Happening tomorrow! Join AUB's Dr. Ghassan Abu Sittah and Princeton's Eliza Griswold for Conversations from Beirut: “The Biosphere of War,” hosted by the Princeton Bobst Center–AUB Collaborative Initiative. Wednesday, October 22, 4:30 pm Beirut / 9:30 am EST. Join: tr.ee/biosphere

Lebanon runs on generators—but that dependence may be quietly fueling a public health crisis. New research from AUB's Dr. Hassan Dhaini links toxic diesel emissions to one of the world’s highest bladder cancer rates, revealing a warning that could reach far beyond Lebanon. Read: tr.ee/generator 🛟

Missed yesterday’s webinar on Lebanon–Mexico relations? Watch Migration, Integration, and Diplomacy to learn why Lebanese migrants chose Mexico more than a century ago, how they helped shape its history, and how AUB’s ties with the country continue to grow. Watch: tr.ee/oct16 #AcademicSky

What if the cure for tomorrow’s infections is hiding beneath our feet? AUB's Antoine Abou Fayad just discovered four new bacterial species in Lebanese soil—three never seen before. Read more: tr.ee/allies 🧪🛟

How did ancient Egyptians live—and eat—thousands of years ago? AUB’s Dr. Claire Malleson is using AI to uncover remarkable details from preserved plant remains on Elephantine Island, revealing daily habits and lessons for sustainability today. Read more: tr.ee/archAI 🏺

56 current faculty members of the American University of Beirut have been recognized among the world’s top 2% most-cited scientists in the updated science-wide author databases of standardized citation indicators, further marking AUB research excellence and global visibility. Read: tr.ee/topcited

What drew Lebanese migrants to Mexico 150 years ago, & how did they build new lives there? In honor of 80 years of diplomatic relations between Mexico and Lebanon, join us October 16 for a webinar on how early Lebanese communities adapted to their new home—& helped shape it. RSVP: tr.ee/octwebinar

Congratulations to architect and AUB alumna Lina Ghotmeh (BArch ’03 with distinction) on being named to the TIME100 Next 2025 list! This honor celebrates leaders shaping the future—redefining influence, breaking paths, and inspiring transformation across generations. #Architecture

From student-led recitals in Assembly Hall to stages across Lebanon & Cyprus, the AUB Classical Music Club has become a cultural force redefining how classical music is experienced. Since 2019, the club has built on AUB’s long tradition of classical music to keep the art alive. Read: tr.ee/classical

We’re proud to share that Dr. Faysal El Kak has received the prestigious Honoris Causa Fellowship from the Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynecologists! This honor celebrates his global impact in advancing women’s healthcare & reflects AUBMC’s mission to lead w/ excellence & compassion. 🛟 #MedSky

Have you caught up on this month’s AUB@Work? Visit tr.ee/sept25 for: 📌 Rebuilding trust in Middle Eastern institutions through reform 📌 Silica nanoparticles capturing & recycling toxic pollutants 📌 AI models making fracking less harmful to aquifers 📌 Geothermal simulations advancing clean energy

This week’s Student Spotlight features Roy, a senior Mechanical Engineering student minoring in Economics, whose leadership, research, and global engagement have left a lasting impact on campus and beyond. #AcademicSky #EduSky

What if clean energy was right beneath our feet? AUB Professor Elsa Maalouf and her team have developed a faster, more affordable way to design geothermal systems—bringing this hidden power source within reach for more communities. Read: tr.ee/geothermal #AcademicSky 🧪🌎

Thank you to everyone who joined us at yesterday’s panel! Our panelists explored the roots of public distrust, the risks of failing to restore it, and the vital role of civic engagement, empowerment, and the rule of law in rebuilding legitimacy and social cohesion. Watch: tr.ee/sept18 #AcademicSky

When crises hit, how do communities step up? As governments transform, what role do citizens play? These are just some of the big questions Dr. Tania Haddad explores—and now it’s your turn to ask her! 👉 Reply with your questions for Dr. Haddad! #AcademicSky #PoliSciSky

Last chance to sign up! Will you be in NYC for UNGA? Join us on September 18 at AUB’s New York office for a timely panel discussion on restoring stable statehood in the Middle East. Reserve your spot: tr.ee/statehood #NYC #UNGA

This week’s Student Spotlight features Dana, a senior in Political Studies whose leadership, research, and achievements in international affairs reflect her commitment to women’s rights and inclusive public policy. #AcademicSky #EduSky

Congratulations to our AUB alumnus Jad Mohammad el-Dana (BA Economics ’16) on his spectacular $61,000 win at the Florida Coast Equipment CSI4* Grand Prix! Riding his champion horse Itchcock des Dames, he delivered two flawless rounds and a lightning-fast 39.56-second jump-off. #Equestrian

From algorithms to architecture, Arab scholars helped shape the foundations of modern science, medicine, and culture—yet their legacy is too often overlooked. Learn more: tr.ee/ifiblog #AcademicSky #MENA

Welcome back! New and returning students filled our campus with energy and excitement this week as we kicked off the new academic year, as captured by our Office of Student Affairs. Here’s to a year of learning, growth, and connection! #AcademicSky #EduSky

Don't miss this insightful conversation on rebuilding a stable statehood in the Middle East, co-hosted by SPA and @DiscoveringAUB.bsky.social. Panelists: SPA Prof. @AbouAssi.bsky.social, AUB Profs. Tania Haddad and Simon Neaime. 🗓️9/18 🕑 12-1 PM📍New York City 👉 bit.ly/4oX9rQs

Registration is open! Join us on September 18th at our New York office for a timely panel discussion on restoring stable statehood in the Middle East. Reserve your spot here: tr.ee/statehood #AcademicSky #EduSky #UNGA

For this week's Student Spotlight, we’re welcoming our new cohort of Mastercard Foundation Scholars! They’ve been busy with orientation activities on campus as they prepare to kick off the academic year. Learn more about AUB's MCF program: tr.ee/mcf #AcademicSky #EduSky

AUB's Good Governance and Citizenship Observatory recently hosted a panel discussion which examined the drivers, mechanisms, and future impacts of reform, advancing dialogue on good governance across the Arab region. Watch: tr.ee/vision2030 #AcademicSky

AUB’s Dr. Aram Yeretzian joins Majd Fayyad to discuss Net Zero in MENA—what’s driving or slowing progress, the power of energy efficiency, and why deep retrofits are a climate game-changer. Featuring a look at the design of our Charles Hostler Student Center! Watch: tr.ee/MENA #Architecture

"Both failure and luck are very important in research." — Sir Richard J. Roberts Join AUB’s TrEd program on Thursday, Sept 11 at 11AM ET for a talk with Nobel Laureate Sir Richard J. Roberts as he shares his path to the Nobel Prize! #AcademicSky

SAVE THE DATE! Don't miss this insightful conversation on rebuilding a stable statehood in the Middle East, co-hosted by SPA and @DiscoveringAUB.bsky.social. Panelists: SPA Prof. @AbouAssi.bsky.social, AUB Profs. Tania Haddad and Simon Neaime. 🗓️9/18 🕑 12-1 PM📍New York City 👉 bit.ly/3V5ixNj

For this week's #MedMondays, we're proud to spotlight AUB’s Dr. Jihane Soueid, winner of the 2025 IBRO Rising Stars Award—the first for a scientist from Lebanon! The award supports her neurodegeneration research and Lebanon’s first zebrafish research facility. #Neuroscience #MedSky 🧪

Save the Date! Join us on September 18th in New York City for a thought-provoking conversation on how to restore stable statehood in the Middle East. Stay tuned for registration details! #AcademicSky #UNGA2025

This week's Student Spotlight features Anji Bou Ezzeddine, a Medical Laboratory Sciences junior whose leadership in civic initiatives is fostering inclusion, resilience, and unity across the AUB community. Keep an eye out for these spotlights every other week! #AcademicSky #EduSky

An MRI machine that looks like a pirate ship? Human-Centered Design uses metaphor to spark new thinking and create more empathetic, human solutions. Hear more in the full podcast episode from MSFEA: tr.ee/HCD #MedSky 🛟

Can AI drive ethical and inclusive progress in Lebanon? IFI's latest working paper lays out a responsible AI roadmap tailored to Lebanon’s unique social and political context—framing AI as both a technical and social project rooted in trust, equity, and local realities. Read: tr.ee/AILebanon #AI

Congrats to AUB alumnus Hasan Hadi (BBA ’14), director of A President’s Cake, which won the Directors’ Fortnight People’s Choice Prize at the Cannes Film Festival. He made history as the first Iraqi filmmaker selected for the prestigious event. Read: tr.ee/cannes #FilmSky

In a significant recognition of regional leadership & expertise, @wellcometrust.bsky.social has selected Dr. Shadi Saleh, founding director of AUB's Global Health Institute, to contribute 1 of 5 global proposals that will help reimagine & reshape the future of global health. Read: tr.ee/shadisaleh 🛟

AUB and the Zaha Hadid Foundation are proud to announce the Zaha Hadid Scholars Program for architecture students at AUB. It honors the life and legacy of AUB alumna Zaha Hadid, who received AUB’s highest recognition, an honorary doctorate, in 2006. Read: tr.ee/zahahadid #Architecture #AcademicSky

This week’s Student Spotlight features Mohamad Ali Wehbe, a Biology graduate and incoming med student, whose leadership, creativity, and passion for science and music have left a lasting mark on campus. #AcademicSky #EduSky

AUB Pres. Fadlo R. Khuri delivered the keynote at the 2025 Debates & Didactics in Hematology & Oncology in Georgia, tracing 25 years of cancer care—from limited chemo to breakthroughs in targeted therapy, immunotherapy, & early detection—while addressing access & future treatment. #MedSky #OncoSky

What’s the future of healthcare—and how are we preparing tomorrow’s leaders? Dr. Raymond Sawaya shares how AUB is advancing medical education through innovation, global health leadership, and a focus on prevention and crisis readiness. Watch: youtu.be/B9b4enW324c #MedSky #MedEd #AcademicSky #EduSky

Meet Ahmad Safie: AUB student. National athlete. Record-breaker. #AcademicSky #EduSky #SportSky

For this week's #MedMondays, we’re proud to spotlight AUB’s Dr. Souha Kanj, recently named in an international publication as one of the women shaping the future of antimicrobial stewardship. Her work in research, policy, and advocacy continues to drive change in the fight against AMR. #MedSky

How is AUB shaping the future of medical education? Dr. Raymond Sawaya shares how innovations like the PRIME program and a new Department of Medical Education are helping AUB’s Faculty of Medicine stay ahead. Watch: youtu.be/VPDPRhr52I0 #MedSky #MedEd #AcademicSky #EduSky

This week’s Student Spotlight features Sophia Jalkh, a recent AUB Environmental Health graduate whose leadership, research, and advocacy for climate justice and public health have earned her multiple awards and recognition. #AcademicSky #ClimateSky #GreenSky 🛟

Congratulations to AUB’s Dr. Lilian Ghandour, Chair of Epidemiology and Population Health, on her appointment to the WHO Technical Advisory Group on Alcohol and Drug Epidemiology. This prestigious role reflects her global leadership in substance use and mental health research. #EpiSky 🛟

Dr. Assaad Eid is transforming how we understand and manage diabetes. At AUB, he leads groundbreaking research—from noninvasive glucose monitoring to the use of AI in diagnostics—while mentoring the next generation of scientists. Watch: youtu.be/BwjO1_108Ks #MedSky #AcademicSky 🧪

We are proud to recognize AUB alumna Nada Hamadeh (BBA ’95) on her appointment as Lebanon’s Ambassador to the United States! A seasoned economist and leader, Ambassador Hamadeh has had a distinguished career at the World Bank, leading global efforts on food security and prices. #EconSky

A landmark global trial led by AUB’s Dr. Ali Taher marks a breakthrough in thalassaemia care. Published in The Lancet, it’s the first to show effective oral therapy for alpha and beta non–transfusion-dependent thalassaemia. Read more: tr.ee/mitapivat #MedSky

From heartfelt tributes at the Honoring Ceremony to unforgettable nights of music, laughter, and connection on the Green Oval—including a show-stopping concert by Nancy Ajram—the AUB Reunion 2025 united alumni from around the world in celebration and connection.

This week's Student Spotlight features Ahmad Akhdar, a recent AUB graduate with a BS in Medical Laboratory Sciences and a passion for leadership, research, and education. #EduSky #AcademicSky

Congrats to AUB’s Dr. Faysal El Kak, elected president of the World Association for Sexual Health for 2025–29—the first from outside the Americas, Europe, or South Africa. A respected clinician, educator, and advisor, he’ll help advance global sexual health and rights. #AcademicSky #MedSky

Every year, AUB hosts the largest student-led festival in the MENA region—AUB Outdoors! This year’s 41st edition brought together 729 student participants, making it another unforgettable success. #EduSky #MusicSky