Discrimination Against Female Researchers Still Exists, Says Astronomer Shadia Habbal
On International Women’s Day, the Syrian-born astronomer Shadia Habbal speaks to Al-Fanar Media about her journey to a distinguished career in science.
A Syrian-Born Scholar Reflects on Arab Efforts to Preserve Islamic Architecture
Nasser Rabbat leads the Aga Khan Program for Islamic Architecture at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. He applauds architectural preservation efforts but sees flaws in some plans.
Lebanese University President Confronts a Difficult Reality
Bassam Badran, president of the Lebanese University, spoke to Al-Fanar Media about the crises facing the institution and how he’s trying to deal with them.
Lebanese Education Minister Raises Alarm Over Crisis in Schools
Abbas Halabi, Lebanon’s education minister, is calling for urgent action to save the education system. Students have already suffered serious setbacks, he says.
Naouel Abdellatif Mami Strives to Raise the Global Profile of Algeria’s Setif 2 University
Naouel Abdellatif Mami, vice rector of external relations at Setif 2 University, believes in the importance of global collaborations and study abroad.
Kherieh Rassas Aims to Help Palestinian Students Compete Globally
A longtime educator and administrator at Palestine’s An-Najah National University, Kherieh Rassas works to build international ties that help students.
New Institute in Qatar to Enhance South-to-South Academic Collaboration
Northwestern University in Qatar aims to promote local knowledge production and research done by scholars from the Global South.
Egyptian Professor Wael Farouq Uses Music and Poetry to Teach Arabic in Europe
Wael Farouq, a professor of Arabic studies in Milan, says introducing non-native speakers to the rhythms and sounds of Arabic poetry and music facilitates language learning.
Omani Artist and Educator Fakhriya Al-Yahyai Inspires a New Generation
The Omani artist and academic Fakhriya Al-Yahyai tells Al-Fanar Media about her career in art practice and education.
Egyptian Sculptor Sayeda Khalil Embraces Contemporary Technology in Art
Modern artists cannot ignore contemporary technology, says the Egyptian sculptor Sayeda Khalil.
