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Faculty of Law Organizes Educational Seminar on “Citizenship between Christianity and Islam”
Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President of Alexandria University for Postgraduate Studies and Research Affairs, on behalf of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, participated this afternoon in the educational symposium organized by the Faculty of Law under the title "Citizenship between Christianity and Islam", In which the speakers were Dr. Ali Gomaa, the former Grand Mufti of Egypt, and Chairman of the Religious Affairs and Endowments Committee In the House of Representatives, and Judge Monsef Suleiman, Undersecretary of the Religious Affairs and Endowments Committee in the House of Representatives, at the headquarters of the Faculty of Law in Shatby. The event was attended by Dr. Mohamed El-Feki, Dean of the Faculty of Law, Dr. Mohamed Abdellah, former President of the University, Ambassador Mazeed Al-Huwaishan, Consul of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia In Alexandria, Judge Saad El-Saadani, President of the Alexandria Judges Club, Judge Sadek Belal, President of the Economic Court in Alexandria, as well as deans and vice-deans of faculties, a number of members of judicial bodies, In addition tofaculty members and faculty students.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour welcomed the guests of the seminar at Alexandria University, stressing its importance in shedding light on the value of citizenship as a basis for coexistence in society. He stressed the university's keenness to organize such seminars to give students the opportunity to listen to national figures and great experiencees in all fields, with the aim of raising awareness and enhancing their values of patriotism and sense of belonging among them. He expressed his wish that the culture of citizenship will prevail among all members of society, as it represents the only way for the development and advancement of societies.
Dr. Ali Gomaa expressed his pleasure for being at Alexandria University and discussing contemporary issues with university students. He stressed the importance of making efforts to spread culture, build minds, and highlight the concept of citizenship in the modern era, which represents a social contract between the Individual and the state, whichh is what the concept of nationality, upon which the rights and duties of the individual in society are built on. He referred to the realization of this concept In Islamic history through several models In the era of the Prophet Mohamed and the rightly guided caliphs, through several images In the societies of Mecca, Medina and Abyssinia, and he added that the state in Islam Is a civil state that differs from religious and secular states in that It is based on the separation of the legislative, judicial and executive powers, but on the condition that the legislation is within the framework of the principles of Islamic law, which means that citizenship is the safest way to coexist in the current era.
Judge Monsef Suleiman Indicated that religions establish the concept of citizenship, as the essence of religions Is mercy, tolerance, and benevolence. This concept was manifested In the common history between Muslims and Christians several times, most notably when they participated together in the 1919 revolution, and then formed a delegation that addressed the British authorities headed by leader Saad Zaghloul. Muslims and Christians together also participated in the constitution writing committees throughout history. Mr. Suleiman stressed the support of Christianity for this concept through the prayers that are recited for security, safety, peace, and stability for all. He also pointed to the role of youth in maximizing the positives and facing the challenges facing our dear homeland.
In his speech, Dr. Mohamed El-Feki, Dean of the Faculty of Law, referred to the role of the faculty in carrying out Its social responsibility towards civil society in all Its sects, In addition to its educational and academic mission. He said that choosing the topic of citizenship as a title for the seminar came due to Its importance in the stability of countries and the preservation of their security and safety, being one of the most Important means of progress and advancement. He explained that what is meant by citizenship here is inclusive citizenship as a framework that accommodates everyone, and as the highest expression that describes the nature of the relationship between the individuals and the society to which they belong. Dr. El-Feki also pointed out the important role of religious institutions in always urging to strengthen and mobilize citizenship, as religions and religious institutions remain the most capable of consolidating the foundations of sound citizenship in Arab societies based on the upbringing of their members on human values.
Dr. Suzi Nashed, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, confirmed that nationality Is the legal basis for the exercise of citizenship, as the principle of citizenship was stipulated In the Egyptian constitution, explaining that this concept Is considered a ruler for all articles of the Egyptian constitution and laws.
The seminar witnessed a great interaction from the attendees and rich discussions that confirmed the awareness and culture of the university students, calling for the repetition of such outstanding cultural symposiums.
Faculty of Agriculture in Saba Pasha organizes a celebration entitled “October of Victory and Pride... Men Who Made History”
Within the framework of Alexandria University’s celebrations of the golden jubilee of the glorious October victories, and under the auspices of Dr. Abdel Aziz Konswa, President of Alexandria University, Faculty of Agriculture in Saba Pasha organized a celebration entitled “October of Victory and Pride... Men Who Made History” in the faculty’s conference hall, in which it hosted the fighting hero, a marine brigade. Omar Izz al-Din, the hero of Eilat, and the hero, the fighter of the Saiqa Brigade, Ilmi Hussein Kamel, the hero of the Battle of Abu Atwa.
At the beginning of the celebration, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Fattah, Dean of the College, welcomed the Egyptian heroes, and sent a greeting of respect and appreciation to everyone who contributed to the October War, praising the courage of the Egyptian heroes in confronting the enemy. He called on the students to beware of rumors as it is one of the fourth generation wars... and asked them to pay attention to science, as it is the way to build. And progress..
During the celebration, which was moderated by the media advisor, Dr. Ibrahim Abdullah, in the presence of Dr. Iman Ayyad, Acting Vice Dean of the College for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, and Dr. Ibrahim Abbas, Vice Dean of the College for Postgraduate Studies and Research, the college’s choral team performed a number of patriotic songs expressing the glorious victories of October.
The hero, Marine Major General Omar Ezz El-Din, spoke about the beginning of the conflict with the enemy since the war of June 5, 1967, and the situation in which the Egyptian army members were, going through the war of attrition and the enemy’s infliction of many military losses. Ezz El-Din said that the destroyer Eilat, belonging to the Israeli enemy, was actually destroyed by missile launchers on the day. October 21, 1967 off the coast of Port Said, while the port of Eilat and ships transporting soldiers and equipment were destroyed by frogs two years later, specifically on November 15, 1969.
Meanwhile, the hero, Sa’iqa Brigade fighter Almi Hussein Kamel, referred to the details of the Abu Atwa battle, which stopped the Israeli forces from advancing towards Ismailia and Cairo, and the details that led to the great victory.
At the end of the celebration, the Dean of the College honored a number of full-time professors at the Saba Pasha College of Agriculture who participated in the glorious October War, and presented the fighting heroes with the College’s shield in appreciation of their great sacrifices.
Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science Continues Seminars on Artificial Intelligence
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Centre for Economic Research and Studies at the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Sciences organized an educational symposium entitled “Research Applications of Artificial Intelligence and Ethical Controls,” in which Dr. Nabil Salah El-Arabi, Professor of Digital Economics at the Faculty, and former advisor to one of the United Nations Development Program projects, lectured.
Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty, indicated that the symposium was attended by a group of faculty members, supporting staff, researchers, specialists, and students from the Departments of Economics and Political Science. He pointed out in his speech the importance of adhering to ethical controls and academic standards in scientific research, stressing that the development of artificial intelligence electronic and digital tools in academic research is not a substitute for serious, thorough scientific research, and the researchers must strive to benefit from contemporary technologies, including the potential of artificial intelligence, without falling into the trap of plagiarism or claiming intellectual property that is not their own creation.
Dr. Abeer Shaaban Abdo, Executive Director of the Centre for Economic Research and Studies, pointed out the accelerating pace of artificial intelligence innovations that cast a shadow on academic research, which necessitates the need to discuss them and learn about the advantages and risks of using these technologies in the research and academic field.
Dr. Nabil El-Arabi reviewed artificial intelligence technologies and their expected impact on human lives and scientific research. He also reviewed the latest developments in this field, pointing to several topics, most notably:
- Introduction to the chatbot using artificial intelligence.
- How does the LLM work within artificial intelligence techniques?
- A comparison between the ChatGPT application and the Bard application in terms of specifications and performance standards.
- Effective use of artificial intelligence dialogue robots in research activities.
- Ethics of using artificial intelligence applications in academic research.
The symposium included numerous interventions from the audience, including faculty members, supporting staff members, and young researchers, during which they asked various questions, and ended with an emphasis on continuing the series of symposiums on the subject of artificial intelligence and its developments, based on its great importance in the field of contemporary scientific research.
The Committee of Higher Education Reform Experts in a symposium at "Medicine"
Dr. Mohammad Ismail Abdo, Vice President of Alexandria University for Matroh Branch Affairs stated that the student is the core of the educational process so that development programs of the higher education should be directed to the student as the principle output of higher education. He indicated that AU is characterized by distinct educational programs in undergraduate and graduate levels and confers many joint degrees in collaboration with world universities.
That came during the symposium organized by the Committee of Higher Education Reform Experts H.E.R.E. in the conference hall of the Faculty of Medicine.
The symposium was attended by deans, deputies and faculty members of Alexandria University and other Egyptian universities.
Dr. Ismail added that higher education reform must address several items: education, students, graduates, faculty members, scientific research, community service and the development of the environment.
Prof. Dr. Seddik Abdel Salam, Vice-President of AU for Graduate Studies and Research declared that big universities focus its curricula and programs on the student and called to develop the pre-university education by developing appropriate curricula for the labor environment.
Dr. Yasser El-Shayeb, Director of the National Agency EU Programs NEO declared that the H.E.R.E committee is a selected group of Egyptian professors to perform continued development and researches with big universities in the European Union. He also stated that during 2017 a number of workshops will be held on medical education and students’ development.
The symposium included some presentations delivered by committee members on higher education reform issues.
Faculty of Agriculture at Saba Pasha Holds Its Employment Forum with Wide Participation of Agricultural Companies
As part of the Faculty of Agriculture's efforts to strengthen the link between academic education and the labour market, and under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Agriculture at Saba Pasha Campus held its employment forum at the faculty's headquarters. The forum was attended by several leading agricultural companies, faculty members, students, and alumni.
Dr. Ahmed Abdelfattah Mahmoud, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture in Saba Pasha, noted that the forum's activities included scientific and awareness seminars on employment skills and job opportunities in the agricultural sector, discussions between students and company representatives on professional challenges, and practical guidance on preparing for the labour market. He added that many participating companies offered immediate employment and training opportunities to a large number of students, including Orkem Trading and Agriculture Company, Younis Apiary, Aladdin Poultry Company, Al Waha Company, Green Argy Company, Life Company, and Rich Grow Company. He explained that these opportunities varied between field training and direct jobs in the sectors of animal production, crops, food processing, protection, and agricultural extension.
Dr. Ibrahim Abbas El-Sayed, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research and Acting Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, indicated that the employment and training opportunities provided by the participating companies to students and graduates of the faculty are real opportunities to develop their skills and prepare them to engage in various fields of agricultural work.
Dr. Iman Ayyad, Supervisor of the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector at the Faculty, noted that the forum featured scientific and awareness seminars on employment skills and job opportunities in the agricultural sector, discussions between students and company representatives on professional challenges, and practical guidance on preparing for the labour market.
Dr. Shaima Shaheen, Associate Professor in the Department of Animal and Fisheries Production at the Faculty, participated in coordinating the forum's activities.
