His Highness Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Sharjah, attended the University of Exeter Gulf Alumni Association Ceremony, held on Tuesday evening at the Dr. Sultan Al Qasimi Centre.

In his speech, His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah reflected on his journey that began more than 40 years ago as a PhD student at the University of Exeter, which at the time ranked third among British universities.

For her part, Dr Lisa Roberts, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Exeter, expressed her gratitude and appreciation to His Highness the Ruler of Sharjah for his continued support, engagement, and generous hosting of the university’s alumni gathering.

The President of the University of Exeter highlighted the lasting impact of His Highness’s recent visit to the university and his receipt of the Honorary President’s Medal — the first such distinction ever awarded in the university’s history.

Dr Brendan Godley, Professor of Conservation Science at the University of Exeter, delivered a visual presentation on the Sharjah Marine Research Centre, a collaborative initiative between the University of Exeter and the University of Khorfakkan.

Please click here to read His Highness' statement on this occasion.