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Graduation Ceremony for Professional Graduate Programs at the Faculty of Business
Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, attended the graduation ceremony of a new cohort from the Faculty of Business Professional Graduate Programs, held at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, in the presence of university leaders, faculty members, graduates, and their families.
In his address, Prof. Abdel Hakim reaffirmed the University's commitment to developing professional graduate programs that meet labor market needs and prepare qualified professionals to contribute to national development. He also congratulated the graduates, encouraging them to continue learning and apply their knowledge and expertise in serving their institutions and society.
The ceremony celebrated the graduation of 372 students, with the Faculty of Business highlighting its continuous efforts to modernize its programs in line with Egypt's Vision 2030, focusing on leadership, digital transformation, governance, and practical research.
The event concluded with honoring the graduates and awarding their certificates in a festive atmosphere celebrating their achievements and Alexandria University's commitment to academic excellence and professional education.
Alexandria University Launches “Ensat” Mental Health Platform and Opens the Cultural Salon Theatre
Under the auspices of Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, Prof. Affaf Al-oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, launched the “Ensat” psychological support platform and inaugurated the Alexandria University Cultural Salon Theatre, as part of the University's strategy to promote mental well-being, support cultural and artistic activities, and nurture student talent.
During the event, Prof. Al-Oufy emphasized that culture and the arts play a vital role in building awareness and developing students' personalities, noting that the new theatre provides a platform for creativity and meaningful dialogue. She also explained that the “Ensat” platform offers confidential psychological, social, and legal counseling services to university members and their families through qualified specialists.
The theatre opened its first season with the play “Trauma”, highlighting the impact of domestic and social violence on mental health. The event also featured a demonstration of the “Ensat” platform and concluded with an interactive discussion, receiving positive feedback from students for its role in promoting mental health awareness across the university community.
Smouha Specialized University Hospital Receives GAHAR Preliminary Accreditation
As part of Alexandria University's strategy to enhance the quality of healthcare services, Smouha Specialized University Hospital has received preliminary accreditation from the General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation (GAHAR) after successfully meeting the Authority's nationally and internationally recognized quality standards.
Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, congratulated the hospital's staff on this achievement, describing it as a reflection of the University's commitment to quality, institutional excellence, and the continuous development of its university hospitals in support of Egypt's Universal Health Insurance System.
Prof. Tamer Abdallah, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Chairman of the University Hospitals Board, stated that the accreditation is the result of the dedicated efforts of the hospital's medical, nursing, administrative, and technical teams. He added that it marks an important step toward full accreditation and reinforces the hospital's commitment to providing safe, high-quality healthcare services in line with international standards.
With this achievement, the total number of GAHAR-accredited university healthcare facilities in Egypt has reached 24, highlighting the growing role of university hospitals in advancing healthcare quality, medical education, and scientific research.
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.
