Reading as Therapy: The Healing Power of Books on Psychological Well-Being
This session focuses on the psychological and therapeutic role of reading in enhancing mental health.
Discussion Circle: Exploring an Influential Book in Psychology
An interactive discussion aimed at engaging participants in meaningful dialogue around influential psychological literature.
Create your favourite Book Cover
The event, “Create Your Favorite Book Cover,” will encourage students to paint or draw the cover of their favorite book. Their artwork will be exhibited in the library.
Create a podcast for a summary of your favourite book
Students will create a podcast episode summarizing their favorite book. The podcast will include a brief introduction to the book, a clear summary of the main plot, a short description of key characters, and a personal recommendation explaining why others should read it.
Knowledge Hour
Allocating a weekly time slot for employees, faculty members, and students to engage in free reading within a designated space at the university, with the aim of promoting a culture of reading in the workplace and achieving intellectual and professional balance.
Blind Date with a Book
An interactive event held in the university library where books are wrapped without revealing their titles, allowing participants to select their books based on a brief description. The aim is to encourage reading exploration and diversify intellectual interests.
Al Wasl Reading Challenge
A university competition held during the month of March aims to encourage students and academics to read a selected set of books across various fields, while providing brief summaries and analyses, thereby enhancing critical thinking skills and fostering a love for reading.