AUB Office of the President

In this week's President's Perspective, Dr. Fadlo R. Khuri reflects on AUB's momentum, the resilience of its community, and the importance of finding strength in one another amid life’s challenges.
Drawing inspiration from the Eagles' Desperado, he reminds us that even through difficult journeys, we are never alone, and that there is always reason for hope, gratitude, and connection.
"As the song reminds us, 'It may be rainin', but there's a rainbow above you.'"
Read this week's President's Perspective: Desperado.
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AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri joined members of the AUB alumni community in Sydney, Australia, for an evening of reconnection and conversation, celebrating the enduring bonds that unite AUB graduates across generations and continents.

The gathering reaffirmed the strength of the AUB family worldwide and the vital role of its alumni in sustaining the University's legacy and advancing its mission.

VITAL 2030 puts research and knowledge at the service of everyday needs. AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri highlights the importance of making reliable information and support accessible, empowering people to make healthier choices that reflect their individual circumstances.

AUB President Dr. Fadlo Khuri attended the Australian Lebanese Foundation’s 2026 Scholarship Dinner at the University of Sydney on November 4, joining Professor Nassim Nicholas Taleb as a guest speaker.
Dr. Khuri shared reflections on evolving lessons in leadership, highlighting the importance of academic excellence, creating opportunities for future generations, and strengthening the educational and cultural ties between Australia and Lebanon.

"It was an honor and a pleasure to meet with His Excellency Sheikh Thani bin Hamad Al-Thani to discuss ways to strengthen the existing partnership between the Qatar Fund for Development and the American University of Beirut, and explore new avenues of collaboration in support of the education and health sectors. Looking forward to working together to build a better future for all."
AUB President Fadlo R. Khuri