Forum Explores Challenges for Youth Seeking Careers in Arab Media
Cairo University’s Arab Media Youth Forum brought together students, scholars and professionals to discuss how to prepare for careers in a changing field.
‘University for Seniors’: AUB Programme Helps Older Adults Stay Engaged
Participants over age 50 in the University for Seniors programme at the American University of Beirut are delighted to be learning and socialising.
Nabil El Kadhi: A University President Keeps an Eye on Programme Quality
The Tunisian academic Nabil El Kadhi became president of Khawarizmi International College, in Abu Dhabi, in June. He is leading an update of programmes there.
Amr Adly Is Honoured for Analysis of Failed Economic Reforms in Egypt
The economist Amr Adly received the Roger Owen Book Award for his study of Egypt’s pre-2011 economic liberalisation strategies.
Oman Boosts Climate-Change Studies in Wake of Deadly Storms
Citing increasing frequency of tropical storms in the Indian Ocean, Oman’s Sultan Qaboos University opens new environmental research units.
International Master’s Programme Tackles Climate Change in the Mediterranean
Eight universities in the Maghreb and three in Europe are participating in an international master’s degree on managing environmental change in the region.
Algeria Moves Closer to Dropping French in Higher Education
French, the language of the former colonial power, is under threat as Algerian officials insist on the use of Arabic by civil servants and encourage English in higher education.
Gulf Higher Education Conference Examines Post-Covid Trends and Strategies
International and Arab academics and leaders discussed the role of technology and the future of higher education in a rapidly changing post-pandemic world
Tough Issues Await Nathir Obeidat, New President of the University of Jordan
Nathir Obeidat recently became president of a university struggling with debt, Covid-19 hurdles, and other hotspot issues.
Jordan Looks to International Rankings to Improve Universities
The kingdom signed agreements with two producers of international rankings, Times Higher Education and QS, as part of an effort to raise university standards.
