Marwan Awartani (born 21 April 1949) is a Palestinian politician, professor and educator who formerly served as the Minister of Education of the Palestinian National Authority from 13 April 2019 to 3 September 2023. He is also President of the Palestinian Society for Mathematical Sciences, Alpha International, and Palestine Technical University-Kadoorie.

Early life and education

Marwan Awartani was born 21 April 1949 in Anabta, Tulkarm Governorate.[citation needed] Awartani graduated with a bachelor of science degree in Mathematics from American University of Beirut in 1973. He obtained a master of science degree in Topology from Lehigh University in 1978, where he also completed his Ph.D. in 1980.[citation needed]

Career

Awartani served as the Palestinian Minister of Education from 13 April 2019 until his resignation from the post was accepted on 3 September 2023.

Awartani served as the Acting President of Al-Quds University, Secretary General of the Universal Education Foundation, and is the Chairman of the Arab Foundations Forum.[citation needed]

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Political offices
Preceded bySabri Saidam[ar]Minister of Education 2019–2023Succeeded byMahmoud Abu Muwais[ar]