Muscat, Oman – 16 March 2025 – The Modern College of Business and Science recently hosted an insightful session featuring renowned philanthropist and motivational speaker, Sheikh Hatim Al Abdissalam, from the Oman LNG Development Foundation. The event, held on campus, focused on the topic “Modern Islam: Tolerance and Peaceful Connections” and offered a profound discussion on the values of tolerance, understanding, and peaceful relationships in the context of modern Islam.
Sheikh Al Abdissalam highlighted the importance of Islam’s core teachings on justice, benevolence, and peace, values that resonate deeply with MCBS’s mission. Through this session, MCBS reaffirmed its commitment to fostering respect, cultural understanding, and peace among our students and community.
“At MCBS, we remain dedicated to upholding ethical principles and preserving the legacy of harmony that Oman is known for,” said Dr. Said Al Kitani, Associate Dean for Community Engagement at MCBS. “This session contributes to our ongoing efforts to cultivate an environment that reflects the values of peace, tolerance, and open dialogue.”
In line with MCBS’s strategic focus on internationalization and enhancing diversity among students and faculty, this session also emphasized the importance of fostering an inclusive environment. It underscored the college’s role in preparing students for global challenges and promoting unity through cultural understanding.
The college continues to cultivate an environment where universal values of respect, integrity, and compassion serve as foundational pillars of its educational philosophy. These principles will be thoughtfully integrated into future initiatives as the college continues its dedication to empowering students as reflective leaders who will contribute meaningfully to building a peaceful and prosperous future.
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