On 21/9/1437 AH, Prof. Falleh Al-Solamy began his duties as rector of King Khalid University. His Excellency Rector Al-Solamy immediately met with all senior leadership, several administrators, and numerous members from the community.

On his first day in office, Rector Al-Solamy sent telegrams to the Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince His Royal Highness Prince Nayef bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, and Deputy Crown Prince His Royal Highness Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud. In his message, Rector Al-Solamy thanked them for the great confidence they have in him to lead King Khalid University.