English Faculty News
Delegation from the Faculty of Fine Arts visits Matrouh Governorate to study the strategic urban development plan
In line with the directives of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, to link academic study with practical application and to enhance the participation of university students in national development projects—thereby preparing graduates with a comprehensive developmental vision capable of contributing to building the New Republic—and based on ten years of prior work within the department’s curriculum, a delegation of fourth-year students from the Department of Architecture, Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University, conducted a field visit to Matrouh Governorate.
The visit aimed to study the strategic plan for urban expansion and sustainable urban development in the governorate’s capital, Marsa Matrouh, under the supervision of faculty members from the department.
During the visit, Major General Khaled Shuaib, Governor of Matrouh, met with the delegation in the presence of senior officials from the governorate.
Representing Alexandria University were Dr. Hesham Saudi, Professor of Architecture and Planning and Head of the Alexandria Engineers Syndicate; Dr. Ahmed El-Zayat, Lecturer of Architecture and Head of the Architectural Engineering Division at the Syndicate; Dr. Mohsen Mardash, Lecturer of Architecture; along with assistant engineers Mostafa Ibrahim and Donia Nabil, and teaching assistants Ahmed Tamam, Zeina Mahrous, and Doaa Abaza.
During the meeting, after the student groups presented their visions and ideas for the city and listened to the governor’s and executive leaders’ guidance and feedback supporting their proposals, Major General Shuaib praised the fruitful and constructive cooperation between the governorates of Alexandria and Matrouh.
He commended the faculty’s role in preparing architectural cadres capable of contributing to national development projects, welcoming the professors and students to Matrouh and emphasizing the importance of their participation in presenting innovative visions for urban development in line with national strategic plans.
The students presented their findings and analyses of the governorate’s and region’s strategic plans, offering proposals to develop Marsa Matrouh into a smart, integrated city that respects the local environment and leverages the governorate’s tourism, agricultural, and industrial potential.
The governor praised the students’ enthusiasm and awareness of urban development issues, affirming the governorate’s support for their efforts. Meanwhile, the Head of the Engineers Syndicate in Matrouh announced a reward for the best integrated projects and outstanding future proposals.
Faculty of Education organizes an awareness seminar on “Renewing Religious Discourse and Building Youth Awareness”
As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to promoting enlightened thinking and reinforcing the values of tolerance and moderation, and under the patronage of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Education held an awareness seminar yesterday entitled “Renewing Religious Discourse and Building Youth Awareness.”
The seminar was delivered by Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim El-Gammal, Director-General of Preaching and Head of the Fatwa Committee at Al-Azhar Al-Sharif in Alexandria. It was attended by Dr. Hassan Saad Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty; Dr. El-Sayeda Mahmoud Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Salem Abdelrazek Suleiman, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Salah Suleiman, General Coordinator of the University’s “Societal Issues” course; Dr. Lamiaa Khamis El-Shafie, University Volunteer Activities Coordinator; along with a large number of faculty members and students.
The seminar was organized with the participation of a group of young faculty members and under the supervision of the Faculty’s Youth Welfare Department.
During his lecture, Sheikh Dr. Ibrahim El-Gammal discussed the concept and importance of renewing religious discourse to keep pace with contemporary developments while preserving the core values and principles of Islam. He clarified that renewal does not mean altering the essence of faith, but rather modernizing the methods of religious communication to meet societal needs and confront extremist ideologies.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Hassan Abdeen welcomed the participants and emphasized that sound religious awareness is one of the key foundations for building an enlightened university personality. He pointed out the university’s commitment to instilling the values of moderation and national belonging among its students.
Dr. Lamiaa El-Shafie also stressed the importance of simplifying religious discourse to make it closer to young people’s way of thinking and capable of answering their questions in a clear and convincing manner that strengthens both their religious and national identity.
The seminar witnessed strong interaction from students, who actively participated in rich discussions about the concept of moderation in Islam and the role of youth in building awareness and preserving national identity.
