Welcome to KAUST Program
Welcome to KAUST Program
The Welcome to KAUST program focuses on new families that are relocating into the KAUST community.
The goal is to build their awareness and knowledge of the KAUST community before they arrive and help them settle quickly when they get here.
The Welcome to KAUST program operates year-round and consists of pre-arrival and post-arrival phases for new arrivals. During the pre-arrival phase, we connect incoming individuals with our buddy system, where buddies assist by addressing concerns and answering questions before their arrival.
Once they arrive, we host an in-person orientation session for newly hired staff and their families. This session provides an overview of key community essentials and introduces them to the services offered by Campus and Communitty.
We are always looking for Welcome Buddies to assist new families during their relocation and after they arrive at KAUST. We strive to match families with buddies who share similar backgrounds or interests to ensure a smooth transition. Please register below if you are interested in joining our Buddy program.