16.11 Other Student Services
16.11.1 Lost and Found
In case of the loss of personal belongings, students should report to SAA using the appropriate form. If students find items that do not belong to them, found items can be submitted to the Security Desk on the ground floor or to SAA. At the end of each semester, unclaimed items will be disposed of at the discretion of the university.
16.11.2 Transportation Services
Bus service to students is outsourced to accommodate the transportation needs of the students. This will depend on a pre-determined minimum number of 10 students requesting this service.
16.11.3 Services for Students with Disabilities
The goal of the University of Dubai is to ensure a comprehensively accessible university experience where individuals with disabilities have the same access to facilities, programs, opportunities and activities as all others.
16.11.4 Bookstore
The book store offers a range of materials such as textbooks, literature, magazines, newspapers and Stationery.
16.11.5 Student Lounge
Located on the 1st floor, the student lounge plays an essential role in the daily life of UD students. It is a place where students gather to relax and socialize with friends.
16.11.6 Prayer Rooms
Men’s and women’s prayer rooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floors. In most cases, evening lectures have a 20 minutes break for prayer, which is a part of the regular class break.
16.11.7 Recreational Facilities
UD has rented athletic facilities at Emirates Aviation campus (next to UD) as well at HCT Dubai campus for football pitch and with a football coach. In addition, UD has commence a basketball training league. UD is opening the door for the sports talented students and provide them with support whenever requested/needed. UD involve students to take part of the Higher Education Sport Federation Tournament “HESF”, Dubai Marathon and Table Tennis Tournament (which takes place at UD premises). UD has a plan to establish its own sports complex in the coming years.