We would like to feature the interview this week with:

Name: Isa Alkhayat

Position: Dean of Admissions and Registration

1. Tell us about yourself: (Your childhood, academic background)

I was born and raised in Bahrain with a childhood full of excitement and a very supportive family. I received my Bachelor degree in Mathematics from King Saud University in 1981. A year later, I earned a higher Diploma in Education from College of Health Sciences, Bahrain in 1982. Finally I obtained my PhD from UMIST Manchester in Applied Mathematics in 1981.

2. Tell us about your job at ASU

I joined ASU in December 2016 as Dean of Admissions & Registration. I am in charge of registering students, academic advising and admissions of students and everything concerning Admissions & registration.

3. Tell us about your aspirations for the University

I believe that in the near future ASU will be a very high rank university not only in Bahrain but in the region as well. ASU is working hand in hand toward achieving the accreditation and the best quality of teaching.

4. What do you enjoy most about your job?

I enjoy mostly in meeting with people and especially mixing with students and dealing with them. I feel that we all work together as one family. I also feel that I can apply my experience here at the University.

5. Tell us about your hobbies

Cooking is my best hobby which I love. I also like to eat outside in restaurants to enjoy variety of food. In addition, I play sports to burn what I eat.

6. Tell us about your favourite food

I like all Bahraini cuisine especially “Ghoozi” which consists of lamb and meat and is eaten in Eid time.

7. Tell us about the book you are reading now

حياة في الإدارة – د. غازي القصيبي

“A lifetime in Administration” by Dr Ghazi Abdul Rahman Al Gosaibi

8. Final words

I am very happy to be part of ASU and its success.

I would encourage our students to enjoy and live the students’ life as much as they can as this is a beautiful experience that they will never forget.