In a constant endeavor to enhance collaboration between academia and the media industry, the University of Doha for Science and Technology (UDST) and the Doha Film Institute (DFI) have officially announced the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU). In a statement, UDST said that the strategic partnership is designed to foster collaboration, focusing on training and education, program development, and community outreach activities. The partnership will especially benefit students in the Bachelor of Science in Digital Communication and Media Production (DCMP) program, offering budding media and film enthusiasts training and volunteering opportunities as well as access to advanced educational resources from DFI. The MoU, signed by President of UDST Dr Salem Al Naemi, and CEO of DFI Fatma Hassan Al Remaihi, establishes a comprehensive framework for cooperation across various domains, further supporting UDSTs mission to provide its students with applied learning opportunities and real-world industry exposure. (QNA) page 3