As Eid Al-Adha celebrations begin on Wednesday May 27,  Campus & Community (C&C) extends our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones.

We are pleased to announce that a special bus transportation service will be available this year, exclusively for community members traveling to Makkah to perform Hajj.

Our McDonald’s food truck will be away from KAUST for a short time and back soon to serve the community again. The truck will also be temporarily unavailable for short periods during select major regional events throughout the year.

As Eid Al-Adha approaches, Campus and Community (C&C) extends warm wishes to everyone celebrating across the KAUST community. Eid is a special time to come together in prayer, reflection, and generosity.

To help protect your home and belongings, we have prepared a checklist of simple actions to take both at KAUST and when traveling.

Last Thursday, the 4th edition of KAUST Got Talent brought together the community in a packed Auditorium at Building 20 for an unforgettable evening of performances, laughter, and heartfelt cheers. From powerful vocals and stirring melodies to dynamic dance and magic tricks, this year’s finalists wowed the crowd with their incredible range of talent.

Starting May 31, South Beach and its facilities will open later in the day and remain accessible until 8:00 p.m.

Please note that a section of Transformation Boulevard will be partially closed from May 19, 2026, to May 30, 2026, for major maintenance work.

Please note that the Harbor Sports Club Arena will be temporarily closed from May 12 to June 12 to carry out a range of improvements across the facility.

KAUST is introducing the New Housing Complex, offering a new off-campus living option adjacent to the university. The complex represents a new residential model rather than an extension of KAUST’s existing on-campus housing. Service levels, amenities, access arrangements and community facilities will operate in a different manner to those available for the community living on-campus.

Campus and Community (C&C) is excited to announce the opening of Mr. Chic a Salon and Spa now serving the KAUST community at Souk Walk, next to Fakeeh Vision.

Campus and Community (C&C), in partnership with Information Technology (IT), is pleased to introduce a new feature on the KAUSTCentral app: the Color-Coded Buses Trip Planner.

Get ready for a summer full of adventure, creativity, and lasting memories!

KAUST celebrates World FM Day and the role of Facilities Management (FM) in cultivating a sense of belonging across Campus and Community.

Join us for KAUST Got Talent, the annual celebration of incredible KAUST talent and guest performances from community groups and nationally acclaimed special guests. Campus and Community (C&C) is honored to provide a platform to showcase their exceptional skills. Thursday, May 14 at 6:00 p.m.

Campus and Community (C&C) is excited to introduce extended hours at Harbor Daycare, offering safe, fun, and fully supervised care for all children in the community, whether they are already enrolled at BBIS or not.

Please note that the Island Recreation Club (IRC) will be closed on Monday, May 18, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. due to a scheduled power shutdown.

If it’s been a while since your last movie night, this is your sign to head back to Discovery Cinema. Every month, the cinema brings a fresh mix of films,

In the joyous spirit of Eid, Kanoo Travel is thrilled to bring you our exclusive Eid packages,

We warmly welcome KAUST community members with young children to attend the upcoming Open Night at the KAUST Children's Center (KCC).