A Conversation With Sari Hanafi: The State Of Arab Research
A prize-winning social scientist at the American University of Beirut talks about Arab research and the challenges it faces.
Iraqi Champion of Diversity, in a Discouraging Time
An Iraqi scholar says that tolerance and minority rights are an essential part of keeping societies strong.
A Conversation With Effat University President Haifa Jamal Al-Lail
Haifa Jamal Al-Lail spoke with Al-Fanar Media about the challenges Saudi universities face and the obstacles and opportunities for women in higher education.
A Conversation with Hanan Badr: Journalism’s Future in Egypt
A journalism professor at Cairo University discusses the profession’s outlook in the North African nation.
A Conversation With the Leader of the UAE’s Largest University
The chancellor of the Higher Colleges of Technology talks about the institution’s organization and teaching style.
A Conversation With Zahra Babar: Social Science Research in Qatar
A researcher interested in citizenship and families talks about taking on sensitive topics in Qatar.
A Conversation with IBM’s Naguib Attia: Revolutionizing Education
The chief technology officer at IBM Middle East and Africa talks about what the company looks for in graduates.
A Conversation with Jorge Sampaio, Head of the Global Platform for Syrian Students
The leader of an organization that seeks to help Syrian students is trying to get the numerous groups working on the issue to coordinate efforts.
A Conversation with Mahmoud Abo El-Nasr: Developing Egypt’s Schools
The man responsible for Egypt’s primary and secondary schools talks about the education ministry’s efforts to improve educational quality.
A Conversation With an Advocate For Academic Freedom
The president of Koç University in Turkey believes in hiring the best faculty members and then getting out of their way.
