Nov 09, 2026
Tech Oasis: Students Building the Future of Technology
Tech Oasis was held at KFUPM on November 4 and 5 as a student led platform dedicated to technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Over its two days, it welcomed more than 2,500 attendees. The event was led by the Electrical Engineering Club. The Computer Club, Control and Instrumentation Engineering Club, Physics Female Club, KFUPM Fab Lab, and Dream Realization Lab (DRL) joined as main partners and organizers. Together, the students brought different technical interests and areas of expertise into one experience, reflecting the importance of collaboration in developing solutions for a technology driven future.
Tech Oasis featured three main sections: Oasis Talks, Oasis Expo, and Oasis Race. While each section offered a different experience, they collectively connected knowledge with practice by giving participants opportunities to learn from experts, explore emerging ventures, engage with technology, and test their skills through competition.
Oasis Talks explored the technologies and ideas shaping the future. The program included the Hear Me Out competition final, a session on virtual, augmented, and mixed reality by Dr. Abdulaziz Takrouni, and the panel “Let’s Talk Quantum Computing.”
The focus on emerging technologies reflected the growing importance of equipping students with the knowledge and adaptability needed for a rapidly changing world. By bringing discussions on quantum computing, extended reality, entrepreneurship, and digital innovation to campus, Tech Oasis encouraged students to look beyond current technologies and consider the skills and ideas that will shape the future.
Oasis Expo featured 19 booths showcasing startups, student initiatives, research projects, and innovation focused organizations. It provided a space for visitors to discover technology driven solutions, connect with founders and innovators, and see how ideas can move from academic concepts into products, ventures, and practical applications.
Oasis Race added a competitive dimension to the event through an RC car racing competition, where drivers raced using VR headsets. Running alongside the talks and expo, the race highlighted the role of technology, teamwork, problem solving, and rapid decision making in creating engaging and practical experiences.
The event concluded with an awards ceremony recognizing the participants and contributors.
More than an event, Tech Oasis reflected what KFUPM students can achieve when they take the lead in creating opportunities for their community. Through their collective effort, the students transformed the campus into a space where technology was not only discussed, but explored, applied, and connected to future possibilities.
