The Governor of Riyadh sponsors the graduation ceremony of King Saud University students 2026
In a distinguished national and academic evening, His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar bin Abdulaziz, Governor of Riyadh Region, presided over the graduation ceremony for King Saud University students of the class of 2026, representing various disciplines and academic levels. This prominent academic event was held at King Saud University Stadium, "Al-Awwal Park," where His Royal Highness was received upon arrival by His Excellency the Minister of Education and Chairman of the University's Board of Directors, Professor Yousef bin Abdullah Al-Bunyan, and the Acting President of King Saud University, Dr. Ali bin Mohammed Musmali.
A long-established educational institution spanning decades
King Saud University, established in 1957 as the first university in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, is a beacon of science and knowledge in the Middle East. For decades, the university has contributed to graduating a distinguished group of leaders, thinkers, and experts who have played a pivotal role in building the modern state. This rich historical legacy makes each graduation ceremony a significant milestone, reflecting the Kingdom's unwavering commitment to developing the higher education sector and providing an academic environment that meets the highest international standards, thus reinforcing the university's position as a leading institution both locally and regionally.
An integrated educational and training environment
Following the national anthem, the ceremony began with a recitation from the Holy Quran. The Acting President of King Saud University then delivered a speech, expressing his appreciation for the patronage of the Governor of Riyadh. He emphasized that this patronage reflects the ongoing support and care provided by the wise leadership – may God protect them – to education in general and university education in particular. He stated that the university is committed to providing a comprehensive educational and training environment for its students, preparing them to become qualified professionals with the experience, knowledge, and ability to achieve with efficiency and competence, keeping pace with the demands of the times and meeting their needs in all scientific, economic, and technological fields. The university aspires for these graduates to be a cornerstone in achieving the goals of the National Transformation Vision and the path of sustainable development.
The developmental impact of King Saud University graduates
The graduation of King Saud University students holds immense strategic importance, extending far beyond the university campus to directly impact the national and regional economy. These young, highly qualified graduates, equipped with the latest sciences and technologies, represent a vital resource for the Saudi labor market, helping to bridge the gap in specialized fields and fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. Internationally, university graduates enhance the competitiveness of Saudi talent on the global stage, demonstrating the success of the government's investment in human capital as a key driver of comprehensive and sustainable economic growth.
Figures and statistics reflect the scale of the achievement
Following this, the graduates delivered a speech in which they expressed their gratitude to His Royal Highness the Prince of Riyadh for his patronage and for honoring their graduation ceremony. They conveyed their joy and happiness at reaping the rewards of their hard work and dedication to acquiring knowledge and serving their nation and its leadership. His Royal Highness and the attendees then witnessed the raffle for the graduation prize. Afterwards, the graduates took their oath, followed by a formal graduation ceremony. His Royal Highness and the attendees then watched a light show prepared to celebrate the occasion.
The Dean of Admissions and Registration at the university, Dr. Nasser bin Ibrahim bin Turki, delivered a speech on this occasion, expressing his appreciation for the patronage and presence of His Royal Highness the Prince of Riyadh. He also expressed his gratitude to His Royal Highness for supporting the students and sharing in their joy. He said, “Tonight, we celebrate the graduation of the Class of 2026, comprising 8,400 graduates, distributed across various academic levels. 166 students received doctoral degrees, 125 fellowships, 1,170 master's degrees, 5,073 bachelor's degrees, 12 higher diplomas, 1,823 intermediate diplomas, 15 associate diplomas, and 16 medical diplomas.” In conclusion, His Royal Highness Prince Faisal bin Bandar honored the sponsors of the ceremony and the award recipients.
