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LAU’s IEEE Student Branch Ranked First in Lebanon

The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) Lebanon Section has awarded the LAU Student Branch first place for 2024 out of 22 national IEEE student branches. The branch’s record membership of 113 students and more than 25 events held throughout the year set a standard of excellence that resonated across the IEEE community in Lebanon. Members Taline Saad, Elian Rezk, Ghadi Eid, and Elissa Diab received the award from IEEE Lebanon Section Chair Nazih Moubayed during its General Assembly on June 14, 2025.

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LAU and LCPS Sign MOU to Advance Policy Research and Education

In a step to provide policymakers with evidence-based insights, LAU and the Lebanese Center for Policy Studies (LCPS), an independent non-profit think tank, signed an MOU to advance research, education and policy development via the university’s Department of Economics. The agreement will focus on innovation, capacity building and practical applications of policy and governance studies through joint research projects, hosting events and workshops, and developing educational material in public policy, among others.

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LAU Launches New AIChE Student Chapter

The American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE), a global leader in the profession, approved the LAU School of Engineering’s request to establish a new student chapter on May 25, 2025, which adds to other LAU chapters affiliated with major engineering societies such as the IEEE, ASCE and ASME. The AIChE chapter will enhance student engagement in chemical engineering and pave the way for a new campus club, offering undergraduates valuable leadership and project management opportunities through competitions, conferences, and networking. 

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Hyped for University Life

Thousands of high schoolers got a taste of the university experience during YOU@LAU, a series of full-day events showcasing the richness of academic and campus life at the LAU Beirut and Byblos campuses on May 17 and 24. Current LAU students, faculty and staff guided the young students through their fields of interest, gave them tours of the innovative learning spaces, acquainted them with the myriad possibilities for professional and personal development, and introduced them to campus activities through fun challenges.

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LAU Athletics Honors Its Own

Energy ran high across LAU’s Beirut campus on May 22 as more than 350 athletes and coaches from the Beirut and Byblos athletics offices gathered for the annual Athletics Dinner. For the first time, both LAU Sailors and Captains came together to celebrate a year of impressive achievements. Awards were presented to standout performers, with special recognition for injured and graduating athletes. LAU President Chaouki T. Abdallah, VP Elise Salem, Deans of Students, and Athletics Lead Director Joe Moujaes were on hand to mark the occasion.

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Ready to Speak Arabic?

This summer, LAU will host the latest edition of its SINARC Arabic Language and Culture program from June 9 to July 4. Led by expert faculty, the four-week intensive experience offers personalized instruction, authentic materials, and dynamic extracurriculars designed to deepen Arabic skills through practical learning. By blending language instruction with cultural immersion, the program connects students to Lebanon’s vibrant linguistic, historical, and social traditions. Applications are open until May 20.

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Staff and Retirees Honored for Decades of Dedication

LAU held a heartfelt Staff Service Recognition and Farewell Gathering on May 13 at the Beirut campus and May 14 at the Byblos campus to celebrate staff members marking 10, 20, and 30 years of service, and to bid farewell to this year’s retirees. LAU President Chaouki T. Abdallah acknowledged their lasting contributions, stating, “Universities are institutions that endure, but they endure because of the work of the unsung heroes.” He emphasized that LAU’s future depends on the continued unity, purpose, and excellence of its entire community.

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LAU Partners with RIT Dubai

Adding to LAU’s expanding roster of international partnerships, the School of Engineering has signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with RIT Dubai, a non-profit global campus of the prestigious Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) in New York, one of the leading tech-focused universities worldwide with over 185 years of history. The MOU paves the way for joint research projects, student exchanges, co-developed online courses, training programs, and collaborative funding and graduate assistantship opportunities to promote academic excellence, innovation, and global engagement.

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Students Gain Insights on Agentic AI from Industry Experts

The LAU School of Engineering hosted an insightful talk by representatives from Siliconcedars on April 28, 2025. At the event, students explored industry trends, potential career paths, and key skills needed to thrive in the evolving field of Agentic AI, a form of AI that can operate with autonomy and adaptability. The session highlighted the growing impact of this type of AI systems, offering students a glimpse into the future of intelligent technology.

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LAU Engineers Pitch their Projects

Multidisciplinary senior engineering students showcased their final-year projects at the annual Engineering Capstone Design Project Poster Competition on April 29, 2025. This annual tradition sheds light on the students’ designs and acquired knowledge, as they pitch their ideas to a panel of judges. The students were evaluated on the quality of their projects and posters, and their presentation skills. The top winners will receive cash prizes in recognition of their work at a later stage.

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