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Workshop at Faculty of Education on Utilizing the Egyptian Knowledge Bank Activities
In line with the directives of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, to enhance the skills of researchers and faculty members in handling digital knowledge resources, Dr. Hesham Said, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research, attended the training workshop organized by the Faculty of Education, Alexandria University, under the title “How to Benefit from the Activities of the Egyptian Knowledge Bank (EKB) and Access Databases and Knowledge Resources.”
The workshop was attended by Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty of Education; Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Salem Abdel Razek, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Mohamed Anwar Farag, former Dean of the Faculty; Dr. Alaa Jaafar, Director of the Digital Library Unit; Dr. Walid Ali, representative of the Egyptian Knowledge Bank; and Dr. Hassan Ashary, representative of the Supreme Council of Universities, along with a number of faculty members, researchers, and students.
In his speech, Dr. Hesham Said welcomed the attendees, emphasizing that this workshop represents an important annual meeting for the Digital Library Unit and the Egyptian Knowledge Bank — a pioneering national project that stands as one of the main pillars supporting scientific research and innovation in higher education institutions. He pointed out that the Alexandria University Digital Library is one of the leading projects aimed at modernizing and digitizing university libraries, greatly enriching scientific research by providing advanced digital services and access to up-to-date global resources, enabling researchers to obtain high-quality references and studies easily.
He added that the project contributed to establishing a unified catalog and digital repository for university theses, facilitating research accessibility and exchange among universities, improving research quality, detecting plagiarism, and promoting academic integrity. He also referred to the main challenges facing the use of digital libraries, stressing the importance of investing in infrastructure, intensifying training programs, and updating regulations to ensure optimal use of digital library resources.
For his part, Dr. Hassan Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty, urged attendees to benefit from the workshop, explaining that its goal is to familiarize participants with the main databases provided by the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, their optimal usage, and the scientific journals, e-books, and academic curricula they include across various disciplines.
Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud Ibrahim emphasized that the Egyptian Knowledge Bank is one of the largest digital libraries in the world, providing verified scientific resources and comprehensive databases that support scientific research and contribute to advancing the educational process in Egyptian universities.
Dr. Alaa Jaafar noted that the workshop coincides with the World Open Science Day (November 10) declared by UNESCO, highlighting Egypt’s leading role in promoting the culture of open science through the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, which is considered one of the most significant national projects for making knowledge accessible.
The workshop also included a detailed presentation by Dr. Walid Ali and Dr. Hassan Ashary on how to create and manage user accounts on the Egyptian Knowledge Bank, use academic search engines, obtain impact factor reports, check citations, and utilize research tools, software, and international databases available to researchers through the EKB.
Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science Organizes an Educational Lecture on Regional Challenges and Mechanisms for Protecting Egyptian National Security
As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to enhancing national awareness among its students, and under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, President of the University, the Popular and Military Defense Forces, in cooperation with the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science, organized an educational lecture entitled “Regional Challenges and Their Impact on Egyptian National Security and Mechanisms of Confrontation.”
The lecture was delivered by Major General (Staff) Dr. Bahgat Mohamed Farid, former Director of the National Defense College, and was attended by faculty members and a large number of students.
During the lecture, Major General Dr. Bahgat Mohamed Farid presented a comprehensive analytical overview addressing the concepts of the state and national security, the risks of non-traditional warfare and fifth-generation wars, and the most prominent internal and external threats and their direct and indirect impacts on Egyptian national security, as well as mechanisms for confrontation and response. He emphasized that societal awareness—particularly among university youth—constitutes the first line of defense against these challenges, noting that universities represent a source of soft power and a beacon of enlightened thought capable of confronting current threats.
For her part, Dr. Marwa Khalil, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science for Education and Student Affairs, stressed the importance of building national awareness among students and benefiting from the expertise of national leaders. She affirmed that Egypt faces ongoing challenges from parties seeking to undermine its stability; however, the awareness of youth and their loyalty to the homeland remain the safety valve and the solid fortress against such challenges. She added that the role of the university has gone beyond academic education to include shaping awareness and building individuals capable of protecting their country and contributing positively to serving their community.
Colonel Mohamed Maher, Director of the Military Education Department at Alexandria University, also praised the active role of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science in strengthening cooperation with the General Command of Military Education, in a manner that contributes to achieving the goals of national and patriotic awareness.
This event comes as part of a series of seminars and educational programs implemented by Alexandria University in cooperation with the Military Education Department, aimed at reinforcing the concepts of national security and instilling the values of belonging and national loyalty among students, reflecting the pioneering role of Egyptian universities in serving the nation and building the individual.
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President of Alexandria University Congratulates Seven Graduates of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science on Their Selection to the Diplomatic Corps
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, congratulated graduates of the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science on their selection to work as Diplomatic Attachés at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Emigration, and Egyptian Expatriates Affairs, praising this distinguished achievement which reflects the excellence of the university’s graduates, their academic competence, and their ability to represent Egypt in international forums in the best possible manner.
Dr. Sherine Adel Nossier, Dean of the Faculty, also extended her congratulations, emphasizing that this excellence is the result of sustained effort and solid academic preparation within the faculty. She noted the faculty’s constant commitment to preparing distinguished cadres who possess political and economic awareness and the capability to perform diplomatic work with efficiency and professionalism, thereby contributing to the support of the Egyptian state’s foreign policy and the service of its national interests.
The names of the faculty’s graduates selected for the position are as follows:
Mr. Mohamed Ibrahim Fawzy – Graduate, Department of Political Science
Ms. Hena Nader Abbas – Graduate, Department of Political Science
Ms. Menatallah Hussein Abdallah – Graduate,
Department of Political Science
Mr. Omar Khaled Mohamed Amin – Graduate, Department of Political Science
Mr. Omar Ahmed Abu Muslim – Graduate, Department of Economics
Ms. Hager Mohamed Ammar – Graduate, Department of Political Science
Mr. Khaled Mahmoud Fawzy – Graduate, Department of Political Science
Tour Guiding Department Organizes a Student Activities Exhibition
As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to supporting student innovation and creativity, Prof. Abir Attia, Dean of the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels, inaugurated the Student Activities Exhibition organized by the Tour Guiding Department. The event was attended by Prof. Hanan Al-Assar, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, Prof. Sara Katat, Head of the Tour Guiding Department, along with faculty members and teaching assistants of the department.
During the exhibition, Prof. Abir Attia emphasized that the event aims to encourage students to develop creative thinking and enhance their self-confidence. She noted that the showcased works reflect their professional skills and contributions in proposing innovative ideas and solutions that help develop the tourism sector. She also added that the research projects presented by first-year students covered a variety of topics related to Ancient Egyptian art and Greco-Roman art. She expressed her appreciation for the students’ outstanding efforts, affirming that they are a source of pride for the faculty and true ambassadors of Egypt in various fields of tourism. She also extended her thanks to the faculty members and teaching assistants for their role in mentoring and supporting the students.
On her part, Prof. Hanan Al-Assar praised the continuous efforts of faculty members in supervising the students, confirming that such support contributed to highlighting their creative abilities. She stressed that the exhibition provided students with an opportunity to showcase their skills and knowledge, reflecting their readiness to integrate into the job market.
Prof. Sara Katat also expressed her appreciation for the significant support provided by the faculty administration to the students, explaining that such activities help them develop their presentation, communication, and public-speaking skills, while also confirming their preparedness to excel in their professional careers.
