Ever wondered what life after graduation looks like?
Here’s your chance to hear directly from alumni who once sat where you are today.

Antonine University (UA), through the Office of Student Affairs (OSA) and the Office of Alumni Relations (OAR), proudly launches the Meet Your Future Self series — a recurring initiative designed to connect students with alumni who have walked the same path and built inspiring careers.

First Session With Ms. Samar Azzam

The series opens with Ms. Samar Azzam, Bachelor of Arts in Advertising – Journalism and Radio/TV, Class of 2017 — Faculty of Information and Communication (FIC).

A communicator and connector with over 12 years of experience in NGOs and INGOs in Lebanon and abroad, Ms. Azzam believes in the power of storytelling, advocacy, and collaboration to drive meaningful change.

She will share her professional and academic journey, offering practical advice on career paths, the value of networking, and the importance of curiosity and resilience. The session will close with a vision board activity, helping students reflect on their aspirations and build a tangible roadmap for their future.

Event Details

Audience: FIC students

Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025

Time: 2:30–3:30 PM

Location: Hadat–Baabda Campus, Building A, Portraits Room

Speaker: Ms. Samar Azzam, Alumna, Class of 2017

Speaker’s Biography

Ms. Samar Azzam holds a BA in Advertising – Journalism and Radio/TV from Antonine University and a Master’s in Political Science and International Relations from Saint Joseph University of Beirut (USJ).

With more than 12 years of experience across NGOs and INGOs in Lebanon and abroad, she has combined media, advocacy, and humanitarian action to create impact.

During her studies, she volunteered and interned with organizations such as Facebook, the British Council, the ICRC, and the Ministry of Economy and Trade, while also representing Lebanon internationally in the USA, Egypt, Tunisia, and Jordan through leadership and academic programs.
Today, she runs her own communications business, helping organizations and professionals develop impactful strategies and stories, while remaining committed to justice, accountability, and disability inclusion. Looking ahead, she aspires to serve as a diplomat, guided by her belief in dialogue, connection, and inspiring change.