Université La Sagesse launched an initiative to offer academic scholarships. During a ceremony, which 90 scholarships were awarded to 66 students. These scholarships covered between 50%, 75%, and 100% of tuition fees based on the students’ grades from the spring and fall semesters. Some of the high-achieving students received two scholarships.

The event took place at the main campus in and was attended by the President Professor Georges Nehme, members of the University Council, Dean of Student Affairs Father Dr. Milad Aboudd, Director of the Student Affairs Office Ziad Najjar, the scholarship recipients and their families, along with members of Université La Sagesse from both the administrative and academic bodies.

In his speech, Professor Nehme stated that the academic scholarships are part of the university’s policy to provide student services. Under this policy, 20% of the annual budget is allocated to scholarships and other forms of assistance, aiming to support students and offer equal opportunities for academic achievement.

Professor Nehme explained that Université La Sagesse managed to overcome the financial crisis that erupted in 2019. Faculty salaries have regained 100% of their pre-crisis value, while current tuition fees for students represent only 60% of what they were before the crisis that many other institutions have not been able to achieve.

He added that Université La Sagesse is proud of all its students without exception and stands by each one of them by offering the highest quality education at a thoughtfully calculated cost. He also said that Université La Sagesse wants its students to be prepared not only to enter the job market but also to serve our nation, Lebanon. This is a core goal of the university and one constantly emphasized by the Chancellor of Université La Sagesse, His Excellency Monsignor Boulos Abdul Sater, the Maronite Archbishop of Beirut.

Professor Nehme pointed out that Université La Sagesse, founded in 1875, is one of the three oldest universities in Lebanon alongside the American University of Beirut and Université Saint Joseph. Its founder, the late Archbishop Youssef El Debs, envisioned it as a place for dialogue, peace, and the promotion of human values. Professor Nehme added that this venerable history entails great responsibilities: to preserve this distinguished institution and to ensure its growth through scientific research and by keeping pace with modernization, institutional requirements, and evolving teaching methodologies and skills.

Professor Nehme affirmed that the university has been implementing a strategic five-year plan (2021–2026), which will be accomplished ahead of schedule, allowing for the preparation of a new five-year plan (2026–2031) that will address more goals and challenges and align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

He also highlighted major achievements in this area, noting that the university has worked to attract highly qualified and professional teaching staff to offer the best educational experience. He mentioned that Université La Sagesse is continuing its pursuit of accreditation from leading international bodies to enhance its academic standing, while also strengthening partnerships with international universities to provide students with opportunities for academic exchange.

The president also noted several initiatives aimed at fostering student initiative and helping them integrate into the job market, including through the Center for Continuing Education and the Pôle de l’Université La Sagesse pour l’Entrepreneuriat, in collaboration with the Université de Lorraine. He emphasized the importance of the university’s inclusion center, which supports students with special needs by ensuring their right to education and preventing the loss of their talents and skills.

He also announced that a multidisciplinary policlinic will open this coming summer to provide healthcare services to the university community, including faculty, staff, employees, students, and their families. All these efforts reflect Université La Sagesse’s social, human, and ethical commitment to the society, in addition to its academic mission.

Scholarships Policy
Mr. Ziad Najjar, Director of the Office of Student Affairs, elaborated on the university’s scholarship policy. He explained that in addition to the academic excellence scholarships, the university offers scholarships to students who excel in the French and Lebanese Baccalaureate exams by exempting them from part of the first semester tuition. It also offers financial support based on the student’s social situation, in line with the directives of the Chancellor of Université La Sagesse, His Excellency Monsignor Boulos Abdul Sater, the Maronite Archbishop of Beirut.

Université La Sagesse Music Club
The event also featured musical performances by the Université La Sagesse Music Club, a new initiative founded by a group of students with the support of the administration, to encourage cultural and student activities.

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