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President of Alexandria University Witnesses the Launch of National Strategy for Higher Education and Scientific Research 2030
Under the auspices of Dr. Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister, Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, witnessed, Tuesday the 7th of March, the launch of the national strategy for higher education and scientific research in the presence of their excellencies Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, and the ministers of planning and economic development, health and population, communications and information technology, finance, education and technical education, youth and sports, agriculture and land reclamation, manpower, trade and industry, as well as the presidents of public, private and national universities, and Mr. Gareth Bayley, the British ambassador to Cairo.
In his speech, Dr. Ayman Ashour gave a detailed presentation on the national strategy for higher education and scientific research, noting that the strategy is based on three main axes:
• First: The sustainable development strategy (Egypt's Vision 2030), which is based on achieving sustainable development goals (Egypt's Vision 2030) to support the geographical regions nationwide, as well as the stakeholders towards achieving a comprehensive development goal for a sustainable and successful educational sector covering all the regions of the republic, by providing a stimulating climate for the localization and production of knowledge, and linking the outputs of knowledge and innovation with the priorities of the state.
• Second: The shift towards fourth-generation universities, to keep pace with global trends by supporting the leadership of Egyptian universities in the education industry and strengthening their role as influential and decision-making bodies in meeting the needs of the labour market.
• Third: The relationship between the higher education structure, scientific research, and the comprehensive development plan for Egypt, as the higher education and scientific research sector is one of the pillars on which the measurement and evaluation of the economy’s performance depends, by supporting the economic development plan through promoting investment in the education and scientific research sectors, and building the digital infrastructure to bridge gaps and benefit from research and innovation outputs.
During the day's activities, Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, signed a cooperation protocols with partners from higher education institutions and industrial institutions as the nucleus of the Northern Region Alliance, consisting of: (Alexandria University - Arab Academy for Science, Technology and Maritime Transport - Matrouh University - El Alamein University - City of Scientific Research and Applications Technology - Alexandria Mineral Oils Company (AMOC) - Abu Qir Fertilizers Company - Board of Trustees of the New Borg El Arab City - Alexandria Businessmen Association), with the aim of strengthening academic cooperation with industry and the business community, qualifying students for the labour market, expanding business incubators in cooperation with industry within universities and developing them into a "Technology Park".
The events were witnessed by a group of leaders of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Alexandria University Cultural Salon Holds Symposium on Women Issues between Reality and Hope
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Alexandria University Cultural Salon organized an educational and awareness symposium entitled "Women's Issues between Reality and Aspirations", in which a group of faculty members and intellectuals of Alexandria participated, in the Conference Hall of the Faculty of Nursing in Smouha.
In his speech, Counselor Mohamed Samir, Deputy Head of the Administrative Prosecution Authority, spoke about the most important modern legislations that confirm the state's endeavours towards achieving the protective dimension in the national strategy and Egypt's 2030 strategy.
Dr. Magda El-Shazly, rapporteur of the National Council for Women, Alexandria branch, explained the pioneering role of the National Council for Women in serving civil society, especially in poor areas.
As for the medical aspect, Dr. Wafaa El-Sehli, Professor of Forensic Medicine and former Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for Community Service and Environmental Development, gave a full explanation by presenting the most important forms of violence that girls and women are exposed to in poor and developing societies and ways to eliminate them.
Dr. Manal Fouda, Executive Director of the Unit for Combating Violence against Women at the university, introduced university students to the pioneering role of the Unit, stressing that its main role is awareness. She pointed out that university youth have a fundamental role as ambassadors for spreading peace, and she also showed a short film on violence provided by volunteers of the unit.
Dr. Sahar Sherif, former vice dean of the Faculty of Arts for Community Service and Environmental Development, expressed her pleasure at the success of the symposium, being the first activity of the Alexandria University Cultural Salon for the academic year 2023.
The symposium was attended by Dr. Baheya Galal, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Specific Education, Dr. Salah Suleiman, University Coordinator for the Community Issues Course, Coordinators of the Unit for Combating Violence, in addition to a group of faculty members, the Faculty of Arts Students Union team under the supervision of Dr. Nadia Abdelqader, as well as a number of civil society and media leaders.
President of Alexandria University Meets Fulbright Commission Director to Discuss Cooperation
On Monday the 6th of March 2023, Professor Dr. Abdelziz Konsowa President of Alexandria University, received a delegation from the American Fulbright Commission, headed by Dr. Maggie Nassif, Director of the Fulbright Commission in Cairo, to discuss ways of cooperation, introduce Fulbright grants for research and study in the United States of America, and contribute to promoting and developing the skills of graduates and researchers at Alexandria University, as well as creating opportunities for the exchange of cultures, information and experiences between professors and students of Alexandria University and American universities.
The meeting was attended by vice-presidents of the university, the deans and vice-deans of the faculties of medicine, engineering, science, arts and pharmacy, as well as the directors of the International Relations Office and the Office of Innovation Support and Technology Transfer and Marketing (TICO) at Alexandria University.
During the meeting, Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa welcomed the delegation of the Fulbright Commission, pointing out that the university is keen to open fields of academic and research cooperation with international bodies and advanced international universities. He added that it is expected that there will be great cooperation with the Fulbright Commission by bringing visiting professors to the University of Alexandria to benefit from their expertise in the various departments and specializations needed by the university, and also to cooperate with American universities that have double degrees with Alexandria University through research, scholarships and study for a period of one or two semesters. Alexandria University President pointed out that he hopes that the aspects of research cooperation will serve the Alexandrian community, especially in the medical field and surgical operations to benefit from the expertise of American doctors in this field, and environmental projects that can find solutions to environmental and societal problems in Alexandria.
For her part, Dr. Maggie Nassif, Director of the Fulbright Commission office in Cairo, praised the role of Alexandria University in developing scientific research, advancing the quality of the educational process, and constantly striving to develop the human element and keep abreast of global scientific developments in various disciplines.
She announced that the Fulbright commission will organize an online introductory seminar within the coming period, to explain the Fulbright programs to postgraduate students, faculty members, and alumni, and share all the required information on how to apply.
During the meeting, the programs and opportunities offered by the Commission to Egyptian students were reviewed. These scholarships are now open for post-graduate students to develop their skills at all levels, fully funded by the Fulbright Commission and meet all the needs of those who want to develop themselves at different levels. These programs include the Master’s program and post-doctoral research, in addition to the existence of a new program for doctoral students at the University of Alexandria for joint supervision work with professors of American universities, and a program for those interested in developing their artistic skills such as drawing, photography, design and cinema by enrolling in courses at the master’s level. Other programs include the MBA 4 program, which aims to build administrative cadres and develop administrative performance within the university by enrolling in specialized academic programs in the United States of America, and a program for graduates of the faculties of Dar Al Uloom, Islamic Studies, Law and Translation, in addition to the Foreign Language Teacher program, which is an opportunity for English language teachers in Egyptian universities and schools to travel to the United States of America in order to develop themselves in their field of specialization and they can also teach the Arabic language for the American community.
The meeting also reviewed grants for post-doctoral research and online lectures that students can benefit from by listening to information that helps them develop their skills in their fields of specialization.
Opening the exhibition of the products at the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdulaziz Qansouh, President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Economic Studies and Political Science organized today, Sunday, March 5, 2023, the Products Exhibition, in cooperation with the Sarh Association, and it will be held for five days.
Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the College, indicated that the exhibition includes various exhibits of clothes, handicrafts, and food products at reasonable prices, presented by about 40 exhibitors representing 40 commercial entities and civil society organizations, in addition to three representatives of producers of people of determination. The Dean of the College added that the exhibition serves the students of the College of Studies. Economic and political sciences, as well as students of the university campus, faculty members, administrators and support services.
Dr. Osama Al-Adly, Dr. Sherine Naseer, Dr. Marwa Khalil, Vice Deans of the College, Dr. Ibrahim El-Gamal, Director General of the Sheikhdom of Al-Azhar in Alexandria, Eng. Ola Muhailiba, President of Al Sarh Association, Dr. Adel Antar and Mrs. Heba Al-Qersh, coordinators of the exhibition, a group of faculty members, members of the House of Representatives, many officials, men and women of Alexandrian civil society, and media professionals.
Faculty of Agriculture Holds 5th Student Conference Entitled "Agriculture and Youth Creativity"
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, Dr. Wael Nabil, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, inaugurated the activities of the fifth student conference organized by the Faculty of Agriculture under the title "Agriculture and Youth Creativity" in the presence of the university's vice presidents, current and former deans and vice-deans of the faculty and university, in addition to faculty staff members and students.
In his speech, Dr. Wael Nabil pointed out the importance of holding such student conferences periodically, as the university believes that they are the real arms for building the Egyptian state, and believes in the importance of their participation in national issues, and knowing their vision on various issues related to their fields of specialization, urging them to pursue organized teamwork. He added that student activity is considered an essential part of university life, and he stressed that the university is always working to support student activities in its various faculties. Dr. Nabil opened an exhibition of students' artworks that included handicrafts, photography, drawing and small productive projects.
Dr. Mohamed Bahie El-Din, Dean of the Faculty and President of the Conference, indicated that the conference is being held for the fifth time and its activities will continue for two days. He explained that the conference program includes two main lectures and about 75 researches and pioneering youth experiments for faculty students, and the launch of a student initiative under the title "Be Green", in addition to sports and cultural activities, an art exhibition, and scouts activities.
Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Mahdi, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs and the conference rapporteur, emphasized the importance of student conferences and their role in developing youth skills and creativity, indicating that the research topics were chosen carefully and meticulously, as their titles represent vital topics on the scene such as artificial intelligence and its role in agriculture and major development projects adopted by the state, and the obstacles to animal and poultry production and the proposed solutions to them. He pointed out that youth are the leading power for development, as they represent the future, and our role is being a driving force to support them.