On Thursday, April 17, 2025, MA in Global African Studies students attended a mental wellness session organized by the Student Support team and led by clinical psychologist Dr. Jawaher Butti from University Hospital Sharjah.
Held at The Africa Institute auditorium, the session focused on managing anxiety and homesickness, offering students a supportive space to reflect on emotional challenges during their studies. Dr. Butti, who holds a Master’s in Clinical Psychology and has trained in child and family mental health, shared practical strategies drawn from her experience in psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
