New York University Abu Dhabi, NYUAD, has welcomed 24 undergraduate students to the 9th edition of the Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Scholars Programme, SMSP, for 2016 - 2017.

The programme, which NYUAD began in 2008 in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Education Council, trains students in critical thinking, writing, public speaking, and leadership.

H.H. Sheikha Mariam bint Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, co-chair of the SMSP Steering Committee, said, "For eight years, the SMSP has provided scholars with academic, cross-cultural and leadership experiences that prepare them for success in their graduate level studies and professional careers. I welcome the ninth cohort of select students as they embark on this enriching and transformative journey."

The programme is offered to competitively selected students from the UAE’s federal universities, including Higher Colleges of Technology, UAE University, and Zayed University.

The programme includes travel to New York and Washington, and visits to significant historical and cultural attractions, as well as meetings with international leaders at key governmental locations.

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