A Path Into Elite U.S. Universities for a Few Arab Students
A handful of American institutions consider international applicants without checking their finances.
Would Your Mother Want You to Marry a Professor?
One measure of the status of university professors: Ask a mother if it is all right for her child to marry one.
The Economic Struggle of Public-University Professors
In academe, those who teach the majority of Arab youth often have difficulty paying their bills.
Graphic and FAQs: Arab Public-University Salaries
A graphic summarizes the economic position of public-university professors in Arab countries and the editors explain how the survey was conducted,
University of Jordan Seeks Independence Through Investment
The University of Jordan hopes to generate revenue through new buildings on its campus that will hold stores, supermarkets, and apartments.
U.S. Agency Waffles on International Higher Ed Partnerships
A major U.S. aid agency came close to backing out of its commitments to higher-education programs in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Moroccan Universities Must Begin to Charge Tuition
An analyst argues that the time has come for Moroccan public universities to start asking students for fees.
New Egyptian Government Gives Academics a Strong Role
The interim cabinet has many members who are professors better known for their academic expertise than their political affiliations.
After Two Revolts, Egypt’s Energetic Youth Deserve a Better Education
Egypt’s young people have toppled two inept governments. With a proper education, they could help revive the country, says Farouk El-Baz.
Lebanese Universities: A Battle of Quality and Quantity
A rapid expansion of private universities since the civil war has left Lebanon with plenty of universities and lots of questions about quality.
