(MENAFN- Gulf Times) The Texas A&M University at Qatar Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) student chapter has won the Outstanding Chapter of the Year award for the Middle East region.
It was announced by SPE president Helge Hove Haldorsen this week.
The award is the highest honour for a chapter, recognising those who are exemplary in categories such as industry engagement, community service, operations and professional development. There are hundreds of chapters in the region and this is a "remarkable achievement for the Texas A&M Qatar SPE Student Chapter", according to a statement.
The student chapter works in close relation with the SPE Qatar Section and receives regular support under the patronage of Sheikh Faisal al-Thani.
Ahmed Rauf, chapter president, contributed to the award by organising events and winning regional competitions such as the Student Paper Contest and Petrobowl throughout the year. On campus, his team of student chapter officers organised events and engaged students and the community on a regular basis throughout their terms in office.
Rauf will travel to the US to represent Qatar at the International Student Paper Contest, the Petrobowl, and receive this prestigious award along with his team during the Student Awards Luncheon at SPE's Annual Technical Conference and Exhibition in Houston, Texas.
In Qatar, there are over 520 professional members and more than 200 student members at Qatar University and Texas A&M University at Qatar.
As one of many sections worldwide, SPE Qatar Section's mission is to collect, disseminate and exchange technical knowledge concerning the exploration, development and production of oil and gas resources and related technologies for public benefit and to provide opportunities for professionals to enhance their technical and professional competence.
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