In a demonstration of its dedication to social responsibility, the City University (CITYU) recently solidified its commitment by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Lebanese General Security Directorate. The agreement, overseen by Dr. Edgar Rizk, the president of CITYU, seeks to extend comprehensive support to the families and personnel of the General Security, recognizing their pivotal role in upholding security and stability.
The signing ceremony brought together representatives from both entities:
From the General Directorate of Public Security:
Brigadier General Naji Al-Ahmad (Head of the delegation and representative of Brigadier General Elias Al-Bissri)
Major Danny Abu Jawdeh
Administrative Major George Mfarrej
Naval Colonel Mazen Saqr
From City University:
Dr. Saadallah Halimi, Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Dr. Mazen Hazim, Director of the Technology Center and Head of the Computer Science Department
Engineer Ryan Najjar, Head of the Department of Architecture
Dr. Carlo Haoui, Director of Admissions and Registration
Kawthar Yammak, Head of the Guidance and Counseling Office
Dr. Youssef Shahin, Advisor to His Excellency MP Fayssal Karame
Key highlights of the agreement encompass:
Annual tuition discounts:
50% for undergraduate students
35% for graduate students
50% for continuing education programs and language classes (excluding international programs)
This accord exemplifies CITYU’s unwavering dedication to supporting and acknowledging the General Security personnel, striving to enhance their educational opportunities through financial incentives and sustainable university assistance.