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2022 COMMENCEMENT

Our VISION

KAUST aspires to be a destination for scientific and technological education and research . By inspiring discoveries to address global challenges , we strive to serve as a beacon of knowledge that bridges people and cultures for the betterment of humanity .

Our MISSION

KAUST advances science and technology through distinctive and collaborative research integrated with graduate education . We are a catalyst for innovation , economic development and social prosperity in Saudi Arabia and the world . We exist for the pursuit and advancement of scientific knowledge and its broad dissemination and benevolent application . We strive to enhance the welfare of society with a special focus on six areas of global significance – food , water , energy , the environment , health and the digital domain .