In the Kingdom, the work week is Saturday through Wednesday, and Thursday and Friday are the weekend, with Friday being the day of prayer. We had another eventful day at work. Today was the career fair at the college, and we had the opportunity to talk to employers about career opportunities for the graduates. In general, we learned that employers like Dar Al-Hekma graduates because they tend to have very good English abilities and have the confidence that women who graduate from public colleges lack.
Since tonight is the exciting Wednesday night, we're going to hit up the most happening part of town -- the Red Sea mall! Apparently, the mall is so large that you can drive a golf cart in it. In fact, women are also allowed to drive these golf carts so it's one of the few place in the Kingdom where women can drive. Unfortunately, there doesn't seem to be much to do beyond shopping and eating here in Jeddah. A dialogue with a staff member at the school reflects this dilemma.
"What do you recommend to do beyond shopping and eating?"
"Starbucks -- you don't have to eat. You can just sit there."
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