On October 21st, 2025, The Australian University (AU) celebrated the graduation of its 17th batch of bachelor’s degree students and 19th batch of diploma students for the academic year 2024/2025. The ceremony was held under the patronage of AU’s Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Dr. Saad Al Omari, on the university campus, in the presence of the Australian Ambassador to Kuwait, Her Excellency Melissa Kelly, members of the Board of Trustees, academic and administrative staff, parents, and several distinguished guests.
At the beginning of the ceremony, Dr. Al Omari expressed his happiness on this day, describing it as “a defining milestone in the lives of the graduates.” He emphasized that the university continues to make significant progress in its academic and technical development, expanding its programs to meet the needs of the labor market. In a recorded video message, he said, “Today we reap the rewards of continuous effort, unwavering determination, and sincere ambition to reach the highest levels. Our graduates move forward into the future equipped with knowledge, values, and aspiration to be proud ambassadors of this academic institution and their homeland, Kuwait.”
Representing the Secretary-General of the Private Universities Council, Eng. Adel Al Bader stated that investing in people is the greatest investment, stressing that the Council believes education is the cornerstone of any sustainable progress. He praised the university’s efforts in preparing qualified national talents who contribute to achieving sustainable development.
Prof. Isam Zabalawi, President of the Australian University, affirmed that graduation day does not mark the end of the learning journey, but rather the beginning of a new one led by the graduates themselves. He noted that this moment was not reached by coincidence, but through hard work, perseverance, and determination to overcome challenges.
