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Kuwait Times
17-06-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
Burgan Bank hosts AUK students, nurtures young Kuwaiti talents
KUWAIT: Burgan Bank recently hosted a field visit at its headquarters for students from the American University of Kuwait (AUK), under the umbrella of the bank's comprehensive social responsibility and sustainability strategy, centered on nurturing and investing in Kuwait's national youth talents from an early age. A total of 15 AUK male and female students were guided on a tour across the bank's various departments as well as Burgan Lab, the bank's dedicated innovation hub. By engaging the younger generation in real-world experiences, the bank reinforces its vision to be the most progressive bank in Kuwait, driven by its employees, customers, and community. It also confirms Burgan Bank's commitment to being an innovative financial service provider, while translating its exemplary attributes of trust, commitment, excellence, and progression into meaningful action. Commenting on the visit, Bashar Al-Qattan, Executive Manager – Learning and Talent Development at Burgan Bank, said: 'It was a delight to host the AUK students at our HQ and introduce them to the latest banking innovations and technologies. Under the 'Teach Them Young' campaign, a primary factor of our robust learning and talent development program's success is that we acknowledge the importance of preparing talents at an early stage through visits such as this one, which opens them up to the real professional world, how it operates, and the technologies that continue to shape it. This enables them to make informed decisions as they embark on their career journeys.' Bashar Al-Qattan May Al-Qabandi May Al-Qabandi, Senior Manager – Innovation Department at Burgan Bank, highlighted the importance and long-term impact of exposing students to the real-life applications of digital transformation and engaging them in conversations around approaching problem-solving with an innovative mindset. She emphasized that instilling innovation early supports Burgan Bank's vision to remain agile and future-ready in a rapidly evolving financial landscape. Throughout the field visit, the students were introduced to Burgan Bank's adoption of the agile methodology across its operations, reflecting its collaborative, flexible, and efficient working style. They also participated in several interactive sessions and attended presentations that helped them gain a more comprehensive understanding of digital transformation, recognizing that it must begin with a cultural shift before any enhancements to digital infrastructure can take place – a shift that empowers teams to adapt quickly to change, deliver innovative solutions faster, and meet evolving customer needs efficiently. Finally, Burgan Bank representatives discussed some of the most vital banking awareness and financial literacy topics with the students, as part of the bank's ongoing support of the 'Let's Be Aware' (Diraya) banking awareness campaign, led by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) and the Kuwait Banking Association (KBA), with the support of Kuwaiti banks. This included tips about safe online banking, precautions against fraud and theft, as well as the importance of the savings culture and adopting a sound financial plan. This initiative is one of many ways in which Burgan Bank delivers on its commitment to national development, social responsibility, and sustainable impact. The bank regularly opens its doors to school and university students, participates in major career fairs, and curates immersive learning experiences aimed at equipping Kuwait's youth with the skills, awareness, and mindset needed for long-term career success in the financial sector.
Al Bawaba
16-06-2025
- Business
- Al Bawaba
Burgan Bank Raises Financial Awareness and Digital Innovation Initiatives by Collaborating with AUK to Empower the Next Generation of Kuwaiti Talents
Burgan Bank recently hosted a field visit at its headquarters for students from the American University of Kuwait (AUK), under the umbrella of the Bank's comprehensive social responsibility and sustainability strategy, centered on nurturing and investing in Kuwait's national youth talents from an early age.A total of 15 AUK male and female students were guided on a tour across the Bank's various departments as well as Burgan Lab, the Bank's dedicated innovation hub. By engaging the younger generation in real-world experiences, the Bank reinforces its vision to be the most progressive bank in Kuwait, driven by its employees, customers, and community. It also confirms Burgan Bank's commitment to being an innovative financial service provider, while translating its exemplary attributes of trust, commitment, excellence, and progression into meaningful on the visit, Mr. Bashar Al-Qattan, Executive Manager – Learning and Talent Development at Burgan Bank, said: 'It was a delight to host the AUK students at our HQ and introduce them to the latest banking innovations and technologies. Under the 'Teach Them Young' campaign, a primary factor of our robust learning and talent development program's success is that we acknowledge the importance of preparing talents at an early stage through visits such as this one, which opens them up to the real professional world, how it operates, and the technologies that continue to shape it. This enables them to make informed decisions as they embark on their career journeys.'For her part, Ms. May Al-Qabandi, Senior Manager – Innovation Department at Burgan Bank, highlighted the importance and long-term impact of exposing students to the real-life applications of digital transformation and engaging them in conversations around approaching problem-solving with an innovative mindset. She emphasized that instilling innovation early supports Burgan Bank's vision to remain agile and future-ready in a rapidly evolving financial the field visit, the students were introduced to Burgan Bank's adoption of the agile methodology across its operations, reflecting its collaborative, flexible, and efficient working style. They also participated in several interactive sessions and attended presentations that helped them gain a more comprehensive understanding of digital transformation, recognizing that it must begin with a cultural shift before any enhancements to digital infrastructure can take place – a shift that empowers teams to adapt quickly to change, deliver innovative solutions faster, and meet evolving customer needs Burgan Bank representatives discussed some of the most vital banking awareness and financial literacy topics with the students, as part of the Bank's ongoing support of the 'Let's Be Aware' (Diraya) banking awareness campaign, led by the Central Bank of Kuwait (CBK) and the Kuwait Banking Association (KBA), with the support of Kuwaiti banks. This included tips about safe online banking, precautions against fraud and theft, as well as the importance of the savings culture and adopting a sound financial plan. This initiative is one of many ways in which Burgan Bank delivers on its commitment to national development, social responsibility, and sustainable impact. The Bank regularly opens its doors to school and university students, participates in major career fairs, and curates immersive learning experiences aimed at equipping Kuwait's youth with the skills, awareness, and mindset needed for long-term career success in the financial sector.
Kuwait Times
07-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Kuwait Times
Italian Embassy hosts musical evening at AUK
KUWAIT: The Italian Embassy in Kuwait hosted a concert at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) Auditorium, titled 'A Musical Journey Through Classical and Contemporary Italian Melodies,' as part of its National Day celebrations. In his opening remarks, Italian Ambassador Lorenzo Morini thanked AUK for once again providing its auditorium for the event and welcomed attendees in celebration of Italy's musical heritage. 'Yesterday we commemorated the National Day of Italy, the most important event for Italy and all the Italian people around the world, and today we are going to enjoy together a beautiful concert showcasing some of the most celebrated melodies of the Italian musical tradition,' he said. The ambassador highlighted the global recognition of many Italian songs, describing music as a 'bridge' between Italy and other cultures, including Kuwait. Italian Ambassador Lorenzo Morini Performers soprano Michela Sburlati, tenor Paolo Bernardi, and pianist Rosalba Lapresentazione perform at AUK. The evening featured performances by soprano Michela Sburlati, tenor Paolo Bernardi and pianist Rosalba Lapresentazione. The program included a selection of renowned works by composers such as Michele Novaro, Ruggero Leoncavallo, Lucio Dalla and Domenico Modugno, among others. The concert was attended by members of the diplomatic community, music enthusiasts and guests from across Kuwait.
Arab Times
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab Times
Voices of Italy Captivate Kuwait in Embassy-Hosted Musical Evening
KUWAIT CITY, Jun 4: On a wonderful and exceptional evening, the Italian Embassy hosted a concert at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) Auditorium, titled "A Musical Journey Through Classical and Contemporary Italian Melodies." In his speech, the Italian Ambassador, Lorenzo Morini, expressed his gratitude to the American University of Kuwait for hosting the Italian Concert once again at the university's magnificent auditorium. He also thanked the audience for coming to celebrate Italy and its musical traditions. He said, "Yesterday we commemorated the National Day of Italy, the most important event for Italy and all the Italian people around the world, and today we are going to enjoy together a beautiful concert showcasing some of the most celebrated melodies of the Italian musical tradition'. He added, "These songs are a core element of the Italian heritage and most of them are also very well-known worldwide, thus representing an ideal bridge between Italy and the rest of the world. In other words, thanks to these songs, music plays a pivotal role in creating and nourishing the strong bonds existing between the people of Italy and, in our case, the people of Kuwait.' The Ambassador expressed his gratitude to the wonderful artists who enlivened the evening with their captivating and wonderful voices. The soprano Michela Sburlati, the tenor Paolo Bernardi, and the pianist Rosalba Lapresentazione gave a truly special performance and a wonderful journey into the masterpieces of Italian music and musical arts, performing a selection of famous songs composed by many great musicians such as Michele Novaro, Francesco Paolo Tosti, Ruggero Leoncavallo, Ernesto De Curtis, Stanislao Gastaldon, Luigi Ricci, Renato Carusoni, Vincenzo Danibali, Lucio Dalla, Salvatore Cardello, Domenico Modugno and Francesco Migliacci.
Kuwait Times
10-05-2025
- Business
- Kuwait Times
AUK students unite for Gaza with ‘Play it Forward' awareness event
Initiative spotlights Palestine's humanitarian crisis, promotes solidarity KUWAIT: The Finance Club at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) organized an awareness event titled 'Play it Forward' on Wednesday, in collaboration with the Office of Student Life and 12 student organizations, to shed light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Speaking to Kuwait Times, Shoroq Bukhamsin, President of the Finance Club, said the event's primary aim was to amplify awareness. 'We wanted people to remember the cause, to remember the people. It's still relevant and it will never stop being relevant,' she said. A key feature of the event was an emotional art exhibition titled 'Gaza Habibti' by Untold Palestine, which displayed photographs of Gaza's people before and after the war. 'The gallery traces the emotional journey — beginning with life before the war, then documenting the devastation and personal stories from the current conflict,' Bukhamsin explained. 'It reminds us they are not just numbers. They are souls, families, daughters and sons.' The exhibition also included large-scale installations by regional artists, including a moving piece known as the Martyr's Wall, which displayed photos of 1,300 Palestinians who lost their lives. 'This is not even a fraction; the current death toll exceeds 50,000,' Bukhamsin noted. She extended heartfelt thanks to AUK, faculty advisors, club executives, supporting businesses, and Kuwait Times for their support and coverage. The Palestinian flag is displayed at the 'Play it Forward' event held on Wednesday to shed light on the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Visitors interact with vendors at the open market and game zone. Accessories made using traditional Palestinian embroidery are showcased at the event. Vendors pose for a photo at the open market as part of the 'Play it Forward' event organized by the Finance Club at the American University of Kuwait (AUK) in collaboration with the Office of Student Life and 12 student organizations. Jumanah Al-Bloushi, Vice President of the Finance Club, said the event also featured an open market and game zone. Local businesses and food vendors participated, pledging 25 percent of their proceeds to humanitarian causes related to Palestine. Attendees were encouraged to donate through interactive games. A performance show by ArtScene and Argan Bedaya capped the event, featuring music, poetry and storytelling in tribute to Palestinian identity and resilience. Al-Bloushi praised the collective spirit: 'It's so beautiful to see so many different organizations come together just to make this happen today.' She added, 'This event is a reminder that even after a year, the Palestinian cause is still relevant and we will not let it be forgotten.' Mishari Al-Ibrahim, a member of the Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement in Kuwait, also participated in the exhibition. He emphasized the boycott as a powerful form of resistance: 'Here in Kuwait, we're pioneers and active in this field,' he said. 'These events allow us to explain the different forms of boycott — commercial, academic and sports — as tools to counter normalization and raise awareness.' He encouraged individuals to engage by staying informed and making conscious choices. 'At the very least, refrain from buying targeted products and raise awareness among your family and peers,' he said. 'When you have the right information, you become a source of knowledge. That's how you become an active member of the global boycott movement and part of the change.'
