(USP III) Cooperative Agreement Number AID-268-12-00002

Lebanese American University

University Scholarship Program (USP III) Cooperative Agreement Number AID-268-12-00002

SEMI-ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT REPORTING PERIOD: September 2018 – March 2019

SUBMITTED TO: UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID)

Contents University Scholarship Program (USP III) ...... 1 Cooperative Agreement Number AID-268-12-00002 ...... 1 I. Impact Summary as of March 2019: ...... 3 II. Project Summary: ...... 4 III. Detailed Progress: ...... 5 A. Advising and Registration: ...... 5 B. Monitoring of Scholars: ...... 5 a. OCE ...... 5 b. Student Mentors ...... 5 c. Academic Coordinators ...... 5 d. Student Support/Tutoring ...... 6 e. Academic Progress ...... 6 f. Enrichment Activities: ...... 9 1. Clubs & Enrichment Activities: ...... 9 V. Planned Activities ...... 128 VI. Work Plan: ...... 132 VII. Quotes form Scholars: ...... 133 VIII. Appendix 1: ...... 133 IX. Appendix 2: ...... 133

I. Impact Summary as of March 2019: Total number of Total Total Total Total Total Total number scholarships number of number of cumulative Cumulative cumulative of scholars disbursed to-date scholars scholars number of Number of number of who dropped (T = E+G+D) enrolled who scholars who Graduate scholars who during this i.e. number of during graduated graduated to- Scholars who dropped reporting initially enrolled this this date under are throughout the period scholars as per reporting reporting the program Employed entire program This number award target + period period (=G) duration (=D) includes any replacement (=E) (report only (report on the This number drop-out related students who on the total includes any to any reason = substituted drop- number of cumulative drop-out related drop-outs outs after the first students number of to any reason = during this academic who scholars who drop-outs quarter only semester + new successfully graduated from during this additional completed the program quarter + scholars through the program successfully cumulative total cost- this quarter; including number of savings. Typicall this is NOT during this drop-outs y, this is indicator a cumulative period and all during past number 1 in your number of previous reporting PMP, except that all students reporting periods the number is not who period) the revised target successfully post drop-outs. graduate)

USP(1) 61 0 0 58 44 3 0 USP(2) 65 0 0 63 52 2 0 USP(3) 116* 21 0 88 55 7 0 USP(4) N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A USP(5) 61 0 0 56 36 5 0 USP(6) 45 9 17 35 12 1 0 USP(7)–Cycle I 73 69 0 0 0 4 1 USP(7)–Cycle II 75 73 0 0 0 2 1 USP(7)–Cycle III 46 46 0 0 0 0 0 Total USPs at 542 218 17 300 199 24 2 your university *21 USP 7-Cycle 3 scholars are allocated under the budget of USP III till the end of March 17, 2019.

(Available on a separately attached document, refer to PMP of USP III)

II. Project Summary:

1. Duration: The agreement with USAID started on September 18, 2012 and the project will last until September 18, 2018, and was extended until March, 17, 2019. 2. Funding: The amount of the award is $9,544,647 and LAU cost sharing amount is $4,772,576 3. Objectives: LAU to enroll as of Fall 2013 & Fall 2018, 85 & 21 respectively financially needy and academically qualified Lebanese public high school students across Lebanon respecting the following: a. Gender diversity b. Obtained a minimum of 12/20 on the Lebanese Baccalaureate official exam. c. Met LAU admission requirements d. Vetted as per USAID requirements 4. Key Achievements:  Between October 2018 and December 2018: At the end of Fall 2018: o 3 scholars (14.2%) were on the High Distinguished list (cumulative GPA 3.8 or above) o 4 scholars (19.0%) were on the Distinguished list (cumulative GPA between 3.5 and 3.79) o 3 scholars (14.2%) were on the Honors list (cumulative GPA between 3.20 and 3.49) o There were no scholars on probation.

III. Detailed Progress:

A. Advising and Registration: Between October 2018 and December 2018, 21 USP III scholars registered for Fall 2018 with full time loads, and 21 USP III scholars pre-registered for Spring 2019 with full time loads.

Between January 2018 and March 2018, 21 USP III scholars registered for Spring 2019 with full time loads.

Appendix 1 details the registration loads of the scholars as they stand currently. The scholars have been in regular contact with their academic coordinators and have been receiving proper advice and direction.

B. Monitoring of Scholars: A plan has been devised for the monitoring of scholars in order to ensure that they will maintain good academic standing and graduate on time. This plan is made up of multiple stakeholders who are working with the scholars in order to ensure their well being:

a. OCE The Outreach and Civic Engagement at the Lebanese American University oversees the execution of the program and ensures successful implementation, supervises orientation, enrichment activities, and media coverage, and works closely with the academic coordinators on USP curricular progress.

b. Student Mentors Each scholar has been assigned a student mentor whose main job is to make sure that the scholar is doing well scholastically and that he/she is not facing any problem. The student mentor is a junior or senior student of the same major who has demonstrated leadership skills. He/she helps the scholar in issues related to his/her every day life: dorms and adjustment on campus.

c. Academic Coordinators All scholars have academic coordinators. Each academic coordinator is mainly responsible for:  Advising students before registration on the course load to carry each semester;  Advising students in their courses and class work;  Monitoring the academic progress of students;  Helping the students to cope with academic challenges.

5 d. Student Support/Tutoring Whenever deemed necessary, USP scholars receive support and tutoring from LAU student support centers such as the Cooperative Learning Center, the Writing Center, and the Academic Computer Center in addition to the counselors and professional career and academic advising coordinators in the Deans of Students’ Offices in both Byblos and Beirut.

e. Academic Progress In December 2018, Fall semester came to an end, and by then the instructors had sent three progress reports for Fall 2018. The reports were studied and, when needed, proper advisory action was taken. The reports demonstrated that all USP III scholars are performing well and progressing normally.

Out of 21 USP III scholars:  9 scholars are expected to graduate in Spring 2021,  3 scholars are expected to graduate in Fall 2021,  9 scholars are expected to graduate in Spring 2022.

It is important to note that out of 21 students enrolled in regular classes, and as of the end of Fall 2018 semester:

 17 scholars (80.9%) have a cumulative GPA of 3.0 or above  3 scholars have a cumulative GPA between 2.0 and 2.99  13 scholars (61.9%) have a major GPA of 3.0 or above  1 scholars have a major GPA between 2.0 and 2.99  1 scholar has a cumulative GPA below 2.0  7 scholars have no major GPA Moreover, it is important to note that no one has a Major GPA below 2.0 & 1 scholar has a cumulative GPA below 2.0

End of Fall 2018 USP III Cum GPA Major GPA Number of Number of GPA Range Percentage Percentage Students Students 4.0 3 14.2% 6 28.5% 3.5-3.99 6 28.5% 2 9.5% 3.2-3.49 3 14.2% 3 14.2% 3.0-3.19 5 23.8% 2 9.5% 2.5-2.99 1 4.7% 0 0.0% 2.0-2.49 2 9.5% 1 4.7% 0.0-1.99 1 4.7% 0 0.0% No GPA 0 7 Dropped out 0 0 Number of Students 21 100% 14 100% with GPA Total number of 21 21 Students

During the January–March period, instructors sent two progress reports for Spring 2019 semester. The reports were studied and, when needed, proper advisory action was taken. The reports demonstrated that:  17 scholars are performing very well and progressing normally,  3 scholars have a grade below C in 1 course,  1 scholar has grades below C in 2 courses.

Special Cases:

 Case of USP III scholar (ID#: ****04222) (major: Information Technology Management) USP III Business ITM student has a cumulative GPA 1.69 and major GPA 2.33. Upon enrollment in Fall 2018 under Mechanical Engineering, the scholar failed 3 major courses by the end of the semester; therefore, she was advised to change majors. Accordingly, she changed her major to Business ITM in Spring 2019. In Spring 2019, she registered 15 credits. If she does not raise her cumulative GPA above 2.0, she will enter into first probation if she does not raise her grades.

 Case of USP III scholar (ID#: ****05655) (major: Computer Engineering) USP III Computer Engineering student has a cumulative GPA 2.08 and major GPA 3.33. Due to her poor performance in Fall 2018, the scholar was advised to change majors, but she didn’t. In Spring 2019, she registered 18 credits. If her cumulative GPA or major GPA drops below 2.0, she will enter into first probation if she does not raise her grades.

 Case of USP III scholar (ID#: ****05337) (major: TV & Film) USP III TV & Film student has a cumulative GPA 3.25 and major GPA 3.33. In Fall 2018, The scholar had a good academic standing. In Spring 2019, she registered 16 credits. Due to psycho-social issues, she was admitted into the hospital. Her current situation might affect her academic performance for Spring 2019. She might be at risk of dropping out if her situation does not improve.

f. Enrichment Activities: 1. Clubs & Enrichment Activities:

Number of Activity Date Description participants Town Hall meetings are held so that scholars are able to get a clear 4-Sep-18 overall picture of their rights and USP III Town Hall Meeting - obligations; also, they get to meet (12F;3M) 5-Sep-18 face to face with the USP team whereby they receive answers for all their questions and concerns. The Astronomy Club and the LAU Night Hike at Qurnat USP III 7-Sep-18 Survival Team organized a Night As Sawda' (2F) Hike at Qurnat As Sawda. The speaker held a motivational From Hardship to speech as a person who faced true USP III Success - Motivational 7-Sep-18 hardships in life and how he (1F;2M) Talk worked his way to success. The Cycling Club organized a USP III Beirut Fun Ride 7-Sep-18 bicycle ride in Beirut. (1F) The Astronomy Club at LAU USP III Stargazing 8-Sep-18 organized this stargazing event. (1F;1M) The USP scholar embraces the USP III Zaffe Dancing 8-Sep-18 cultural heritage through art form (1F) of dance. USP VII scholar minoring in Performing Arts directed his own USP III Sep-18-10 "عزيمة لسانات”: Play play "3azimat Lsanat" that was (2F) performed Al- Madina theatre. The Lebanese American University organized a Club Sign Up day as joining university clubs is an 13-Sep-18 essential part of student life. It USP III Club Sign Up Day - helps students develop their (1F) 14-Sep-18 personality, skills and to interact with other students and organizations in their field. In the occasion of the World Cleaning Day, the Environmental Tannourine Cleaning Club in Tannourine, in USP III 15-Sep-18 Day collaboration with Lebanon (4F;3M) Reforestation Initiative organized this cleaning campaign. The Communication Art USP III Basic Boot Camp 15-Sep-18 Department instructor Samer (2F)

Number of Activity Date Description participants Beyhum organized this boot camp.

The Institute for Women’s Studies in the Arab World and the Department of Communication Arts at the Lebanese American USP III Ta'Sakena Play 17-Sep-18 University organized this play. (2F;1M) The Arabic language performance was followed by a panel discussion on mental health and the use of drama to highlight gender issues. Fire drills and safety training are currently being performed on a yearly basis for residence hall Safety Training at occupants on both campuses and USP III Residence Hall – 17-Sep-18 for Natural Sciences Department (1F;2M) Byblos Campus students in order to familiarize them with available safety components and procedures to be followed during emergencies. An LAU school of engineering alumni and University of Oxford graduate gave an overview and Programs Creating USP III 19-Sep-18 exploration of the latest Other Programs! (2F;4M) techniques on Artificial Intelligence – based programming and program synthesis. The ASME Club organized this session to introduce its members USP III ASME Meet-up session 19-Sep-18 to all their yearly events including (1F) workshops, field trips, Automotive Engineering Day and Euro Trip. The Outreach and Civic SSS - The 7 Habits of Engagement Unit (OCE), in Highly Effective coordination with the Offices of USP III People® by 21-Sep-18 the Dean of Students, hosted its (5F;3M) FRANKLINCOVEY CO. – 19th workshop as part of the "SOFT Byblos Campus SKILLS SERIES - SSS". This Lebanese cultural event was USP III Lebanese Day 21-Sep-18 organized by the Cedars Club. (2F;1M) To celebrate a Goodbye Summer in City Picnic “The Urban style, Mindwhisk Events spread USP III 22-Sep-18 Edition” their grass in the HEART of Beirut, (1F) for City Picnic “The Urban Edition”

Number of Activity Date Description participants at Beirut waterfront.

This dinner was organized by the USP III Pot Luck Dinner 25-Sep-18 Residence Hall. (4F;1M) The Astronomy Club organized a USP III Astronomy Workshop 25-Sep-18 stargazing event and taught (1F) students how to use the telescope. The Lead Career Guidance Officer gave a Career Guidance Workshop USP III Career Exploration 26-Sep-18 in order to teach the students the (2F) skills they need to master before they enter the working world. The LAU Athletics Department hosted their annual "Are You In" USP III "Are You In" 26-Sep-18 event on the occasion of the (1F;1M) international day of university sports featuring Wael Arakji! A graduate from the Hult International Business School which initiated the idea of Hult Hult Prize Opening USP III 26-Sep-18 Prize shared her insights on start- Ceremony (1F;3M) ups consultancy, discussed potential ideas to work on and showed the right path to success. The Department of Arts & Design held its annual student photo exhibition. The exhibition included Student Photo USP III 27-Sep-18 a selection of photos related to Exhibition (1F;1M) projects by students from various photography courses of the academic year 2017-2018. The Outreach and Leadership Academy of Saida (OLA) organized R.O.A.D: Reach Out in collaboration with R.O.A.D a USP III 27-Sep-18 And Dazzle volunteering journey to share (2F) activities with children (teaching, playing and reading). The Lebanese Association of Food Scientists and Technologists, in 27-Sep-18 collaboration with the Nutrition LAFST Second Annual USP III - Program at the Department of Conference (1M) 28-Sep-18 Natural Sciences, organized their annual conference, which featured prominent speakers from Lebanese

Number of Activity Date Description participants universities along with representatives of the food industries. The Lead Career Guidance Officer 1-Oct-18 gave a Career Guidance Workshop Career Guidance USP III - in order to teach the students the Presentation (2F;1M) 9-Oct-18 skills they need to master before they enter the working world. Imagine Workshop and Concert Series presented the opening of the pre-residency workshops: Creative Writing Workshop by Creative Writing USP III 1-Oct-18 Actor and Writer. This workshop Workshop (1F) was the lead to a series of 4 workshops in creative writing, creative dance, theatrical makeup, and acting. The Lebanese American University held its 3rd International Education Week. Embassies, International Education 1-Oct-18 International Institutions, and International USP III To Education Week Universities from abroad took part (3F) 4-Oct-18 in this event in order to present their Country/University and all international opportunities available to the LAU community. The Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit (OCE), in SSS - Mental Candy - coordination with the Offices of USP III 3-Oct-18 Beirut Campus the Dean of Students, hosted its (2F) 20th workshop as part of the "SOFT SKILLS SERIES – SSS. This workshop was organized by Goal Setting Strategies 3-Oct-18 the Career Guidance Office who USP III Workshop - Byblos - discussed how to identify personal (1F;3M) Campus 4-Oct-18 goals and how to set your goals using specific strategies. How to Detect a Liar: This lecture was organized by the Non-Verbal School of Arts and Sciences and USP III 5-Oct-18 Communication and presented by an expert in body (1F) Deception language. LAU Simulation The Outreach and Civic USP III 6-Oct-18 Programs Inauguration Engagement unit, in collaboration (2F;1M)

Number of Activity Date Description participants Ceremony with United Nations Foundation, Global Classrooms, Hariri Foundation for Sustainable Human Development, and National Council on U.S.-Arab Relations, held the opening ceremony of the GC LAU Model United Nations 14th Annual High School Conference & 9th Annual Middle School Conference, the LAU Model Arab League 8th Annual High School Conference & 3rd Annual Middle School Conference, and the LAU Model European Union 3rd Annual High School Conference. Green Environment Movement Cleaning Up Mtein’s organized this cleaning campaign USP III 6-Oct-18 Forest to clean a beautiful area that has (1F) just been classified as a reserve. In the occasion of the World Space Week the Astronomy Club celebrated the Lebanese Astronomy/Stargazing community of space and USP III 6-Oct-18 Night astronomy, where many (1F) astrophotography and astrophysicists shared their amazing success stories. The Office of the Dean of Students USP III Baskinta Apple Festival 7-Oct-18 invited all students to attend this (1M) apple picking and hiking event. Imagine Workshop and Concert Series presented a dance workshop. Participants of all levels Creative Dance and ages were invited to reconnect USP III 8-Oct-18 Workshop to their unique expression and (1F) bodies, explore and develop their creative capacities, movement and performing skills in dance. The Adnan Kassar School of Business hosted a lecture by LAU Are Robots Killing USP III 9-Oct-18 Alumnus, president and data Jobs? (1F) anthropologist at Rebaie Analytics Group. LAU Fit Fair 10-Oct-18 This event was organized by the USP III

Number of Activity Date Description participants Office of the Dean of Students and (1M) the Athletics Department to encourage healthy lifestyle, training, and proper nutrition while promoting against the abuse of supplements. This workshop was organized by Goal Setting Strategies the Career Guidance Office who USP III Workshop – Beirut 11-Oct-18 discussed how to identify personal (1F;1M) Campus goals and how to set your goals using specific strategies. The Environmental Club organized Environmental Club its yearly meeting and introduced USP III 11-Oct-18 Meeting the new members to the mission (1F) and vision of the club. Connect With Your This panel discussion was Future: Al Masaood Oil presented by the General Manager USP III 11-Oct-18 & Gas Company and HR Manager of Al Masaood Oil (1M) Presentation & Gas company. The Alice Ramez Chagoury School of Nursing in collaboration with Jbeil Municipality held several USP III Awareness Campaign 12-Oct-18 health awareness activities to shed (1F) light on high blood pressure, diabetes and breast cancer. Imagine Workshop and Concert Series presented a theatrical Theatrical Makeup makeup workshop. This workshop USP III 12-Oct-18 Workshop covered all the basics needed to (1F) create a full character ready for the stage. The Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit (OCE), in SSS - Mastering Self- coordination with the Offices of USP III 15-Oct-18 Regulation the Dean of Students, hosted its (2F) 21st workshop as part of the "SOFT SKILLS SERIES - SSS". This workshop was organized by the Career Guidance Office and Communication across presented by a qualified consultant USP III Personalities – Beirut 16-Oct-18 in the Birkman Method, NLP (2F) Campus Practitioner, Time Line Therapy™ Master Practitioner, and founder and manager of Core Change.

Number of Activity Date Description participants As part of the HULT prize initiatives, the former Lebanese Seminar About Minister of Labor gave an insightful USP III Unemployment in 17-Oct-18 discussion about unemployment (1F;2M) Lebanon ratios and its causes in Lebanon, as well as the potential solutions. The Cycling Club organized a USP III Beirut Fun Ride 18-Oct-18 bicycle ride in Beirut. (1F;1M) The Outreach and Civic engagement Unit at LAU is cooperating with NGO MMKN for MMKN Teaching the 7th year in the realm of USP III 18-Oct-18 Program recruiting and training LAU (1F) students to teach reinforcement sessions in public schools for Grades 8 & 9. The LAU Astronomy Club and Byblos Scouts organized this USP III Orionid Meteor Fiesta 20-Oct-18 spectacular event to observe both (2F;1M) Orionid Meteor shower and Uranus at opposition. "Cycles of Collapsing Progress" is a contemporary art exhibition, in partnership for Mexico with the Cycles Of Collapsing Anissa Touati Corporation and is USP III 20-Oct-18 Progress co-organized by BeMA - The Beirut (1M) Museum of Art and Studiocur/art, under the patronage of the Ministry of Culture of Lebanon. The President of the Syndicate for Computer Sciences in Lebanon presented the benefits of joining Join For a Lifetime of USP III 22-Oct-18 the Syndicate for the graduates of Benefits! (1F) ITM, MIS, Computer Science, Bioinformatics, and Computer Engineering. This panel discussion organized by Connect With Your the career guidance office, gave Future: Panel USP III 23-Oct-18 the students the chance to learn Discussion for (1F) about the skills needed and job Nutrition opportunities in the nutrition field. Safety Awareness This gathering was organized by USP III Club's Annual 24-Oct-18 the Safety Awareness Club to (1F) Gathering introduce its main activities and

Number of Activity Date Description participants road safety workshops. This Career Guidance office workshop was about providing tips Ace Your Interview USP III 24-Oct-18 and advice on what to do before, Workshop (2F) during, and after sitting for a job interview. The office of the Dean of Students organized this event that included USP III Jui Jitsu Art 24-Oct-18 performance and demonstration of (1M) self-defense techniques. This workshop was organized by the Career Guidance Office and Communication across presented by a qualified consultant USP III Personalities – Byblos 25-Oct-18 in the Birkman Method, NLP (2F;1M) Campus Practitioner, Time Line Therapy™ Master Practitioner, and founder and manager of Core Change. This awareness event was Sexual Transmitted organized by the Lebanese Red USP III 25-Oct-18 Infection Cross-LAU on sexual transmitted (1F) infections. Imagine Workshop & Concert Series IWCS organized a music Music and Movement USP III 26-Oct-18 education workshop for Nabaa Workshop (1F) refugee camp children by Rachel Naomi Kudo and LAU students. Operation Big Blue Association Beach Cleaning USP III 28-Oct-18 organized a Beach Cleaning Activity Activity (3F;1M) at Ramlet El Bayda. As part of the Wellness Week organized by the Psychology Club, in collaboration with Animal Rights, Sports and Nutrition USP III 29-Oct-18 Engineers without Borders, and Workshop (1F;1M) Dance Club, the nutritionist gave a talk on sport nutrition and tackled dieting myths. This workshop was given by a Certified Professional from the CV and Motivation Society of Human Resource USP III Letter Writing – Byblos 29-Oct-18 Management to teach the students (2M) Campus the latest techniques of how to write a professional CV and Cover Letter.

Number of Activity Date Description participants The Pre-Med & Nutrition Clubs organized a breast cancer Breast Cancer awareness event. An awareness USP III 30-Oct-18 Awareness Day session was held by the “Barbara (3F;1M) Nassar” cancer support association. The Rite of Spring” is a multidisciplinary performance of modern music, modern dance and staged readings. The story of a young virgin female who gets chosen in a pagan ritual of Spring Awakening. The female is asked to 30-Oct-18 dance herself to exhaustion USP III The Rite of Spring - surrounded by the elderly men and (1F;1M) 1-Nov-18 eventually dying from dancing. They sacrifice her to propitiate the god of spring. The young female represents many of us who sacrifice themselves to open doors to others, bring life, please society, and fit in. The Outreach and Civic SSS - The 7 Habits of Engagement Unit (OCE), in Highly Effective coordination with the Offices of USP III People® by 31-Oct-18 the Dean of Students, hosted its (2F) FRANKLINCOVEY CO. – 22nd workshop as part of the Beirut Campus "SOFT SKILLS SERIES - SSS". The D-Stress event was organized USP III D- Stress Event 31-Oct-18 by the Red Cross Club at LAU to (3F) help students relieve their stress. As part of the Wellness Week organized by the Psychology Club, in collaboration with Animal Rights, Legal Rights in Case of USP III 31-Oct-18 Engineers without Borders, and an Arrest (1F;1M) Dance Club, students were informed about their legal rights in case of an arrest. As part of the Wellness Week organized by the Psychology Club, in collaboration with Animal Rights, USP III Eating Disorder 31-Oct-18 Engineers without Borders, and (1F;1M) Dance Club, MEEDA organized a lecture about how to recognize

Number of Activity Date Description participants disordered eating and how to cultivate healthy eating habits. The OCE and the Department of Education cooperated with NGO MMKN Teaching MMKN to recruit and train LAU USP III 31-Oct-18 Program Students to teach reinforcement (1F) sessions in Public Schools for the 9th Grade classes. The Rotaract Club of LAU Byblos Closing the Breast organized this awareness campaign USP III Cancer Awareness 31-Oct-18 and all its proceeds went to the (1F) Month Lebanese Breast Cancer foundation. The Institute for Women's Studies Breaking Down in The Arab World in collaboration USP III Barriers: Women and 1-Nov-18 with the Human Rights club (1F) Political Participation organized this panel discussion. The Residence Hall organized this USP III Halloween Party 1-Nov-18 party. (2F;1M) The Environmental Club at LAU organized a movie screening of the documentary: “Before the Flood”. The documentary talks about the USP III Learn With Leo! 1-Nov-18 actor Leonardo DiCaprio who (1F) meets with scientists, activists and world leaders to discuss the dangers of climate change and possible solutions. The School of Architecture & Skies: Human Design organized its keynote Experience of Nature USP III 1-Nov-18 lecture titled: “Skies: Human Evoked in New Media (1F) Experience of Nature Evoked in Art New Media Art”. Portes Ouvertes: The Lebanese artist displayed his USP III Samir Khaddage 2-Nov-18 art through an exhibition. (1F) Gallery As part of the Wellness Week organized by the Psychology Club, in collaboration with Animal Rights, Dance Therapy USP III 2-Nov-18 Engineers without Borders, and Workshop (1F) Dance Club, the psychotherapist gave a dance and movement therapy workshop.

Number of Activity Date Description participants ACCESS organized their annual ACCESS Halloween USP III 3-Nov-18 Halloween Party at Riviera Hamra Party (1F) Hotel. Assistant Camera This workshop was organized by a USP III 3-Nov-18 Workshop senior TV and Film student. (1F) This reforestation was organized by Reforestation in USP III 4-Nov-18 the Lebanon Reforestation Qaraoun (3F) Initiative. This workshop was given by a Certified Professional from the CV and Motivation Society of Human Resource USP III Letter Writing – Beirut 6-Nov-18 Management to teach the students (1F;1M) Campus the latest techniques of how to write a professional CV and Cover Letter. Scholars volunteered in ROAD in R.O.A.D: Reach Out order to contribute in broadening USP III 8-Nov-18 And Dazzle the cultural and educational skills (1F) of underprivileged children. The speaker outlined the works he did throughout his career, ranging from etching, sculpture, and installations to buildings and artistic interventions. The lecture USP III Paper Architecture 8-Nov-18 elaborated on how drawing the (1M) imaginary can be a form of speculation that informs creative thinking, as both expression and a method of learning and discovery. The Communication Arts department organized this USP III Multi-cam training 9-Nov-18 workshop and trained students on (1F) different cameras. This event was held to help LAU students majoring in Nutrition Connect With Your explore their potential career paths Future: Panel USP III 9-Nov-18 by interacting with professional Discussion for (2F) leaders working in this industry Nutrition who discussed current labor market trends and career paths. The Communication Arts USP III Editing workshop 10-Nov-18 department organized an editing (1F) workshop.

Number of Activity Date Description participants Hundreds of LAU runners and volunteers joined the Beirut Marathon to support patients in need. This year the marathon’s BLOM Bank Beirut USP III 11-Nov-18 proceeds went to the National Marathon 2018 (3F) Organization for Organ & Tissue Donation & Transplantation (NOD), which is fighting to help patients receive life-saving care. Street Jazz with This event was organized by the USP III 12-Nov-18 Anthony Nakhle Dance Club. (1F) The Ethics in Action event was USP III Ethics in Action 12-Nov-18 organized by the I in Ethics Club. (1F) Enhance your LinkedIn This workshop was organized by USP III Profile Workshop– 14-Nov-18 the Career Guidance office. (1M) Byblos Campus Diabetes Awareness This diabetes awareness event was USP III 14-Nov-18 Day organized by the Nutrition Club. (1F) Representatives from Deloitte & Your Career With Touche, a multi-national consulting USP III 14-Nov-18 Deloitte company and one of the big 4 gave (1F) this recruitment presentation. LAU People’s Society in collaboration with Universal Peace USP III Child Labor 14-Nov-18 Federation and Himaya organized (1F) this panel discussion. The English Department in collaboration with the Page Turner USP III Literature Day 16-Nov-18 Club celebrated the Literature Day. (1F) The event included games, scavenger hunt and book donation. The office of the Dean of Students The Prophet’s Birthday USP III 19-Nov-18 organized this event to celebrate – Byblos Campus (1F) the Prophet’s Birthday. The UNESCO, Citizenship, Photography, Armenian and Independence Day – Human Rights clubs invited USP III 19-Nov-18 Beirut Campus students to raise the Lebanese flag (1F) and celebrate the Independence Day. The office of the Dean of Students Independence Day – USP III 21-Nov-18 organized this event to celebrate Byblos Campus (1F) the Independence Day.

Number of Activity Date Description participants The office of the Dean of Students The Prophet’s Birthday USP III 21-Nov-18 organized this event to celebrate – Beirut Campus (1F) the Prophet’s Birthday. A theater adaptation of Emily Nasrallah’s classic Birds of September – a story about USP III Birds of September 22-Nov-18 migration and tragic young love. (1F) Directed by the Associate Professor of Theater. This panel discussion was held by Connect With Your professionals from Dar Al- Future: Panel USP III 27-Nov-18 Handasah, Manoukian E.P.QS & discussion for Civil (1M) Construction Management, & D.G. Engineering Jones. The Department of Communication Vocal Masterclass with USP III 27-Nov-18 Arts organized this vocal Christine Moore (1F) masterclass. This fun day was organized by the USP III LAU Fun Day 28-Nov-18 Athletics Department. (1F;1M) Connect With Your Professionals from EMDC and Future: Panel Murex held this panel discussion USP III discussion for 28-Nov-18 for the Computer and Electrical (3F;1M) Computer & Electrical Engineering students. Engineering Connect With Your Professionals from Dar Al- Future: Panel Handasah, RCG International, and USP III discussion for 28-Nov-18 Switch Group held this panel (1F) Mechanical discussion for the Mechanical Engineering Engineering students. The Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit (OCE), in SSS - MENTAL CANDY coordination with the Offices of USP III 29-Nov-18 – Byblos Campus the Dean of Students, hosted its (1F;1M) 23rd workshop as part of the "SOFT SKILLS SERIES - SSS". The AIE Club set up this event, full USP III Communicate Better! 29-Nov-18 of games, to help students (1M) enhance their communication skill. The Astronomy Club organized this USP III Hidden Dimensions 29-Nov-18 talk by professor of physics at LAU. (2F) The Computer Science Club organized this workshop to inform USP III GIT Workshop 29-Nov-18 students about GIT, how it helps (1M) them, and how to use it.

Number of Activity Date Description participants In collaboration with Kafa, the Social Work and the Psychology Movie Screening: USP III 30-Nov-18 Clubs screened a movie to raise Against Me (1F) awareness about violence against women. Imagine Workshop and Concert Series presented a sensory-friendly USP III Christmas Carols 1-Dec-18 Christmas concert for individuals (1F) with autism. The Outreach & Civic Engagement Anghami, a Tale of Unit (OCE) in coordination with the USP III Passion, Persistence 4-Dec-18 Offices of the Dean of Students (8F;5M) and a lot of Sweat hosted its 24th SOFT SKILLS SERIES (SSS) workshop. The Residence Hall organized this USP III Christmas Party 5-Dec-18 Christmas Party. (2F;1M) The Institute for Women’s Studies Fighting Gender-Based in the Arab World and the United USP III Discrimination with 6-Dec-18 Nations Economic and Social (1F) Arts Commission for Western Asia hosted this roundtable discussion. Rotaract members visited an USP III Orphanage Visit 16-Jan-19 orphanage in Ghedres. (1F) The Lebanese Red Cross and Safety Awareness Clubs in collaboration with Kunhadi organized this USP III Youth for Road Safety 23-Jan-19 awareness event. The event (1F) included a talk and a representative from Kunhadi. The Department of Architecture & Design held its student photo End Of Semester USP III 23-Jan-19 exhibition for the end of the Exhibition (1M) semester of Fall 2018 for Design III & Design B students. The Cycling Club organized a USP III Beirut Fun Ride 24-Jan-19 bicycle ride in Beirut. (1F) The Outreach & Civic Engagement SSS - How to Maximize Unit (OCE) in coordination with the USP III Time and Minimize 29-Jan-19 Offices of the Dean of Students is (5F;1M) Stress hosting its 25th SOFT SKILLS SERIES (SSS) workshop. 29-Jan-19 The Institute for Women's Studies Safety Is Bold… Guard USP III - in the Arab World organized this Yourself (5F) 30-Jan-19 self-defense workshop to

Number of Activity Date Description participants demonstrate the strategies and techniques for ultimate self- defense. Residence Halls Trip The Residence Halls organized its USP III 2-Feb-19 To the Cedars annual snow trip. (1F) GC LAU MUN Middle 2-Feb-19 GC LAU Model United Nations held USP III School Final - its two-day Middle School Final (1F) Conference 3-Feb-19 Conference. The School of Engineering organized its annual LAU 7-Feb-19 LAU Engineering Week Engineering Week (LEW), a full USP III To 2019 week of activities destined only for (1F;1M) 15-Feb-19 the SOE students, faculty and clubs. The Bioinformatics Club at LAU Introduction to R organized this workshop that USP III programming 5-Feb-19 covered the basics of using R as a (1M) workshop programming language, in addition to some basic data visualization. Recent Evidence on the Effects of Sugar The Department of Natural USP III 7-Feb-19 Intake on Human Sciences organized this seminar. (1F) Health Imagine Workshop and Concert Series presented a workshop entitled Performance Technique Performance USP III 8-Feb-19 Workshop. This workshop Technique Workshop (1F) highlighted tools of scene building and ways of integrating music with it. As part of its Food for Thought Women's 11-Feb-19 monthly series, the Arab Institute USP III Empowerment - for Women at the Lebanese (1F) Challenges 12-Feb-19 American University hosted this lecture. This play was organized by Shemlan Welfare Social Institution USP III Beit L Kell 13-Feb-19 in collaboration with the Human (1F) Rights Club. This event inspired by A.J. Jacobs’ USP III Gratitude! 15-Feb-19 ‘Thanks A Thousand’ was organized (1F) by TEDxLAU Club. 16-Feb-19 The YES Alumni Chapter in Lebanon USP III YES Board Retreat - organized their yearly retreat in (1F)

Number of Activity Date Description participants 17-Feb-19 Chtaura Hotel Park. The mission of the Inter- professional Education (IPE) program at LAU is to prepare health and social care professionals Introduction to IPE who have the attitude, knowledge, USP III and Collaborative 18-Feb-19 skills and commitment required to (1F) Practice function as effective collaborative team members in providing high quality, patient/client-centered care. The Outreach & Civic Engagement Unit (OCE), in coordination with SSS - Unleash Your USP III 20-Feb-19 the Offices of the Dean of Self-Confidence (1F;2M) Students, is hosting its 26th SOFT SKILLS SERIES (SSS) workshop. This CV Writing workshop was presented by Lead Career Advisor USP III CV Writing Workshop 20-Feb-19 at LAU, Global Career Development (1F;1M) Facilitator (GCDF) and Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP). Valentine’s Day This event was organized by the USP III 20-Feb-19 Throwback Book Club. (1M) The Communication arts Cinematography USP III 23-Feb-19 department organized this workshop (1F) workshop. The Communication arts USP III Sound workshop 23-Feb-19 department organized this (1F) workshop. Colon Cancer The school of Nursing organized USP III 25-Feb-19 Awareness this awareness campaign. (1F) The Bahraini Cultural Club USP III Karak Culture 25-Feb-19 organized this cultural event. (1F) The Office of the Dean of Students Self-Defense Crash USP III 25-Feb-19 invited students to participate in Course (2F) this crash course. The Rotaract Club of LAU Byblos organized a talk about the youth’s USP III Feb-19 role in shaping the future of the-27 شو الوضع و شو خصنا؟ (1F) country Do you want to follow or lead? GC LAU MUN High 2-Mar-19 GC LAU Model United Nations held USP III School Final - its two-day High School Final (1F) Conference 3-Mar-19 Conference.

Number of Activity Date Description participants 6-Mar-19 The Dance Club held several Latin Never Miss a Chance USP III To dance workshops to teach students to Dance (3F) 18-Apr-19 its basics and techniques. The LAU Environmental Club in collaboration with Operation Big USP III Beach Clean-Up 9-Mar-19 Blue organized this cleaning (1F) campaign. The Civic Welfare Club organized this talk given by Joumana Haddad USP III Feminism 11-Mar-19 who tackled the importance of (1F) feminism in every aspect about our life. The Bioinformatics Club at LAU Byblos organized an Introduction Intro to Bash to Bash workshop. It covered basic USP III Programming 14-Mar-19 bash commands and working with (1F) Workshop directories and files on Unix machines. The Department of Social Sciences cordially invited students to the screening of the film About a War. Movie Screening: USP III 18-Mar-19 The screening was followed by a About a War (1M) Q&A session with the actors and members of the organization Fighters for Peace. This meditation concert was organized to inspire and motivate students of all ages to appreciate Inner Peace and absorb inner peace. The idea USP III 19-Mar-19 Meditation Concert behind this association was to (1M) establish a day to World Peace, where students could experience inner peace for themselves. International This event was organized by the USP III 20-Mar-19 Happiness Day Rotaract Club in Byblos Campus. (1F) The Astronomy Club organized the "Beyond Our Reach" presentation Beyond our Reach and discussion about Black Holes. USP III 20-Mar-19 Astronomy The presentation was given by an (1F;2M) astrophysicists followed by a Q&A session. The Universite Saint Joseph Cheerleading USP III 21-Mar-19 organized its yearly cheerleading Competition (1F) competition.

Number of Activity Date Description participants The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at LAU 23-Mar-19 Reinforcement recruited talented LAU students to USP III - Sessions teach reinforcement sessions at (1F;1M) 30-Mar-19 Omar Bin Khattab - Makassed School for Grade 9 students. LAU’s School of Architecture and Design hosting the National Association of Schools of Art and Design exhibition. It will feature USP III NASAD Exhibition 27-Mar-19 the work of students in the (1M) foundation year program as well as that of fashion design, fine arts, graphic design, and interior architecture and design majors. LAU pre-celebrated Earth Hour on Thursday, March 28th, on both campuses, where hundreds of students, faculty and staff stepped- up in joining the global USP VII C3 Earth Hour 2019 28-Mar-19 connect2earth.org movement; (3F;2M) candle light surroundings, a serene Yoga session, and tasty free sandwiches complemented our festivities. The Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit (OCE), in coordination with the Offices of SSS - From Goal USP III 28-Mar-19 the Dean of Students, hosted its Setting to Goal Getting (2F) 27th soft skills series (SSS) Workshop, presented by an NLP Trainer and Master Coach.

Night Hike at Qurnat As Sawda'

USP III scholars partaking in the Night Hike at Qurnat As Sawda'

From Hardship to Success - Motivational Talk

USP III scholars taking a group picture at the end of the motivational talk From Hardship to Success

Stargazing

USP III scholar playing the guitar during Stargazing

Zaffe Dancing

USP III scholar getting ready to start her Zaffe Dancing

"عزيمة لسانات”: Play

"عزيمة لسانات”: USP III scholars attending the Play

Club Sign Up Day

USP III scholar promoting for the nursing club during Club Sign Up Day

Tannourine Cleaning Day

USP III scholars volunteering to clean Tannourine during the Tannourine Cleaning Day

Programs Creating Other Programs!

USP III scholars in a group picture at the end of Programs Creating Other Programs SSS - The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People® by FRANKLINCOVEY CO.

USP III scholars taking a group picture at the end of the 7 Habits of Highly Effective People workshop

Lebanese Day

USP III scholar celebrating the Lebanese Day City Picnic “The Urban Edition”

USP III scholar volunteering with LRI during the City Picnic “The Urban Edition”

Pot Luck Dinner

USP III scholars enjoying the company of all their friends during Pot Luck Dinner

"Are You In"

USP III scholar enjoying the activities during the LAU Sports Day: “Are You In”

R.O.A.D: Reach Out And Dazzle

USP III scholar teaching students during R.O.A.D: Reach Out And Dazzle LAU Simulation Programs Inauguration Ceremony

USP III scholars attending the LAU Simulation Programs Inauguration Ceremony

Cleaning Up Mtein’s Forest

USP III volunteering to preserve the nature during Cleaning Up Mtein’s Forest

Baskinta Apple Festival

USP III scholar relishing the nature during the Baskinta Apple Festival

Creative Dance Workshop

USP III scholar participating in the Creative Dance Workshop LAU Fit Fair

USP III scholar ranked first place during LAU Fit Fair

Environmental Club Meeting

USP III scholar meeting up with the Environmental Club members during the Environmental Club Meeting Awareness Campaign

USP III scholar participating in the Awareness Campaign

Beirut Fun Ride

USP III scholars and Rabih Jabr during the Beirut Fun Ride Orionid Meteor Fiesta

USP III scholar sitting by the bonfire during the Orionid Meteor Fiesta

Join For a Lifetime of Benefits!

USP III scholar attending the Join For a Lifetime of Benefits lecture Beach Cleaning Activity

USP III scholars preserving the environment during the Beach Cleaning Activity

Breast Cancer Awareness Day

USP III scholar joining the Breast Cancer Awareness Day Closing the Breast Cancer Awareness Month

USP III scholar joining Closing the Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Dance Therapy Workshop

USP III scholar taking a group picture at the end of the Dance Therapy Workshop ACCESS Halloween Party

USP III scholar celebrating Halloween during the ACCESS Halloween Party

Reforestation in Qaraoun

USP III scholar planting trees during Reforestation in Qaraoun

R.O.A.D: Reach Out And Dazzle

USP VII C2 scholar teaching students during R.O.A.D: Reach Out And Dazzle

BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon 2018

USP III scholars volunteering during BLOM Bank Beirut Marathon 2018

Street Jazz with Anthony Nakhle

USP III scholar learning Street Jazz with Anthony Nakhle

Diabetes Awareness Day

USP III scholar shedding light on diabetes during Diabetes Awareness Day Child Labor

USP III scholar partaking in the panel discussion Child Labor

Independence Day – Byblos Campus

USP III scholar getting ready to perform during the Independence Day Armenian Cultural Day

USP III scholar participating in the Armenian Cultural Day

Residence Halls Trip To the Cedars

USP III scholar taking a group picture at the end of the Residence Halls Trip To the Cedars

GC LAU MUN Middle School Final Conference

USP III scholar taking a group picture during the GC LAU MUN High School Final Conference

YES Board Retreat

USP III scholar enjoying the YES Board Retreat SSS - Unleash Your Self-Confidence

USP III scholars taking a group picture at the end of the SSS - Unleash Your Self-Confidence

Valentine’s Day Throwback

USP III scholar participating in the activities during Valentine’s Day Throwback

Self Defense Crash Course

USP III scholars learning the techniques of self-defense during the Self-Defense Crash Course

شو الوضع و شو خصنا؟

شو الوضع و شو خصنا USP III scholars attending the lecture

Beach Clean-Up

USP III scholar cleaning the beach during the Beach Clean-Up

Cheerleading Competition

USP III scholar joining the Cheerleading Competition Reinforcement Sessions

USP III scholar teaching mathematics during the Reinforcement Sessions

Earth Hour 2019

USP III scholars celebrating the Earth Hour 2019 2. Leadership Activities:

2.1 Success Stories:

Part I: Collective Success Stories:

USP VII-Cycle III Orientation Day 2:

As part of the integration process of the newly admitted 66 USP VII-Cycle III into the University Scholarship Program, and as continuation to the first orientation, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit at LAU organized on Saturday, September 01, 2018 a second orientation, Orientation Day 2, to tackle topics such as adapting to a new lifestyle, minimizing the cultural gap, managing your finances, and hands-on usage of technological platforms. The orientation included six workshops in total: 1. How to Manage Your Finances; 2. Adapting to a New Lifestyle; 3. Introduction to the Community Service Project (CSP); 4. Introduction to the Individualized Development Plan (IDP); 5. Reporting of Activities; 6. Computer Literacy Workshop.

The workshops were accompanied by interactive serious play in order to break the ice between scholars and assisting to become more familiar with their fellow USP scholars.

Coming from diverse backgrounds and communities, the scholars found the orientation to be highly beneficial as it helped them to get to know one another, understand their duties & responsibilities within the scholarship, and familiarizing them to the university lifestyle.

USP scholars taking a group picture with the USP management team during the USP VII-Cycle III Orientation Day 2

USP scholars taking part in interactive teamwork activities USP Mentors' Workshop:

On Wednesday, September 12, 2018 and Thursday, September 13, 2018 the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University conducted a Mentors’ workshop in both Beirut and Byblos campuses respectively. The workshop was attended by a total of 17 mentors broken down into 7 mentors from Beirut and 10 mentors from Byblos.

The objective of the workshop was to acquaint the student mentors on the responsibilities of being a USP mentor.

The Leadership and Civic Engagement Coordinator facilitated the workshop by first thanking the mentors for their spirit of service as they step into the shoes of mentors and for their initiative in guiding younger students.

The workshop mainly aimed at acquainting the mentors on the essential key roles and responsibilities that need to be performed; such as helping USP Scholars integrate in the university life, academic support and guidance, and creating a channel of communication between scholars & USP Management. The mentors were also introduced to the procedure of conducting weekly meetings with the mentees as well as reporting their grades, activities, difficulties faced...etc.

The student mentors felt a sense of responsibility knowing that they will be playing an incremental role in aiding toward shaping the success of the new generations of USP scholars.

The Leadership and Civic Engagement Coordinator facilitating the workshop to the new mentors OCV: Visit to Middle East Airlines (MEA):

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized site visit on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 for 12 USP scholars (2 USP III, 1 USP VII Cycle I and 6 USP VII Cycle II and 3 USP VII Cycle III) to Middle East Airlines (MEA) office in Beirut.

In 1945, Middle East Airlines established and launched its first service from Beirut to the neighboring cities of Syria, Cyprus, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and other destinations in the Gulf. In 1963, after the merger with Air Liban, MEA added new European, Middle Eastern, and West African destinations to its worldwide network.

During this tour, scholars witnessed the various historical stages that Middle East Airlines underwent, and how it strategic plan to stay functional during the war. They also admired all the efforts that MEA has implemented in order to be recognized as one of the most modern fleets in the world.

Upon arrival, Head of Public Relations (PR) at MEA welcomed scholars as she debriefed scholars on the various departments of the airline company. From there on, the scholars visited the

55 airline’s Call Center, where the Head of the Call Center highlighted the different services offered, such as: reservations, fares, special services and Cedar Miles. The students engaged with the Head of the Call Center in an open and conducive discussion as she answered their questions about the functional procedure of the airlines. Head of Public Relations then escorted the scholars to the Operations Department; where the head of the department talked about how the Operations Department plans flight routes, aircraft performance, craft loading, weather forecasting, turbulence, airspace restrictions, and airport conditions.

Scholars engaged in an interactive Q&A session with the Head of the Operations Department as he gladly elaborated on his departments’ functions. Finally, scholars headed to MEA Training Center, where they were introduced to the various training facilities and got a chance to sit in a real simulation airplane.

The scholars found the visit to be highly educational and beneficial as they learnt about the operational management that’s put in work in one of the most well renowned airlines in the world.

USP scholars taking a group picture at the Middle East Airlines (MEA)

USP scholars visiting the various departments within the airline and taking part in informative sessions OCV: Visit to LOYAC:

On Tuesday September 25, 2018, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a visit to LOYAC, a non-profit organization working towards the overall development of the youth. As part of the visit, 6 USP III, 7 USP VII Cycle II & 10 USP VII Cycle III scholars took part in attending as they were enlightened with the powerful and impactful role that LOYAC plays in Lebanon and the region.

The visit began with the scholars introducing themselves to the Executive Director & Board Member of LOYAC and met the team that aspires and works towards the success of the organization. The scholars were showcased with a 3 minute documentary that shed light on LOYAC’s various activities in Lebanon, Kuwait, Egypt and Jordan. Afterwards, the Executive Director shared LOYAC’s mission, vision, values, and their role in engaging, building, and sustaining youth skills in developing the country. In an initiative to recognize ways to positively contribute to the overall welfare of the youth, scholars were invited to attend LOYAC’s workshops such as Healthy Lifestyle workshops, Mob-Art workshops, Creative Drama workshops, One on One Coaching, Overcoming Limitations workshops, LinkedIn workshops, and Design Thinking workshops. These workshops assisted scholars in reflecting on available

58 opportunities to promote their interpersonal skills and becoming active members of the community.

Scholars expressed their interest in volunteering with LOYAC, as well as partnering to implement their community service project with the NGO. Scholars gained insights on how to identify their potentials and ways to overcome limitations blocking them from reaching their goals.

USP scholars taking a group picture with the Executive Director & Board Member of LOYAC

The Executive Director & Board Member of LOYAC sharing LOYAC’s role in engaging, building, and sustaining youth skills in Lebanon

Community Service Project Workshop:

Under the leadership and civic engagement component of the University Scholarship Program, each scholar is required to implement a community service project (CSP) that aims to give back to their community from the lesson and skills they have learnt throughout the scholarship.

Staff from the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University facilitated the Community Service Project workshop for the USP VII Cycle III scholars. The workshop took place on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 in Beirut Campus and on Thursday September 27, 2018 in Byblos Campus. Attended by a total of 56 USP Scholars broken down into 26 scholars attended in Beirut Campus and 30 scholars in Byblos Campus.

During the workshop, scholars were informed about the CSP, its rules, conceptualization & implementation process as well as the CSP guidelines: fund management, local stakeholders and organizations, local beneficiaries, branding & media, project location, unauthorized commitments and vetting. The USP scholars found the workshop to be of high benefit as it created a sense of responsibility and motivation to give back to their community thanks to the University Scholarship Program.

OCE staff explaining the CSP workshop to the scholars in Beirut campus

USP III students being attentive in learning more about the CSP

OCE staff explaining the CSP workshop to the scholars in Byblos campus

OCV: Visit to International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC):

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at LAU, organized on Friday, September 28, 2018, an orientation session with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) members in Beirut- Hamra. The session was attended by 4 USP III, 6 USP VII Cycle II and 8 USP VII Cycle III scholars.

Established in 1863, the ICRC operates worldwide, helping people affected by conflict and armed violence and promoting the laws that protect victims of war. The purpose aimed to promote a deeper understanding of the complex humanitarian encounters and to explore effective ways to advance humanitarian policies and actions and thus elevating respect for international humanitarian laws.

Welcomed by the HR Manager at ICRC Lebanon, scholars were briefed about the ICRC as an independent, neutral organization ensuring humanitarian protection and assistance for victims of armed conflict and other situations of violence. She shared with the scholars real-life testimonies done by the ICRC and had a life changing effect on the individuals. The HR Manager enthusiastically went into depth to getting to know the scholars’ educational backgrounds in order to pinpoint future collaboration with the organization.

The scholars were then presented with a documentary on ICRC’s field work during the time of war, crisis, destruction, and displacement of women, children, and families. Afterwards, the HR Manager summarized the strategies taken by ICRC during emergencies which aims to protect the lives and dignity of armed conflict victims, assist them, and put a stop to their suffering by promoting and strengthening international humanitarian law and its principles.

Additionally, the HR Manager demonstrated the ICRC’s initiative that focuses on providing refugees with life essentials, protecting detainees, restoring family links, and trying to limit the human toll of war. The Operations Director at ICRC joined the discussion and briefly discussed his work in Lebanon and Syria.

Scholars found this visit to be highly enriching with its testimonies of humanitarian work and encouraged them to volunteer with the ICRC in their future projects.

USP scholars taking a group picture at the ICRC office

USP scholars attended an interactive orientation session about the ICRC’s field work during crisis times USP Residential Camp Fall 2018:

Over a course of two days, Saturday September 29 and Sunday September 30, 2018 the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized its third USP Residential Camp under the theme of Leadership and Team building.

The purpose behind the Residential Camp was to reinforce a culture that yearns to transform merit scholars into future leaders that can have a positive impact on their surrounding community.

A total of 46 USP scholars from various cohorts took part in this residential camp, accompanied by OCE staff members. During the time spent at the camp, activities varied in nature and aim as they targeted specific personal and interpersonal elements that aimed to enhance their leadership, communication, negotiation, team building, and analytical skills; all while enriching scholars’ overall welfare.

Besides the various enriching activities, scholars gained new friendships, got to know the OCE staff more and had the chance to interact socially with one another.

The USP scholars that took part in this camp testify that it was a remarkable memorable experience, which they would love to take part in once again.

USP scholars taking a group picture during the residential camp

USP scholars engaging in team building activities during the residential camp OCV: Visit to Pepsi Co.:

On Wednesday, October 3, 2018, 8 USP VII scholars (1 USP III, 1 USP VII Cycle I, 5 USP VII Cycle II and 1 USP VII Cycle III scholars) benefitted from an enriching visit to Pepsi factory which was organized the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University.

Upon arrival, scholars were briefed by the tour guide representative about the establishment of Pepsi-Cola in 1952 as well as the strategic plan set forth into introducing its product to the Lebanese market through SMLC. He highlighted how the company grew over the years with regards to its line of production as it included brands such as Miranda, 7up, Mountain Dew, and a number of other brands representing its significant growth over 60 years of productive operation.

The tour guide representative moved on to escort the USP scholars onto a tour of the factory as he introduced the manufacturing process from the storage of raw material (caps, cans, concentrated syrup, CO2, plastic molds, cartons, and water required for the preparation of the drink) that comes from Sweden, to the preparation of the finished products. He then presented the scholars with significant evidence about the quality measures are taken at the factory, in terms of food safety and providing customers with the optimal product. The scholars were then

68 led to a filling compartment of the factory where he shed light on the various operational management procedures and showed them the manufacturing process of other brands like Mr. Juicy and Tropicana. Finally, the scholars observed how the factory operates under a 24/7 production cycle process with a three shift workforce

Scholars expressed their excitement about experiencing the manufacturing and production lines of Pepsi Co, as well as witnessing the food safety measures taken. The tour guide representative ended the visit by opening a Q&A session with the scholars to answer and questions they had in mind about the factory.

The tour guide representative is describing the establishment of Pepsi Co in Lebanon in 1952

USP scholars while touring the Pepsi Co factory Individual Development Plan Workshop:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University held an individual development plan (IDP) workshop for the USP VII Cycle III scholars. The workshop took place over a course of two days, on Wednesday, October 3, 2018 in Beirut and on Thursday October 4, 2018 in Byblos Campus. Attended by a total of 56 USP VII Cycle III scholars broken down into 29 scholars in Beirut campus and 27 scholars in Byblos campus.

The purpose of the workshop was to inform USP Scholars about the importance of the IDP and to clarify the difference between personal set objectives and IDP specific objective. The workshop also included an implementation of the Harvard Temperament Sorter where the scholars got to be acquainted with their personality types along with the strength and weakness of their personality type

Individual Development Plan (IDP) is a lifelong process. It is a tool used to assess students’ skills and qualities, determine their aim in life and set goals accordingly in order to maximize their potentials. The Individual Development Plan’s (IDP) main aim is to help scholars self-evaluate, track their development, and achieve both the personal set objectives as well as the IDP specific objectives.

During the workshop, scholars were informed about the constituents of the IDP and the main outcomes from it. They were also aided to explore their personal strength and weakness aided by the Harvard Temperament Sorter so they can easily identify their objectives.

The USP scholars found the workshop to be highly beneficial and informative, as the IDP will help them develop personally to better fulfill their career aspirations, acquire new skills, and enhance existing ones to better improve their overall performance.

OCE staff member explaining about the importance of IDP as an assessment tool for lifelong development to USP VII Cycle 3 scholars in Beirut campus

OCE staff member informing USP Cycle 3 scholars about the intended skills needed to achieve the personal development objectives in Byblos campus

USP scholars undertaking the Harvard Temperament Sorter OCV: Visit to Makhzoumi Foundation:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized on Friday October 5, 2018 an informative visit to Makhzoumi Foundation attended by 1 USP III, 2 USP VII Cycle II and 3 USP VII Cycle III scholars.

Makhzoumi Foundation is a national private, non-profit, non-governmental organization (NGO) that was established in Lebanon in 1997. Its main mission is to help empower the Lebanese community to achieve self-sufficient independence via improved prospects.

In order to promote a better understanding of the humanitarian challenges facing our modern age, USP scholars were engaged in an interactive and exploratory session to brainstorm strategies to improve the humanitarian policies as well as to increase the respect for international humanitarian law.

Upon arrival, scholars met the HR Manager and the Administrative Program Manager at Makhzoumi Foundation where the scholars introduced themselves, their majors, and future aspirations. The Administrative Program Manager shared Makhzoumi’s mission in mobilizing resources, building partnerships, and developing the capacities of the Lebanese community

73 while promoting targeted education, affordable healthcare, workable startups, sustainable development, and secured livelihoods. Values of respecting human rights, empowerment, leadership, service beyond self, accountability, and transparency were highlighted while demonstrating in details the various activities Makhzoumi Foundation undergoes in the field of vocational training, healthcare, micro credit, development, and relief projects. After that, the Administrative Program Manager introduced the USP scholars to the Social Media team, Procurement team, Beauty Center team, and Medical team of the foundation as they toured their offices to see them in action.

Fascinated by the various programs delivered by Makhzoumi Foundation, with the strong desire to promote empowerment through efficient contribution within the community, USP scholars were motived to volunteer with the Makhzoumi Foundation and be part of this positive social change.

USP scholars taking a group picture with Makhzoumi Foundation team

USP scholars identifying means to improve humanitarian policy and action Time Management and Study Skills Workshop:

On Tuesday, October 9, 2018 the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a workshop under the title of “Time Management and Study Skills.” Attended by a total of 20 USP III and 31 USP VII Cycle III Scholars from both campuses.

The workshop was facilitated by Head of Customer Relations unit at FFA Private Bank where she started with a general introductory outline of the basics of time and self-management. Then she elaborated on the importance of time and task organizing, scheduling and prioritizing task according to their time needed to be accomplished in order to avoid unpleasant emotions of burnout and overwhelmed which might lead to deterioration in performance.

She also discussed time appreciation, studying tips, in addition to the consequences of poor Time Management. The workshop ended with a Q&A session, which the scholars found to be interactive and beneficial.

The scholars found the workshop to be highly enjoyable as it helped them learn new and crucial time management skills.

Head of Customer Relations unit at FFA Private Bank presenting the workshop about "Time Management and Study Skills”

USP VII Cycle 3 scholars actively engaging in the workshop

OCV: Visit to Gandour Factory:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University implemented on Wednesday, October 10, 2018, a visit to Gandour Factory in Choueifat, Mount Lebanon. In total 10 USP VII scholars took part in this visit (1 USP III, 3 USP VII Cycle I, 5 USP VII Cycle II and 1 USP VII Cycle III scholars).

Proud to be a local firm, Gandour factory is a family business that offers an extensive range of products including confectioneries, baked goods, cocoa-based products, and vegetable oils. They benefit from over 160 years of strong experience in creating nutritious and flavorsome snacks across the eastern hemisphere.

Once there, the scholars were warmly welcomed by the Marketing and Communication Executive at Ghandour, who shared with the scholars their core mission in striving to become a lead force their field and continuously refining their practice in the pursuit of total satisfaction of associates and consumers alike. Moreover, she shared with the scholars Gandour’s upcoming project and potential involvement.

The Marketing and Communication Executive at Ghandour then introduced the Production Director at Gandour who escorted the scholar on a tour around the factory. Scholars were mostly captivated by how chocolate was cooked from scratch. He also demonstrated to the scholars how some of the factories most iconic sweets such as Tuty Fruity, Tarboush, Unica, Tamriya, and Yamama are made. Scholars were given the privilege to try samples of newly developed flavors not yet available at the market.

Furthermore, the scholars moved on to observe the product packaging line and were informed of how the industrial revolution made businesses more effective and time efficient. Finally they were taken to see the company’s old production machines dating to more than 100 years and are still effective up till today.

By the end of the tour, scholars reflected on their tour and provided Gandour team with suggestions and practical tips to improve their marketing and sales strategy in order to compete with international brands as well as admired their extensive efforts in creating a Lebanese legacy in the field of confectioneries.

USP scholars taking a group visit prior to touring the Gandour Factory

USP VII-Cycle III Annual Homecoming Reception:

On Tuesday, October 18, 2018 the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a USP VII-Cycle III Annual Homecoming Reception in Beirut campus to welcome the newly enrolled USP VII-Cycle III scholars under the USAID-funded University Scholarship Program (USP).

The event was held in the presence of VIPs from both USAID & the Lebanese American University. The opening speech was given by Vice President for Students Development and Enrollment Management (SDEM) welcoming the newly enrolled cohort and extending gratitude towards the American People and the USAID for their generous investment in the Lebanese community. Followed by a word from the President he expressed his gratefulness for the generosity of the American People and in return praised the USP scholars for their high academic excellence and encouraged them to overcome any obstacle that might stand in their way preventing them from achieving their greatest aspirations.

A testimonial video followed the President’s speech showcasing the success story of USP VI scholar, stating the impact of the USP funded by USAID and how it helped change his life forever. From valedictorian of USP on campus to wining the President’s award upon graduation with a CGPA of 3.97, along with various extracurricular and leadership activities all of that changed his life for the better.

Following the testimonial, a speech was given by the USAID representative, the Deputy Chief of Mission stressing the importance of education and its impact on the young minds of Lebanese youth to shape their future and make it as bright as their aspirations. After that USP VII Cycle II scholar presented a traditional Arabic song accompanied by USP VII Cycle II scholar on the piano and USP VII Cycle III scholar debuting a modern dance performance.

The performance was followed by a group picture and a reception in which scholars were given the opportunity to mingle and interact together with the USAID VIPs.

USP scholars taking a group picture at the end of the event

The Deputy Chief of Mission, giving a speech to emphasize the significance of education and its impact on the young minds

USAID & LAU’s VIPs taking a group picture before ending the ceremony

Ending the event with a symbolic gesture

OCV: Visit to Mohammad Khaled Foundation:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized on Friday, October 19, 2018, an interactive visit to Mohammad Khaled Foundation. A total of 15 scholars (4 USP III, 3 USP VII Cycle I, 2 USP VII Cycle II and 6 USP VII Cycle III) took part in this visit as they embraced a sense of care, social accountability, and an endless spirit of giving. During the visit, scholars developed a better understanding of Mohammad Khaled Foundation’s mission, vision, and overall values in helping needy and underprivileged kids. Mohammad Khaled Foundation was first established in 1958 in the aim of assisting special, underprivileged, and orphans children in their day to day activities. Scholars highly appreciated how MKF’s professional team provides endless social, health, education support as they become first hand witnesses of their dedication to their mission statement.

The School Supervisor at the foundation warmly welcomed the scholars as she explained briefly the foundation’s history before opening the floor for a Q& A session; where scholars inquired about how each case is evaluated and what are their considerations.

After that, scholars were invited to spend two hours of interactive play with 50 kids from the foundation. Various activities took place as they started singing, dancing, and playing with the kids. The scholars were touched by the time they spent with the kids and described this experience as a very rewarding as they planted a smile on those children’s faces.

USP scholars being debriefing by the school supervisor about Mohammad Khaled Foundation

Scholars taking part in the interactive play with the kids from Mohammad Khaled Foundation

OCV: Visit to Jeunesse Anti Drogue (J.A.D) NGO:

On Friday, October 26, 2018, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized an enlightening visit to J.A.D that extremely benefitted 7 USP VII scholars (2 USP III, 2 USP VII Cycle I, 3 USP VII Cycle III scholars).

Jeunesse Anti Drogue (J.A.D) – Youth Against Drugs was established in 1973 as a non-profit organization for social welfare and has received official recognition from the Lebanese ministry of the interior. The visit kicked off with the USP scholars getting acquainted with J.A.D’s impactful role as a valuable member of the national association for anti-drug and the sole organization working in Lebanon. They also appraised J.A.D’s mission to create awareness among non-addicts, provide prevention, and healing means for addicted individuals for the society’s overall welfare.

The president of J.A.D joined the tour by welcoming the scholars to the NGO and sharing with them J.A.D’s major goals to protect, enhance, guide, and rehabilitate drug addicts in Lebanon. He also discussed how they cooperate with public and private associations, committees, universities, institutions, and schools to offer free consultation services, lectures, and seminars to help raise awareness against drug use.

USP scholars highlighted that this visit encouraged them to take it upon themselves to play a social role in promoting awareness among their peers for a better non-addicted Lebanese society. This visit also helped them to pinpoint strategies to fight against the catastrophe of drug addiction among youth; and thus reduce criminal actions resulting from drugs.

At the end, the president of J.A.D escorted the USP scholars to the drug museum as the scholars were amazed by the success stories shared on display and found the visit to be a truly inspiring & eye-opening experience.

USP scholars taking a group picture with J.A.D President

USP scholars actively listening to the success stories made by J.A.D

USP Annual Halloween Party:

On Wednesday, October 31, 2018, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized an Annual Halloween Party, attended by a total of 116 USP scholars from various cohorts broken down into 15 USP III, 12 USP VI, 24 USP VII Cycle I, 41 USP VII Cycle II and 24 USP VII Cycle III.

The party aimed to creative a lively environment of various activities with an objective to create an entertaining event for the scholars to bond with one another. Activities varied in nature such as music, costume competition, piñata, bobbing donuts, Halloween decorations, and other.

During the party, diverse awards and vouchers were won based on the scholars’ creativity and innovative ideas (Scary, Creative, and Best costume). Scholars enjoyed their time, had fun, wore their costumes, and danced all together. Along with all the dancing and enjoying their time, a buffet was served, giving the scholars an opportunity to mingle and interact with one another.

Scholars greatly enjoyed their time as this event helped in creating a fun, interactive, and unique joint bonding activity.

USP scholars taking a group picture during the Halloween Party

USP scholars sharing beautiful memories while taking group pictures

USP team celebrating the winner of the Halloween event

Beach Cleaning Activity:

In collaboration with Operation Big Blue Association & the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at LAU a beach cleaning activity at Ramlet Al Bayda was implemented on Sunday October 28, 2018.

With a common aspiration to raise environmental awareness, 3 USP III AND 4 USP VII Cycle III scholars joined other volunteers in an aim to improve the coastal and ocean ecosystem by collecting wastes off the coast of Ramlet Al Bayda.

As Lebanese environmental, non-governmental organization, Operation Big Blue Association aims to protect, analyze, and monitor the coastal and marine environment against misuse or degradation as it actively works on resolving environmental problems. Since inception in 1997, OBBA has developed a series of programs that works on improving environmental challenges through simple programs such as beach cleaning campaigns.

Scholars were welcomed by members of the association as they explained to them the problems the area has been facing due to the lack of awareness on the importance of sustaining hygiene and properly disposing waste. From there on, scholars were divided into groups to take part in the clean-up campaign.

As scholars head to the location where the waves release the marine debris after the storm, they were provided with cleaning gloves and large sacs to collect and dispose the waste residues. All collected sacs were later on set aside to be collected and disposed of in an ecofriendly manner by the end of the day.

To witness what collective efforts creates, volunteers overlooked the coast from a towering bridge only to be relieved with the sight of what hard work accomplishes. With a sense of self- gratification, volunteers hope that such actions raise awareness towards the marine life within the Lebanese community.

Operation Big Blue Association explaining the environment problems our beaches are facing

USP scholars actively engaging in the beach cleaning campaign

Group picture after a productive beach cleaning activity

OCV: "Menna w Jerr" Visit to M.T.V. Visit:

As part of the Outreach and Corporate Visits (OCVs), the Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit at LAU organized it’s forth visit to MTV Studio Vision to take part in "Menna w Jerr" TV program on Monday, November 12, 2018.

2 USP III, 1 USP VI, 2 USP VII-Cycle I scholars, 2 USP VII-Cycle II and 3 USP VII-Cycle II scholars took part in this visit and got the chance to tour MTV studios including and watch the live production of “Menna w Jerr" TV program.

During the visit, scholars enjoyed a two hour informative session at MTV studio with “Menna w Jerr" staff before watching the live episode. They got the chance to meet the Technical Producer where he explained to students the different tools used inside the studio and during the show inside “Menna w Jerr" studio, difference between a live show and a previously shot episode, and visited the OB van which was divided into three parts and explained the function of each part.

Furthermore, they met with THE MTV Senior Director and Image Consultant who also has an audio-visual academy and a production house specialized in media education and training, as well as TV shows, concerts and events production called “Director’s Cut”.

Following that, scholars met with the Line Producer and LAU alumni who also explained to students her experience at LAU and MTV and encouraged them to do internships and work hard to pursue their dreams. In addition, Scholars met the Producer who also explained to students the various challenges faced before, during, and after the live show. Finally, scholars got the chance to meet with the host and executive producer whom welcomed them at MTV.

The scholars that took part in this visit were more than thrilled to have attended as they gained a new perspective about how the “behind the scene” work is done for the production on a successful TV show. In addition, they got the chance to inquire about their own career aspirations and exchange personal information with “Menna w Jerr" team for future internship and job opportunities.

USP scholars taking a group picture at "Menna w Jerr” studio

Communication Skills & Public Speaking Workshop:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a workshop under the title of “Communication Skills & Public Speaking”, on Wednesday, November 21 & 28, 2018, attended by a total of 18 USP III and 23 USPVII Cycle III scholars from both campuses. An instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and a drama teacher at the International College gave the workshop.

The purpose of the workshop was to shed light on the importance of interpersonal communication skills and the fundamental basis of public speaking as a platform of self- expression and negotiation.

During the workshop, she stated the main pillars of ethical communication while reviling the equal importance of listening in the recreation of comprehensive communication in the 21st century. She also highlighted the key elements of oral communication skills such as the voice tone, hand gestures, posture, and body language, and included constructive tips on how to properly give a public speech and dismiss any irrational public speaking fears in order to feel more comfortable in one’s own skin.

Scholars found the workshop to be very beneficial and interesting as she shared her wide experience on how to develop and empower their own communication skills to take on future endeavors.

The instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and drama teacher at the International College delivering the Communication skills and Public Speaking workshop

USP scholars highly benefitting from the workshop facilitated the instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and drama teacher at the International College

USP Annual Christmas Dinner:

In the spirit of Christmas the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University celebrated On Friday, December 7, 2018, the Annual Christmas Dinner; attended by 82 Scholars from various cohorts. The celebration took place at Beirut Campus’s cafeteria, in which scholars enjoyed the festive vibes of the season.

Scholars gathered around the Christmas tree, took pictures with their fellow friends and staff, exchanged gifts, and had dinner all together. All were surrounded by warm greetings, heartfelt smiles, and captured moments.

Scholars enjoyed their time chatting, mingling and interacting all together. The Dinner was full of positive vibes making all that attended happy and grateful.

USP scholars taking a group picture during the Christmas dinner

USP scholars gathered to celebrate the festive season

USP scholars bonding with USP team during the event OCV: Visit to Mercedes Benz:

On Wednesday, January 23, 2019 the Outreach and Civic Engagement Debarment at the Lebanese American University organized an exciting tour to Mercedes-Benz showroom which was attended by 41 USP scholars (8 USP III, 2 USP VI, 7 USP VII Cycle I, 14 USP VII Cycle II and 10 USP VII Cycle III scholars). Mercedes-Benz is a German global automobile marque that is known for its luxurious vehicles, buses, coaches, and trucks.

Thrilled and eager to know more about Mercedes-Benz, the visit began with the scholars being given a general overview about the automotive industry while shedding light to the latest facts that made Mercedes-Benz one of the leading global automobile companies. Scholars were also informed that Mercedes-Benz is the biggest selling premium vehicle brand in the world, having sold 2.31 million passenger cars in 2018.

Scholars then met with Mercedes-Benz Lebanon Managing Director who welcomed and shared Mercedes’s general history, mission, vision, and objectives. He shared with the scholars the challenges facing the automobile industry in Lebanon, as well as Mercedes-Benz’s ongoing innovative role in maintaining a competitive advantage in the marketplace. After that, the sales team took the scholars on a tour and showed two of Mercedes-Benz‘s luxurious showrooms, each showcasing an era of Mercedes-Benz automotive history, through old and new vehicles.

Moreover, scholars were escorted to the company’s garage, where repairs and maintenances are performed.

Ending the tour, scholars discussed with the sales team Mercedes-Benz’s driving moto and the significance behind it. Impressed by the scholars’ curiosity and high sense of inquisitiveness, Mercedes-Benz encouraged the scholars to share their CVs for potential internships or job openings in the near future.

USP scholars taking a group picture at the Mercedes-Benz showroom main entrance

Presenting the latest records made by Mercedes-Benz in 2018 to USP scholars

USP students touring the Mercedes-Benz luxurious showroom

Public Speaking Workshop:

Since the art of public speaking has become more prominent and needed nowadays, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at LAU invited 60 scholars from USP III and USP VII Cycle III to attend a “Public Speaking” workshop on Thursday, January 24, 2019 & Wednesday, January 30, 2019.

An instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and a drama teacher at the International College, initiated the workshop by a live discussion about key methods to improve scholars’ public speaking skills and knowledge. The workshop included effective and participative presentation ways to enable scholars to present in a professional and confident manner, as well as engage well with the audience.

Moreover, the scholars realized the importance of breathing techniques as well as body language skills, and audience analysis method in public speaking.

The scholars were very engaged and participated throughout the whole workshop, as they expressed that this workshop will hold many benefits for them in the present as well as in the future.

Scholars taking a group picture with the instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and drama teacher at the International College at the end of the workshop in Beirut campus

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The instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and drama teacher at the International College sharing personal situations which helped her overcome her public speaking barriers

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Scholars were attentive while the instructor of Oral Communication at LAU and drama teacher at the International College was presenting techniques to present in a professional and confident manner

OCV: Visit to Medrar Medical Center:

On Friday, February 1, 2019, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized an engaging visit to the Medrar Medical Center – Choukine Mount Lebanon. 11 USP VII scholars (2 USP III, 1 USP VII Cycle I, 4 USP VII Cycle II and 4 USP VII Cycle III scholars) took part in this visit for the purpose of bridging the gap between individuals undertaking drug rehab treatment & the community.

Medrar’s main mission is to rehabilitate drug addicts and aiding elders, which have been left without care, taking into consideration their medical status.

Upon arrival, USP scholars identified the main duties of MMC that has been set by the Medrar Foundation to make it one of the top healthcare institutions in Lebanon. Besides the medical care, scholars became aware of the educational and civic initiatives implanted by Medrar to support the community. Associate Project Director of Medrar Medical Center welcomed the USP scholars and shared with them that Medrar’s main goal is to protect, enhance, guide, and rehabilitate patients regardless of their age. He also discussed points such as the social integration side of drug

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Finally, the scholars joined Associate Project Director and the Founder of Medraron a tour around the Medical Center Premises. Scholars were expressing their feelings of affection, care, and support to people present at the center. Scholars also found this visit to be high educational and eye opening as the witnessed how no community member is left out in such a loving environment.

USP scholars touring the construction site of the new Medrar expansion project

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USP scholars taking a group picture by the end of their educational visit to Medrar

OCV: Visit to SESOBEL:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a visit and a tour on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, to SESOBEL, attended by a total of 10 USP scholars (3 USP III, 1 USP VII Cycle I, 2 USP VII Cycle II, and 4 USP VII Cycle III).

SESOBEL was established in 1975 at the very beginning of the 20 year Lebanese civil war. The organization was established to serve children with disabilities and their families in Lebanon. Its main mission was to implement a coherent and monitored service of assistance to children with disability and to accompany their families as partners in facing life’s challenges.

Upon arrival, scholars were welcomed by a child of SESOBEL since the age of two, and now employed as SESOBEL’s spokesperson. He delivered a very touching testimony about his journey at SESOBEL and how it helped shape him into the person he is today. The scholars met with the Assistant CEO of SESOBEL who welcomed the scholars, shared with them SESOBEL’s major role in serving the special needs of physically and mentally disabled children and their families in Lebanon. She then escorted the scholars onto a tour around SESOBEL’s graphic design studio, early stimulation program classes, music studio, the atelier, and the boutique.

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Finally, the scholars were given the opportunity to engage in entertaining activities with the kids of SESOBEL as they spent the remainder of their visit playing, dancing, and singing with them.

Scholars found this visit to be very enlightening and heartwarming, as they saw the beautiful culture of acceptance being created at SESOBEL.

USP scholars taking a group picture during their visit to SESOBEL

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USP scholars taking a group picture during their visit to SESOBEL OCV: Visit to KAFA NGO:

On Friday, February 15, 2019, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized an engaging visit to KAFA NGO. A total of 11 scholars (2 USP III, 2 USP VII Cycle I, 4 USP VII Cycle II and 3 USP VII Cycle III) took part in this visit.

KAFA(enough) violence and exploitation is a feminist, secular, Lebanese, non-profit, non- governmental civil society organization established in 2005 seeking to create a society that is free of social, economic and legal patriarchal structures that discriminate against women.

Being a USP V alumni scholar, the social worker in KAFA, welcomed the scholars to the organization.

She introduced the scholars to KAFA’s mission in eliminating all forms of exploitation and violence against women since its establishment, and in achieving gender equality to sustain social and economic development in the region despite of peoples’ nationality. She explained further KAFA’s four dimensions, namely, child protection, Domestic violence, exploitation and women trafficking, and the support center:

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1- Child Protection: The Child Protection Program at KAFA (CPP) works on combating abuse and violence against children, with a focus on gender-based violence and sexual abuse. By working with children and youth, the CPP is contributing efforts to put an end to violence and discrimination against children.

2- Domestic Violence: Aims at ending gender based violence. KAFA established the Violence Against Women (VAW) for family violence is the most common form of violence experienced by women not just in Lebanon but also globally.

3- Exploitation and Trafficking in Women: The Anti-trafficking and Exploitation Unit at KAFA works on building an opinion against trafficking and exploitation of two groups of women vulnerable to these forms of violence: women migrant domestic workers and women in prostitution. Several approaches are used to reach these objectives, such as: advocacy work, research, awareness-raising activities, capacity building and community support, and service providing to victims.

4- Support Center: KAFA (enough) Violence & Exploitation runs a support center (SC) that provides women and children victims of violence with social, legal, and psychological support. The SC is a safe space operated by a multi-disciplinary team of professionals who offer support to women and children, regardless of their nationality, religious sect or any other status.

Scholars found the visit to be highly beneficial and informative, as they inquired about the means of collaboration with KAFA with regards to volunteering and having them take part in their own community service projects.

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USP scholars taking a group picture during their visit to KAFA NGO

OCV: Visit to Women Adult Youth (WAY) NGO:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University implemented on Friday, February 22, 2019, a visit Women Adult Youth NGO; attended by a total of 8 students; 1 USP III, 3 USP VII Cycle II and 4 USP VII Cycle III.

Initiated and registered in 2009, WAY is a Lebanese Non-Profit organization with a background in supporting women and youth sectors with capacity building. Today, the organization consists of 34 registered members and a network of 800 persons. WAY aims to promote sustainable social change by improving the living conditions of vulnerable impoverished communities, especially those consisting of women and youth, by giving them equal opportunities within their communities.

Upon arrival, scholars were welcomed Chairman & Vice President of WAY. They explained the history and the initiation of WAY as an independent NGO in Tripoli that mainly aims to accomplish sustainable development in the Lebanese society. The organization constantly aims to implement various activities and projects in collaboration with various Lebanese, Territorial, and International Civil Society Organizations in order to accomplish its mission statement.

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Moreover, he explained how WAY has directed its activities towards developmental projects that aim at empowering those aimed at local communities, youth groups, and various sectors, especially in the Northern region of Lebanon between Jabal Mohsen and Bab Al Tabbana areas.

Scholars were interested and amazed by the activities WAY undergoes, and its active role in serving the society, and inquired about the issues raised. Scholars were also offered volunteering opportunities to be active contributors towards social change.

USP scholars taking a group picture during their visit to WAY NGO

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OCV: Meeting with the Head of the Press Syndicate:

On Monday, February 25, 2019, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a one hour visit to the Press Syndicate of Lebanon, attended by 1 USP III and 2 USP VII Cycle II. The purpose of the visit was to introduce USP Scholars to the Syndicate’s mission, vision and values, through arranging a meeting with its president. Upon arrival, the Head of the Press Syndicate welcomed USP Scholars, where he introduced them to the industry as a whole as well as its major challenges in terms of economic problems, financial support, and the social media trend. During the meeting, the scholars went over various discussion topics with the Head of the Press Syndicate such as: - Press freedom issue in Lebanon; where he stressed that freedom of expression as well as freedom of the press are highly respected; - Situation of the press in Lebanon and other Arab countries; - The shift from newspapers to electronic news applications and websites; - Women in press; - How the press is managed by the head of syndicate - How one could run for press syndicate presidency. Scholars found the visit to be informative as they themselves aspire to become future journalists upon completing their education in multimedia journalism at LAU.

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USP scholars taking a group picture with the Head of the Press Syndicate during their visit to Press Syndicate OCV: Visit to Elsa Chocolate Factory:

On Tuesday, February 26, 2019, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at the Lebanese American University organized a visit to Elsa Chocolate Factory which was attended by 3 USP III, 1 USP VII Cycle II and 10 USP VII Cycle III scholars.

Elsa Chocolatier is a family-owned business established in 1994 that specializes in delicious high-end chocolate for all events and celebrations. High quality products and excellent customer service are the pillars of Elsa Chocolatier where all departments work hard to ensure customer satisfaction. The purpose of the visit was to introduce scholars to the chocolate making process while highlighting the importance of customer satisfaction in the domain of confectionery.

Welcomed by the HR Manager at Elsa chocolatier, scholars were introduced to the factory’s mission, values, and objectives while sharing some fascinating facts about the world of chocolate. He continued to elaborate on the various services Elsa chocolatier has to offer in reference to special occasion and events.

From thereon, scholars were informed about the procedure of chocolate making, in all its steps; sourcing, melting, forming, sorting, packaging, and selling. He also briefed the scholars about

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Scholars who participated in this uniquely tasteful visit found it to be high enjoyable, interactive, and insightful as it open a new field of understanding for them.

USP scholars indulging in the chocolate making process at Elsa chocolatier

Advocacy and Citizenship Workshop:

The Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at LAU organized on Monday, March 4, 2019 & Tuesday, March 5, 2019 a workshop for USP scholars under the title of “Advocacy and Citizenship” given by the Project Manager of the UNDP project “Peace Building in Lebanon”.

In total, 50 USP VII Cycle III scholars (24 scholar in Beirut campus & 26 scholars in Byblos campus) attended the workshop. The workshop started with the Project Manager of the UNDP project “Peace Building in Lebanon” introducing herself, her interests and activism in peace building which goes back to

115 her teen age, where she has been involved in civic action and civil movements aiming at building peace in a divided society and advocating for reconciliation. She then asked the scholars to introduce him/herself. The scholars were then asked to take out a sheet of paper and answer the question “Who am I?” papers were gathered and distributed randomly to be read out loud and commented.

Following the introduction, scholars were showcased videos, further illustrating citizenship and the different Lebanese political parties. The lecture also provided scholars with a definition of citizenship and an understanding of the history of citizenship which was a transition to the phase of civilization. Following that, She opened the floor for a discussion about the principles and values of citizenship and the difference between them. The workshop ended with a Q&A session.

The workshop provided scholars with the necessary awareness and knowledge, helping them learn more about the relation between civilians and their government, and to encouraging them to share their opinions towards a positive contribution in the community.

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The Project Manager of the UNDP project “Peace Building in Lebanon” presenting the Advocacy and Citizenship Workshop for USP scholars in Beirut & Byblos campuses

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USP Celebrating Mother’s Day at Dar Al Ajaza Al Islamiya & Dar Al-Inaya:

On the occasion of Mother’s Day, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Department at LAU organized on both Monday, March 18, 2019 and Wednesday March 20, 2019 a visit to "Dar Al Ajaza Al-Islamiyah” and “Dar Al-Inaya” respectively. A total of 21 USP scholars broken down into 12 of which visited Dar Al-Ajaza and 9 visited Dar Al Inaya to entertain the elderly, and spread love and appreciation along with the nuns, nurses, and volunteers which dedicated their time to serve them and take care of all their matters especially that many of them are left out and have no one to look after.

Dar Al-Ajaza and Dar Al-Inaya are charitable humanitarian foundations that host elderly in its dormitories, provide general medical services and receive patients regardless of their backgrounds and affiliations.

During the visit, USP scholars actively engaged with the elderly. They introduced themselves, chatted with the old people who were gathered in the dining room, sang, danced and listened to their stories.

At the end of the visit, the scholars served cake and juice to the residents as part of mother’s day celebration which drew a smile on the elders’ faces and gratitude in their hearts. The scholars that participated in this humanitarian initiative described it as the most heart- breaking yet most heart-warming experience as it touched their hearts.

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USP scholars interacting with the elderly during their visit to Dar Al-Inaya

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OCV: Visit to Mim Museum - Mineral Museum:

On Tuesday, March 26, 2019, the Outreach and Civic Engagement Unit at the Lebanese American University organized an informative visit to Mim Mineral Museum at the USJ Campus of Innovation and Sport, Beirut. Attended by a total of 11 scholars broken down in to 3 USP III, 1 USP VII Cycle I, 2 USP VII Cycle II and 5 USP VII Cycle III.

Mim is a private mineral museum in Beirut, Lebanon that displays more than 2000 minerals, representing 450 different species from 70 countries, and is considered one of the most significant private collections of minerals in the world. Created by nature itself, those work of arts with their breathtaking aesthetics were formed in earth’s crust millions of years ago.

The owner has built up this collection since 1997. When he decided to share his passion with the greatest number of people, he created the mineral museum and called it Mim.

Upon arrival, USP scholars were greeted the assigned touristic guide where she accompanied the students during their visit. She stated the museum’s history and the process the owner went through while forming his private minerals collection.

She demonstrated every single piece of the paramount collection all while promoting the industrial, economical and aesthetic aspects of mineralogy in Lebanon and the Middle East.

The scholars were introduced to unique nature masterpieces such as the Radioactive and Glow in the Dark minerals. They also got to see the gallery of treasures that assembles precious metals such as gold and silver and precious stones such as rubies, topaz, emeralds…

At the end of the visit, scholars got the chance to learn about “Fish’n’Stone” as a part of the museum that was dedicated to fossils with the collaboration of Mémoire du Temps. Known throughout the world, those fossils were quarried in the Lebanese mountains.

The different kinds of minerals grabbed scholars’ attention where they were very appreciative of the masterpiece that Mother Nature shaped many years ago through the sole action of weight, temperature, water and time.

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Part II: USP Excellence Award

LAU-OCE was pleased to announce the USP Excellence Award that took place in February 2019. The aim of the award was to cultivate a greater sense of volunteerism among students by recognizing individuals who dedicate their efforts to enact positive change within their respective communities while maintaining outstanding academic performance. The below USP Scholars applied:

Cohort Name Shortlisted USP III ****05087 Yes USP III ****05346 No USP VI ****03931 No USP VI ****03938 Yes USP VI ****03896 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04566 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04493 Yes USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04499 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04303 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04635 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04986 Yes USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04816 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****05121 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04353 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****03711 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04377 No USP VII - Cycle 1 ****04540 Yes USP VII - Cycle 1 ****07876 Yes USP VII - Cycle 2 ****05604 No USP VII - Cycle 2 ****05130 Yes USP VII - Cycle 2 ****05115 Yes USP VII - Cycle 2 ****05237 No USP VII - Cycle 2 ****06040 No USP VII - Cycle 2 ****05249 No USP VII - Cycle 2 ****05768 No USP VII - Cycle 2 ****06011 No USP VII - Cycle 3 ****05944 No

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The 8 shortlisted scholars had a 15-20 minutes interview with the jury to describe their civic engagement experience and explain their aim behind their chosen community service project.

The first prize of $5000 that covers a Professional training workshop /course in the MENA Region was awarded to USP VII C2 Scholar (ID#: ****05130).

The Second prize of $3000 that covers a Professional training workshop /course in the MENA Region was awarded to USP III Scholar (ID#: ****05087).

The third prize of $1000 that covers Graduate studies preparation course and exam was awarded to USP VII C1 Scholar (ID#: ****04540).

Part III: Individual Success Stories:

USP III Scholar (ID#: ****05087)

Born and raised in the town of Baskinta, Mount Lebanon, the shcolar was always a thriving humanitarian attempting to do best by the society. She graduated from Baskinta Public School as an exceptional student who made it to the honor’s list, upon graduation, and was honored several times throughout her education years.

However, the academic journey wasn’t a smooth path. Like any adolescent, she was subjected to bullying from her classmates as rumors of favoritism rose among her peers due to her mother being her teacher throughout her middle school years. However, she showing signs of maturity at that young age, she did not let those rumors affect her performance in any way, but rather transformed those negative opinion in a source of motivation as she remained concentrated and focused on her education, civic engagement, and overall success.

During her high school years, she traveled to the United States as part of the Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange & Study (YES) Program. She was one of the lucky few selected to spend a year with an American family, experience the American educational system, and be one of the youngest Lebanese Ambassadors abroad. This once in a life time experience helped shape her personality as today she is a YES Alumni Board Representatives and Regional Coordinator for Metn and Keserwen. Add to that, she was also an ACCESS student during her high school where she exceled in different activities especially the Citizen Project.

The scholar today is a USP VII Cycle 3 scholar at the Lebanese American University, majoring in Banking and Finance with a CGPA of 3.67.

In addition to her distinction academic standing, she still dedicates her free time towards civic engagement and being an instrument of change within her community. Along with being an active member of the Rotaract Club and the Astronomy Club at the Lebanese American University, she is also a trainer in the Model United Nations simulation program as she describe

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She goes on with her days hoping that through her education and will towards positive change, that she will one day be able to make a positive contribution towards her community as she reminds herself of this quote every day: “Success means doing the best we can with what we have. Success is the doing, not the getting; in the trying, not the triumph. Success is a personal standard, reaching for the highest that is in us, becoming all that we can be.” - Zig Ziglar.

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IV. Planned Activities

Event Location (Campus, Date Start Building, Room Event Type Use only the End time Event Title, Objective time number or (drop down following: (11:00am) and Synopsis (9:00am) exact address menu only) MM/DD/YYYY if outside university)

USP VII C3 Orientation LAU Byblos Workshop & 1-Sep-18 08:00am 03:30pm day 2 Campus Training

Workshop & 4-Sep-18 05:00pm 07:00pm USP Town Hall meeting LAU Byblos Training Campus

Workshop & 5-Sep-18 05:00pm 07:00pm USP Town Hall meeting LAU Beirut Training Campus Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 6-Sep-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 13-Sep-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 20-Sep-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Soft Skills Series LAU Beirut Workshop & 21-Sep-18 12:00pm 01:00pm Workshop Campus Training Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 27-Sep-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Mental Candies LAU Beirut Workshop & 3-Oct-18 02:00pm 04:00pm Workshop-Soft Skills Campus Training Series Program

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Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 4-Oct-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Inauguration of all LAU LAU Beirut Inauguration, 6-Oct-18 10:00am 02:00pm simulation Models Campus Reception Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 11-Oct-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Self-Control Workshop- LAU Beirut Workshop & 15-Oct-18 02:00pm 04:00pm Soft Skills Series Campus Training Program Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 18-Oct-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children USP VII C3 Annual LAU Beirut Inauguration, 18-Oct-18 12:00pm 02:00pm Homecoming Campus Reception Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 25-Oct-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Team Work Workshop- LAU Beirut Workshop & 25-Oct-18 02:00pm 04:00pm Soft Skills Series Campus Training Program Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 1-Nov-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Job Search strategies LAU Beirut Workshop & 7-Nov-18 12:00pm 01:00pm and Networking Skills Campus Training Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 8-Nov-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children

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Enhance your LinkedIn LAU Byblos Workshop & 14-Nov-18 12:00pm 01:00pm Profile Campus Training

CV Writing Cover LAU Beirut Workshop & 14-Nov-18 12:00pm 01:00pm Letter workshop Campus Training

Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 15-Nov-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children

Enhance your LinkedIn LAU Beirut Workshop & 19-Nov-18 12:00pm 01:00pm Profile Campus Training

Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 22-Nov-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Power of Charisma Beirut and Workshop & 26-Nov-18 05:00pm 07:00pm Workshop Byblos Training Job Search strategies LAU Byblos Workshop & 28-Nov-18 12:00pm 01:00pm and Networking Skills Campus Training Communication skills Beirut and Workshop & 28-Nov-18 05:00pm 07:00pm workshop Byblos Training Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 29-Nov-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children LAU Byblos Workshop & 4-Dec-18 12:00pm 01:30pm Mobdeh Men Biladi Campus Training Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 6-Dec-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Celebrating the USP LAU Beirut Workshop & 7-Dec-18 12:00pm 01:00pm educational workshops Campus Training and Outreach visits LAU Beirut Workshop & 7-Dec-18 06:00pm 09:00pm USP Christmas Dinner Campus Training Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and 13-Dec-18 03:30pm 04:30pm Voluntarism Program-Volunteer Leadership

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reading and activities academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 20-Dec-18 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children

Outreach & Corporate Field Trips & 1-Feb-19 02:00pm 04:00pm Tebnin Visit to Medrar NGO study tour

Soft Skills Series LAU Byblos Workshop & 1-Feb-19 12:00pm 01:00pm Workshop Campus Training Deadline to submit LAU Beirut & 4-Feb-19 08:00am 12:00am applications for the Byblos Focus Group USP Excellence Award Campus Outreach & Corporate Field Trips & 5-Feb-19 09:30am 11:30am Aintoura Visit to Sesobel study tour Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 7-Feb-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 14-Feb-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 21-Feb-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Innovation and LAU Beirut & Workshop & 25-Feb-19 05:00pm 07:00pm Entrepreneurship Byblos Training Workshop Campus LAU Beirut & Advocacy and Workshop & 27-Feb-19 05:00pm 07:00pm Byblos Citizenship workshop Training Campus Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 28-Feb-19 03:30pm 04:30pm Voluntarism reading and activities academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida

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children

Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 7-Mar-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 14-Mar-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Celebrating Teachers' 14-Mar-19 05:00pm 07:00pm LAU Beirut Voluntarism day with NGO MMKN

Outreach & Corporate Field Trips & 18-Mar-19 11:00am 12:00pm Dar Al Ajaza Visit study tour

Outreach & Corporate Field Trips & 20-Mar-19 09:30am 11:30am Dar Al Inaya Visit study tour

Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 21-Mar-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children Reach Out and Dazzle Outreach and Program-Volunteer Leadership 28-Mar-19 03:30pm 04:30pm reading and activities Voluntarism academy for underprivileged (OLA) Saida children

Soft Skills Series LAU Byblos Workshop & 28-Mar-19 12:00pm 01:00pm Workshop Campus Training

V. Work Plan:

(Available on a separately attached document, refer to the Work plan for USP III-Year 2018-2019)

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VI. Quotes form Scholars:

“ I am more than grateful to be part of the USP Family. This scholarship gave me the chance to meet people from different backgrounds and to be exposed to a new platform of leadership and soft skills.

Thank you for the American People.”

USP VII C3 (ID#: *****05694)– Civil Engineering

“I would like to thank the American people for granting us the University Scholarship

Program who gave me the chance to complete my studies at the Lebanese American University and to take a further step towards a successful and bright future.”

USP VII C3 (ID#: ****05116)– Computer Engineering

VII. Appendix 1:

Refer to the attached template

VIII. Appendix 2:

Mentors List (Fall 2018)

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ID# Mentors ****05529 ****04634 ****05473 Academic Mentor #1 ****06078 Academic ****05337 Mentor #2 ****05346 ****04018 USP Management ****05087 ****05130 ****04222 ****04493 ****05218 ****05576 ****06197 ****05277 ****05116 ****06077 ****05655 ****05362 ****05893 ****05694 ****05540 ****06150 ****05244 ****05981 USP ****05920 Management ****05588

Mentors List (Spring 2019)

ID# Mentors ****05473 Academic Mentor #1 ****04018 Academic Mentor #2 ****04222 Academic Mentor #3 ****06078 Academic

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****05337 Mentor #4 ****05346 ****05529 USP Management ****05087 ****05130 ****05576 ****06197 Academic ****05362 Mentor #5 ****05893 ****06150 ****05053 ****05920 Academic ****05588 Mentor #6 ****05277 ****05116 Academic ****05694 Mentor #7 ****05655 ****05218 Academic Mentor #8 ****05981 USP Management

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