Join the Syrian American Academic Society
A vibrant, inclusive network empowering Syrian scholars across North America.
Are you a Syrian academic, researcher, or graduate student in North America? Join SAAS, a non-profit organization uniting Syrian-American scholars to uplift education and research both locally and back home in Syria.
Why join SAAS
- Connect with fellow Syrian academics regardless of background or political affiliation.
- Showcase your achievements through interviews and stories that highlight the Syrian academic journey.
- Support Syrian graduate students with mentorship on applications, career advice, and academic guidance.
- Collaborate on research and teaching opportunities between U.S./Canadian and Syrian universities.
- Contribute to rebuilding higher education in Syria by sharing your knowledge, expertise, and access to global resources.
Membership types
- Professional member
- For those with a Master’s or PhD, active in their fields.
- Student member
- For current graduate students.
- Honorary member
- For distinguished contributors to the Syrian academic cause.
Who can join
- Syrians or individuals of Syrian origin.
- Living in the United States, Canada, or Mexico.
- Holding a postgraduate degree (Master’s or PhD), regardless of the country where it was obtained. Bachelor’s degree holders currently enrolled in a graduate program may also apply.
- Committed to our mission and values, and ready to rise above politics and sectarian divides for a greater cause.
Medical doctors (physicians) are not eligible for membership in the Society.
How to apply
- Complete the membership application form.
- Attach the required academic information.
- The Membership Review Committee reviews your application and contacts you if you are accepted.
Join our team
Want to contribute to the Society’s work as a volunteer? Tell us about yourself and how you would like to help.
Volunteer with usAt SAAS, we believe that collaborative academic work is a fundamental pillar for building a better scientific and humanitarian future.