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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.
Alexandria University and the Ministry of Health and Population Sign Cooperation Protocol to Implement the National Population Strategy and Promote Reproductive Health Awareness
In a step that reflects the integration of state institutions' efforts to build the Egyptian citizen and promote health and community awareness, Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, and Dr. Abla El-Alfy, Deputy Minister of Health and Population for Population and Family Development, signed a cooperation protocol to implement the National Population and Development Strategy across Alexandria University's faculties and university hospitals.
The protocol comes within the framework of the National Population Emergency Plan and the Presidential Initiative "The Golden 1,000 Days for the Development of the Egyptian Family," with the aim of promoting reproductive health and family development awareness, improving maternal and child health indicators, and supporting the state's efforts to achieve the objectives of Egypt Vision 2030.
The protocol aims to implement a comprehensive package of health, awareness, and training programs across the university and its hospitals. These include organizing "Population Days," promoting reproductive health and family planning awareness, activating family counseling services, expanding training on the latest practices supporting natural childbirth, and launching awareness campaigns to correct common health misconceptions. These efforts are expected to contribute to reducing medically unjustified cesarean section rates, improving maternal and child health, and enhancing quality of life.
The signing ceremony was attended by Prof. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof. Tamer Abdallah, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine; Prof. Hanan Hosny El-Sherbiny, Dean of the Faculty of Nursing; Prof. Heba El-Qady, Dean of the High Institute of Public Health; Prof. Khaled Matrawy, Dean of the Medical Research Institute; in addition to senior officials from Alexandria University Hospitals and the Ministry of Health and Population.
Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim emphasized Alexandria University's commitment to supporting the state's efforts to advance the healthcare system, noting that integration between university hospitals and Ministry of Health hospitals represents a key pillar for maximizing available resources and expertise, ultimately improving the quality of healthcare services provided to citizens.
He added that Alexandria University Hospitals continue to fulfill their mission of delivering distinguished medical, educational, and research services while dedicating all available resources to supporting national initiatives. He stressed that the protocol represents a practical step toward translating the state's directives into actionable programs within the university by leveraging its academic, medical, and research capabilities to serve society.
He also highlighted the importance of incorporating topics related to reproductive health and family development into the "Societal Issues" course to provide students with accurate scientific information in an engaging and accessible manner, helping to correct misconceptions, promote healthy behaviors, and reduce medically unnecessary cesarean deliveries. He further affirmed that Egypt has achieved remarkable progress in developing its healthcare system and now provides healthcare services in accordance with the highest quality standards, stressing that cooperation among all healthcare institutions is essential to delivering the best possible services to citizens.
For her part, Dr. Abla El-Alfy affirmed that cooperation with Alexandria University comes in implementation of the directives of the Ministers of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Health and Population to strengthen coordination among state institutions, improve healthcare quality, and promote awareness of priority public health issues.
She reviewed the achievements of the 2025 Population and Development Executive Plan, highlighting improvements in maternal and child health and family development indicators, as well as the key features of the 2026/2027 Executive Plan, which aims to further improve health indicators, reduce medically unnecessary cesarean deliveries, and enhance newborn health through coordinated efforts among various state institutions.
She also noted that the Ministry of Health and Population continues to implement awareness and media campaigns in cooperation with various partners to promote health culture and correct misconceptions related to reproductive, maternal, and child health, emphasizing that cooperation among the media, universities, and the healthcare sector is fundamental to improving health indicators. She described university students as key partners in spreading awareness within families and society.
At the conclusion of the meeting, both parties agreed to begin implementing the protocol through a joint action plan that includes awareness programs, training initiatives, and capacity-building activities, reinforcing Alexandria University's role as a key partner in promoting public health awareness and supporting the state's efforts to improve population and health indicators toward building a healthier, more aware, and more sustainable society.
Alexandria University and the Egyptian Family House Discuss Enhancing Cooperation to Promote National and Intellectual Awareness
Professor Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, received Dr. Ibrahim El-Gamal, Secretary-General of the Egyptian Family House in Alexandria, Director General of Preaching at Al-Azhar, and Chairman of the Fatwa Committee in Alexandria, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen cooperation between Alexandria University and the Egyptian Family House in promoting the values of tolerance, coexistence, and national and intellectual awareness among young people.
During the meeting, Professor Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim welcomed Dr. El-Gamal and reaffirmed the University's commitment to cooperating with national and religious institutions in implementing programs and activities aimed at raising students' awareness, promoting the values of citizenship and belonging, and confronting extremist ideologies, in line with Egypt's vision for human development.
For his part, Dr. Ibrahim El-Gamal commended Alexandria University's leading role in serving the community and emphasized the importance of continuing cooperation in organizing seminars, forums, and awareness initiatives that promote a culture of dialogue, reinforce the values of coexistence, moderation, and tolerance among young people, and contribute to preparing a generation capable of addressing challenges while preserving the nation's identity.