"Our Vacation is Different" participants in Al Hamriyah visit UOS
The day's activities also featured a workshop on the art of falconry, led by the Sharjah Falconers Club. Additionally, there was a religious lecture provided by the Department of Islamic Affairs, along with fun marine sports and basketball activities.
The second week of "Our Holiday is Different" at the Al Hamriyah Club will wrap up tomorrow, Thursday, with a special visit to the Museum of Islamic Civilization, promising more exciting experiences for everyone involved.
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The participants were warmly welcomed by Professor Eid Kanaan, Dean of Student Affairs at the University of Sharjah. They enjoyed a guided tour of the university, seeing important areas like the main building, the sports complex, and the Student Forum. The day's activities also featured a workshop on the art of falconry, led by the Sharjah Falconers Club. Additionally, there was a religious lecture provided by the Department of Islamic Affairs, along with fun marine sports and basketball activities. The second week of "Our Holiday is Different" at the Al Hamriyah Club will wrap up tomorrow, Thursday, with a special visit to the Museum of Islamic Civilization, promising more exciting experiences for everyone involved.
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