The Saudi Club in London organizes a group breakfast for scholarship students
In an atmosphere of faith, brotherhood, and camaraderie, the Saudi Students Club in London , in collaboration with Saudi student associations at several prestigious British universities, organized a communal iftar (fast-breaking meal) that brought together hundreds of scholarship students in the British capital. This special gathering, which included the participation of Saudi student associations at Queen Mary University of London, UCL, and City University London, underscored the deep social bonds uniting Saudi students abroad.
Ramadan atmosphere at UCL University
The University College London (UCL) campus hosted this event, which transformed into a vibrant cultural and social gathering. The iftar aimed to evoke the spirituality of the holy month and alleviate feelings of homesickness among students spending Ramadan away from their families. The venue became a lively space where students shared friendly conversations and national memories around the iftar tables, reflecting the highest ideals of social solidarity and deep-rooted national unity.
The role of student clubs in supporting scholarship students
Such events are of paramount importance, extending far beyond mere mealtime gatherings. Saudi student clubs in the United Kingdom, particularly in London with its high student population, serve as a cornerstone of psychological and social support for students. These initiatives are an extension of a long history of student volunteer work aimed at creating a stimulating environment that helps students adapt to academic and daily life in their host country. These activities act as a social hub, partially compensating for the lack of family warmth, which positively impacts students' academic performance and psychological well-being.
Strengthening national identity and representing the Kingdom
The organizers of the Saudi Club affirmed that this Iftar is part of a series of activities aimed at strengthening the bonds of brotherhood among Saudi students and reinforcing the values of cooperation encouraged by Islam and the authentic Saudi society. These gatherings also showcase the positive image of the Saudi student abroad as an ambassador for his country, upholding his identity, customs, and traditions wherever he may be. This collaboration between student associations at various universities (Queen Mary, UCL, and City) serves as a model of organized teamwork, reflecting the maturity of the Saudi student experience abroad.
A social impact that transcends borders
The impact of these events extends beyond the immediate, contributing to the development of a strong network of relationships among future leaders—students studying in diverse fields. Their gathering under the auspices of the Saudi Club in London fosters the exchange of experiences and knowledge, creating opportunities for future collaboration upon their return home to contribute to the nation's development. Attendees expressed their profound happiness at this gathering, which melted away the feeling of homesickness and made them feel as if they were among family in the Kingdom.
