Board of Trustees
Our Board comprises a distinguished group of leaders and visionaries committed to advancing the university’s mission. With diverse backgrounds in academia, business, and public service, each trustee brings unique perspectives and expertise to guide our institution in its pursuit of excellence. Together, they shape the strategic direction of Global Studies University, ensuring an exceptional educational experience while fostering a culture of innovation and inclusivity.
Members of the Board:
H.E Muhadditha Al Hashimi
Chairperson, Sharjah Private Education Authority, Sharjah, UAE
Zahra Saeedi Baalawi
Independent Higher Education Consultant, Dubai, UAE
Dr. Fatima Al-Shamsi
Senior Economist, Novus Consulting Group, UAE
Chika Okeke-Agulu
Robert Schirmer Professor of Art and Archaeology and African American Studies; Director, Program in African Studies and Director, Africa World Initiative, Princeton University, USA
Manthia Diawara
Distinguished University Professor, Department of Comparative Literature and Cinema Studies, New York University, USA
Osama Daoud Abdellatif
Chairperson, DAL Group Company Ltd, Invictus Trading Company, DAFZA, Dubai, UAE
Abiy Yeshitla
CEO, Muleback Technologies, Aurora, Colorado, USA
Savitri Bisnath
Senior Director, Institute on Race, Power and Political Economy, The New School, New York, USA
Samallie Kiyingi
Global General Counsel for Standard Chartered’s Corporate and Investment Bank, Singapore
Lina Haggar
Art Consultant and Interior Decorator, Dubai, UAE