About Us
Al Khaleej is SMU's home for Middle Eastern culture, a space where curiosity meets community, and the warmth of the Gulf finds a place in the heart of Singapore. We are a diverse group of students united by a shared appreciation for the rich traditions, stories, and flavours of the Middle East. Through thoughtfully curated experiences, from henna and kebab workshops to cultural events, we go beyond the surface, inviting you to truly feel, taste, and live the culture. Whether you are from the region and missing home, or simply eager to explore something new, Al Khaleej welcomes you with open arms. 🌙
Key Events
- Henna Workshop
Create beautiful and intricate Henna designs with us! - Meet Us in the Middle (East)!
An interactive online adventure with fun quizzes and puzzles! - Tarhib Alshaay! (Welcome Tea)
A back-to-school tea party with music, food and conversations!
Our People in Action
Club Sessions
No regular trainings or meetings are applicable for the club. You are welcome to join games and events that are hosted by us, or in conjunction with ICON!
How To Join
Students do not need to audition to join the club, as we are a group of students that hopes to share a piece of culture with people of other backgrounds. Just be open-minded and curious about the Middle East.
FAQ
The club is for anyone and everyone interested in learning more about Middle Eastern culture. Race or ethnicity is definitely not a consideration at all so not to worry! Our Executive Committee consists of people from different nationalities.
You can become a member by joining one of our events during the semester! You can also reach out to us on our club email - alkhaleej@sa.smu.edu.sg and we can send you a link! Join our Telegram Channel to know more: https://t.me/+EDAaY-G3bH02YTVl.
Look out for our Executive Committee recruitment happening soon! You don’t need to know Middle Eastern Culture well - just come with an open mind and willing heart!
Depending on the number of events we plan to organise each semester, we will meet up 4-5 times virtually or physically to discuss the execution of our events each semester.
We are most active on our Telegram (https://t.me/+EDAaY-G3bH02YTVl) and Instagram, (@smualkhaleej). Through these avenues you can learn all about what we do as a club and some of our club events that are coming up soon! Feel free to send us a DM for any query you might have. You can reach out to us at any time through our e-mail, alkhaleej@sa.smu.edu.sg!