English Faculty News
Opening of Applications for the Summer Training Program at the University of Louisville, USA for Alexandria Engineering Students
Within the framework of the effective partnership between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville (USA), and under the auspices of Prof. Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the University of Louisville will host a number of Alexandria University students for summer training for the fifth consecutive year in its research laboratories across various engineering disciplines.
This program is considered one of the most prominent undergraduate research training programs in the Middle East, offering an outstanding opportunity for Egyptian students to participate in applied research projects within the laboratories of the University of Louisville, under the direct supervision of a distinguished group of American scientists and faculty members.
The program is implemented through cooperation between Alexandria University and the University of Louisville to provide a Summer 2026 training opportunity for undergraduate students enrolled in one of the engineering programs at the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, in accordance with the details stated in the application form.
Training Period:
From June 25 to September 25, 2026
Application Method and Requirements
To apply for the summer training program, applicants must be Egyptian students enrolled in one of the engineering programs at the Faculty of Engineering, Alexandria University, and must meet the following requirements:
A minimum cumulative GPA (CGPA) of 3.00 after Summer 2025.
The applicant must be in the second or third academic year during Fall 2025.
Submission of a comprehensive CV in English, highlighting the student’s activities and projects.
Possession of a valid passport.
Submission of a Statement of Purpose not exceeding one page (approximately 500 words), explaining the student’s vision and objectives for participating in the training.
Applicants will undergo a personal interview, and final acceptance is contingent upon successfully passing this interview.
How to Apply
To apply for this training, please fill out the application form via the following link:
https://forms.office.com/r/dbK6JuLurE
Application Deadline:
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Faculty of Medicine Celebrates Graduation of Academic Year 2023-2024 International Students 83rd Batch
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, Acting President of Alexandria University, and the supervision of Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs and Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, organized a graduation ceremony for the 83rd batch of international students in the general program for the academic year 2023/2024.
The event took place in the presence of Dr. Iman Youssef, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Tamer Abdallah, Vice Dean of the Faculty for Environmental Affairs and Community Service, Dr. Hala Maklad, Executive Director of the University's International Students Department, Dr. Abdelmoneim Fawzy, Head of the Doctors Syndicate in Alexandria, in addition to several deans and vice deans of faculties, heads of departments, faculty members, a number of consuls, ambassadors, diplomatic missions, and parents.
In her speech, Dr. Iman Youssef congratulated the international students on their graduation, stressing that the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, is a large institution with a good international reputation on the “Study in Egypt” platform, which students from all over the world seek to belong to and graduate from. She also thanked the students for their efforts and hard work throughout their years of study, pointing out the challenges and difficulties they faced, the most important of which is their distance from their families and homeland. She said that Egypt was their second homeland, and that today is the day of the oath, after which they will be doctors of the future and ambassadors of Egypt in their countries. She stressed that the faculty administration will support them in their future practical and professional career and will open its doors to learning, whether in the mandatory training year as interns or postgraduate students. She also thanked the parents, stressing that today is the day of harvest for their children, as they reap the fruits of their struggle and efforts throughout the years of study to become doctors whose parents are proud of, and who will contribute to building their countries.
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.
Faculty of Agriculture, Alexandria University Celebrates Its Graduates Over 65 Years
Under the auspices of Professor Dr Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Agriculture celebrated its alumni from the sixties until 2024 in a reunion organized by the faculty under the title "Generations Reunion".
Dr. Mohamed Bahey El-Din, Dean of the Faculty, indicated that this event was attended by approximately a thousand graduates of the faculty from different batches, where the attendees were received by the faculty administration and the organizing committee. The attendees praised the idea of the reunion and reliving their happy memories within the faculty in a pleasant atmosphere.
During the meeting, a presentation was given on the history of the faculty since its establishment in 1942, as well as documentary films with old and new graduates.
Dr. Mohamed Bahey El-Din read the statement of the University Council regarding the Palestinian issue, stating the university’s stance standing as one behind the political leadership and the measures it is taking to support national sovereignty. The attendees agreed to stand as one and support their university’s statement in support of the Egyptian state.
At the end of the meeting, a commemorative shield was presented to the sponsor of the celebration, Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, and commemorative photos were taken around the faculty premises.
Faculty of Nursing Holds Educational Seminar in Cooperation with Military Education Department on the Palestinian Cause
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and under the supervision and direction of Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen, Acting Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, the Faculty of Nursing, in cooperation with the Department of Military Education at Alexandria University, organized yesterday an educational seminar entitled *"The Palestinian Cause"* in which Dr. Nefertiti Hassan Zaki, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, participated, as well as Dr. Hanan Hosni El-Sherbiny, Vice Dean of the Faculty for Education and Student Affairs, Brigadier General of Staff Dr. Samir Abdelghani, Assistant Commander of the Popular and Military Defense Forces, Colonel of Staff Mohamed Farouk, Director of the Military Education Department at the University, in addition to heads of practical departments, students of military education at the university, students of the Faculty of Nursing, students of the Technical Institute of Nursing, and Palestinian students of the faculty.
In her speech, Dr. Nefertiti Hassan stressed the importance of the pivotal role of the Egyptian state in supporting the Palestinian cause and the importance of the efforts exerted by the Egyptian leadership at both the regional and international levels to find a final solution. She stressed that the attention that the military institution gives to our students in terms of care, education, and raising awareness confirms that the army and the people are one fabric. She ended her speech by thanking Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of the University, and Dr. Ali Abdelmohsen, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs, for the support and assistance that the Faculty of Nursing received under their care. She appreciated the support provided by Alexandria University in general and the Faculty of Nursing in particular to the Palestinian students. She also thanked the military institution for their efforts in organizing ongoing meetings to raise awareness among the faculty students.
For her part, Dr. Hanan Hosni El-Sherbiny stressed the importance of awareness as one of the most important axes for creating a generation aware of various issues at the local, regional and international levels and directing youth towards the future. She pointed out the importance of this seminar in shedding light and increasing students’ awareness of one of the most important Arab and national issues, which is the Palestinian cause. She also referred to the fundamental and supportive role of the Egyptian state for the Palestinian cause and our Palestinian brothers, and thanked the administration of the prestigious Alexandria University for the support the university provides to various cultural and awareness-raising activities for students, and the Department of Military Education for organizing this event, which contributes greatly to student awareness.
The Brigadier General of Staff, Dr. Samir Abdelghani, also presented a lecture that included defining the roots of the Palestinian cause and clarifying a set of historical facts that confirm the struggle of the Palestinian people and their sacrifices. The semibar also emphasized the support provided by the Egyptian state since the beginning of the Palestinian crisis. The lecture also shed light on conspiracies to divife the Arab World and the pivotal role of the armed forces in combating terrorism.
In his speech, Colonel of Staff Mohamed Farouk, Director of the Military Education Department, pointed out the keenness of the Armed Forces, represented by the leadership of the Popular and Military Defense Forces and the University’s Military Education Department, in organizing periodic meetings for university students to develop their spirit of belonging and loyalty. He stressed that the Armed Forces stand side by side with the university is in the battle of thought and enlightenment for students, stressing that through knowledge and work nations are built. He affirmed that the Egyptian state is the first supporter of the Palestinian cause, as the Egyptian and Palestinian people have had a close relationship since the dawn of history until now.
The event included a group of patriotic speeches, a recital of lyrical and poetic songs urging love of the homeland, delivered by Egyptian and Palestinian students at Alexandria University.
