Lebanese American University

The Lebanese American University is a leading, non-sectarian, private higher education institution in Lebanon. It operates under a charter from the Board of Regents of the University of New York. It is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.

Lebanese American University is committed to academic excellence, student-centeredness, civic engagement, the advancement of scholarship, the education of the whole person, and leaders' formation in a diverse world.

In both plannings for its future and conducting its ongoing daily activities, LAU seeks to act in a manner that is guided by a deep-rooted sense of shared ethical values and aspirations. Built upon this foundation, Lebanese American University:

• Draws its fundamental inspiration from the devotion of its Presbyterian Founders always to seek the Truth, respect human dignity, promote gender equality, and be inclusive
• Provides educational opportunities as one university with multiple campuses, each with distinctive gifts and attributes
• Commits to academic and service excellence throughout the institution
• Demonstrates dignity and respect for and from the Board, faculty, staff, and students in word and indeed
• Celebrates the accomplishments and contributions of all members of the LAU community
• Succeeds because its people take pride of ownership and are held accountable for their actions
• Works together as an extended family community that reflects the highest ethical and moral standards
• Enables individuals to find their own spiritual and personal fulfillment while ever sensitive to the changing global village in which they live
• Promotes the students' social connectedness to the country of Lebanon and encourages their commitment to social justice and democracy.

Its mission and values drive the Vision of Lebanese American University. The Vision for LAU will be carried out through:

• Providing access to superior education for diverse undergraduate and graduate students and lifelong learners
• Attracting and retaining distinguished faculty who excel in teaching, research, and community service
• Enrolling and retaining academically qualified and diverse students
• Embracing liberal arts in all curricula
• Creating opportunities for rigorous research and the dissemination of knowledge
• Developing a close-knit community that excels academically, is intellectually stimulating, and is religiously, ethnically, and socio-economically diverse
• Attracting and retaining a highly qualified staff committed to excellence in service