Board of Trustees

The Board includes high-level and influential American and international figures in academic, intellectual, and professional circles.

Honorary President

Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mercer University School of Medicine, and serves as a key specialist and Scientific Director at the Middle Georgia Fertility Institute.

He has extensive research experience from prestigious institutions such as Harvard Medical School and the Yerkes National Primate Research Center.

He is also a member of the Abstract Review Committee of the American Society for Reproductive Medicine and a scientific reviewer for the NIH-NCRR program and the Smithsonian Institution’s Scholarly Studies Program. Additionally, he is a director of a highly complex laboratory in Embryology and Andrology from the American Board of Bioanalysis.

Dr. Afra bint Hasher Al Maktoum is a prominent figure with a diverse background and extensive experience in education, mental health, and community welfare. She serves as an inspiration and motivator to many.

She holds a Ph.D. in Mental Health from the American University and a Master’s degree in Educational Administration. Dr. Afra has been actively involved in community development initiatives and has participated in numerous conferences, as well as radio and television programs.

Professor of Surgery and former President of Howard University, Wayne A. I. Frederick holds the Charles R. Drew Professor of Surgery position at Howard University College of Medicine. He is a distinguished cancer surgeon at Howard University Hospital.

As the 17th President of Howard University, Dr. Frederick led transformative initiatives to enhance student opportunities, academic innovation, and financial stability. He has received numerous awards, including recognition in Ebony magazine’s “Power 100” list and being named a “Distinguished Physician” by The Washington Post.

Assistant Professor at the American University and a scientific researcher specializing in electrochemical and chromatographic techniques for analyzing neurotransmitters.

His innovative research has been recognized by the Royal Society of Chemistry. His scientific investigations on “Discovery of Multiple Neurotransmitters Using Multielectrode Arrays and Fast-Scan Cyclic Voltammetry” serve as a reference for the Center for Scientific Review at the National Institutes of Health and as a reviewer for high-impact scientific journals.

Professor George Patterson has a distinguished career marked by leadership roles in prestigious institutions, and he is considered a visionary leader and pioneer in higher education. His leadership of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at the University of Toledo was notable, contributing to the development of new programs, including a Ph.D. program in Spatially Integrated Social Sciences.

As a Visiting Fellow at Morehouse College, he made significant contributions to the Department of Sociology and the Andrew Young Center for International Affairs.

Professor Edmund Ghareeb is a distinguished academic specializing in political science, social sciences, and diplomatic relations. He serves as a trusted advisor to the U.S. Department of Education on political, diplomatic, and international relations matters.

He is the author of numerous publications, including “The Historical Dictionary of Iraq” and “Split Vision: Portrayal of Arabs in the American Media.” His expertise is widely sought after globally, having delivered lectures across the United States, Europe, and the Arab world.

Professor Angela Wells teaches at George Mason University, specializing in financial controls management, accounting procedures, financial forecasting, and business operations. Dr. Wells has held prominent positions, including Chief Financial Officer at BDO USA LLP, where she managed over 20 government contractors worldwide for 12 years. She also served as Financial Controller at Planning Systems Inc./Qinetiq and Senior Financial Reporting Accountant at MAXIMUS.

Professor Natalia Bell is an Assistant Professor at the School of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology (BILT) at Marymount University. She has been recognized with two prestigious academic awards for her outstanding contributions to academic excellence. Professor Bell is committed to strengthening the relationship between academia and industry, fostering collaboration and integration, and shaping a significant future in information security and technology.

Professor Luis Nino is a prominent and influential figure in the field of international diplomatic relations, both academically and professionally. As a Professor of Diplomatic Relations at George Washington University, Dr. Nino is known for his robust academic background and distinguished presence. He possesses extensive experience in business development, international trade, and the operations of non-profit organizations. His impressive career also includes significant contributions to the information technology sector and network security.