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Metallic letters on a stone wall reading "Philip A. Salem Academy for Lebanese Heritage" being unveiled by a group of people during a ceremony.
 

LAU has inaugurated the Philip A. Salem Academy for Lebanese Heritage, as it continues to preserve the nation's cultural identity, advance scholarship, and inspire future generations.

 
  
 
 

Redoubling Efforts for Women’s Rights

 
   
 
 
LAU President Chaouki T. Abdallah shaking hands with Lebanon's First Lady Nehmat Aoun in an office setting with the LAU and Lebanese flags in the background.
 
 
 

LAU and the National Commission for Lebanese Women have renewed their partnership to promote women’s rights and gender equality through scientific research, education, training, policy development, advocacy, and community action.

 
 
 

Alumni’s Scientific Excellence

 
   
 
 
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Dr. Elio Challita (BE ’15) and Mr. Harout Semerjian (BS ’93) are this year’s recipients of the Alumni Recognition Award and the Alumni Excellence Award, respectively, for their groundbreaking work in science, engineering, and biotechnology.

 
 
 

New MS in Finance and Accounting

 
 
 
 
 
 
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The new master’s blends theory with real-world applications, equipping students with the analytical and quantitative skills for a range of careers in finance, accounting, consulting, and related fields, as well as doctoral studies and research.

 
 
 

A New Generation of Pharmacists

 
   
 
 
Group of graduating pharmacy students wearing caps and gowns posing for a class photo in front of a banner that reads "Gilbert and Rose-Marie Chagoury School of Medicine, Class of 2026" at the Lebanese American University.
 
 
 

The Class of 2026 PharmD graduates, who persevered through uncertainty and crises, take the oath at their hooding ceremony to exemplify good citizenship and serve with ethics and compassion.

 
 
   
   
   
 
 
Group photo of graduates od the Clinical Simulation Diploma and faculty members posing on stage with certificates and green stoles in front of two screens displaying the word "Congratulations."
 
 
 
 

Lifelong Learning

LAU celebrated the graduation of the fifth cohort of its Clinical Simulation Diploma at the Byblos campus, honoring 31 graduates who completed six months of training in simulation-based education. Equipped with advanced simulation expertise, the cohort of physicians, nurses, pharmacists, residents, and educators could return to their institutions with new skills, shared practices, and a commitment to safer healthcare.

 
   
   
 
 

Shaping Global Anesthesiology

 
   
 
 
Portrait of Dr. Vanda Abi Raad
 
 
 

Dr. Vanda Abi Raad, clinical professor of anesthesiology and associate dean for Faculty Affairs and Development at the school of medicine, has been elected to the Council of the World Federation of Societies of Anesthesiologists, representing Africa and the Middle East.

 
 
 

Identifying a Parasitic Infection

 
   
 
 
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A study led by Dr. Charbel Al Khoury, assistant professor of microbial genomics, investigated newly detected cases of Halzoun syndrome, a parasitic infection associated with consuming raw or undercooked liver in North Bekaa.

 
 
 

Devising Electrical Solutions

 
   
 
 
A group of people observing and discussing a large industrial machine with a control panel in a factory setting.
 
 
 

As part of the Electrical Engineering Apps course, students went out into the field, working with communities and industry partners on real-needs projects and tackling specific engineering challenges.

 
 
 

Alumna Earns Prestigious Scholarship

 
   
 
 
Portrait of alumna Khadija AlAbed Allah.
 
 
 

Alumna Khadija AlAbed Allah (BS ’25) was among 300 international students out of 5,000 applicants to secure the France Excellence Eiffel Scholarship toward a master’s in materials chemistry, modelling, and advanced characterization techniques.

 
 
 


 
 

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Save the Date

 
   
 
 
 

Advances and Innovations in Clinical Medicine

August 28, 2026
8:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m.

LAU Medical Center–Rizk Hospital

 
 
 
 

Engaging Adolescents in Therapy

September 26, 2026
8:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m.

Nicol 406
LAU Beirut campus

 
 
 
 

Creative Interventions, Laughter Therapy, and Clown Doctoring

October 9 & 10, 2026, in AKSOB 903

October 16 & 17, 2026, in Gezairi Building 403

8:30 a.m.– 3:30 p.m.

LAU Beirut campus

 
 
 


 
 

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