Are you looking for a space for reflection, debate, and exchange on the new challenges of communication in the digital age and the era of artificial intelligence? 

The Faculty of Information and Communication (FIC) at Antonine University (UA) invites you to its scientific conference titled “Communication in a Chaotic World: Challenges and Opportunities,” bringing together researchers, alumni, and students to discuss major communication issues in an uncertain global context. 

In a world marked by recurring crises — particularly in Lebanon since 2019 — this conference aims to examine the fundamental role of communication in society through the lens of technological advancements, ethical considerations, and social transformations. 

Researchers will present their latest studies on communication’s evolution in the age of AI. FIC graduates will share their scientific research, and Master’s students who participated in the Collective Realization project, in partnership with the University of Toulon, will showcase their award-winning projects, recognized for their academic excellence and contemporary relevance. 

Join this event to explore the many dimensions of communication, enhance your knowledge, and expand your network. 

Event Details 

Audience: Open to the public 

Date: Wednesday, April 9, 2025 

Time: 11:30 AM–6:00 PM 

Location: Hadat–Baabda Campus, Building G, Room G.2.7 

Program 

11:30 AM–12:00 PM | Reception and Registration 

12:00–12:40 PM | Opening Session 

• Dalal Moukarzel, Dean of the FIC
• Antoine El Samrani, Vice Rector for Research
• Michel Saghbiny, Rector of UA

Master of Ceremony: Dr. Joe Moukarzel 

12:40–1:45 PM | Alumni Research in Communication Sciences 

Moderator: Dr. Pascale Azar 

• Ghada Joubran | The Impact of Communication in Lebanese SMEs: Between Materiality and Virtuality
• Laura Rahhal | Environmental Issues Through the Lens of Lebanese Alternative Media
• Tracy Baaklini | Heritage Architecture: A Communicative Mediator Following the Explosion of August 4, 2020

1:45–2:15 PM | Artificial Intelligence and Diplomacy 

• Naji Kozaily, Antonine University

2:15–3:30 PM | Lunch Break 

3:40–4:00 PM | Research in Digital Media: A Source of Creativity and Inspiration 

• Pascale Azar, Antonine University

4:00–5:15 PM | Collective Realization: Student Research-based Projects with the University of Toulon 

Moderator: Dr. Joe Moukarzel 

5:15–5:30 PM | Cèdre Project: Lebanese Diaspora Dynamics 

• Joe Moukarzel, Antonine University

5:30–6:00 PM | Closing ceremony