Submit your proposal hereWEP 2026 - Adaptation
Chaired by Professor Deanna Lacoste
Co- chaired by Professor Atif Shamim
The KAUST Winter Enrichment Program (WEP) is one of the signature events of KAUST’s academic year.
This annual program is shaped by selected proposals submitted by the KAUST community.
Deadline: May 22, 2025
The future we face is uncertain and dynamic. Climate events, health crises, economic shocks—these disruptions are no longer rare; they’re constant. But in times of upheaval, innovation emerges.
WEP 2026 will spotlight individuals and ideas that are rethinking how we live, learn, and thrive in a world of change. From cutting-edge technology to nature-based solutions, we want to explore the bold and brilliant ways people are preparing for an unpredictable tomorrow.
All KAUST community is invited to propose keynotes, panel discussions, workshops, field trips, events, films, and performances that connect to the theme of Adaptation in one or more of the following areas:
Technology • Economy • Health and Well-Being • Education • Nature