Welcome to Zayed University!
Join us for the Ya Hala Welcome Week 2024!
During this fun-filled festival, you will meet your peers, get to know your new university, and explore your campus. Enjoy food, activities, and performances as well!
Dubai Campus: August 12-15
Abu Dhabi Campus: August 13-15
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Ya Hala 2024 Schedule
Schedule and Important Dates
Dubai Campus
Monday, August 12, 2024
- 09:30 am – 10:30 am | Welcoming & Registration – Meet Your Ambassador
- 10:30 am – 10:45 am | Welcoming Remarks
- 10:45 am – 11:30 am | Ambassadors 101 Intro to ZU Life & Course Registration
- 11:30 am – 02:00 pm | Ya Hala Festival – Activities, Food, and Performances!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | ID Collection
- 09:30 am – 02:00 pm | Parents’ Lounge
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Course Registration
- 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm | “Discover Your Campus” Tour
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
- 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | Sports & Fitness Time
Thursday, August 15, 2024
- 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm | Movie Time (with Popcorn)!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Networking Lounge with Ambassadors
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Parents’ Campus Tour
Abu Dhabi Campus
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
- 09:30 am – 10:30 am | Welcoming & Registration – Meet Your Ambassador
- 10:30 am – 10:45 am | Welcoming Remarks
- 10:45 am – 11:30 am | Ambassadors 101 Intro to ZU Life & Course Registration
- 11:30 am – 02:00 pm | Ya Hala Festival – Activities, Food, and Performances!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | ID Collection
- 09:30 am – 02:00 pm | Parents’ Lounge
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
- 09:30 am – 10:30 am | Welcoming & Registration – Meet Your Ambassador
- 10:30 am – 10:45 am | Welcoming Remarks
- 10:45 am – 11:30 am | Ambassadors 101 Intro to ZU Life & Course Registration
- 11:30 am – 02:00 pm | Ya Hala Festival – Activities, Food, and Performances!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | ID Collection
- 09:30 am – 02:00 pm | Parents’ Lounge
Thursday, August 15, 2024
- 10:00 am – 12:00 pm | Course Registration
- 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm | Sports & Fitness Time
- 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm | “Discover Your Campus” Tour & Networking with Ambassadors
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Movie Time (with Popcorn)!
- 09:30 am – 02:00 pm | Parents’ Campus Tour
Dubai Campus
Monday, August 12, 2024
- 09:30 am – 10:30 am | Welcoming & Registration – Meet Your Ambassador
- 10:30 – 11:15: Ambassador 101: Introduction to ZU Life
- 11:15 – 11:30: Welcoming Remarks
- 11:30 am – 02:00 pm | Ya Hala Festival – Activities, Food, and Performances!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | ID Collection
- 09:30 am – 11:30 am | Parents’ Lounge
Tuesday, August 13, 2024
- 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm | “Discover Your Campus” Tour
Wednesday, August 14, 2024
- 10:30 am – 12:00 pm | Sports & Fitness Time
Thursday, August 15, 2024
- 12:00 pm – 02:00 pm | Movie Time (with Popcorn)!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Networking Lounge with Ambassadors
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Parents’ Campus Tour
Abu Dhabi Campus
Tuesday, August 13, 2024 - Batch 1
- 09:30 am – 10:30 am | Welcoming & Registration – Meet Your Ambassador
- 10:30 am – 10:45 am | Welcoming Remarks
- 10:45 am – 11:30 am | Ambassadors 101 Intro to ZU Life
- 11:30 am – 02:00 pm | Ya Hala Festival – Activities, Food, and Performances!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | ID Collection
- 09:30 am – 11:30 am | Parents’ Lounge
Wednesday, August 14, 2024 - Batch 2
- 09:30 am – 10:30 am | Welcoming & Registration – Meet Your Ambassador
- 10:30 am – 10:45 am | Welcoming Remarks
- 10:45 am – 11:30 am | Ambassadors 101 Intro to ZU Life
- 11:30 am – 02:00 pm | Ya Hala Festival – Activities, Food, and Performances!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | ID Collection
- 09:30 am – 11:30 am | Parents’ Lounge
Thursday, August 15, 2024
- 12:00 pm – 01:00 pm | Sports & Fitness Time
- 01:00 pm – 02:00 pm | “Discover Your Campus” Tour & Networking with Ambassadors
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Movie Time (with Popcorn)!
- 02:00 pm – 03:00 pm | Parents’ Campus Tour
How to Prepare
Follow these easy steps to feel ready for your first day!
Arrive at your campus on time – Abu Dhabi Campus (GATES 5 & 8) | Dubai Campus (GATES 3 & 4)
Bring your laptop – Laptop specifications (CIS students)
Wear comfortable shoes to walk in.
Screenshot/bring your student ID number (from your email).
Come with an open mind! Everyone is in the same boat, and it’s okay to feel a bit nervous.
Ask for help: Don’t hesitate to ask for help if you need it, whether from staff, faculty, or fellow students.
Please note this event will be recorded/photographed. We understand that not everyone may feel comfortable being photographed or recorded. With that in mind, we kindly ask that you consider the presence of videographers and photographers at the event. If you’d rather not appear in the videos or photos, please feel free to step aside when they are taking pictures. Your comfort and privacy are important to us.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Information
Is Ya Hala mandatory?
Attending your YA HALA onboarding day is mandatory for a smooth and successful start to your academic year (Dubai students: August 12; Abu Dhabi Students: August 13 or 14 – you will be notified which day to attend).
Why is Ya Hala important?
On this day, you will be assigned a First Year Student Ambassador, a fellow student who will support you throughout your first year at ZU. You will also get assistance and guidance to register for your classes. You will be introduced to university student services and meet the ZU community of senior students, faculty, and staff. Additionally, it will be an opportunity to network with your friends and peers over festive activities, go for a campus tour, and finally collect your ZU ID card, which is necessary for your access to the campus.
Do I need to register?
There is no need for pre-registration to attend Ya Hala. On the day of the event, you must register at the registration desks, where you can collect your giveaway.
I can’t attend the event, what should I do?
Although we encourage you to attend Ya Hala to feel prepared for your first day, please email us at studentaffairs@zu.ac.ae if you cannot make it.
My parents have questions, who can I direct them to?
There will be a parent lounge during Ya Hala week (see the schedule); please encourage your parents to attend if they have any inquiries.
Navigation & Logistics
How do I get to campus?
Where can I park?
Dubai students: Follow the signs to Gates 3 & 4 | Abu Dhabi students: Follow the signs to Gates 5 & 8.