Two weeks ago I had a good gathering (Dewaneya) with some fresh Kuwaiti students here in Bangor. There were like 10 Kuwaitis in the meeting and I was introduced to every one . Their ages varied; some were in their early twenties and some were thirties (but few) and there was finally some one who is older than me ; he was 43!. I think the Kuwait student union started to pay attention to Bangor because the number of Kuwaitis started to grow every year and as a result they asked for someone to volunteer as a representative for the Kuwaitis in Bangor. If you have read my topic that I wrote in late 2010 “Happy Eid” you would have seen that I already asked them for a representative, but maybe they did not read my post or maybe they aren’t aware of my blog yet and there is a Kuwaiti student who maintains it. If you type “kuwaiti students in uk” you will get my blog listed .
I took my son Ahamd with me that day to the dewaneya we both had cold so the poor fellow slept in there. We had a nice talk with the students and afterward a nice meal was introduced. From my knowledge of meeting Kuwaiti students in Bangor and sometimes hearing about others that I have not met yet ; I can tell that the most common majors (subjects they study ) classified by departments: Business school , Computer Science , Sports science , Ocean Science and college of Health. The level of education varries from bachelor to master and a PhD.
I have not posted for a while now, because I was on a holiday for nearly a month in Dubai, Malaysia and Singapore. I’m going to write about my trip in more details in another post. I missed my graduation ceremony at Bangor University as it happened 3 days before my arrival in the UK. Anyway I expected that and I was told that I can order a DVD, to be honest with you it does not make any difference with me, at the end we all got our degree certificates . In my case I now hold an MSC accounting and Finance.
Anyway , here is the funny part. After our arrival from our trip to the North Wales my wife had a graduation ceremony , we went with her (me and the kids) to the graduation PJ hall at the Main arts building. My daughter Amina (8 months) was the star of the attendees , she was chatting loudly and screaming in the hall that made every one laugh. I also borrowed my wife’s gown and wore it and took some photos.We met some old university friends and went on to have a light meal at Uno Cafe. We have taken a lot of pictures that day and the days of the master degree are over. We are now in the PHD stage and I’m sure I will have many stories to tell you when I finish.
Happy Eid every one and Eid Mubarak. Today is a good day in Anglesey, sunny but a bit cold. I took the kids today to “The Fun Centre” in Caernarfon. They did not go to school, because I wanted them to celebrate the Eid. Its a holiday today in most Muslim countries but not in here the UK. This is my third Eid outside Kuwait (my home). I’m getting used it to it, although I miss being with my family- mom, dad and the rest. The atmosphere is fantastic up there. I spoke to mom (who is in Brighton with my sister) and I congratulated her. I also spoke to my family in Kuwait. My wife and Amina remained at home, because i think its too early for them to leave the house, for one thing its cold and my wife is still tired. Its worth to mention that the number of Kuwaiti students is increasing here at Bangor University in North Wales. Last year we were only 6 students. This year there are almost 13 students. I guess people in Kuwait started to get familiar about Bangor, as it was not known for the majority before. I also find the relationship between the Kuwaiti students warm and strong. Every one seems to care for, help and respect the other. Sometimes being far away from home makes the the students care for their own people.
I have a suggestion for the National Union of Kuwaiti Studentsofficials in London, to consider establishing a student representative for the Kuwaiti students in North Wales, as the number is increasing each year.It would be very helpful for both the students and the Union. I would like to suggest for the Kuwait Cultural Office-Kuwait to improve their web site and add more services and guides for the students. The thing that I have noticed here in UK – for example- , when a new student arrives (including myself), he/she has to find his rights/benefits from older student (that if he knows one) ! The Kuwaiti government provided services for its students, but no one knows them unless you ask or you are being told. I think it would be a better idea if they provide these information on their website or print them in hard copies.
I would like to share a link that aggregates many Kuwaiti blogs and bloggers, its called “Kuwaiti Blogs” . It has a big list. Today I submitted my first essay at Bangor University, the subject was International Financial Markets (IFM) . There are about five Kuwaiti students at Bangor University including me. Im also the accounting representative for post grads. I also updated my photo , you can find it at my “about” page. To know what I am doing at Bangor University, please read my post : MSc Accounting and Finance at Bangor University . I have an advice about blogging : Take it easy during your blogging journey, jot down your thoughts and have fun.
I have been away from my country Kuwait since June 2009. Me and my family are staying this year and the next 3-4 years perhaps in the UK , to be specific in LLandegfan – North Wales . Its a beautiful little town at the heart of Menai Bridge in the Isle of Anglesey, great nature and friendly people. If you have read my “About” page you would notice that I mentioned my reasons for moving to UK. Yes Im doing at the moment an MSc Accounting and Finance at Bangor Business School for one year. Its a great course and It does teach you a great deal about investments and companies . So why I’m studying this major , well Its been 5 years now since I began trading and learning about the investment quarter. So i decided to improve my skills and knowledge and be a professional , I will also write about my learning experience in accounting and finance while Im studying in my blog efouz. I believe this will add value to my original topic “Entrepreneurship” some how and I hope you find it fun and informing.
” you would have seen that I already asked them for a representative, but maybe they did not read my post or maybe they aren’t aware of my blog yet and there is a Kuwaiti student who maintains it. If you type “kuwaiti students in uk” you will get my blog listed .
. In my case I now hold an MSC accounting and Finance.
