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Alexandria University and the Malaysian Alexandria Academy Sign Agreement to Establish Alexandria University Branch in Malaysia
As part of Alexandria University's strategy to expand its international presence, Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, received a delegation from the Malaysian Alexandria Academy, headed by Prof. Mohamed Mostafa Ishak, to review the latest developments regarding the establishment of the University's branch in Malaysia.
During the meeting, Alexandria University and the Malaysian Alexandria Academy signed the agreement to establish the University's branch in Malaysia, marking a significant step toward the implementation phase of the project. The branch aims to strengthen academic and research cooperation, particularly in the fields of science, technology, and life sciences, while expanding Alexandria University's global footprint.
Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim reaffirmed the University's commitment to internationalization, highlighting its successful joint and dual-degree programs, existing branches in Chad and South Sudan, and plans to establish new branches in Malaysia, Abu Dhabi, Riyadh, and Greece.
The Malaysian delegation praised Alexandria University's distinguished academic reputation and emphasized that the new branch will enhance educational cooperation between Egypt and Malaysia, attract students from Malaysia and Southeast Asia, and create new opportunities for academic exchange and joint research.
The two sides also reviewed the remaining implementation steps, discussed the branch's operational framework and future academic programs, and explored ways to strengthen collaboration in research, student exchange, and faculty mobility.
Alexandria University and Egypt Post Sign Cooperation Protocol to Advance Digital Transformation and Enhance Services
As part of Alexandria University's commitment to advancing digital transformation and improving the services provided to its community, Professor Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, and Mr. Sayed Toman, Vice Chairman of the National Postal Authority (Egypt Post), signed a cooperation protocol to expand postal services for students, faculty members, and employees. The protocol aims to facilitate access to financial and postal services through modern, secure channels, contributing to simplified procedures and improved university services.
The signing ceremony was attended by Professor Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Jehan Gowfel, Assistant to the President for Internationalization and International Branch Campuses; Professor Mohamed Moataz Khamis, Dean of the Faculty of Dentistry; Professor Wael El-Meghlany, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Professor Magdy Abdel Azim, Executive Director of the University's Information Center; in addition to senior administrative officials of Alexandria University.
Representing the National Postal Authority were Mr. Islam Abdel Ghany, Assistant Vice Chairman for Postal Services; Mr. Abou El-Oyoun Shehata, Head of the Sales Sector; Mr. Hassan Sabbaq, Head of the Supporting Activities Sector; Dr. El-Yamani Gaber, Head of the West Delta Sector; Mr. Atef El-Behairy, General Manager of the Vice Chairman's Office; and Mr. Yasser Abdel Moneim, General Manager of the Alexandria Postal Region.
Professor Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim affirmed that the cooperation reflects the University's vision of expanding smart services and providing integrated solutions that enhance the experience of students, faculty members, and staff. He praised the remarkable progress achieved by Egypt Post in recent years through the modernization of its services and technological infrastructure, enabling it to offer a comprehensive range of financial, postal, and digital services.
He added that the University looks forward to building a strategic partnership with Egypt Post, particularly through the establishment of the first fully integrated post office branch on the Alexandria University campus, enabling students, faculty members, and employees to benefit from the full range of Egypt Post services conveniently and efficiently. He emphasized that this initiative represents a significant addition to the University's service infrastructure and supports its digital transformation efforts while enhancing service quality.
Mr. Sayed Taman stated that cooperation with Alexandria University—one of Egypt's oldest and most prestigious universities—marks an important step toward delivering a comprehensive package of postal and digital financial services that will simplify procedures for students, faculty members, and staff. He noted that the National Postal Authority places great importance on expanding its services within universities and educational institutions as part of its role in supporting the State's digital transformation and financial inclusion strategies. He also affirmed the Authority's commitment to providing modern, secure services that meet the needs of the Alexandria University community and keep pace with technological advancements.
Under the protocol, Egypt Post will provide consular authentication services for university certificates and official documents through post offices, collect tuition fees, student activity fees, graduate studies fees, and fees for issuing university certificates and official documents. The protocol also includes the delivery of graduates' certificates to their residences, salary transfer services for university employees through post offices, as well as financial inclusion services, e-wallets, and other digital services offered by Egypt Post.
The protocol also provides for the establishment of the first fully integrated Egypt Post branch on the University campus, the future installation of Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), and the introduction of additional services to be agreed upon by both parties, with the aim of facilitating access to services for the University community and enhancing the overall quality and efficiency of service delivery.
Graduate Studies and Research Council Approves Several Academic Decisions and Honors the Vice President for His Distinguished Contributions
The Graduate Studies and Research Council of Alexandria University held its meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, chaired by Professor Hisham Saeed, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research, to discuss a number of issues related to the development of graduate studies and scientific research, enhancing the quality of scientific publishing, and updating academic regulations and programs in line with national and international standards.
The Council reviewed the monthly report on scientific publications in international journals, emphasizing the importance of adhering to research ethics, promoting the quality of international scientific publishing, and reinforcing the principles of academic integrity to preserve Alexandria University's distinguished academic and research reputation.
The Council also approved the allocation of 50 scholarships for newly enrolled graduate students at the Faculty of Agriculture who are registered in the Professional Master's Program and the Professional Diploma Program in Plant Clinic and Plant Health Technologies. The scholarships provide a 50% reduction in credit-hour tuition fees for the Fall 2026 semester, with the aim of supporting students and encouraging enrollment in distinguished professional programs.
In addition, the Council approved a number of academic amendments to the Professional Master's and Professional Doctorate programs, including updates to several course curricula and revisions to the research paper requirements for the Professional Master's programs in Business Administration and Accounting at the Faculty of Business, in line with academic developments and labor market needs.
As part of its efforts to develop academic regulations and programs, the Council approved the Faculty of Medicine's proposal to rename the Master's and Doctoral degrees in the Department of Tropical Medicine to "Endemic and Infectious Diseases," aligning the degree title with that of the Permanent Scientific Committee for the Promotion of Professors and Associate Professors in the same specialty.
The Council further approved the newly developed internal regulations for graduate studies under the credit-hour system at the Faculty of Specific Education, following the completion of all required revisions and observations by the relevant sector committee.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Professor Hisham Saeed expressed his sincere appreciation to the members of the Graduate Studies and Research Council for their dedication and constructive cooperation in advancing the University's graduate studies and research system. He emphasized that the achievements accomplished during the past period were the result of teamwork and continuous coordination across the University's various sectors.
The Council members, in turn, honored Professor Hisham Saeed in recognition of his distinguished efforts and outstanding contributions during his tenure as Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research. They praised his pivotal role in advancing graduate studies and scientific research, supporting innovation and research excellence, and strengthening Alexandria University's position in academic and research communities at the local, regional, and international levels.
The meeting concluded with the Council reaffirming Alexandria University's commitment to continuously developing graduate studies and scientific research, modernizing academic regulations and programs, and enhancing the quality of research and scientific publishing to further strengthen the University's competitiveness and academic leadership.
Education and Student Affairs Council Stresses Prompt Announcement of Second Semester Results and Regularity of Summer Semester Studies
The Education and Student Affairs Council of Alexandria University convened on Monday, 20 July 2026, under the chairmanship of Prof. Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University and Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, to discuss a number of issues related to the progress of the educational process, preparations for the summer semester, and other academic and student affairs.
At the outset of the meeting, Prof. Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim expressed his appreciation to the University's faculty members, teaching assistants, and administrative staff across all faculties for their outstanding efforts in ensuring the successful completion of the second semester and the efficient and well-organized administration of examinations. He noted that these efforts reflected the University's strong institutional performance and effective cooperation among its various sectors. He also stressed the importance of expediting marking, reviewing, and grade processing to ensure the prompt announcement of second-semester results while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and transparency.
Prof. Dr. Abdel Hakim further emphasized the importance of maintaining the regularity of studies during the summer semester and adhering to the approved academic calendar, including the timely completion of examinations and announcement of summer semester results, in order to ensure the stability of the educational process and provide students with high-quality educational services.
The Council was also informed of the University Council's approval, at its meeting held on 30 June 2026, of the elective university requirements for the 2026/2027 academic year. Among these is the course "Technology Transfer and Commercialization," which aims to enhance students' understanding of transforming research outputs and innovations into commercial applications, introducing them to intellectual property principles, market opportunity assessment, and entrepreneurship, thereby preparing graduates capable of launching innovative start-ups and contributing to the knowledge-based economy.
The Council also commended the Faculty of Engineering for its continued support of the student team "AquaPhoton," following its achievement of first place in the Regional Unmanned Underwater Vehicles and Marine Robotics Competition and its distinguished representation of the Arab Republic of Egypt at the international competition held in Canada. The Council affirmed that this achievement reflects the excellence of Alexandria University's students and their ability to compete and innovate internationally.
At the conclusion of the meeting, the Council honored Prof. Dr. Eman Youssef, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for Education and Student Affairs, on the completion of her term in office. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim and the Council members expressed their sincere appreciation for her dedicated efforts and valuable contributions to the development of the education and student affairs system at the Faculty of Medicine, wishing her continued success in her academic and professional career.
Acting President of Alexandria University Discusses with the Greek Ambassador Strengthening Academic and Research Cooperation and Follows Up on the Establishment of the University's Branch in Greece
Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, received H.E. Nikolaos Papageorgiou, Ambassador of Greece to Egypt, at the University's headquarters to discuss ways to strengthen academic and research cooperation between Alexandria University and Greek universities.
The meeting was attended by Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Supervisor of the International Relations Office; Dr. Jehan Gawfel, Assistant President for the Internationalization of Education and International Branch Campuses; Dr. Hanan El-Gewaily, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy; and Dr. Heba Saad, Dean of the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels.
Discussions focused on several areas of mutual cooperation, including the activation of dual-degree programs, the launch of joint academic degrees between Alexandria University and leading Greek universities, and the expansion of student exchange programs. The meeting also explored cooperation between the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels at Alexandria University and the Greek Consulate in Alexandria to promote the cultural heritage of the Greek community in the city.
The two sides also reviewed the executive steps for establishing Alexandria University's new branch in Greece. This strategic initiative aims to strengthen Egypt's academic presence in the Mediterranean region and enhance educational and cultural cooperation between the two countries. The branch is expected to offer distinguished academic programs that meet the aspirations of students in both countries while opening new horizons for joint academic and research collaboration.
During the meeting, Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim emphasized the deep-rooted historical, geographical, and strategic ties between Egypt and Greece. He noted that Alexandria University is committed to expanding its international partnerships and strengthening cooperation with Greek higher education institutions, building on the strong cultural and social bonds between the Egyptian and Greek peoples, particularly in Alexandria, a city renowned as a crossroads of civilizations.
For his part, Ambassador Nikolaos Papageorgiou expressed his pleasure at visiting Alexandria University, praising its distinguished academic reputation at the national, regional, and international levels. He reaffirmed Greece's commitment to expanding scientific, research, and student exchange cooperation with Egyptian academic institutions, especially Alexandria University, which shares longstanding historical and cultural ties with Greece. He also commended the University's forward-looking vision and its ability to keep pace with global academic developments, highlighting their role in further strengthening academic and research partnerships between the two sides.
