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Faculty of Medicine holds an educational and awareness seminar for female students at the university campus
Following the directives of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, to hold a series of awareness seminars for university students, the Community Service Sector at the Faculty of Medicine organized an educational seminar to raise health awareness among female students at the Smouha female campus.
Dr. Tamer Abdullah, Vice Dean of the Faculty of Medicine for Community Service and Environmental Development, indicated that the seminar discussed topics affecting health, psychological, social, and scientific aspects. A group of specialized professors participated in the presentations, including Prof. Dr. Emad Darwish, Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Dr. Israa Hamdy El-Banna, Resident Physician. They discussed the concepts of reproductive health, early marriage, and family planning. Prof. Dr. Heba Essam, Professor of Neurology and Psychiatry, also reviewed the psychological and social aspects related to choosing a life partner. Assistant Professor Heba Abdel Samee, Assistant Professor of Forensic Medicine and Clinical Toxicology, addressed the topic of cyber violence and its impact on female students.
The event was well attended by female students from Alexandria University, who interacted extensively with the lecturers by asking questions and engaging in constructive dialogue and engaging with the issues under discussion.
The Higher Institute of Public Health at Alexandria University Celebrates World Health Day 2025
On the occasion of World Health Day, and under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, the Higher Institute of Public Health organized a symposium this morning titled "Healthy Beginnings for a Promising Future." The symposium was attended by the World Health Organization, the Ministry of Health and Population, the Egyptian Medical Syndicate, the American University in Cairo, the African Center for Women's Health Services, Save the Children, and the Middle East Community Health Network.
In her speech during the celebration, Dr. Heba El-Kady, Dean of the Higher Institute of Public Health, emphasized the institute's commitment to achieving high-quality healthcare through capacity building, training, scientific research, and support in addressing the challenges facing mothers and newborns in general, and in rural areas in particular. She emphasized the need for concerted efforts by the government, the private sector, academic institutions, and civil society to provide the best health services in the field of motherhood and childhood.
Dr. Abla El-Alfy, Deputy Minister of Health and Population for Population Affairs, emphasized the importance of the symposium in highlighting the need for sustainable attention to motherhood and childhood, particularly during early childhood, as these are the most critical periods in raising healthy future children. She emphasized the efforts of the Ministry of Health and Population, through the presidential initiative "A New Beginning for Human Development," to address the lack of health awareness among mothers, the increasing number of cesarean sections, and the fight against stunting. She highlighted the need to provide primary health care, counseling, guidance, and awareness of the benefits of natural childbirth, the risks of cesarean sections, and proper nutrition for new mothers.
Dr. Nema Abed explained the role of the World Health Organization in cooperating with the Egyptian government in the fields of motherhood and childhood to provide training, spread health awareness, improve performance, and link the public and private sectors to implement sound health policies.
Dr. Sungsoo Cheon, Professor at the American University in Cairo, highlighted the importance of studying the impact of climate change on motherhood and childhood and working to apply scientific research to provide integrated, quality health services for mothers and children.
Dr. Abdel Moneim Fawzy, Head of the Alexandria Doctors Syndicate, and Dr. Mohamed Farid Hamdy, Secretary-General of the Syndicate, expressed the Doctors Syndicate's readiness to provide all support and harness all resources to achieve better health for Egyptians. They hoped the symposium would produce recommendations that would benefit society's health.
The symposium addressed several key themes, most notably: the features of women's health in Egypt; understanding the experiences of mothers of children suffering from dwarfism in Egyptian society; women's and children's health in Egypt: psychological and social perspectives; climate change and women's cancer in the Middle East and North Africa; assessing the health impacts associated with temperature; the African Center for Women's Health: activities and challenges; maternal mortality in Egypt: a situation analysis; women in advanced age; and women's and children's health: new horizons in Egypt.
The symposium was attended by Dr. Ghada Nada, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Health and Population in Alexandria, Dr. Mohamed Afifi, Dr. Mohamed Issa, and Dr. Nema Obeid from the World Health Organization, Dr. Fayrouz Ashour, Dr. Rabab Bennis from Save the Children, Dr. Ibrahim Kharboush, Dr. Ahmed Mandeel, and Dr. Ibrahim El-Kurdany, professors at the Higher Institute of Public Health, and a large number of deans of faculties, faculty members, researchers, and specialists in the field of public health.
Alexandria University Students Participate in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration's Interactive Meeting
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, students participated in an interactive meeting conducted by Dr. Badr Abdel Aty, Minister of Foreign Affairs, with 100 students from various Egyptian public and private universities. This meeting is part of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Immigration's public diplomacy activities and its efforts to enhance communication with students and youth.
The Alexandria University delegation was represented by five students from the Department of Political Science at the Faculty of Economics and Political Science: Moataz El-Gazzarly, Sarah Zahhou, Mohamed Ali Abdel Hamid, Reham Ahmed Ibrahim, and Seif El-Din Darwish.
The students' participation comes within the framework of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University,'s commitment to engaging students in active participation in analyzing national issues and presenting insights on them, based on the university's wealth of knowledge in various fields, including economics and politics.
Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, noted that the Minister of Foreign Affairs' meeting with the students addressed all issues related to Egyptian national security and the Ministry's active diplomacy in various fields. It also addressed efforts to strengthen economic and investment partnerships with friendly countries, as well as the Ministry's role in caring for Egyptian citizens abroad and its tireless efforts to develop consular services. The Minister also listened to the students' opinions and suggestions on various regional issues and emphasized the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' commitment to continuing to open channels of dialogue with young people at universities across the country. This will contribute to raising awareness of Egypt's active role on the regional and international levels in preserving national interests.
Inauguration of the Third Employment Forum at the Faculty of Economics and Political Science
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, Dr. Ahmed Wahban, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, inaugurated the faculty's third employment forum yesterday. The forum was attended by Dr. Osama El-Adly, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Mohamed El-Khatib, Lecturer in Economics at the faculty, Executive Director of the Training and Qualification Unit for the Labor Market, and Forum Coordinator; a group of faculty members, support staff, bankers, and executives involved in entrepreneurship; numerous entrepreneurs, business owners, representatives of civil society organizations and the media; and hundreds of faculty graduates, researchers, and students.
This forum comes within the framework of Alexandria University's commitment in general, and the Faculty of Economics and Political Science in particular, to supporting graduates in the labor market and creating opportunities for them in light of the competitive environment.
Dr. Wahban explained that the forum included a series of lectures and workshops on its first day, while the second day included an exhibition. The graduates benefited from more than thirty organizations, including private companies, institutions, banks, research centers, the Information and Decision Support Center of the Cabinet, and numerous civil society organizations. Several introductory lectures were also organized on the various participating sectors, as well as lectures on career building and skill development. He highlighted the successes achieved by the forum over the past two years, including the communication between graduates, students, and stakeholders, which resulted in many graduates finding jobs in various sectors.
On the sidelines of the forum, several seminars and workshops were held in the college's conference hall, addressing important topics relevant to young people. The most prominent of these were an introductory seminar on banking, analytical skills and feasibility studies, data analysis, employment in digital manufacturing, combating digital drugs, banking and financial job requirements, and jobs in the political and media sectors.
Inauguration of the 23rd Engineering Forum for Business and Careers 2025 at the Faculty of Engineering
Under the auspices of Dr. Abdelaziz Konsowa, President of Alexandria University, Dr. Saeed Allam, Vice President for Community Service and Development, and Dr. Ali Abdel Mohsen, Acting Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, inaugurated the 23rd Engineering Forum for Business and Careers 2025. The event was attended by Dr. Walid Abdel Azim, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Dr. Essam Wahba, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Wael El-Maghlani, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Dina Saadallah, Director of Career Development Centers at Alexandria University; Dr. Mustafa El-Hadary, Secretary-General of the Alexandria Engineers Syndicate; and a host of members of the House of Representatives and Senate, faculty members, and heads of company and student councils.
In his speech, Dr. Saeed Allam emphasized that the 23rd Employment Forum is an important event that reflects the university's commitment to serving the community, developing the capabilities of its students, and preparing them to become future leaders. He added that Alexandria University is adopting an ambitious strategy to prepare distinguished graduates equipped with the necessary knowledge, skills, and education. He added that the university is committed to strengthening cooperation between the university and the industrial sector and providing opportunities that enable students and graduates to enter the job market with confidence and competence. He pointed out that the forum is an ideal platform for achieving these goals, especially as it brings together leading companies and prestigious institutions on the one hand, and students and graduates on the other. It is an opportunity to exchange experiences, discover available job opportunities, and build strong relationships between the university and the industrial sector. Dr. Saeed Allam thanked all the companies and institutions that participated in this forum, as their participation reflects their commitment to their social responsibilities and their support for development efforts in the surrounding community. Dr. Saeed Allam emphasized the importance of students making the most of this opportunity, communicating effectively with company representatives, and exploring all available options.
Dr. Walid Abdel Azim emphasized that organizing the forum comes within the framework of Alexandria University's initiatives aimed at supporting the training and employment of its students and graduates, in continuation of the pioneering educational, research and professional role that the university aspires to play in supporting the comprehensive development of the Egyptian people. He pointed out that the forum aims to enhance compatibility and integration between academic research and industrial requirements, as it witnesses the participation of an elite group of major companies operating in various engineering fields. He added that the Faculty of Engineering at Alexandria University, with its distinguished expertise and strong capabilities, is one of the basic pillars in supporting major national projects, not only at the level of Alexandria Governorate, but also at the level of the entire republic. The faculty also plays an effective role in cooperating with the private sector, which in turn is a major driver of development. He added that this forum is one of the vital bridges of cooperation between the Faculty of Engineering and the national industry in its comprehensive concept, as it allows for a close understanding of the challenges facing the labor market, which contributes to achieving harmony between the educational process and the needs of the production and service sectors and helps link educational outcomes to the labor market and society. He pointed out that the presence of major companies within the Faculty of Engineering reflects the great confidence in the graduates of the faculty, which is constantly being developed to keep pace with changes. The accelerating changes in the labor market, including digital transformation, the technological revolution, and the changing nature of jobs, emphasized that the forum includes 40 companies and institutions representing various sectors, including construction, industry, and services, offering real job and training opportunities.
Dr. Wael Al-Maghlani noted that the employment forum is witnessing a great turnout from students and graduates, especially since it includes a large group of major companies in various engineering and information technology disciplines, which are a basic requirement in the age of technology. He emphasized that the College of Engineering is not limited to development and qualification in the educational aspect alone, but also focuses on training and linking courses to the technological and industrial community. He noted that the College of Engineering is committed to linking academia with industry through the Engineering Center, which serves as a link between the college and industry and serves as a consulting center for all engineering disciplines. He added that the college holds eight-week summer courses for students as a prerequisite for graduation, linking the outcomes of the educational process with industry.
Dr. Dina Saadallah emphasized that the forum aims to provide an environment that brings together companies, students, and graduates seeking job opportunities in the business and employment sectors. The forum provides an opportunity for students to submit their resumes and participate in on-the-spot interviews with representatives of major companies participating in the forum. She thanked the participating companies and institutions for being part of the event's success, and for their tangible efforts in recruiting and qualifying students and graduates.
Dr. Mostafa El-Hadary added that the Engineers Syndicate's participation stems from its belief in its role in serving engineers. He emphasized that the Alexandria Engineers Syndicate has adopted the "Training Young Engineers" initiative to develop the skills of students and graduates through specialized courses in all engineering fields. The Syndicate has trained more than 10,000 students and engineers, and these courses have become part of the graduation requirements for students in the Faculty of Engineering.
