Dr. Rachid Bendriss

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Rachid Bendriss is an Assistant Professor of Education in Medicine at Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar, where he also serves as Associate Dean for Foundation, Student Outreach, and Educational Development. He has a distinguished career in higher education, focusing on program development, educational marketing, and outreach strategies aimed at increasing student diversity and engagement in the medical field. He has been instrumental in creating innovative pathways and collaborations with community stakeholders, leading to a significant increase in the enrollment of local Qatari students in medical programs. Prior to his current role, he held positions at the University of Central Florida, including Assistant Director of the Center for Multilingual Multicultural Studies and a Faculty Development Specialist. Bendriss has earned a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Lancaster University and has actively contributed to numerous editorial boards and committees in the field of education. His research interests encompass higher education enhancement, internationalization, experiential learning, and educational leadership.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar • Doha

Teaching and leading outreach programs to increase diversity in medical education.

Associate Dean for Foundation, Student Outreach, and Educational Development

— Present

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar • Doha

Overseeing educational programs and collaboration with local educational institutions.

Associate Professor

— Present

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar • Doha

Promoted to associate professor after demonstrating excellence in education.

Lecturer

— Present

Weill Cornell Medicine-Qatar • Doha

Instructed courses while building relationships with students and faculty.

Awards

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Fulbright Award in International Education

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Florida Association International Education Award

Requirements for Cornell University

Master Program
Requirements
TOEFL
Listening
Required:15
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Overall
Required:7
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Architecture or related field
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Portfolio (SlideRoom)
  • Academic Statement of Purpose
  • Personal Statement
  • Transcripts
  • Two letters of recommendation
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

Department of Architecture