Created: 22 July 2025

Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Vice President of Alexandria University for Education and Student Affairs, received on behalf of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, a delegation from the Uzbekistani Media Center "Ziyo" headed by Mr. Abdul Hamid Mukhtarov, Media Director of the Center. The delegation was briefed on Alexandria University's experience in the fields of education, cultural diversity, and addressing contemporary intellectual challenges.

The meeting was attended by Dr. Sameh Shehata, General Supervisor of the University's International Relations Office, and Dr. Taha Najm, Head of the Department of Mass Communication at the Faculty of Arts.

During the meeting, Dr. Abdel Mohsen emphasized the depth of academic cooperation between Alexandria University and several Uzbek universities in various fields, including academic exchange and joint scientific research. This reflects the shared desire to strengthen knowledge and cultural bridges between the two sides. He also reviewed the university's role in promoting the values of tolerance and peaceful coexistence through organizing seminars, cultural dialogues, and joint student activities. He also highlighted cooperation with official religious institutions to organize awareness lectures on campus, which reinforces correct religious concepts and protects students from misinformation.

Dr. Shehata gave a comprehensive presentation on Alexandria University, discussing its origins and development, its international branches outside Egypt, and the agreements signed with several internationally ranked universities, which have resulted in joint academic programs and dual degrees. He also reviewed the university's centers of excellence and their role in supporting innovation and scientific research.

Dr. Taha Najm emphasized that building critical and digital awareness among students is a pillar of the college's academic work. He noted that Alexandria University places great importance on integrating media literacy into its curricula and cooperating with state institutions to disseminate reliable scholarly discourse. He explained that many of the research and studies conducted within the Department of Media address issues of extremism, focusing on the psychological, social, and economic aspects of the phenomenon, as well as ways to develop a rational religious discourse that enhances student awareness against intellectual and religious extremism.

For their part, members of the Uzbekistani Media Center "Ziyo" delegation expressed their happiness with their visit to Alexandria University, praising the academic development and cultural awareness they witnessed, which reflects the university's standing regionally and internationally. They emphasized that the efforts they witnessed in supporting the values of coexistence, improving the quality of education, and opening up to international universities represent a model to be emulated in the region. They also expressed their aspiration to enhance cooperation between Uzbek universities and Alexandria University in the fields of scientific research, academic exchange, and media expertise.

Created: 21 July 2025

During its meeting, chaired by Professor Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen, Acting Vice President of Alexandria University for Education and Student Affairs, the Alexandria University Education and Student Affairs Council approved the transfer, enrolment, and admission regulations for the 2025/2026 academic year, in accordance with the regulations established by the Supreme Council of Universities.

• Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen thanked the deans and vice deans of the faculties and the Centre for Measurement and Evaluation, headed by Dr. Sameh Nakhla, for their efforts during the past academic year and the rapid completion of control work and announcement of exam results in most of the university's faculties, ensuring the well-being of students and the smooth running of academic procedures according to the specified schedule.
• He also thanked the General Administration of Youth Care, headed by Mr. Shehab Mahrous, for their excellence in organizing student activities at the university.
• Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen praised the outstanding implementation of the aptitude test procedures at the Faculties of Sports Sciences for Boys, Sports Sciences for Girls, and Fine Arts.
• The Council honoured Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen on his reaching the legal retirement age and the end of his tenure. The honouring was in recognition of his efforts during the past years as Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs. They wished him continued success.

For his part, Professor Dr. Ali Abdel mohsen expressed his sincere appreciation for this generous gesture, which reflects the spirit of appreciation and cooperation among the Council members. He extended his thanks and appreciation to Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, the university leadership, and the staff. He emphasized the importance of continuing to work with a spirit of responsibility, sincerity, and dedication to enhance the quality of educational services provided by the University, and advance it toward achieving its rightful position at both the

local and international levels.

Created: 19 July 2025

As part of strengthening international academic cooperation, Alexandria University and Alexandria National University, represented by Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, participated in the official signing ceremony of agreements to activate Master's programs in Engineering Sciences between the University of Louisville and 12 Egyptian public and private universities. The high-profile event was attended by Professor Catherine Carderelli, Interim Provost of the University of Louisville, Professor Emmanuel Collins, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, representatives of the university administration and the Faculty of Engineering, as well as presidents of the participating Egyptian universities and a group of academic leaders from both Egypt and the United States.

The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, via video conference. He delivered a recorded speech on the occasion. His Excellency emphasized that this partnership represents a strategic step that reflects the Egyptian state's commitment to promoting academic excellence and innovation, building a new generation of globally qualified researchers. He also pointed out that this agreement supports one of the most important pillars of the National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research, namely the internationalization of education and the provision of flexible educational opportunities based on international reference.

Dr. Konsowa emphasized the commitment of both Alexandria University and Alexandria National University to integrating their students into the global higher education system through strategic partnerships with leading international universities, including the University of Louisville. This provides unprecedented opportunities for students in both academic and training, contributes to achieving academic excellence, and enhances the competitiveness of graduates at the local, regional, and global levels.

The university president explained that this cooperation represents a flexible academic transition path that enables students to complete part of their studies at the Egyptian university and then directly enroll in graduate programs at the University of Louisville, according to approved academic requirements. He noted that this agreement will contribute to opening new horizons for university students to complete graduate studies at the University of Louisville, according to the credit-hour system. The program stipulates that the student completes six credit hours at Alexandria University (or Alexandria National University) and then proceeds to complete an additional 24 credit hours at the University of Louisville, qualifying them to obtain a master's degree in engineering sciences in various specializations. The university president emphasized that this cooperation represents a qualitative step towards developing academic programs that align with international standards. He noted that the visit also included discussions on cooperation between the Technology Park at Alexandria University and its counterpart, the Innovation Center at the University of Louisville, to exchange expertise in the fields of entrepreneurship, support emerging projects, and develop technology incubator mechanisms. This will contribute to building an integrated innovation system that links academic research with market needs and provides a stimulating environment for students, researchers, and innovators.

This visit represents an extension of a successful partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville, which included the launch of a dual degree program in all engineering disciplines. This unique program allows students from the Faculty of Engineering at Alexandria University to obtain a dual bachelor's degree from both universities.

Last year witnessed the graduation of the first batch of students from the dual degree program in biomedical engineering. Seven students successfully completed their studies at the University of Louisville, reflecting the quality of this program and its positive impact on developing a generation of globally qualified engineers.

It is worth noting that recent years have witnessed several coordination visits between the leaders of the two universities, resulting in the signing of joint cooperation agreements at the undergraduate and graduate levels in several engineering disciplines. These partnerships currently extend to Alexandria National University, which represents a modern model of university education that seeks to lead the way through international partnerships that contribute to improving the quality of education, research, and innovation.

Created: 16 July 2025

Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the 18th International Festival of the Theater Department for Specialized Theater Departments and Institutes concluded yesterday evening, Tuesday, July 15, 2025.

The festival was organized by the Theater Department of the Faculty of Arts, Alexandria University, at the Grand Theater of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

This session was named after the artist Fathy Abdel Wahab, in honor of his artistic career and in recognition of his role in enriching Arab theater and cinema. In his speech, Abdel Wahab expressed his great happiness and pride in this honor, emphasizing that academic studies were a fundamental pillar of his artistic career, as they honed his talent and gave him the ability to deeply understand texts, craft characters, and engage with audiences with awareness and creativity. Abdel Wahab emphasized that theater remains the first home that embraces artists and elevates their spirits. He expressed his great happiness with the creative youth performances that reflected renewed energy and a determination to innovate, proving that theater remains capable of bringing hearts together, unifying visions, and delivering sublime human messages, as it is the greatest invention in the world.

Dr. Mohammed Al-Sudani, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Arts for Community Service and Environmental Development, described this edition as exceptional, given its rich artistic and cultural offerings, making it a shining milestone in the festival's history. He explained that the event was not merely about artistic performances, but rather a celebration of humanity and an affirmation of the importance of art as a bridge between peoples. He also expressed his appreciation and gratitude to all participating countries, including the UAE, Jordan, Italy, Spain, and Greece, as well as the Egyptian troupes, for their performances that embodied the spirit of cooperation and innovation and contributed to enriching the theatrical scene. He noted that the festival is a celebration of identity, humanity, and the language understood by all peoples: the language of the stage, voice, movement, and action.

For her part, Dr. Manal Fouda, Head of the Theater Department, expressed her great pride in the achievements of this year's festival, emphasizing that the festival has become a true platform for honing students' talents, developing their abilities, and enhancing their artistic and academic presence. She noted the diversity that characterized the performances, reflecting the participants' openness to various theater schools and contemporary techniques, contributing to the presentation of innovative works that combined intellectual depth with visual beauty.

The six-day festival featured a variety of theatrical performances that combined classical and contemporary styles, distinguished by new directing techniques. This provided audiences and critics with an exceptional opportunity to enjoy a rich theatrical spectacle that expresses the spirit of youth and embodies the blend of cultures in a sophisticated artistic form.

The closing ceremony featured the distribution of the festival's awards, honoring the top three winning teams. Special awards were also given for Best Director, Best Screenplay, Best Lead Actor, and Best Supporting Actor in recognition of their outstanding artistic efforts and creativity.

During the ceremony, director Sameh Bassiouni, director of the Vanguard Theatre, announced that prizes would be awarded to the winning teams. These teams will be given the opportunity to train at the Vanguard Theatre, a first step toward professionalization and honing their skills, opening up new horizons for them in the world of professional theatre.

Dr. Gamal Yaqout, festival supervisor, extended his deep gratitude to all those involved in organizing the festival, including committees, technical teams, volunteers, and everyone who worked behind the scenes. He praised their dedication to presenting a festival befitting the history of Alexandria University and its leading position in the Arab and international cultural scene.