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Alexandria University Celebrates the Closing of the Faculty of Pharmacy’s Transformation into an Eco-Friendly Green Faculty Project
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, Professor Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, participated in the closing ceremony of the project titled “Green Universities for a Better Future: Transforming the Faculty of Pharmacy at Alexandria University into an Eco-Friendly Green Faculty.”
The project was implemented in partnership between the Faculty of Pharmacy, Alexandria University; “Our Earth Climate for Sustainable Development” Foundation; the Bibliotheca Alexandrina; and the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme. The ceremony was held at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.
In her speech, Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, emphasized Alexandria University’s commitment to serving as a leading model in sustainability at the level of Alexandria city and Egyptian universities. She noted that the Faculty of Pharmacy’s green transformation initiative contributed to enhancing the university’s position, including achieving a distinguished ranking in sustainability at the African level.
She added that the project’s success resulted from strong integration between faculty members, researchers, students, and partner entities, highlighting that governmental support also played a significant role in achieving its objectives. She further indicated the university’s intention to expand and generalize the experience across other faculties.
For her part, Professor Dr. Hanan El-Gewely, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, stated that the project began several years ago as the result of sustained efforts by all members of the faculty. She explained that the initiative goes beyond energy and water conservation, aiming instead to promote a sustainable environmental culture and behavioral change, while praising the role of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in hosting and supporting such initiatives.
Dr. Mervat El-Wakeel, Head of Academic Research Sector at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, expressed appreciation for the ongoing partnership between the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Alexandria University, commending the Pharmacy Faculty’s green initiative and emphasizing that the project represents a successful model of cooperation between academic institutions and civil society.
Dr. Sameh Riyad, Head of the Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency in Alexandria, stated that the Faculty of Pharmacy project is among the most significant environmental initiatives implemented in the governorate, noting that its success serves as an inspiring model for other institutions to adopt similar initiatives, particularly in light of growing environmental challenges and accelerating climate change.
Dr. Ghada Ahmadin, representative of the Small Grants Programme, highlighted the programme’s role in supporting and funding community initiatives aimed at climate change adaptation, explaining that projects are funded in accordance with national priorities in sustainability and development.
Engineer Ali Samir, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of “Our Earth Climate for Sustainable Development” Foundation, affirmed that the initiative represents a starting point for expanding sustainable development models across educational institutions in Egypt, noting that the Faculty of Pharmacy’s experience is a successful model that can be replicated.
During the closing session, the “Green Circle” initiative at the Faculty of Pharmacy was presented. Professor Dr. Sherif Rustom, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, provided a detailed presentation on the initiative, which began in October 2022 under the auspices of former Dean Professor Dr. Mervat Qassem before evolving into a pioneering sustainability model in Alexandria.
Professor Dr. Samah El-Sahfy, coordinator of the initiative, reviewed the project’s development stages and the tangible outcomes achieved on the ground.
The event concluded with a documentary film showcasing the project’s implementation stages, objectives, and participating entities, highlighting its alignment with sustainable development goals and efforts to address climate change challenges.
Faculty of Agriculture Theater Team at Alexandria University Wins First Place at “Ebd3 14” Festival
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hamid, Acting President of Alexandria University, congratulated the Faculty of Agriculture Theater Team on winning first place in the “Ebd3 14” Festival in the field of theatrical arts at the level of public and private universities and institutes.
The award was granted for the play “Shortness of Breath”, which had previously won first place in the 14th Annual University Theater Festival for Alexandria University students for the academic year 2024/2025, organized by the Alexandria University Students’ Union (Higher Artistic Committee).
He also extended his congratulations to the students who won individual awards at the festival, namely:
٠ Logain Hazem Hassan for Best Lead Actress Award.
٠ Ahmed Kamal Fahmy for Best Supporting Actor Award.
٠ Mariam Mohamed Ibrahim for Best Costume Design Award.
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hamid emphasized that this achievement reflects the creative capabilities and outstanding talents of Alexandria University students across various artistic and cultural fields. He noted that the university is keen to support student activities as an essential path for building students’ character, refining their skills, and fostering innovation and creativity.
He also expressed his pride in this accomplishment, affirming that the excellence of Alexandria University students in various competitions and events reflects the significant efforts made to support talents and develop students’ abilities. He concluded by wishing the team continued success and further achievements in the future.
Fine Arts Students Win Big at Tiny House 2025 Competition
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.
Launch of the 39th Charity Clothing Exhibition at the Faculty of Medicine Medical Complex in Smouha
As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to supporting its members and strengthening its community role, and under the auspices of Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, activities of the 39th Charity Clothing Exhibition, organized by the Faculty of Medicine at the Smouha Medical Complex, officially commenced in the presence of faculty leaders, staff members, students, and employees.
Dr. Tamer Abdallah, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, expressed his sincere appreciation and gratitude to all those involved in organizing the exhibition, praising their efforts and continuous cooperation in ensuring the success of the event and achieving its objectives. He also emphasized the importance of maintaining such collaboration in the future to further strengthen the faculty’s role in serving its members and the community.
Meanwhile, Dr. Mohamed Sadka highlighted the importance of continuing to organize such exhibitions due to their significant role in supporting male and female students at the Faculty of Medicine and university residences, as well as faculty employees, by providing essential needs at affordable and subsidized prices.
The exhibition featured a wide variety of clothing, shoes, bags, handmade products, household supplies, and food items at subsidized prices aimed at easing living expenses for beneficiaries, with excellent organization and noticeable attendance from students and faculty staff members.
Anti-Violence Unit at Alexandria University Organizes Awareness Seminar at the Faculty of Education: “Youth and Psychological Stress: Causes, Implications, and Coping Mechanisms”
As part of Alexandria University’s commitment to addressing pressing social issues and raising awareness among youth about contemporary psychological challenges—and within the framework of the University’s student activities plan—under the auspices of Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of the University, the Anti-Violence Unit organized an awareness seminar at the Faculty of Education titled:
“Youth and Psychological Stress: Causes, Implications, and Coping Mechanisms.”
The seminar comes as part of the University’s efforts to support students’ mental health and enhance their ability to cope with life stresses, contributing to the development of balanced personalities capable of engaging positively with the challenges of modern society.
The event was attended by Prof. Hassan Abdeen, Dean of the Faculty; Prof. Marwa El-Adawy, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Prof. Sahar Hussein Sherif, Executive Director of the Anti-Violence Unit; Prof. El-Sayed Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; and Prof. Salem Abdel Razek, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, along with a number of faculty members and students.
During the seminar, Prof. Mohamed Anwar Farag, Professor of Educational Psychology and former Dean of the Faculty, discussed psychosomatic disorders, their types, and their impact on individuals—particularly students. He also warned against the excessive use of social media and highlighted the risks associated with the unethical use of artificial intelligence, emphasizing the importance of awareness in addressing these challenges.
In the same context, Dr. Marwa Ali El-Showeikh, Lecturer of Mental Health at the Faculty of Education, delivered a presentation titled “Psychological Stress and Its Relationship to Psychosomatic Disorders,” in which she addressed the psychological, social, biological, and personal causes of these disorders, in addition to their types and methods of treatment, including psychotherapy, relaxation techniques, pharmacological treatment, lifestyle modification, social support, and stress management.
Dr. Sara Ashraf El-Beltagy, Lecturer of Sociology and Coordinator of the Anti-Violence Unit at the Faculty of Education, also addressed the topic “Transformation of Social Roles and Its Implications for Society: A Sociological Perspective.” She highlighted major social transformations associated with successive industrial revolutions and their economic and cultural impacts, discussed the concept of social roles and their relation to social status and expectations—especially among youth—and emphasized the importance of achieving psychological balance and well-being in today’s rapidly changing world.