Lorinda Grimshaw
@riyadhbound
American looking for information about Saudi Arabia
Forum posts
16
Contacts
7
About me
American
Lives in Farmington Hills, Michigan
Speaks Arabic
Registration: 13 August 2014
Activity
King Saud University: Women's clothing by riyadhbound
I understand that expats in Riyadh wear the abaya outdoors and in public places; however, what type of dress is allowed when working in King Saud University? I saw a picture showing that we are allowed to wear long skirts and long-sleeved blouses ...
Perfect! That's what I was hoping to hear. Thanks for your answer. Read More
King Saud University: Women's clothing
I understand that expats in Riyadh wear the abaya outdoors and in public places; however, what type of dress is allowed when working in King Saud University? I saw a picture showing that we are allowed to wear long skirts and long-sleeved blouses ... Read More
any english teachers from ksu? by twistinpatty
I am arriving in riyadh tomorrow - any expats from uk going to teach at ksu?:)
That's good to know! Read More
any english teachers from ksu? by twistinpatty
I am arriving in riyadh tomorrow - any expats from uk going to teach at ksu?:)
Hi Kate, I'm just wondering about arriving for the term late. Can you tell me how it goes with teachers who arrive after the term begins? I was told by ICEAT that they want me "on site" in the next 10 days, Lorinda Read More
Looking for teachers in King Saud University by riyadhbound
Hello everyone, I am still in the U.S. in the process of getting my visa so lots of paperwork and packing going on. I'm hoping to get to know some women who work at KSU or will work in the near future. I was hired through ICEAT but understand ...
I'm so happy to hear about your great experience. Do we need an invitation to the compounds to go to cafes and restaurants and attend classes? Read More
Single Women in Saudi by SingleinSaudi
Hello, I have a potential job offer to teach English In Hail, Saudi Arabia. I would like to hear from other unmarried expat women living in Saudi. What's your experience been like? What's it really like to live in Saudi Arabia as an unmarried ...
Thanks for this encouragement. I am planning on being self-sufficient and making friendships to get me through. I am determined to do this so I can jump start my career teaching adults in the university and this is a wonderful opportunity. I ... Read More
Single Women in Saudi by SingleinSaudi
Hello, I have a potential job offer to teach English In Hail, Saudi Arabia. I would like to hear from other unmarried expat women living in Saudi. What's your experience been like? What's it really like to live in Saudi Arabia as an unmarried ...
Thanks for the warnings. My daughters tell me the same thing! Read More
Single Women in Saudi by SingleinSaudi
Hello, I have a potential job offer to teach English In Hail, Saudi Arabia. I would like to hear from other unmarried expat women living in Saudi. What's your experience been like? What's it really like to live in Saudi Arabia as an unmarried ...
Thanks for the warning. I'm hoping I can deal with it there. I lived in the UAE for almost 18 years and I know that KSA is even harder, but I do have an idea about the life over there. Read More
any english teachers from ksu? by twistinpatty
I am arriving in riyadh tomorrow - any expats from uk going to teach at ksu?:)
I'm so glad to hear this. I look forward to meeting the teaching staff at KSU. Read More
Looking for teachers in King Saud University by riyadhbound
Hello everyone, I am still in the U.S. in the process of getting my visa so lots of paperwork and packing going on. I'm hoping to get to know some women who work at KSU or will work in the near future. I was hired through ICEAT but understand ...
Thanks. Are you with KSU or another university? Read More
Single Women in Saudi by SingleinSaudi
Hello, I have a potential job offer to teach English In Hail, Saudi Arabia. I would like to hear from other unmarried expat women living in Saudi. What's your experience been like? What's it really like to live in Saudi Arabia as an unmarried ...
Your advice is very helpful. I will be coming to Riyadh soon if I get the visa approved. Read More
Looking for teachers in King Saud University by riyadhbound
Hello everyone, I am still in the U.S. in the process of getting my visa so lots of paperwork and packing going on. I'm hoping to get to know some women who work at KSU or will work in the near future. I was hired through ICEAT but understand ...
Thanks for your feedback. I'm hoping to meet women to socialize with in Riyadh. Read More
this post is only for females :) by pozytywnamartyna
Hi guys, my name is Martyna, I'm from Poland. I'm here cause I'm looking for some new friends in Riyadh. I will get there in 10 days inshalah. If anyone is lonely there or want to meet someone to talk with and spend some time I just let ...
Hi Martyna, I have not arrived yet but should be coming in a few weeks. How is it going for you in Riyadh? Lorinda Read More
any english teachers from ksu? by twistinpatty
I am arriving in riyadh tomorrow - any expats from uk going to teach at ksu?:)
I'm American and will be in the foundations program at KSU if my visa is approved. Read More
any english teachers from ksu? by twistinpatty
I am arriving in riyadh tomorrow - any expats from uk going to teach at ksu?:)
Hello, I have also been hired by ICEAT to work at KSU. I'm still working on my papers however which could take some time. I hope to hear from you as it looks like we may be working together. I will be in the English foundation program. Have ... Read More