House Speaker, Nabih Berri, on Monday received Dr. Michel Mawad, President of the Lebanese American University (LAU), at the second presidential residence in Ain al-Tineh. The visit, which marked the end of Dr. Mawad's tenure as president, was attended by a delegation including Dr. Elie Badr, Vice President for Business Development and Global Affairs; Roy Majdalani, Vice President for Administration; and Saad El Zein, Head of Strategic Communications at LAU. The meeting provided an opportunity to discuss various issues, particularly those related to education and higher learning. Source: National News Agency - Lebanon
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