Created: 28 April 2026

As part of World Heritage Day celebrations, and under the auspices of Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels organized a distinguished scientific and cultural event titled:

“Culinary Heritage and the Food Experience: Multiple Cultures, One Table.”

The event was held with the participation of a number of academic and cultural institutions, and in the presence of a delegation from Senghor University, alongside representatives from the Alexandria National Museum and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. The latter presented the “Tabliyat Masr” initiative, which aims to highlight the richness and diversity of Egyptian culinary heritage and raise awareness of its cultural value, while the Alexandria National Museum showcased the connection between traditional foods and Egyptian occasions and customs.

In this context, Dr. Dina Ezz El-Din, Acting Dean of the Faculty, emphasized that such events serve as an effective platform for integrating academic knowledge with practical application, while reinforcing the university’s role as a hub for cultural dialogue and knowledge exchange at both regional and international levels.

The event highlighted culinary heritage as a key component of cultural identity, emphasizing its role in documenting traditional food-related practices, and showcasing food experiences as a powerful tool for cultural exchange and fostering connections among different peoples. This aligns with Alexandria University’s vision of strengthening cooperation with African countries and promoting cultural openness and regional integration.

The event also featured a diverse selection of dishes inspired by culinary heritage, prepared by faculty members and students, reflecting a high level of creativity and the ability to reinterpret traditional heritage within a contemporary context. Students from Senghor University also contributed by presenting a variety of traditional African dishes.

The event witnessed strong engagement from attendees, providing a platform for dialogue and the exchange of ideas on innovative approaches to documenting and presenting culinary heritage in ways that align with modern developments.

Created: 30 April 2026

As part of its efforts to promote economic awareness and sustainable development, the Faculty of Agriculture (Saba Pasha) organized a seminar titled: “Financial Inclusion and Its Role in Achieving Sustainable Development.”

Dr. Ahmed Abdel Fattah, Dean of the Faculty, emphasized the importance of enhancing students’ financial literacy and raising awareness of financial inclusion as a key driver of sustainable development.

The seminar featured Dr. Hanaa Abdel Hadi and Dr. Haitham Hidaya from the Agricultural Bank of Egypt, who discussed the role of financial inclusion in supporting the national economy and expanding access to financial services.

The event was attended by faculty members and students, and witnessed active engagement and fruitful discussion.

Created: 29 April 2026

In line with Alexandria University’s commitment to supporting student readiness for the labor market and strengthening partnerships with production and development institutions, and under the auspices of Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Agriculture organized the 15th Employment and Training Forum titled: “Agriculture Youth and Future Challenges,” with wide participation from leading companies and institutions in the agricultural sector.

Prof. Heba Sobhy Salama, Dean of the Faculty and Chair of the Forum, emphasized that the event aligns with the Faculty’s strategy to bridge the gap between academic outcomes and labor market needs, enhance students’ practical skills, and prepare them to compete in various agricultural fields, while also opening effective channels of communication with private sector institutions to provide real training and employment opportunities for graduates.

Dr. Mohamed Gamal Atwa, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development and Rapporteur of the Forum, noted that participating companies delivered presentations on their training programs and available courses, including free programs aimed at student qualification, as well as specialized programs designed to attract outstanding students and offer them job opportunities after graduation, reflecting the private sector’s commitment to supporting young agricultural professionals.

The opening ceremony witnessed the presence of vice deans, heads of academic departments, and faculty members, alongside representatives of leading agricultural companies. The forum saw broad participation, including 47 companies, 8 training centers, and 15 small-scale industry and handmade projects, providing students with a real opportunity to connect academic study with labor market needs.

The forum also included an exhibition of various faculty units, including the Landscaping and Pest Control Unit, in addition to the distribution of free samples from participating companies. The event further witnessed the collection of a large number of student CVs, in preparation for future training and employment opportunities in cooperation with participating companies.

Created: 29 May 2026

Third-year students from the Architecture Department at the Faculty of Fine Arts, Alexandria University, achieved an international accomplishment by securing 15th place worldwide in the Tiny House 2025 International Architecture Competition. Their project was also ranked among the top 20 participating projects in a global competition that featured entries from more than 46 countries around the world.

Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, congratulated the winning students and expressed his pride in this international achievement, emphasizing that their success reflects the excellence and creativity of the university’s students and their ability to compete in major international competitions. He added that the achievement highlights the promising talents of Alexandria University students and their capability to develop innovative and unconventional architectural solutions.

For her part, Dr. Nevine Gharib, Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts at Alexandria University, stated that this accomplishment reflects the distinguished academic and creative level of the college’s students, as well as their ability to present innovative architectural ideas with humanitarian and developmental dimensions that align with modern global trends in sustainable architecture.

She added that the faculty is committed to supporting its students and encouraging them to participate in international competitions, contributing to the development of their academic and practical skills while strengthening the faculty’s presence in specialized international forums.

The project addresses the concept of “Post-Disaster Architecture” through the design of a flexible and expandable architectural unit aimed at meeting the needs of affected communities and supporting rehabilitation and reconstruction phases. The design also ensures sustainability and the possibility of reusing the unit after emergency periods have ended.

The project reflects a contemporary approach toward humanitarian and sustainable architecture, highlighting the creativity and excellence of the Architecture Department students and their ability to provide innovative architectural solutions with a modern humanitarian vision.

The team included students: Abdelrahman Mamdouh Abdel Aal, Abdullah Ahmed Deif, and Abdullah El Sayed Abdullah.