In a ceremony hosted by Times Higher Education (THE) on November 14, the American University in Dubai (AUD) was recognized and awarded the “Teaching and Learning Strategy of the Year” Award at the Education Awards MENA 2023 for seamlessly incorporating cutting-edge technology into student learning, coupled with innovative teaching and leadership in entrepreneurship. Whether through immersive VR labs or AI-driven solutions, AUD students excel in creating impactful projects addressing industry challenges, launching successful startups, and more. Judges commended AUD for the "overall coherence of its vision, the excellent implementation of technology and the clear, positive results achieved". By bridging academia and industry, AUD stands as a beacon of transformative education and industry engagement.