01 The Campus Communiqué gives a snapshot of CNA-Q by highlighting our latest news, events and activities. If you want your news item included, or for additional information, please contact us on: CAMPUS [email protected] COMMUNIQUÉ May, 2021 INDEX 01. Message from the President 02. Campus News 05. Interview: Prof. Michael Phillips 09. Under the Spotlight: Rawa EL-Gasem 11. Safety First: COVID-19 impact on Environment Professor Michael Phillips 12. Helpful Tips: Save the Planet A Rich Mind 13. Fun Corner: Our monthly compe- tition A Humble Soul HEADLINE More than 20 new Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree Programs for Fall 2021 Continue reading Page 02 CNA-Q Campus Communiqué | May 2021 01 MESSAGE Message from the President Dear students, faculty and staff, Welcome to the eighth issue of our campus communiqué. On another note, the College is gearing up for its This month we dedicate our newsletter to raise awareness transformation by launching more than 20 new Bachelor’s about the environment and to advocate for a more Degree and Master’s Degree Programs for Fall 2021. sustainable community. As we prepare to celebrate World Environment Day on the 5th of June, we need to rethink our CNA-Q has also signed an agreement with Qatargas behavior and adopt ways to save our planet from further for Incident Command System training, which is a part harm. of a wider program to bolster competency in crisis management. This day is an opportunity to make impactful decisions. It is a time to think about how we can contribute to make this Finally, I would like to reiterate on behalf of the College, the world a better place to live in. We need to start adopting importance of this year’s World Environment’s Day theme, an eco-friendly lifestyle and ensure a balance between which focuses on “ecosystem restoration”. We cannot economic growth and environmental protection as stated change the past but we can dictate the future. Let us all in the Environment Development Pillar of Qatar National take action and join #GenerationRestoration. Vision 2030. Dr. Salem Al-Naemi To mark the World Environment Day, this month’s issue President, sheds light on simple ways to improve our environmental College of the North Atlantic – Qatar footprint and the impact that COVID-19 has been having on our planet. CNA-Q Campus Communiqué | May 2021 02 CAMPUS NEWS CNA-Q is gearing up for its transformation More than 20 new Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree Programs for Fall 2021 College of the North Atlantic – Qatar announced that Most postgraduate jobs in our market are structured registration is open for the fall semester 2021. The College around entirely hands-on competencies, and by introducing will launch more than 20 new Applied Bachelor’s Degree all these Applied Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree and Master’s Degree programs, that will be available for programs, we are preparing our students for a lifetime of current and new students starting this fall. professional success.” The new programs answer the need of the evolving market CNA-Q will continue to offer 2-year and 3-year diplomas in and include emerging specializations and interdisciplinary addition to the new programs, all framed within a student- curricula such as: Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, centered approach. The College focuses on experiential Cybersecurity, Digital Marketing, Environmental Health, and applied learning in technology-rich classrooms, Critical Care Paramedicine, Chemical and Processing workshops, laboratories, and simulated environments. Engineering Technology, Human Resource Management, CNA-Q has transformed the education and work landscape Banking and Financial Technology, Healthcare Management, of Qatar, distinguishing itself as a destination in the state Applied Accounting, Information Systems, Information for Technical and Vocational Education and Training (TVET), Technology, Medical Radiography, Occupational Health, and a source of talent for a vibrant and growing economy, Safety, and Environment, Paramedicine, Dental Hygiene, supporting the Qatar National Vision 2030. Respiratory Therapy, Pharmacy Technology, Diabetes Care, Telecommunication and Network Engineering Technology, Maintenance Engineering Technology and much more. The innovative majors come as part of the transformation that the College is currently undergoing, 20 years after its inception. Commenting on this educational shift, Dr. Salem Al-Naemi, CNA-Q’s President said: “The changes that CNA-Q is currently implementing will lay a strong foundation for further growth. We will soon become the first National Applied University and this step will benefit our students and the wider community. CNA-Q Campus Communiqué | May 2021 03 CAMPUS NEWS CNA-Q distributes Iftar meals to workers on Campus in collaboration with Qatar Charity As part of its social commitment towards the workers on campus, College of the North Atlantic – Qatar collaborated with Qatar Charity to distribute 350 Iftar meals. This activity Sport and Wellness launches aims to reach workers in different campus divisions such as a research project in security, cleaning, technical, fire and safety, civil and more. In line with the COVID-19 restrictions, meal boxes were collaboration with School of packed and loaded onto Qatar’s Charity decontaminated Health Sciences and Applied delivery van. Workers received their meals directly from the van while respecting social distancing and corona virus Research and Innovation prevention measures. Sport and Wellness, a section of Student Affairs, is offering Suhoor and Iftar are two elements of Ramadan that have the college community free personal and small group great significance to all worshippers. It is a manifestation virtual training from May 19th to June 24th. This virtual of solidarity and fellowship. College of the North Atlantic training opportunity, in collaboration with the School – Qatar has always been committed to community causes of Health Sciences, is also being considered a potential and has worked relentlessly to encourage volunteering and research project with guidance and support from the actions that make a difference. Office of Applied Research and Innovation. Aside from assisting over 40 program participants achieve their short-term wellness goals, it is hoped that this project will contribute to increased knowledge as to the best way to optimize interaction, engagement and retention of the FITClub valued clients. The program is run by experienced senior and contract trainers. For more information on this exciting project please contact: [email protected] CNA-Q Campus Communiqué | May 2021 04 CAMPUS NEWS CNA-Q and Qatargas sign agreement for Incident Command System training Training forms part of a wider program to bolster competency in crisis management College of the North Atlantic – Qatar (CNA-Q) recently CPE tailored a training that develops the company’s signed a five-year agreement with Qatargas to co-facilitate workforce skills, and raises the readiness level to deal with accredited Incident Command System (ICS) Training for emergencies according to international standards.” their staff. Qatargas is the world’s largest liquified natural gas Under the five-year agreement, CNA-Q will provide the company with a total annual production capacity of 77 technical support, specialized equipment, facilities and million tonnes. As it continues to develop and expand its personnel to train more than 500 Qatargas technical operations, mitigation of the associated risks is paramount. staff, subject matter experts, and managers over the After completing an analysis of the current crisis five-year period. management system, senior managers at the company identified formal and comprehensive training in incident The Continuing and Professional Education Department command management as a priority for Asset Managers at CNA-Q has been co-delivering ICS training since April and their respective incident management teams (IMTs). 2019 aimed at meeting the growing demands of crisis response management in the country, and as part of the “We identified major priority areas and developed an College’s continuing and professional education mandate. approved tailored training plan for the crisis management CNA-Q has previously partnered with Qatargas as well, to teams together with the College of the North Atlantic – provide First Aid and Emergency Technician training. Qatar” said Khalid Al-Hemaidi, Qatargas’ Chief Health, Safety, Environment & Quality (HSEQ) Officer. “We are Commenting on the agreement, Dr Salem Al-Naemi, confident that with the expertise, competence and CNA-Q President said: “We are fully committed to serving on-campus facilities of the College, together we can the growing needs of Qatar’s largest industry, addressing successfully bolster the company’s incident command an area that is becoming increasingly important – crisis competency across the board.” management. We are proud to be collaborating with Qatargas again, specifically working with their Crisis The courses delivered under the agreement include ICS Management team to co-deliver this crucial training.” 200 training for initial responses, ICS 300 Intermediate training for expanding or escalating incidents, and ICS 400 Dr. Suhaim Khalaf Al-Josaiman, Manager of CNA-Q’s Advanced for the command and general staff functions Continuing and Professional Education added:” The during complex incidents. CNA-Q Campus Communiqué | May 2021 05 INTERVIEW Professor Michael Phillips A Rich Mind, A Humble Soul