English Faculty News
Faculty of Physical Education for Girls organizes the "Orphan Day" celebration
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Physical Education for Girls organized the “Orphan Day” celebration, in cooperation with the Hayati Association, at the faculty’s headquarters.
Dr. Maha Mohamed Amin, Dean of the College, indicated that the community service sector and the Department of Youth Welfare in the college organized the celebration, and the faculty students participated in the organization and implementation of the ceremony, which included a play, games and entertainment for children, a puppet theater, and the distribution of prizes (children's games).
Higher Institute of Public Health organizes an educational symposium on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the October victories, entitled “Crossing and Victory”
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konswa, President of Alexandria University, the Higher Institute of Public Health organized an educational symposium on the occasion of the fiftieth anniversary of the victories of the Glorious October War under the title “Crossing and Victory,” with the participation of a group of the most prominent participants in sinking the destroyer Eilat and destroying the port of Eilat, namely Major General Nabil El Shazly, trainer. The executors of the Eilat Operations Group, Major General Omar Ezz El-Din, and Marine Lieutenant Colonel Mohsen Al-Gohary, in the presence of Dr. Heba Al-Qadi, Dean of the Institute, Dr. Engy Al-Ghitani, Deputy of the Institute for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, and Dr. Nisreen Al-Nimr, Deputy of the Institute for Postgraduate Studies and Research.
In her speech, Dr. Heba Al-Qadi affirmed that the glorious October victory is a great victory and a defining moment in the history of the Arab nation, especially since it united the Arab nation around one goal, which is to defend the usurped land and confront the enemy, pointing out that the spirit of determination and patience must be inspired by the October victories and we must remember Always our heroic martyrs, and we always renew our pledge to liberate Palestine from the usurping enemy.
While Major General Omar Ezz El-Din referred to his participation in the bombing of the destroyer Eilat and the destruction of the Israeli rig in the Suez Canal and the Belayim oil field during the war, as Israel seized it and had to be recovered after it was exploited by Israel. He pointed out that the Eilat operation contributed to raising the morale of the Egyptians and the forces. The Egyptian Armed Forces after the setback of June 1967, and paved the way for achieving victory in October 1973.
While Major General Nabil El Shazly spoke about his role in training the Egyptian heroes in the Egyptian Navy to swim and dive, which brought down the Israeli naval destroyer Eilat, stressing that the preparation stage for the operation was arduous and required carrying out very tough training, stressing that it was an unprecedented process in military operations and is taught in all academies. Military forces around the world, and he confirmed that he was tasked with raising the level of endurance and speed among the group’s members so that they could carry out the operation and return again safely.
Major General Mohsen Al-Gohary referred to his role in the rescue operations during and after the operation and clearing the Suez Canal area to pave the way for the heroes to cross to Eilat and carry out the mission efficiently.
Faculty of Education Hosts Novelist Essam Youssef in "Geniuses and Community Awareness" Seminar
Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, received the writer and novelist Essam Youssef, presenter of the "Geniuses" TV game show, where he gave him the university's shield in appreciation of the cultural and educational role he plays through his purposeful "Geniuses" programme. He stressed that the university would continue this success and will spread the idea of these competitions among students of different faculties to contribute to raising their intellectual and cultural level.
Mr. Youssef had met earlier with Alexandria University students in an educational seminar organized by the Faculty of Education under the title "Geniuses and Community Awareness". Among the participants in the seminar were Dr. Wael Nabil, Vice President of Alexandria University for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Mohamed Anwar Farrag, Dean of the Faculty of Education, Sheikh Ibrahim El-Gamal, Secretary of the Family House in Alexandria, Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Education for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Salem Abdelrazek, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Education for Community Service Affairs, Mr. Ehab Zakaria, member of the Parliament, as well as several deans and vice deans of faculties, in addition to a group of professors, thinkers, and intellectuals in Alexandria.
In his speech, Dr. Wael Nabil expressed his pleasure with the participation of this large number of students who represent the future of the new Egypt, stressing the importance of benefiting from the experience of the “Geniuses” TV programme and trying to employ it educationally to push students to learn, adding that the role of the university is no longer limited to science, but rather includes organizing such meetings, which contribute to increasing students' cultural awareness and knowledge. He also indicated that Alexandria University's participation in the “Geniuses” programme represents a qualitative and creative breakthrough that can be used as a competitive educational strategy.
Writer and TV host Essam Youssef explained that he is happy to be in Alexandria University, a fortress of knowledge, assuring the students that one of the most important reasons for success is to have a dream they seek to achieve with perseverance and diligence. He added that geniuses, talented and creative people represent the hope of the nation with their talents and capabilities. He also explained that the idea of the "Geniuses" programme represents a qualitative and creative breakthrough that can be made use of by its implementation on a large scale within schools and universities, to bring about a noticeable change in the psychological and academic aspects of students as future investment projects.
In his speech, Dr. Mohamed Anwar Farrag, Dean of the Faculty of Education, emphasized that the “Geniuses” TV programme is a pioneering and unique Egyptian experience based on honest competition among students in a creative scientific atmosphere, that instils noble educational values in the hearts of students, that may exceed what educational systems have provided over the decades. He indicated that the “Geniuses” programme is the most powerful way that makes the students, whether in Egypt or in the Arab world, search for information by themselves, whether in science, arts, literature, technology, or history. It establishes the concept of self-education and spontaneous activity, and this principle has become necessary in modern education systems.
Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Education for Education and Student Affairs, stressed the importance of discovering geniuses through nomination by their peers, holding various tests and having certain standards, indicating that this does not end when geniuses are discovered, but rather they must be cared for and nurtured by urging them to persevere and endure difficulties, and training them to solve problems that they encounter.
Charity Bazaar at the Faculty of Commerce Open for a Month
Dr. El-Sayed El-Saifi, Dean of the Faculty of Commerce, inaugurated the charity bazaar organized by the faculty for students under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and in cooperation with the Faculty's Alumni Association. Its activities will continue until December 20. The bazaar includes scientific and historical books, leather crafts, various handicrafts, and accessories sold at cost. The Dean of announced that the proceeds from the sale of these products will be donated to support the Fund for the Needy Students at the faculty.
Dr. Alaa El-Din El-Gharabawi, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Ayman Ahmed Shteiwy, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, and faculty members participated in the inauguration.
Educational Innovations and Distance Learning Unit at Faculty of Tourism and Hotels Organizes "In Love with Alexandria" Event
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Educational Innovations and Distance Learning Unit at the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels is organizing the “In Love with Alexandria” event, from the 9th until the 12th of March 2023, at the Horreya Creativity Center
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Dr. Abeer Attia, Dean of the Faculty, indicated that this event aims to promote the city of Alexandria in tourism through the works of participants in various competitions in the fields of photography, drawing, artistic handicrafts, souvenirs, poetry, short stories and documentaries, with the participation of a group of professors and specialists in these fields, who helped in refining students' artistic skills, in order to achieve the goal of the activity, which is to discover their creative side and benefit them in these areas.
Dr. Dina Weheba, Executive Director of the Educational Innovations and Distance Learning Unit at the faculty, indicated that the goal of this event is not just to win, but to introduce Alexandria University students to the skills they possess that can contribute to creating a more beautiful and creative world, and to promote the city of Alexandria touristically, through students’ creative expression by launching their various talents, she extends her sincere thanks to Dr. Mahmoud Seif, who highlighted the visual identity of the event with his distinctive designs. She added that it is possible to learn more information, follow up on the news of the event and attend the exhibition of the works of the participants from the various faculties of Alexandria University, by visiting the page of the event on the following link:
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