Category: Syria
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Building Carefully
I. Introduction: The Seduction of Metrics There is nothing wrong with innovation. Distance learning, asynchronous instruction, and hybrid models can genuinely expand access to professional education for people who cannot relocate or cannot attend classes during traditional hours. These are real benefits. But innovation becomes pathological when it serves primarily to generate press releases, win…
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Greens and Jasmines
Jasmine, or “yasmeen” in Arabic, is more than just a flower in Damascus – it’s woven into the fabric of daily life. These delicate white blossoms cascade from courtyard walls, spill over balconies, and bloom in the gardens of traditional Damascene homes. During summer evenings, the intoxicating fragrance drifts through the narrow alleyways of the…
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Rebuilding Damascus: Hope And Uncertainty
The world often feels weighed down by injustice, and for years, Syria was a glaring example of this. The brutality, the suffering, and the displacement of millions left the nation in shambles. Even now, after the fall of Assad, uncertainties linger about the path forward. The sheer scale of the rebuilding needed can make the…
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