When Yaser M. Kattoah arrived at Robert Morris University in 2014, he didn't just look for a seat in a classroom, he looked for opportunities to build global connections. From the airwaves of campus radio to interfaith community initiatives in Moon Township, Yaser’s journey at RMU stands as a powerful testament to leadership, cultural representation, and the enduring power of the Colonial spirit. Today he is looking to turn those past experiences into a future impact for graduates worldwide.

For Yaser, graduation was not the end of his relationship with RMU, but rather the beginning of a lifelong commitment. Yaser attributes much of his professional readiness to the exceptional educational environment at Robert Morris. 

“My close relationship with the professors at RMU had a profound impact on me. Their exceptional way of dealing with students and their ability to shape outstanding graduates taught me how great educators build individuals who will have significant roles when they return to their home countries.”

Following his time as a Colonial, Yaser channeled his RMU communication foundation and extensive specialized training, including a landmark organ transplant procurement diploma from the University of Barcelona and leadership credentials from the University of Oxford, into becoming a leading figure in Saudi Arabian healthcare. Today, he serves as the Administrative Coordinator for Kidney Transplantation at the Armed Forces Hospital in Taif, capping over two decades of distinguished service at major institutions like the King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre. 

A recognized academic authority with over 12 published scientific papers, Yaser actively shapes healthcare policy as a member of the National Committee of Organ Transplant Coordinators and a board member of the Organ Transplantation Society at King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health Sciences. His impactful work extends into digital advocacy through "Wafeek Al-Amal" (With You, Hope), a YouTube channel dedicated to providing vital psychological and educational support to organ failure patients and their families.

Yaser’s time on campus was driven by a deep commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding and showcasing Saudi culture. Spotting an opportunity with RMU Radio, he helped launch the university's first-ever Arabic-language radio program, run entirely by Saudi students. The initiative earned two prestigious Golden Mic Award nominations, a legacy that remains displayed on campus at the Academic Media Center today. Yaser credits his faculty mentors for their essential support in making this vision a reality.

Beyond the campus boundaries, Yaser spearheaded a community service exchange with a local churches on behalf of the Saudi Students Club. What began as a collaborative volunteer effort to clean and organize the facility evolved into weekly shared activities and mutual respect. The relationship grew so strong that members of the community visited  RMU's Ann & Alvin Rogal Chapel to attend lectures and events that celebrated cultural differences.  Yaser notes that these profound experiences taught him that true success is built not just on academic knowledge, but on initiative, teamwork, and adaptability.

As he continues to carry the university's values of leadership, integrity, and service into his career, Yaser encourages current students to fully invest in their own RMU journeys. He urges them to make the most of every moment, engage deeply, and volunteer, reminding them that the university offers countless opportunities to those who seek them.