His Highness The Deputy Amir Sheikh Abdullah bin Hamad Al Thani, who is also Chairman of Qatar University's Board of Regents, chaired Monday the board's fourth meeting for the 2014/2015 academic year.
The meeting took place at the Amiri Diwan. The council agreed to appoint Dr. Hassan Rashid Al Derham as new President of the University. They then thanked previous President Dr. Sheikha bint Abdullah Al Misnad for her efforts since assuming the post back in 2003.
The council also reviewed the issues on schedule which included a report on the university's projects and achievements during the 2014/2015 academic year. Other topics included the university's future plans in terms of scientific research and starting a PhD. in Business for the Business and Economy college.
The council took the necessary decision for the topics on schedule.