Created: 01 August 2024

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.

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Created: 27 July 2024

Created: 26 October 2025

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.

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.

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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Created: 11 March 2025

Dr. Abdel Aziz Konswa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated Dr. Ahmed Abdel Rehim Hussein, on the occasion of the issuance of the presidential decree appointing him as Dean of the Institute of Graduate Studies and Research, wishing him success and continued efforts to raise the level of the Institute, and stressing the provision of all support and assistance to him for his success in performing his mission.