English Faculty News
New deputies in the Faculties of Science, Specific Education, Agriculture and Nursing
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.
* 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.
* Appointing Dr. Maha Adel Ibrahim as Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture for Education and Student Affairs, for a period of three years.
* 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
* 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.
Faculty of Engineering Organizes a Ramadan Iftar Party for International Students
Under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Engineering organized a distinctive Ramadan Iftar party for international students registered at the Faculty. The event brought together international students from over 15 countries worldwide, fostering a spirit of brotherhood and tolerance in their second home, Egypt.
The party was attended by Prof. Dr. Walid Abd Elazim, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Prof. Dr. Essam Wahba, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Prof. Dr. Wael Elmaglany, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs and Acting Vice Dean of Community Services and Environmental Development Affairs; and Prof. Dr. Hassan Elregal, Executive Director of Specialized Scientific Programs and Prof. Dr. Ahmed Abdel-Mordi, General Coordinator of Public Programs.
Also in attendance were Dr. Mai Abdo, Director of the International Students Office; Prof. Dr. Hala Mekled, Director of International Students Affairs at Alexandria University; the Faculty Secretary; and the Director of Educational Affairs.
The event was also honored by the presence of His Excellency Col. Frank Bakunzi, Military Attaché of the Republic of Rwanda, who praised the friendly atmosphere that characterized the event. He commended the role played by the Faculty of Engineering and Alexandria University in supporting international students and providing an academic and social environment that enhances their educational experience in Egypt.
This gathering is part of the "Study in Egypt" initiative, adopted by the state, to promote Egypt as a leading educational destination and attract international students to study at Egyptian universities. This initiative reflects the state's keenness to provide distinguished education and enhance cultural exchange among different nationalities, creating an integrated academic environment that meets the needs of international students and helps them achieve their academic aspirations.
The participants expressed their delight at the gathering, which provided an opportunity to interact with colleagues from various nationalities. They emphasized the importance of organizing such events, which promote cultural integration and strengthen friendships among students.
The attendees called for repeating such successful gatherings, which play a vital role in creating a more cohesive and supportive university environment for international students. This aligns with the Faculty of Engineering and Alexandria University's interest in caring for international students and providing an academic and social environment that makes them feel loved and proud in their second home, Egypt.
Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science Holds its Annual Symposium in Cooperation with Supreme Council of Culture
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science, inaugurated the symposium organized by the Faculty in cooperation with the Economics and Political Science Committee of the Supreme Council of Culture, entitled: “Paths of the Palestinian Issue in Light of the New Changes,” in which several professors of economics and political science from various Egyptian universities and institutes attended, as well as professors, faculty members, supporting staff, and students from both the departments of economics and political science.
The participants in the symposium praised the Palestinian people and the steadfastness of the people of Gaza in the face of the Zionist entity. Discussions demonstrated the impact of the Gaza War on regional security circles, the most prominent factors driving Egyptian foreign policy towards supporting the Palestinian issue, the components of the Egyptian position with regard to the Palestinian issue, and the strategic and economic importance of Gaza for Israel. Participants stressed the inevitability of the influence of political stability over economic stability, and that the solution to the Palestinian issue lies in cooperation and integration between the countries of the Arab world and Islamic countries, as well as the use of economic and political mechanisms to confront the colonial plague that Israel represents.
The symposium ended with some interventions by the students and attendees, which were answered by the lecturers.
Center of Excellence for Water Organizes Introductory Meeting on Centers of Excellence for Agriculture and Water Project
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Center of Excellence for Water at Alexandria University organized an introductory meeting on the Centers of Excellence for Agriculture and Water Project, funded by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), at the center's headquarters in the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, with the participation of the center's administrative and executive team at Alexandria University and the project's executive team at the American University in Cairo.
The meeting began with opening remarks by Dr. Essam Wahba, Executive Director of the Center of Excellence for Water at Alexandria University, Dr. Essam Shaaban, Director of the Centers of Excellence for Agriculture and Water Project at the American University in Cairo, Dr. Dina El-Gayar, Deputy Executive Director of the Center at Alexandria University, and Dr. Hind Marzouk, Coordinator of Agricultural Activities at the Center at Alexandria University. The meeting was attended by Dr. Mohamed Bahey El-Din, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Shatby, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Fattah Mahmoud, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Saba Pasha, in addition to a group of professors and faculty members from the Faculties of Agriculture at Alexandria University and representatives from the private agricultural sector in Alexandria Governorate.
During the meeting, the project of the Centers of Excellence for Agriculture and Water and its strategic objectives were introduced, and presentations were given on the various activities provided by the center in the scientific research sector, the exchange, training and scholarships sector, and the educational innovation and curriculum development sector. The door was opened for dialogue and discussions with a group of experts and researchers to exchange experiences and knowledge.
Faculty of Early Childhood Education Organizes Second Scientific Forum to Discuss Modern Visions of Scientific Research
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the activities of the second scientific forum for graduate students started today, Saturday the 6th of May, at the Faculty of Early Childhood Education, Alexandria University, which was held under the title: “Modern Visions of Scientific Research in the Field of Early Childhood in the light of Sustainable Development” at the Students Activities Campus in Smouha.
Dr. Rehab Mahmoud Seddik, Dean of the Faculty and President of the Forum, indicated that the aim of holding this forum is to open the door to new educational thought that consolidates the concepts and foundations of sustainable development, believing in the role of early childhood education institutions in instilling these concepts. She pointed out the importance of the forum in highlighting the vital role of scientific research to crown all the efforts exerted in the advancement of the people, as sustainable development targets human beings in general.
The forum was attended by deans of different faculties, as well as deans of faculties of early childhood education and education in Egyptian universities, vice-deans of faculties for postgraduate studies and research, in addition to several faculty members, assistant staff, and postgraduate students at Alexandria University.
