Dr. Naeema Alhosani, obtained her Ph. D. (2009), and her M.A. (2005) in Geography “Cartography” from the University of Kansas, USA. Currently, she is department chair since Aug. 2017, as well as she was an assistant dean for student affairs in CHSS from 2013-2017. She has many awards. Her research interests are: Cartography, Maps & Mapping, Map Conception & Development, Map scale, Cartographic Design, Information Design, Practicum in Cartography, Problems in Production map, Cartography and Environment, GIS, Remote Sensing, and Education. Dr. Naeema has participated in many conferences (both regional and international) and research projects as well as maps publications, besides being a member of many professional committees. Also she is affiliated to many professional associations. She has various contributions at the departmental, College, University and Community levels.