Profiles
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Opinion
University Press Draws New Readers for Renowned Syrian Playwright
The late Saadallah Wannous explored the meaning of human liberation, both personal and political. His work has been collected now…
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News & Reports
An Art Exhibition Without Art
The curators of Past Disquiet, recently shown in Beirut, revisit a landmark 1978 exhibition held in solidarity with the Palestinian…
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News & Reports
Egyptian Artist Explores Themes of Identity and Belonging
Ibrahim Ahmed draws on his own multinational experience to make art that challenges societal constructs.
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Opinion
Leveraging U.S. College Scholarships for Syrian Students
The Syrian Youth Empowerment initiative guides high-school students in Syria through the U.S. college application process. Its cofounder George Batah…
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News & Reports
Cairo University President Leaves Legacy of Stability
Gader Gad Nassar steps down as president of Cairo University this month. His supporters say he has helped defend the…
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Opinion
A Conversation with Marlene Johnson, the CEO of NAFSA
Ms. Johnson has led NAFSA: Association of International Educators, the largest professional association dedicated to international educators, for 18 years.…
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Opinion
A Conversation With Boutros Boutros-Ghali, on Education
The editor of Al-Fanar Media recalls an interview with the one of the most internationally famous Egyptians of his age.
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Opinion
Conversation With Steven Salaita: A Controversial Scholar Reflects on His Move to Beirut
An American university fired Steven Salaita for anti-Israel tweets. Our writer catches up with him in Lebanon.
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Opinion
A Conversation with the LAU President: Education and Lebanon’s Future
Joseph Jabbra, the president of Lebanese American University, talks about steering his institution through difficult political and economic times.
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