English Faculty News
Alexandria University Congratulates Nour Mohamed Ibrahim Khalil on Winning the Arab Athletics Championship
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, extended his congratulations to student Nour Mohamed Ibrahim Khalil, a second-year student at the Faculty of Business (English Program), on her outstanding performance at the Arab U20 Athletics Championship held in Tunisia. She secured first place and the gold medal in discus throw, as well as second place and the silver medal in shot put.
He expressed his best wishes for her continued success in upcoming competitions and for her to keep representing Egypt with distinction at regional and international events.
Dr. Abdel Hakim also affirmed that this achievement reflects the university’s commitment to supporting student activities in all fields and providing a motivating environment to discover and nurture talented students, contributing to preparing a generation capable of achieving excellence and raising Egypt’s name in international forums.
Faculty of Tourism and Hotels Celebrates World Heritage Day with an Event on Culinary Heritage and Cultural Exchange
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.
Faculty of Agriculture Organizes the 15th Employment and Training Forum “Agriculture Youth and Future Challenges”
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.
Faculty of Veterinary Medicine Organizes “Alex Cat Show” in Support of Egypt Rabies-Free 2030 Initiative
In support of the “Egypt Rabies-Free 2030” initiative and to promote public health awareness and animal welfare, the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at Alexandria University organized the “Alex Cat Show.”
Dr. Mahmood Elmaghraby, Dean of the Faculty, highlighted the importance of raising awareness about proper pet care and the prevention of zoonotic diseases, especially rabies, as part of efforts to protect public health.
The event featured vaccination and preventive care services for cats, alongside exhibitions of pet care and nutrition products.
The exhibition also included a “Best Cat” competition with 35 participants, where winners received prizes, in addition to free follow-up veterinary services. All participants received gifts provided by sponsoring companies, in collaboration with the Alexandria Veterinary Syndicate and civil society partners.
Faculty of Agriculture (Saba Pasha) Organizes Seminar on Financial Inclusion
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.
