An Academic Affairs program
Interim Vice President for Academic Affairs
Distinguished Professor Yves Gnanou
In January, KAUST sets aside time to benefit from the
knowledge of world-renowned leaders in science,
education, culture, and business. The Winter Enrichment
Program (WEP) aims to enrich KAUST students, faculty
and community members, the greater Saudi community
and invited guests from around the world.
Under the umbrella of the Vice President for Academic
Affairs, the Office of the Enrichment Programs began
producing and coordinating in 2010 the WEP, led by
Marie-Laure Boulot. WEP takes place during an interlude
in the academic semester in January when courses are
not offered. Students are required to stay on campus and
engage in WEP activities as part of their credit-bearing
responsibilities.
The resulting mix of people from the community on
campus and in-Kingdom guests help to create a lively
and engaged audience for all our events.