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Signing a Framework Agreement for Cooperation between the Faculties of Business at Alexandria University and DeGroote Business School in Canada

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Dr. Saeed Allam, Vice President of Alexandria University for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, and Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, on behalf of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, witnessed today, Thursday, August 1, 2024, the signing of the framework agreement between the Faculty of Business at Alexandria University and DeGroote Business School at McMaster University in Canada, in the presence of Dr. Sayed El-Seifi, former Dean of the Faculty of Business, Dr. Amani Yacout, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Business for Graduate Studies and Research, Dr. Ismail Gomaa, Professor of Accounting and Auditing at the Faculty of Business at Alexandria University, Dr. Sameh Shehata, Supervisor of the International Relations Office at Alexandria University, Dr. Gihan Gewaifel, Assistant President of the University for International Branches, and Dr. Boshra Salem, Assistant President of the University for University Classification.
The agreement was signed by Dr. Ayman El-Shetewi, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Business, Alexandria University, and Dr. Khaled Hassanein, Dean of DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University, Canada.
 
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In his speech, Dr. Saeed Allam welcomed the cooperation with McMaster University, Canada, stressing the need for cooperation and expanding the scope of the memorandum of understanding between the two universities to include other fields in various scientific disciplines. He pointed out that the memorandum of understanding between the Faculty of Business, Alexandria University, and DeGroote School, McMaster University, will include exchanges between faculty members and students, in addition to cooperation in the field of joint scientific research. He pointed out that the cooperation comes within the framework of Alexandria University's strategy to raise the level of education and enhance international education competitiveness through cooperation with major American and European universities with advanced global rankings.
 
 
 
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Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen stressed that the cooperation agreement between the two parties is a great opportunity for students of the Faculty of Business at Alexandria University, especially since McMaster University in Canada enjoys a good international reputation and has joint agreements with major international universities. He pointed out that the framework agreement will be followed by signing a protocol to establish a (2+2) program in the field of management, as this program allows students who have passed the first and second levels at the Faculty of Business at Alexandria University to complete the requirements for a bachelor's degree at DeGroote School of Business in Canada in 3 specialized academic programs: human resources, marketing, and finance.
 
 
 
 
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Dr. Khaled Hassanein welcomed the cooperation with Alexandria University and expressed his aspiration to expand the horizons and areas of joint cooperation between the two universities in the future, especially in light of the strong relations between Egypt and Canada. He stressed that aspects of cooperation already exist between Alexandria University and McMaster University in Canada, and that McMaster University has graduates from Alexandria University who have already proven their efficiency and have become the best ambassadors for Alexandria University in Canada. He stressed that the memorandum of understanding between the two parties is the first agreement signed by McMaster University with Alexandria University, as it is one of the most important universities in the Middle East.
 
 
 
 
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The Faculty of Economics and Political Science holds its eighth scientific conference

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Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, inaugurated the faculty's eighth scientific conference. The conference was attended by a group of deans of faculties and university leaders, the Director of the Naval College, the Rear Admiral of the Navy, the Director of the Institute of Naval Postgraduate Studies, naval commanders, a group of members of the Naval Salon, representatives of Al-Azhar, faculty members, representatives of several Alexandrian civil society organizations, and hundreds of researchers and students.
 
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At the beginning of his speech, Dr. Ahmed Wahban conveyed the greetings of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, to the attendees, wishing everyone a fruitful, successful, and constructive conference. He explained that the current two-day conference includes an economic track titled "Economic Challenges and Sustainable Development Goals," and a political track titled "Analysis of Emerging Phenomena in the World of Politics." This underscores the faculty's commitment to addressing issues affecting the national economy, achieving sustainable development, Egyptian national security challenges, and Egyptian foreign policy concerns. He emphasized the need for conference researchers to present serious, effective, and applicable recommendations that can be effectively invested in serving the nation and its causes.
 
 
 
Dr. Walid Qassem, Assistant Professor of Political Science at the faculty and conference rapporteur, also emphasized the faculty's commitment to holding its academic conference periodically, a tradition that reflects its commitment to keeping abreast of and analyzing political and economic developments. He emphasized the importance of the conference producing recommendations for political and economic decision-makers, affirming the faculty's role as a house of expertise in the political and economic fields.
 
 
 
 
The conference sessions included two political and economic axes, during which many topics were addressed. The political axis research discussed the development of the role of international organizations in promoting the protection and respect of human rights at the national level, international legislation and its role in managing global political phenomena, the evolving role of international alliances: a case study of NATO, political research between qualitative and quantitative methods, the role of artificial intelligence in reshaping the international system, democratic decline in the world: a case study of democratic decline in India, a study of the causes and manifestations of democratic decline in Europe, the development of diplomatic patterns in light of the global challenges of the twenty-first century, the impact of populism on democratic systems, and an analysis of the concept of populism between the North and the South. The economic axis included five research papers that addressed several topics related to explaining inflation in Egypt (2020-2025), the impact of micro-projects on the poverty rate in Egypt, and activating the role of zakat in achieving sustainable development goals (2015-2030) (the case of Egypt), towards the integration of water and food security in Algeria: sustainable strategies. To address the challenges of resource scarcity and climate change, in light of changes in the relationship between the Egyptian trade balance and inflation according to the exchange rate hypothesis (2010-2023).
 
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Vice President of Alexandria University Inaugurates Awareness Seminar Entitled “The Danger of Drugs and the Role of Youth in Confrontation” at the Faculty of Education

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As part of Alexandria University’s participation in the presidential initiative “A New Beginning for Building the Egyptian Citizen”, and under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, inaugurated today the awareness seminar entitled “The Danger of Drugs and the Role of Youth in Confrontation”, organized by the Faculty of Education at the college premises.

The seminar was delivered by Dr. Salam El-Sayed El-Arabi, Supervisor of Alexandria Governorate at the Fund for Combating and Treating Addiction and Abuse affiliated with the Cabinet. The event was attended by Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Salem Abdel Razek, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Dr. Lamia El-Shafie, General Coordinator of Student and Voluntary Activities at the University; along with a large number of faculty members and students.

In his speech, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Hakim emphasized that Alexandria University attaches great importance to raising students’ awareness of the dangers of addiction and is keen to organize numerous activities aimed at spreading a culture of awareness about the risks of drug abuse. He highlighted the vital role of youth in leading awareness and prevention efforts both within and beyond the university community. He also stressed the need to change the public perception of drug users, viewing them as victims who need support and guidance to return to the right path and contribute to building the nation.

 

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For his part, Dr. Hassan Abdeen affirmed that young people represent the real energy of society and its hope for the future. He pointed out that the Faculty of Education is committed to implementing the university’s vision of preparing an educated and enlightened generation with a well-rounded personality, through providing support, guidance, and awareness on the risks of negative behaviors such as addiction — in line with the state’s vision for building the Egyptian citizen across education, health, and development sectors.

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During the seminar, Dr. Salam El-Sayed El-Arabi discussed several key topics, including: the concept and risks of narcotic substances, the dimensions of addiction problems, types of addictive substances, and the causes leading to drug use. He also reviewed national efforts in implementing the National Strategy for Combating Drugs.

The seminar witnessed remarkable interaction from students, who raised many questions and inquiries, expressing their happiness to participate and their appreciation of the seminar’s informative content. They also expressed their eagerness to take part in future activities that enrich their university

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The completion of the Water Quality Parameters testing training

 

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The Alexandria Water Resilience – Center of Excellence congratulates the students who have successfully completed the Water Quality Parameters Testing Program that was conducted in the center Water Laboratory.
 
 
 
This intensive 5-day program, with the participation of 14 students from the Civil and Environmental Engineering program at the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University. This program equipped the participants with valuable knowledge and skills to master the tools and techniques used in the water analysis laboratory.
 
 
 
 
Throughout this program, the students delved into the essential water quality parameters and their significance, gaining the required skills of proper testing procedures and techniques and understanding the role and importance of the different equipment present in the laboratory.
 
 
 
Beyond the laboratory bench, the students have also embraced the understanding of the importance of safe and reliable water resources and the importance of compliance with regulations and standards to ensure public health and ecosystem protection.
 
 
 
 
By successfully completing the program, the participants are now better prepared to master the tools and techniques used by water quality professionals and enhance their career prospects for a more attractive future employment in the field of one of our most precious resources - clean water.
 
 
 

New deputies in the Faculties of Science, Specific Education, Agriculture and Nursing

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Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, issued decisions to appoint new deputies in the Faculties of Science, Specific Education, Agriculture and Nursing as follows:
 
 
 
* Appointing Dr. Mohamed Essam Fayez as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Science for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, for a period of three years.
 
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* Renewing the appointment of Dr. Salwa Hassan Pasha as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Specific Education for Graduate Studies and Research Affairs, for a period of three years.
 
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* Appointing Dr. Maha Adel Ibrahim as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture for Education and Student Affairs, for a period of three years.
 
 
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* Appointing Dr. Mohamed Gamal Atwa as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, for a period of three years
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* Appointing Dr. Awatif Ali Hassan Al-Sharqawi as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Nursing for Graduate Studies and Research Affairs, for a period of three years.
 
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