07/05/2026
Alumna Nisrine Mehdi Turns Regional Creative Success into Opportunity for LAU Design Students
From leading creative initiatives across the Middle East to mentoring the next generation of designers, LAU alumna Nisrine Mehdi (BA ’93) continues to shape the region’s cultural landscape through design, storytelling, and creative leadership.
As founder of Room-Five and co-founder of the Middle East Film & Comic Con, Mehdi has contributed to some of the region’s most influential cultural initiatives. Today, she is giving back by creating opportunities for emerging LAU designers.
Earlier this year, three LAU graphic design students were invited through a fully sponsored opportunity to participate in the Sikka Art & Design Festival 2026 in Dubai, gaining hands-on exposure to one of the region’s leading creative festivals.
Her journey reflects the power of mentorship, authenticity, and meaningful connections between education and industry.
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