AUS Facts & Campus Life
In which year was the American University of Sharjah founded?
1997
Which Emirati astronaut was the first female Arab astronaut to go to space?
Nora Al Matrooshi
What does “FYP” commonly stand for on TikTok?
For You Page
“I got my peaches out in Georgia…”
👉 Who’s the singer?
Answer: Justin Bieber
This 2017 Latin song featuring Justin Bieber became the most-viewed YouTube video for years and is still among the most streamed songs worldwide.
👉 Answer: Despacito – Luis Fonsi & Daddy Yankee (feat. Justin Bieber)
What is the name of AUS’s mascot?
Leo/ Leopard
What is the UAE’s goal year for achieving net-zero carbon emissions?
2050
In gaming culture, what does “AFK” stand for?
Away From Keyboard
“It’s me, hi, I’m the problem, it’s me…”
👉 Guess the singer!
Taylor Swift
This artist broke records in 2023 with the song “Flowers”, which became the fastest song to hit 1 billion streams on Spotify.
👉 Answer: Miley Cyrus
Which AUS building is known for its unique triangular architecture?
Main Administration Building
Which UAE city recently inaugurated the world’s largest vertical farm?
Abu Dhabi
On social media, what does “ratioed” mean?
negative responses
“I’m unstoppable, I’m a Porsche with no brakes…”
👉 Who’s the singer?
Answer: Sia
In 2012, this global hit became the first YouTube video to reach 1 billion views, starting a viral dance craze.
👉 Answer: PSY – Gangnam Style
Which AUS building was designed to resemble a falcon in flight?
College of Architecture, Art, and Design Building
Which country recently won the 2022 FIFA World Cup?
Argentina
In gaming and meme culture, what does “pog” mean?
Excitement or amazement
“Levitating, I’m one of the greatest, ain’t no debatin’…”
👉 Who’s the singer?
Answer: Dua Lipa
“Blinding Lights” became one of the most successful songs of the decade and spent 90 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100. Which Canadian artist sang it?
👉 Answer: The Weeknd
Which AUS event involves students presenting innovative projects across multiple disciplines?
Student Research & Innovation Fair
Name the UAE satellite that explores Mars.
Hope Probe
Name a viral trend/challenge on TikTok that gained huge popularity in 2023.
#InvertedFilterChallenge
“I stay up all night, tell myself I’m alright…”
👉 Who’s the singer?
Answer: Alec Benjamin (Let Me Down Slowly)
This artist is the only female to have won the Grammy for “Album of the Year” three times, with her latest win in 2021.
👉 Answer: Taylor Swift