Higher Education and Political Transition in Post-War Societies: Lessons in Libya

Sansom Milton’s article in the recent IIENetworker magazine discusses the importance and difficulties of rebuilding higher education institutions after war, using the example of Libya. "Higher education represented a major potential resource that could contribute towards ... the process of democratization and civil society development," writes Milton. "Many argue that higher education ... is critical to the long-term health of pluralistic and open societies."