committed to community involvement, Hansen served on the Coos Art Museum and South Coast Development Council while in Oregon. Since moving here, she has joined the Kirkland Rotary. She enjoys outdoor sports, gardening and spending time with her children Erik, Andy and Sarah and their families.
The Office of Advancement was created in April, 2008, by combining the Public Information Office and the Shoreline Community College Foundation. Since its inception, however, the office has not had a person in the leadership position. The office has been operated cooperatively between Jim Hills, interim special assistant to the president for communications, marketing and government relations, and Ritva Manchester, interim director of the foundation and director of community and alumni relations. Both Hills and Manchester will continue with the Office of Advancement.
First CCQ Inservice Convocation Welcome
FIRST CCQ CONVOCATION WELCOME
Judith M. L. Hansen, Ph.D.
September 2, 2010
Asalaam Alekum! Good Morning! Marjaba! Welcome!
Wow! What a day! We are making history each day at the Community College of Qatar:
This day marks the first day of setting CCQ traditions, traditions that will succeed our service and time in Qatar and extend to all future CCQ faculty and staff members. Our work and roles this first year of CCQ will include both commitment to quality higher education and the joy of setting the template, the tone, the personality and the passion for a national institution: joy, surprise, anchored professionalism, commitment to purpose, energy and embrace of our students and community.
Our collective passion for the community college mission of access to higher education for successful futures has been chosen by Qatar to transform national workforce potential for global economic leadership. And since Qatar holds the single largest natural gas field in the world, the second largest natural gas resources in the world, and the largest per capita income in the world, the access to educational opportunity is the only limiting factor for Qatar Global Economic Leadership. I have now enjoyed five months of working with the most intelligent, visionary and committed professionals in one place that I have worked with in my lifetime: Qatar leadership. They are counting on us to link their knowledge, commitment and vision to all Qataris through CCQ.
With experience, I have come to rely on understanding that our life paths, while maybe seemingly serendipitous at times, put us at the right place at the right time. Our paths today have brought each of us together at this right place and right time to set a direction for our Qatari students and community.
We have come to a deeply spiritual, Islamic country at a very spiritual time, Ramadan. I have found, and I believe you will to, that the energy and contemplative spirit of Ramadan touches our college. Our students are in many ways like students we have known in the US: hungry for opportunity: a hunger equal to the end of each day during Ramadan for Breaking Fast: Iftar. So the beginning of CCQ comes at the end of Ramadan, just as Eid al Fitr celebration begins, a metaphor for an educational beginning and recommitment that CCQ can bring to our students, the same way Qatar is celebrating spiritual recommitment.
You will hear this morning about the beginnings of the Community College of Qatar journey from each of us. My beginning, as many of you have heard, came at a time when I was seeking new meaning for a career in community college leadership. The opportunity provided to me by the vision of His Highness, direction of Her Highness, Sheikha Mozah, leadership of The Supreme Education Council, commitment of Minister of Education HE Saad Al Mahmoud and guidance of Dr. Ibrahim Al Naimi and the Community College Steering Committee has been the most rewarding in my lifetime. We are indeed at the right place at the right time, together, to build the new Community College of Qatar
Judith M. L. Hansen, Ph.D.
September 2, 2010
Asalaam Alekum! Good Morning! Marjaba! Welcome!
Wow! What a day! We are making history each day at the Community College of Qatar:
This day marks the first day of setting CCQ traditions, traditions that will succeed our service and time in Qatar and extend to all future CCQ faculty and staff members. Our work and roles this first year of CCQ will include both commitment to quality higher education and the joy of setting the template, the tone, the personality and the passion for a national institution: joy, surprise, anchored professionalism, commitment to purpose, energy and embrace of our students and community.
Our collective passion for the community college mission of access to higher education for successful futures has been chosen by Qatar to transform national workforce potential for global economic leadership. And since Qatar holds the single largest natural gas field in the world, the second largest natural gas resources in the world, and the largest per capita income in the world, the access to educational opportunity is the only limiting factor for Qatar Global Economic Leadership. I have now enjoyed five months of working with the most intelligent, visionary and committed professionals in one place that I have worked with in my lifetime: Qatar leadership. They are counting on us to link their knowledge, commitment and vision to all Qataris through CCQ.
With experience, I have come to rely on understanding that our life paths, while maybe seemingly serendipitous at times, put us at the right place at the right time. Our paths today have brought each of us together at this right place and right time to set a direction for our Qatari students and community.
We have come to a deeply spiritual, Islamic country at a very spiritual time, Ramadan. I have found, and I believe you will to, that the energy and contemplative spirit of Ramadan touches our college. Our students are in many ways like students we have known in the US: hungry for opportunity: a hunger equal to the end of each day during Ramadan for Breaking Fast: Iftar. So the beginning of CCQ comes at the end of Ramadan, just as Eid al Fitr celebration begins, a metaphor for an educational beginning and recommitment that CCQ can bring to our students, the same way Qatar is celebrating spiritual recommitment.
You will hear this morning about the beginnings of the Community College of Qatar journey from each of us. My beginning, as many of you have heard, came at a time when I was seeking new meaning for a career in community college leadership. The opportunity provided to me by the vision of His Highness, direction of Her Highness, Sheikha Mozah, leadership of The Supreme Education Council, commitment of Minister of Education HE Saad Al Mahmoud and guidance of Dr. Ibrahim Al Naimi and the Community College Steering Committee has been the most rewarding in my lifetime. We are indeed at the right place at the right time, together, to build the new Community College of Qatar
CCQ Press Remarks
THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR
REMARKS TO PRESS
10 MAY 2010
JUDITH M. L. HANSEN, PH.D.
DEAN
GOOD MORNING AND THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPRESS MY APPRECIATION TO HER HIGHNESS SHEIKHA MOZAH BINT NASSER AL MISSNED WHO DREAMED OF A COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR; HIS EXCELLENCY SAAD BIN IBRAHIM AL-MAHMOUD MINISTER OF EDUCATION AND HIGHER EDUCATION , SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE SUPREME EDUCATION COUNCIL (SEC) WHO HAS LEAD THE SEC DREAM OF A COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR, TO PROJECT DIRECTOR DR. IBRAHIM S. AL-NAIMI WHO MADE THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR DREAM A REALITY ALONG WITH THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VISION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR STRENGTH OF MISSION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DRIVE TOWARD THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR GOAL. THANK YOU FOR THE GIFT YOU PROVIDED ME TO WORK WITH YOU ALL TOWARD A WORLD’S FIRST NATION-WIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR THE PEOPLE OF QATAR, THE CCQ. AS A PROFESSIONAL WHO HAS TAUGHT AT COMMUNITY COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES AND PROVIDED LEADERSHIP FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGES FOR OVER THIRTY YEARS, I CONGRATULATE YOU ON BRINGING A DREAM TO REALITY IN QATAR.
OUR CCQ WILL USE THE MISSION OF THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO MEET QATAR EDUCATIONAL NEEDS: THE NEED FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT TESTED WELL ENOUGH FOR UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE, BUT CAN STUDY FOUNDATION COURSEWORK IN ENGLISH OR MATH ALONG WITH COLLEGE COURSES FOR UNIVERSITY ENROLLMENT AFTER TWO YEARS. THE NEED FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE DROPPED OUT OF UNIVERSITY BUT WOULD LIKE ANOTHER CHANCE BY TAKING COLLEGE COURSEWORK FOR TWO YEARS AND THEN ENROLLING AT THE UNIVERSITY. THE NEED FOR STUDENTS TO ENROLL IN COLLEGE TECHNICAL DEGREE PROGRAMS FOR A BETTER JOB WITHOUT GOING TO UNIVERSITY. THE NEED FOR WORKING STUDENTS TO ADVANCE IN THEIR PROFESSION BY GOING TO COLLEGE. THE NEED FOR COLLEGE GRADUATES AND PROFESSIONALS TO ENROLL IN COURSES FOR NEW KNOWLEDGE IN THEIR JOB. OUR CCQ IS DESIGNED TO MEET THE WORKFORCE QATARIZATION CHALLENGES STILL FACING OUR STATE BY PROVIDING ALTERNATIVE UNIVERSITY PREPARATION, TECHNICAL SKILL DEGREES AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION FOR OUR PROFESSIONALS AND CITIZENS.
OUR COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR WILL PROVIDE ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE AND ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREES FOR ARTICULATION TO UNIVERSITY; ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREES FOR GRADUATES TO GO TO WORK; AND CERTIFICATES AND SPECIALIZED COURSES FOR SHORT-TERM INFORMATION AND PROFESSIONAL UPDATE.
HOW CAN THE CCQ PROVIDE DEGREES AND PROGRAMS SO QUICKLY FOLLOWING THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF OUR DREAM ONLY A FEW YEARS AGO? WE HAVE CONTRACTED WITH HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (HCC) IN AMERICA FOR EDUCATIONAL, OPERATIONAL AND ACCREDITATION SERVICES DURING THE FIRST FIVE YEARS OF CCQ. THE ACCREDITATION THAT WE WILL BE SEEKING WITH PARTNER COLLEGE HCC IS THE SAME ACCREDITATION ALSO BEING SOUGHT BY QATAR UNIVERSITY, THE SOUTHERN ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS (SACS), AND CURRENTLY HELD BY HCC. WITH THE ACCREDITED ASSOCIATE IN ARTS AND ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCES DEGREES FROM HCC, CCQ INTENDS FOR GRADUATES TO ARTICULATE THE DEGREES, OR TRANSFER TO ANY UNIVERSITY AS A THIRD YEAR STUDENT, WITHOUT TAKING ADDITIONAL COURSES. DR. IBRAHIM AND I HAVE BEEN VISITING WITH OUR UNIVERSITY COLLEAGUES ABOUT CCQ ARTICULATION WITH QATAR UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITIES IN EDUCATION CITY. TEXAS A & M HAS EXPRESSED THAT THEY ALREADY ARTICULATE THEIR COURSES WITH HCC AND WILL WELCOME THOSE GRADUATES WHO COMPLETE THE ARTICULATED CCQ PROGRAMS OF STUDY.
THIS FIRST YEAR CCQ PLANS TO FOCUS ON THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS AND ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCES DEGREES FOR TRANSFER TO UNIVERSITY UPON GRADUATION AND THE ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCES DEGREE TECHNICAL PROGRAMS IN BUSINESS AND FINANCE AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES.
CCQ STUDENTS WILL TAKE THE ACCUPLACER TEST THAT WILL PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PLACEMENT IN CLASSES THAT MATCH THEIR ABILITY. DIFFERENT THAN UNIVERSITIES, CCQ STUDENTS WILL TAKE BOTH FOUNDATION COURSES AND UNIVERSITY-LEVEL COURSES AT THE SAME TIME, IF THEIR ACADEMIC TESTS RECOMMEND THEIR ABILITY TO DO SO.
THE CCQ WILL OPEN IN SEPTEMBER 2010 IN OUR BEAUTIFUL, NEWLY REMODELED COLLEGE BUILDING ON C-RING ROAD ACROSS THE ROAD FROM AMERICAN HOSPITAL AND NEXT DOOR TO THE MOSQUE. IN TWO WEEKS WE WILL BE SPEAKING WITH COUNSELORS ABOUT HOW TO ENROLL STUDENTS AT THE CCQ AND IN JUNE WE WILL ATTEND THE SEC STUDENT DEVELOPMENT OPEN HOUSE TO PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION TO STUDENTS.
CCQ WILL BE THE NEW FACE OF EDUCATED QATAR: WE WILL BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM STUDENTS AND ALSO FROM QATARI CITIZENS WHO WISH WORK AT CCQ. MY POSITION AS DEAN OF THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR WORKING WITH THE SUPREME EDUCATION COUNCIL PROVIDES LEADERSHIP TO START OUR NEW COLLEGE THAT WILL SOON PROUDLY EMPLOY ONLY QATARI CITIZENS PROVIDING COLLEGE EDUCATION FOR THE QATAR OF TOMORROW
REMARKS TO PRESS
10 MAY 2010
JUDITH M. L. HANSEN, PH.D.
DEAN
GOOD MORNING AND THANK YOU FOR THE OPPORTUNITY TO EXPRESS MY APPRECIATION TO HER HIGHNESS SHEIKHA MOZAH BINT NASSER AL MISSNED WHO DREAMED OF A COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR; HIS EXCELLENCY SAAD BIN IBRAHIM AL-MAHMOUD MINISTER OF EDUCATION AND HIGHER EDUCATION , SECRETARY GENERAL OF THE SUPREME EDUCATION COUNCIL (SEC) WHO HAS LEAD THE SEC DREAM OF A COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR, TO PROJECT DIRECTOR DR. IBRAHIM S. AL-NAIMI WHO MADE THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR DREAM A REALITY ALONG WITH THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE STEERING COMMITTEE MEMBERS.
THANK YOU FOR YOUR VISION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR STRENGTH OF MISSION. THANK YOU FOR YOUR DRIVE TOWARD THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR GOAL. THANK YOU FOR THE GIFT YOU PROVIDED ME TO WORK WITH YOU ALL TOWARD A WORLD’S FIRST NATION-WIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE FOR THE PEOPLE OF QATAR, THE CCQ. AS A PROFESSIONAL WHO HAS TAUGHT AT COMMUNITY COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES AND PROVIDED LEADERSHIP FOR COMMUNITY COLLEGES FOR OVER THIRTY YEARS, I CONGRATULATE YOU ON BRINGING A DREAM TO REALITY IN QATAR.
OUR CCQ WILL USE THE MISSION OF THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE TO MEET QATAR EDUCATIONAL NEEDS: THE NEED FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE NOT TESTED WELL ENOUGH FOR UNIVERSITY ENTRANCE, BUT CAN STUDY FOUNDATION COURSEWORK IN ENGLISH OR MATH ALONG WITH COLLEGE COURSES FOR UNIVERSITY ENROLLMENT AFTER TWO YEARS. THE NEED FOR STUDENTS WHO HAVE DROPPED OUT OF UNIVERSITY BUT WOULD LIKE ANOTHER CHANCE BY TAKING COLLEGE COURSEWORK FOR TWO YEARS AND THEN ENROLLING AT THE UNIVERSITY. THE NEED FOR STUDENTS TO ENROLL IN COLLEGE TECHNICAL DEGREE PROGRAMS FOR A BETTER JOB WITHOUT GOING TO UNIVERSITY. THE NEED FOR WORKING STUDENTS TO ADVANCE IN THEIR PROFESSION BY GOING TO COLLEGE. THE NEED FOR COLLEGE GRADUATES AND PROFESSIONALS TO ENROLL IN COURSES FOR NEW KNOWLEDGE IN THEIR JOB. OUR CCQ IS DESIGNED TO MEET THE WORKFORCE QATARIZATION CHALLENGES STILL FACING OUR STATE BY PROVIDING ALTERNATIVE UNIVERSITY PREPARATION, TECHNICAL SKILL DEGREES AND COMMUNITY EDUCATION FOR OUR PROFESSIONALS AND CITIZENS.
OUR COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR WILL PROVIDE ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE AND ASSOCIATE IN ARTS DEGREES FOR ARTICULATION TO UNIVERSITY; ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREES FOR GRADUATES TO GO TO WORK; AND CERTIFICATES AND SPECIALIZED COURSES FOR SHORT-TERM INFORMATION AND PROFESSIONAL UPDATE.
HOW CAN THE CCQ PROVIDE DEGREES AND PROGRAMS SO QUICKLY FOLLOWING THE ANNOUNCEMENT OF OUR DREAM ONLY A FEW YEARS AGO? WE HAVE CONTRACTED WITH HOUSTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE (HCC) IN AMERICA FOR EDUCATIONAL, OPERATIONAL AND ACCREDITATION SERVICES DURING THE FIRST FIVE YEARS OF CCQ. THE ACCREDITATION THAT WE WILL BE SEEKING WITH PARTNER COLLEGE HCC IS THE SAME ACCREDITATION ALSO BEING SOUGHT BY QATAR UNIVERSITY, THE SOUTHERN ASSOCIATION OF COLLEGES AND SCHOOLS (SACS), AND CURRENTLY HELD BY HCC. WITH THE ACCREDITED ASSOCIATE IN ARTS AND ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCES DEGREES FROM HCC, CCQ INTENDS FOR GRADUATES TO ARTICULATE THE DEGREES, OR TRANSFER TO ANY UNIVERSITY AS A THIRD YEAR STUDENT, WITHOUT TAKING ADDITIONAL COURSES. DR. IBRAHIM AND I HAVE BEEN VISITING WITH OUR UNIVERSITY COLLEAGUES ABOUT CCQ ARTICULATION WITH QATAR UNIVERSITY AND UNIVERSITIES IN EDUCATION CITY. TEXAS A & M HAS EXPRESSED THAT THEY ALREADY ARTICULATE THEIR COURSES WITH HCC AND WILL WELCOME THOSE GRADUATES WHO COMPLETE THE ARTICULATED CCQ PROGRAMS OF STUDY.
THIS FIRST YEAR CCQ PLANS TO FOCUS ON THE ASSOCIATE IN ARTS AND ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCES DEGREES FOR TRANSFER TO UNIVERSITY UPON GRADUATION AND THE ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCES DEGREE TECHNICAL PROGRAMS IN BUSINESS AND FINANCE AND COMPUTER TECHNOLOGIES.
CCQ STUDENTS WILL TAKE THE ACCUPLACER TEST THAT WILL PROVIDE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR PLACEMENT IN CLASSES THAT MATCH THEIR ABILITY. DIFFERENT THAN UNIVERSITIES, CCQ STUDENTS WILL TAKE BOTH FOUNDATION COURSES AND UNIVERSITY-LEVEL COURSES AT THE SAME TIME, IF THEIR ACADEMIC TESTS RECOMMEND THEIR ABILITY TO DO SO.
THE CCQ WILL OPEN IN SEPTEMBER 2010 IN OUR BEAUTIFUL, NEWLY REMODELED COLLEGE BUILDING ON C-RING ROAD ACROSS THE ROAD FROM AMERICAN HOSPITAL AND NEXT DOOR TO THE MOSQUE. IN TWO WEEKS WE WILL BE SPEAKING WITH COUNSELORS ABOUT HOW TO ENROLL STUDENTS AT THE CCQ AND IN JUNE WE WILL ATTEND THE SEC STUDENT DEVELOPMENT OPEN HOUSE TO PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION TO STUDENTS.
CCQ WILL BE THE NEW FACE OF EDUCATED QATAR: WE WILL BE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM STUDENTS AND ALSO FROM QATARI CITIZENS WHO WISH WORK AT CCQ. MY POSITION AS DEAN OF THE COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF QATAR WORKING WITH THE SUPREME EDUCATION COUNCIL PROVIDES LEADERSHIP TO START OUR NEW COLLEGE THAT WILL SOON PROUDLY EMPLOY ONLY QATARI CITIZENS PROVIDING COLLEGE EDUCATION FOR THE QATAR OF TOMORROW
CCQ Announcement
CCQ classes to begin on September 26
GULF TIMES
SEPTEMBER 10, 2010
The Supreme Education Council (SEC) yesterday announced that the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will begin its first class on September 26 at the West Bay Campus.
The CCQ has finalised the list of 300 full time students for the first batch based on the applications received. Orientation workshops are to be conducted between September 19 and 24.
“The first of its kind in Qatar and the region, the CCQ allows students to pursue a course of study that will prepare them to either enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor’s degree” CCQ Steering Committee chair Dr Ibrahim al-Naimi said. “Students will be able to earn a certificate or two-year Associates degree in a select number of fields critical to Qatar’s economic growth,” he explained.
CCQ dean Dr Judith Hansen described the launch of the College as the opportunity of a lifetime for many to contribute to the thriving economic growth of Qatar toward Vision 2030.
The ultimate goal of the CCQ is to provide education for everybody therefore those students who were tested but not enrolled will be notified of waiting list for enrolment in subsequent semesters.
Those who signed up online and have not taken the ACT Compass test will be tested in October 2010. Students planning to take the test for the first time or retake the test are advised to visit the ACT Compass website – http://act.org/compass - for practice tests.
“More full time and part-time working students credentialed are ready for enrolment as we grow into our C-Ring Road Campus beginning January 2011,” added Dr. Hansen.
The CCQ will provide three internationally recognised degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS).
They will allow holders either to join the labour market or to continue their university studies in a university in Qatar or elsewhere in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
The 2-year AA Degree coursework includes core Social Sciences, Communications and Humanities courses with support Sciences and Math courses consistent with university freshman and sophomore coursework for majors in the Arts, Communications and Humanities.
The 2-year AS Degree coursework includes core Sciences and Math courses with support courses in Communications, Social Sciences and Humanities consistent with university freshman and sophomore course for majors in the Sciences and Math. CCQ is seeking articulation of the AS Degree curriculum for transfer of successful graduates to university studies as third year students.
GULF TIMES
SEPTEMBER 10, 2010
The Supreme Education Council (SEC) yesterday announced that the Community College of Qatar (CCQ) will begin its first class on September 26 at the West Bay Campus.
The CCQ has finalised the list of 300 full time students for the first batch based on the applications received. Orientation workshops are to be conducted between September 19 and 24.
“The first of its kind in Qatar and the region, the CCQ allows students to pursue a course of study that will prepare them to either enter the workforce or transfer to a four-year institution to complete a Bachelor’s degree” CCQ Steering Committee chair Dr Ibrahim al-Naimi said. “Students will be able to earn a certificate or two-year Associates degree in a select number of fields critical to Qatar’s economic growth,” he explained.
CCQ dean Dr Judith Hansen described the launch of the College as the opportunity of a lifetime for many to contribute to the thriving economic growth of Qatar toward Vision 2030.
The ultimate goal of the CCQ is to provide education for everybody therefore those students who were tested but not enrolled will be notified of waiting list for enrolment in subsequent semesters.
Those who signed up online and have not taken the ACT Compass test will be tested in October 2010. Students planning to take the test for the first time or retake the test are advised to visit the ACT Compass website – http://act.org/compass - for practice tests.
“More full time and part-time working students credentialed are ready for enrolment as we grow into our C-Ring Road Campus beginning January 2011,” added Dr. Hansen.
The CCQ will provide three internationally recognised degrees: Associate in Arts (AA), Associate in Science (AS), and Associate in Applied Sciences (AAS).
They will allow holders either to join the labour market or to continue their university studies in a university in Qatar or elsewhere in order to obtain a bachelor’s degree.
The 2-year AA Degree coursework includes core Social Sciences, Communications and Humanities courses with support Sciences and Math courses consistent with university freshman and sophomore coursework for majors in the Arts, Communications and Humanities.
The 2-year AS Degree coursework includes core Sciences and Math courses with support courses in Communications, Social Sciences and Humanities consistent with university freshman and sophomore course for majors in the Sciences and Math. CCQ is seeking articulation of the AS Degree curriculum for transfer of successful graduates to university studies as third year students.
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