This is another in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. I am originally from Wadi Dawan, Hadhramout, Yemen, but born and raised in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. I graduated with dual master’s degrees from the University of Arizona: an M.Arch in Architecture and an MS.Arch in Architecture, Design, and Energy Conservation. Prior to that, I obtained a Bachelor of Architecture B.Arch. in Architectural and Building Sciences from King Sau

This is another in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. When I was announced as the valedictorian for my high school class, Eng. Abdullah Bugshan—the brains behind the operation of the Hadhramout Foundation—called me and offered me a scholarship to study in the United States. I soon realized that this is a great privilege and responsibility. When I first set foot on American soil, I committed myself to never leaving this cou

We wanted to offer our sincere congratulations to Reem Bin-Humam on her launch of Goodbye Diet. "Hi there! I’m Reem, a Registered Dietitian (RD) passionate about helping people achieve their health goals while embracing the foods they love. Originally from Yemen, I’ve lived in four countries and visited six so far, each experience enriching my understanding of diverse cultures through their food and history. Through it all, I’ve learned one thing: food is powerful. It brings

This is another in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. My name is Ahmed Eshaq and I am from Sanaa, Yemen. I had the opportunity to successfully earn my Master’s Degree in Chemical Engineering and Data Science from The University of Washington. Prior to that I had completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering at King Fahd University, Saudi Arabia. In my family, education has always been a core value, and I’m proud t

We wanted to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Abdulaziz Eshaq on his induction into the Delta Omega public health honorary...

This is the sixth in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. My name is Ahmed Balubaid and I was born and raised in Dohan Valley, Hadhramout, Yemen. I have been a formal student of the Hadhramout Foundation since my childhood – both directly and indirectly. My primary and secondary schools were built by the Foundation, and I also received scholarships for my bachelor's and master’s degrees. Many of my family members and close r

The Hadhramout Foundation recently received the highest rating of four stars from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest and most influential evaluator of charities, providing over 11 million donors with thorough and credible ratings of more than 200,000 organizations. They have a comprehensive framework for their rating system from which they evaluate nonprofit performance and achievement. They focus on four main domains that influence nonprofit success: Accountability & Fi

This is the fifth in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. " My name is Sauda Basaleh and I’m originally from Ash-Shihr, a coastal city in Hadhramout governorate, Yemen. I have a Bachelor’s in Pharmacy with a specialty in PharmD from Hadhramout University in Yemen, and I am a Licensed Pharmacist and member of the Yemeni Pharmacists Syndicate. I also obtained a Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences from the University of Colora

This is the fourth in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. “My name is Sami Humaid and I am from Mukalla in Hadhramout, Yemen. I earned a PhD in Food Science and Nutrition from the University of Maine, USA, and I have a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Food and Fish Technology from Hadhramout University in Yemen and a Master’s degree in marine biology from King Abdelaziz University in Saudi Arabia. Currently, I’m an assistant

This is the third in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. “I am Omer Bin Someda and I’m from Al Dhalayah District, Hadhramout Governorate, Yemen. I am proud to have earned a Master’s in Public Administration (MPA) with a concentration in Non-profit Organization Management from Seton Hall University in New Jersey. This transformative experience equipped me with invaluable skills and knowledge to navigate the complexities of t

Abdulrahman recently wrote an op-ed for the Minnesota Daily about adjusting to academic life in the United States, as well as discussing the Hadhramout Foundation's important efforts. You can find the full article here: Editorial: From the wars of Yemen to the walls of UMN – The Minnesota Daily (mndaily.com) You can support students like Abdulrahman by donating to our cause. 100% of anything donated will go to support students like Abdulrahman, trying to improve their (and th

This is the second in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. "My name is Ali Akeldi and I’m from Al Mukalla, Yemen. I have a B.S. in both Physics and Computer from Purdue University and a further M.S. in Computer Science with a focus on Machine Learning and AI from Columbia University. I’m the first in my family to graduate with a college degree, and I came to be sponsored by the esteemed Hadhramout Foundation through the Al

This is the first in our Student Spotlight series, where our students tell their stories in their own words. "My name is Asma Bin Thabit, and I was born in Wadi Al-Ain, Yemen and I have a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electronics Engineering from Yarmouk University, Jordan. I'm currently pursuing a Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering with a focus on Deep Learning at Michigan State University. Additionally, I've earned diplomas in Cambridge IT Skills, Android App

Two months ago, Abbod Bensumaidea took on a new role as the Director of Students at the ASCM (Association for Supply Chain Management)...

On Sep. 28th, the Hadhramout Foundation Members Club (HFMC) held a panel discussion event entitled "Yemeni Graduates: Navigating the US...

Mugahed Almiri recently took part in the International Youth Conference (IYC) in New York. With over 250 speakers and 42 sessions, it...

The Hadhramout Foundation was in attendance for NYC's first ever Arab Heritage Day with Mayor Eric Adams. Special thanks go out to Fares...

Congratulations are in order for Omer Bin Someda, who is a fully-funded delegate to the Global Peace Summit New York 2023. The GPS is the flagship event for the Global Peace Chain, a worldwide peace-building nonprofit organization that works to promote tolerance and inclusivity. You can support students like Omer by donating to our cause. 100% of anything donated will go to support students like Omer, trying to improve their (and their family's) situation through hard work a

A special congratulations to Murad Subih, who recently presented his work at the 2023 Annual Meeting of the ORS (Orthopedic Research...

We should have posted this a little sooner but better late than never! Ebrahim Bamanger has been the Managing Editor of the International...