Created: 28 April 2026

As part of World Heritage Day celebrations, and under the auspices of Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Tourism and Hotels organized a distinguished scientific and cultural event titled:

“Culinary Heritage and the Food Experience: Multiple Cultures, One Table.”

The event was held with the participation of a number of academic and cultural institutions, and in the presence of a delegation from Senghor University, alongside representatives from the Alexandria National Museum and the National Museum of Egyptian Civilization. The latter presented the “Tabliyat Masr” initiative, which aims to highlight the richness and diversity of Egyptian culinary heritage and raise awareness of its cultural value, while the Alexandria National Museum showcased the connection between traditional foods and Egyptian occasions and customs.

In this context, Dr. Dina Ezz El-Din, Acting Dean of the Faculty, emphasized that such events serve as an effective platform for integrating academic knowledge with practical application, while reinforcing the university’s role as a hub for cultural dialogue and knowledge exchange at both regional and international levels.

The event highlighted culinary heritage as a key component of cultural identity, emphasizing its role in documenting traditional food-related practices, and showcasing food experiences as a powerful tool for cultural exchange and fostering connections among different peoples. This aligns with Alexandria University’s vision of strengthening cooperation with African countries and promoting cultural openness and regional integration.

The event also featured a diverse selection of dishes inspired by culinary heritage, prepared by faculty members and students, reflecting a high level of creativity and the ability to reinterpret traditional heritage within a contemporary context. Students from Senghor University also contributed by presenting a variety of traditional African dishes.

The event witnessed strong engagement from attendees, providing a platform for dialogue and the exchange of ideas on innovative approaches to documenting and presenting culinary heritage in ways that align with modern developments.

Created: 30 April 2026

As part of its efforts to promote economic awareness and sustainable development, the Faculty of Agriculture (Saba Pasha) organized a seminar titled: “Financial Inclusion and Its Role in Achieving Sustainable Development.”

Dr. Ahmed Abdel Fattah, Dean of the Faculty, emphasized the importance of enhancing students’ financial literacy and raising awareness of financial inclusion as a key driver of sustainable development.

The seminar featured Dr. Hanaa Abdel Hadi and Dr. Haitham Hidaya from the Agricultural Bank of Egypt, who discussed the role of financial inclusion in supporting the national economy and expanding access to financial services.

The event was attended by faculty members and students, and witnessed active engagement and fruitful discussion.

Created: 29 April 2026

In line with Alexandria University’s commitment to supporting student readiness for the labor market and strengthening partnerships with production and development institutions, and under the auspices of Prof. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, the Faculty of Agriculture organized the 15th Employment and Training Forum titled: “Agriculture Youth and Future Challenges,” with wide participation from leading companies and institutions in the agricultural sector.

Prof. Heba Sobhy Salama, Dean of the Faculty and Chair of the Forum, emphasized that the event aligns with the Faculty’s strategy to bridge the gap between academic outcomes and labor market needs, enhance students’ practical skills, and prepare them to compete in various agricultural fields, while also opening effective channels of communication with private sector institutions to provide real training and employment opportunities for graduates.

Dr. Mohamed Gamal Atwa, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development and Rapporteur of the Forum, noted that participating companies delivered presentations on their training programs and available courses, including free programs aimed at student qualification, as well as specialized programs designed to attract outstanding students and offer them job opportunities after graduation, reflecting the private sector’s commitment to supporting young agricultural professionals.

The opening ceremony witnessed the presence of vice deans, heads of academic departments, and faculty members, alongside representatives of leading agricultural companies. The forum saw broad participation, including 47 companies, 8 training centers, and 15 small-scale industry and handmade projects, providing students with a real opportunity to connect academic study with labor market needs.

The forum also included an exhibition of various faculty units, including the Landscaping and Pest Control Unit, in addition to the distribution of free samples from participating companies. The event further witnessed the collection of a large number of student CVs, in preparation for future training and employment opportunities in cooperation with participating companies.

Created: 18 May 2026

Under the auspices of Professor Dr. Ahmed Adel Abdel Hakim, Acting President of Alexandria University, Professor Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, participated in the closing ceremony of the project titled “Green Universities for a Better Future: Transforming the Faculty of Pharmacy at Alexandria University into an Eco-Friendly Green Faculty.”

The project was implemented in partnership between the Faculty of Pharmacy, Alexandria University; “Our Earth Climate for Sustainable Development” Foundation; the Bibliotheca Alexandrina; and the Global Environment Facility Small Grants Programme. The ceremony was held at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina.

In her speech, Dr. Affaf Al-Oufy, emphasized Alexandria University’s commitment to serving as a leading model in sustainability at the level of Alexandria city and Egyptian universities. She noted that the Faculty of Pharmacy’s green transformation initiative contributed to enhancing the university’s position, including achieving a distinguished ranking in sustainability at the African level.

She added that the project’s success resulted from strong integration between faculty members, researchers, students, and partner entities, highlighting that governmental support also played a significant role in achieving its objectives. She further indicated the university’s intention to expand and generalize the experience across other faculties.

For her part, Professor Dr. Hanan El-Gewely, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, stated that the project began several years ago as the result of sustained efforts by all members of the faculty. She explained that the initiative goes beyond energy and water conservation, aiming instead to promote a sustainable environmental culture and behavioral change, while praising the role of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina in hosting and supporting such initiatives.

Dr. Mervat El-Wakeel, Head of Academic Research Sector at the Bibliotheca Alexandrina, expressed appreciation for the ongoing partnership between the Bibliotheca Alexandrina and Alexandria University, commending the Pharmacy Faculty’s green initiative and emphasizing that the project represents a successful model of cooperation between academic institutions and civil society.

Dr. Sameh Riyad, Head of the Egyptian Environmental Affairs Agency in Alexandria, stated that the Faculty of Pharmacy project is among the most significant environmental initiatives implemented in the governorate, noting that its success serves as an inspiring model for other institutions to adopt similar initiatives, particularly in light of growing environmental challenges and accelerating climate change.

Dr. Ghada Ahmadin, representative of the Small Grants Programme, highlighted the programme’s role in supporting and funding community initiatives aimed at climate change adaptation, explaining that projects are funded in accordance with national priorities in sustainability and development.

Engineer Ali Samir, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of “Our Earth Climate for Sustainable Development” Foundation, affirmed that the initiative represents a starting point for expanding sustainable development models across educational institutions in Egypt, noting that the Faculty of Pharmacy’s experience is a successful model that can be replicated.

During the closing session, the “Green Circle” initiative at the Faculty of Pharmacy was presented. Professor Dr. Sherif Rustom, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, provided a detailed presentation on the initiative, which began in October 2022 under the auspices of former Dean Professor Dr. Mervat Qassem before evolving into a pioneering sustainability model in Alexandria.

Professor Dr. Samah El-Sahfy, coordinator of the initiative, reviewed the project’s development stages and the tangible outcomes achieved on the ground.

The event concluded with a documentary film showcasing the project’s implementation stages, objectives, and participating entities, highlighting its alignment with sustainable development goals and efforts to address climate change challenges.