The Alexandria University Council held its meeting on Tuesday, October 27, 2026, chaired by Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of the University.

At the beginning of the meeting, the Council praised Egypt Forum 2026 as a national platform for dialogue and the exchange of perspectives on development priorities and Egypt’s future, highlighting its diverse discussions on key economic and social issues and its role in supporting sustainable development and human capital development.

The Council congratulated the Faculty of Agriculture on the achievements of its Educational Service Center for the Tomato Value Chain, whose products demonstrate the University’s efforts to translate scientific research into practical applications, advance food processing, strengthen university-industry cooperation, and create economic value.

The Council also welcomed the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s launch of the “State of Innovation” initiative, with a budget of EGP 500 million, aimed at supporting innovation and transforming promising ideas into practical projects. The University President urged faculty deans to promote innovation and entrepreneurship among students and researchers.

Emphasis was placed on nurturing talented and outstanding students across scientific, cultural, artistic, and athletic fields, providing a supportive environment for developing their skills, facilitating their participation in official competitions, and offering tuition discounts to eligible high-achieving students in accordance with university regulations.

The Council stressed the importance of maintaining direct communication with students, addressing their concerns, and promoting responsible social media use, critical thinking, information verification, and awareness of misinformation and rumors.

The Council reviewed the University’s positive results in several international rankings and reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening academic and research performance, supporting international publications, improving educational quality, and expanding partnerships with leading universities and research institutions.

It also commended the awareness-raising events organized by the University’s faculties to mark the October War victories, highlighting their role in promoting national awareness, patriotism, and appreciation of the sacrifices made by the Egyptian Armed Forces.

Finally, the Council approved the promotion of 28 faculty members—15 to Professor and 13 to Associate Professor—and the appointment of 19 lecturers. It also approved the awarding of 66 PhD degrees and 191 Master’s degrees across various academic disciplines.