ASU has welcomed and inducted its new academic and administrative staff on Thursday, 18 February. The event started with a warm welcome by the Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Prof. Waheed Alkhaja, followed by an inspiring presentation by Prof. Ghassan Aouad, the President of ASU. Prof. Ghassan shared with the new staff the vision, strategic plan and opportunities available at the university. The induction also included an introduction to the VP Academic Affairs and Development office and the VP Administration, Finance and Community Engagement office. Further introduction was given to Research, Library services, Staff Development and IT by respective staff.  The event was closed with a light lunch.