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Tripartite Cooperation between Alexandria University, University of East London, and West Ham United Foundation
Within the framework of implementing the principles and objectives of the national strategy for higher education and scientific research, and in support of international partnerships for Egyptian universities, His Excellency Dr. Ayman Ashour, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, witnessed the signing of an agreement on the terms of the executive plan to establish dual degrees between Alexandria University, Alexandria National University and the British University of East London, at Alexandria University’s headquarters, which started with the Training and Sports Performance program.
The executive framework was signed by Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and Dr. Hassan Abdullah, Academic President of the British University of East London.
Dr. Ayman Ashour indicated that this cooperation comes in implementation of the directives of the political leadership on the need to expand partnerships with prestigious international universities, to improve the quality of the educational process in Egyptian universities, and to reach international levels, ensuring the provision of international quality education for students, and upgrading the level of national universities. He pointed out that cooperation with the University of East London will contribute to the development of study programs and upgrading the level of the educational system at the university through the exchange of experiences between the two sides. Dr. Ashour stressed the importance of partnerships between academic, industrial and production institutions to serve society and contribute to achieving development of the national economy, pointing out that this agreement is in line with achieving the principle of international reference, which is one of the most important principles and objectives of the national strategy for higher education and scientific research.
The Minister of Higher Education also indicated that this cooperation comes in implementation of the principles and objectives of the national strategy for higher education and scientific research, which Egyptian universities have begun to implement since its launch last March, praising the partnership that was signed between the representative of the sports community, which is the English West Ham United Foundation, that has an academic partnership with the University of East London, in cooperation with Alexandria University and Alexandria National University in the "Sports Training and Performance Program", which will mark the beginning of this cooperation, which aims to contribute to the preparation of qualified graduates in this program to meet the requirements of the local, regional and international labour markets.
Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa pointed out that this cooperation aims to establish a set of double degrees and joint degrees that support Egypt’s vision 2030, and are industry-related programs and innovative programs that would achieve the competitiveness of education, especially at Alexandria National University, and provide opportunities for students in the local, regional and international labour markets, in addition to cooperation through joint scientific supervision, and the exchange of professors between the two universities.
Dr. Hassan Abdullah expressed his pleasure for being at Alexandria University, pointing out that Alexandria University is going through a distinguished era through its cooperation with major international universities, establishing dual degrees and joint programs with those universities, stressing that he is looking forward to more cooperation with Alexandria University in several other academic fields, pointing out that the University of East London has the same strategic vision in the internationalization of education, and cooperation with other international universities, noting that the "Sports Training and Performance Program" was developed by the University of East London, in cooperation with the West Ham United Foundation, the community branch of the European Conference League champions, West Ham United Football Club.
The protocol signing event was attended by each of Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research, Dr. Wael Nabil, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Mahmoud El-Kheshen, Academic Director of Alexandria National University, Dr. Rasha Kamal, Egyptian Cultural Attachée and Director of the Educational Mission in the United Kingdom, as well as a group of Alexandria University leaders. On the British side, the attendees included Dr. Paul Marshall, Vice-Chancellor for Professional Affairs and Entrepreneurship, Dr. David McCrory, Assistant Professor of Academic Partnerships and International Engagement, Professor Stewart Bruce-Low, Head of the Sports Department, and Mr. Jesse Foyle, Director of Programs at West Ham United Foundation.
It is worth noting that this signing comes within the framework of the visit of a high-ranking delegation from the University of East London, which is one of the highest-ranked British universities whether in the United Kingdom and internationally, to a number of Egyptian universities to sign agreements and memorandums of cooperation in areas of common interest, including the universities of Cairo, Ain Shams, New Mansoura, Alexandria, Alexandria National University, and the European Universities Foundation in the New Administrative Capital, in coordination with the Egyptian Cultural Office in London.
Taha Hussein Centre, Alexandria University, Organizes Symposium to Introduce Students With Disabilities to Fulbright Commission Scholarships
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the University's Taha Hussein Centre for students with disabilities, organised the first symposium of its kind for its students, in the presence of Dr. Maggie Nassif, President of the American Fulbright Commission, to introduce them to the scholarships offered by the Commission to study in the United States of America.
Dr. Mona Al-Moataz Billah, Executive Director of the Centre, indicated that the symposium included a review of the scholarships available for this year and the admission conditions. All students’ questions were answered and printed copies were distributed in Braille to explain the scholarships and conditions, pointing out that there are other copies inside the centre for those students who wish to read them.
Dr. Ibrahim Emara, a graduate of the Fulbright Commission, presented his personal experience of traveling and learning abroad, his ability to challenge his visual impairment, obtaining a scholarship and completing his post-doctoral studies in the United States of America, funded by the Commission.
Graduate Studies and Research Council Honours Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President for Graduate Studies
The Graduate Studies and Research Council at Alexandria University, in its session held yesterday, honoured Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President for Graduate Studies and Research, in appreciation of his efforts and dedication in developing the graduate studies sector throughout his tenure.
In his speech, Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour emphasized his appreciation to all the vice-deans for postgraduate studies and research at Alexandria University, pointing out that the achievements made on the ground in the postgraduate studies and research sector were not the outcome of the effort of only one individual, but rather were a result of the collective efforts of the postgraduate studies and research team at Alexandria University. He affirmed his deep gratitude and appreciation to Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, for his unlimited support for the graduate studies and research, sector to raise the level of scientific research at the university.
El-Ghandour expressed his hope that everyone will continue to perform their work optimally in order to uphold the common interests of the university. He added that what remains in the end is the good impact and reputation, wishing success to whoever assumes responsibility after him to complete the teamwork with his colleagues, stressing his pride as a member of this successful system that performed its role in the best way. At the end of his speech, El-Ghandour expressed his thanks and appreciation to all employees of the sector and everyone who contributed to its progressm including vice-deans, faculty membersm and administrators.
While the Vice-Deans for Graduate Studies and Research thanked Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour for his efforts during his tenure, as he contributed to the development and progress of the graduate studies sector by contributing to solving all its problems, developing and allocating scholarships for graduate students, extending the validity period of academic courses, accelerating procedures for discussing master's and doctoral theses, increasing the number of supervisors for master's and doctoral theses, establishing new joint programs, updating regulations to manage postgraduate students, establishing the Alexandria University office for technical and administrative support to researchers, as well as launching the Alexandria University initiative to support researchers with a budget of up to 300,000 Egyptian pounds, increasing funds for publishing scientific papers, opening the new headquarters of the International Scientific Publishing Centre, in addition to developing digital library services, expanding the establishment of scientific journals, setting regulations for scientific research ethics committees, facilitating admission procedures for international students, marketing postgraduate programs to attract international students, and preparing a guide for international students.
* The Council approved the memorandum of cooperation between Alexandria University (Faculty of Physical Education for Girls) and Al Mostakbal University in Iraq (Faculty of Physical Education and Sports Sciences), the framework cooperation agreement between Alexandria University (Faculty of Arts) and Xianda College of Economics & Humanities at Shanghai International Studies University, the joint master's degree agreement in Biotechnology between Alexandria University (Institute of Postgraduate Studies and Research) and Essex University in the United Kingdom, and the memorandum of understanding between Alexandria University and Bahari University in Sudan.
Community Service Council of Alexandria University Adopts Cooperation Protocol to Develop Faculty of Engineering Sports
The Community Service and Environmental Development Council, headed by Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Vice President of Alexandria University for Postgraduate Studies and Research, and Acting Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, approved a cooperation protocol between the Faculty of Engineering and CMDS Company, with the aim of developing and modernizing the playgrounds of the Faculty of Engineering and the implementation and maintenance of CrossFit games in the faculty’s playgrounds area for students free of charge, which contributes to expanding the scope of student practice for various sports activities.
The Council reviewed several of the activities of the university’s faculties that took place during the months of June and July 2023.
The Council honoured Dr. Iman Ayad, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Saba Pasha Campus, on the occasion of the end of her tenure, thanking her for her services for the faculty.
Alexandria University Launches Medical Convoy to Kom Hamada Municipality in Beheira
Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, and under the supervision of the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector headed by Dr. Ashraf El-Ghandour, Acting Vice President of the University for Community Service and Environmental Development, Alexandria University, represented by the Faculties of Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Nursing, organized on Thursday the 13th of July, a comprehensive medical convoy to Kom Hamada Municipality in Beheira Governorate, in cooperation with Abu El-Ela Charitable Foundation, and the "Doctor for You" fraternity at the Faculty of Medicine, Alexandria University, to serve the people of Kom Hamada.
Dr. Wafaa El-Sehli, professor at the Faculty of Medicine and member of the convoy committee at Alexandria University, stated that the total number of cases that were treated during the convoy’s activities amounted to 390 cases in various medical specialties, including 70 dermatology cases, 43 paediatrics cases, 11 gynaecology cases, 62 ophthalmia cases, 65 orthopedics cases, 80 internal medicine cases, and 59 dental cases. She added that 5 children's cases were transferred to El-Shatby University Hospital, and 200 cases were examined for diabetes, with weight and height measured, as well as blood pressure measurements.
