Lebanese Students Campaigned for Change in Parliamentary Vote
Lebanon’s recent parliamentary elections gave young people a chance to show their fervor for ousting a political class they see as corrupt.
Lebanese University Halts Classes After Guards Attack Professors’ Sit-In
The Lebanese University suspended classes after security forces assaulted teachers during a protest against unpaid salaries.
Lebanon’s Only Public University Seeks Financial Support to Survive
Described as “a great national asset” by one graduate professor, the Lebanese University faces collapse amid one of the worst financial crises anywhere.
Student Violence on Palestinian Campuses Leaves 1 Dead and Many Questions
Student violence that recently flared at three Palestinian universities may be linked to political movements beyond the campuses.
Sudan’s Universities to Reopen as Protests of Army Actions Continue
Sudan’s universities are resuming work for students’ sake, but academics continue to protest the army’s role in government. At least five students have died in protests.
Libyan Professors May Finally Get Raises Under New Agreement
Libyan professors have been promised raises before. Their syndicate tried a new approach this time that is expected to pay off.
Lebanese Education Sector Faces ‘Big and Grave’ Losses, Experts Say
Lebanon’s multiple crises have taken an invisible and immeasurable toll on education, researchers and professors say.
Sudanese Academics Join Protests of the Overthrow of Civilian Rule
Following last month’s military coup, Sudanese academics are again at the forefront of protests demanding the return of civilian rule.
Deadly Clashes in Lebanon Put New Strain on Education System
Street fighting in Beirut terrified schoolchildren and city residents, and put further strain on a school system already near collapse.
