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All around the world, American-style and liberal arts universities are progressively being established. Starting with the American University of Beirut, which was founded in 1866, to the new wave of liberal arts institutions taking root in Saudi Arabia, Ghana, and other locations in the 21st century, there is a palpable global appetite for the American style of higher education. This approach seeks to challenge the traditional, narrowly focused university education model.
Nonetheless, these institutions navigate a unique dynamic, striving to harmoniously blend different cultures. Therefore, the leadership in such universities is inherently tasked with managing these intricacies and potential tensions. In this enlightening book, the distinctive aspect of these universities is explored in greater depth. This is achieved through the narratives and experiences shared by their presidents, provosts, and other key academic leaders. Read more.