Baabda: Education and Higher Education Minister, Rima Karami, on Wednesday met the executive committee of the Association of Full-Time Professors at the Lebanese University, headed by Yahya Al-Rabee. The meeting focused on the file of contract professors seeking full-time appointments, the appointment of deans to complete the formation of the University Council, and follow-up on laws and decrees related to Lebanese University and its teaching staff.
According to National News Agency - Lebanon, the discussions aimed to address critical issues impacting the academic and administrative framework of the Lebanese University. The focus on contract professors highlights ongoing efforts to provide stability and career progression for the teaching staff. Appointing deans is seen as a crucial step towards ensuring effective governance and decision-making within the University Council.
The meeting also underscored the importance of implementing existing laws and decrees to enhance the educational standards and institutional integrity of the Lebanese University. Such reforms are pivotal in fostering an environment conducive to academic excellence and innovation.