Sana’a- The Graphic Design and Multimedia Department at the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, University of Science and Technology (UST), inaugurated today, Tuesday, July 28, 2026, the scientific seminars for fourth-year female students. These seminars are part of the department’s graduation requirements and aim to enhance practical aspects, develop professional skills, and prepare students to integrate efficiently into the job market.
The department launched its inaugural scientific seminar under the title “Al-Bawsala” (The Compass), forming a knowledge and professional platform that combined academic expertise with practical applications. The event shed light on prominent challenges and opportunities facing designers in the job market, alongside reviewing real-world experiences to inspire students and guide them toward building successful professional paths.
In his opening speech, Dr. Jawad Al-Hammadi, Head of the Graphic Design and Multimedia Program, emphasized that organizing this series of scientific seminars every Tuesday for over a month comes within the framework of the department and Faculty‘s vision to enhance the quality of educational outcomes, bridge academic aspects with practical application, and provide students with opportunities to interact with professional expertise. This contributes to preparing qualified cadres capable of competing and innovating in graphic design and multimedia fields while keeping pace with rapid developments in the creative industries and digital transformation sectors.
Key Seminar Axes:
The seminar featured two main axes providing an integrated vision of success requirements in graphic design and multimedia:
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First Axis: Presented by Zaher Al-Aghbari, Executive Director of Lamsat Advertising Company and field expert, who discussed the concept of building a designer’s professional identity. He emphasized the importance of creating a professional identity reflecting the designer’s capabilities and uniqueness, building a professional portfolio as a window for clients and employers, and reviewing best practices to access professional opportunities in local, regional, and international design markets.
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Second Axis: Presented by Ahmed Al-Jawlabi, Executive Director of “I Khadamat” Company for Design and Advertising and Media Services, entitled “Winning the Opportunity and Shaping the Future.” He focused on the importance of investing in self-development, cultivating technical and personal skills, building a professional network of relationships to open new horizons for graduates, and turning challenges into opportunities for success.
The seminar witnessed remarkable attendance and active interaction from faculty members, students, and enthusiasts in design and content creation. Mr. Abdulrahman Al-Baidhani, General Manager of “I Khadamat” Company, enriched the event with valuable observations and tips useful for every graduate. The seminar also featured entertaining and interactive segments that added a vibrant atmosphere to the occasion.
At the conclusion of the event, Prof. Dr. Bilal Al-Fahidi, Dean of the Faculty of Computing and Information Technology, Dr. Jawad Al-Hammadi, Head of the Graphic Design and Multimedia Department, and Dr. Abdulkarim Al-Wasabi, instructor of the Visual Communication Seminar course, honored the speakers in recognition of their academic and professional contributions. The organizing student group and all contributors to the preparation, organization, and success of the event were also honored.
The event was attended by faculty members, designers, content creators, program students, students from other universities, and parents of the organizing students, who praised the level of organization and scientific content, affirming the importance of such scientific events in developing students’ capabilities and strengthening their connection to the professional reality.
