One Global University Model: A Network of Equals
New York Institute of Technology was the first licensed American university in Abu Dhabi, and it’s been a pioneer in many other ways.
Muslim Ambassadors on an American Campus
Like it or not, women in the United States on Saudi study-abroad programs find themselves representing the Muslim world.
Seeking Soft Power, China Expands Activities in Arab Higher Education
A policy paper from the Chinese government on the Arab world proposes broad educational cooperation.
Why a Global Education Doesn’t Have to Mean Going Abroad
Domestic “study away” programs, often cheaper and more accessible than a course overseas, can expose students to diverse cultures closer to home.
Helping Arab Women Ease Into U.S. Campuses
International educators at a recent conference discussed ways to help Arab women become comfortable at U.S. universities.
Authorities Shut Down A Global Network of Fake Universities
The websites of a group of fake universities are silent after Pakistani law enforcement officials went after the network’s alleged ringleaders.
Some Arab Youth Study Abroad Close to Home
Increasingly, some Arab students prefer universities within the region rather than in Europe or the United States.
How Educators Could Help Journalists—and Themselves
The editor of Al-Fanar Media suggests ways that universities and education ministries could do a better job of sharing information.
To Make the World a Better Place, Teach Arabic
Learning the Arabic language can play a crucial role in achieving peace.
Egypt’s Bid for International Students Raises Eyebrows
Egypt plan to promote itself as an international education hub elicits skepticism, although some think it could succeed in the Arab and African markets.
