11.4.8 The University's build new buildings to sustainable standards

Does your university as a body build new buildings to sustainable standards? (If "yes", are you following a national standard or body, e.g., the World Green Building Council, that certifies it? Please indicate.

Yes, the Faculty of Engineering at Assiut University proudly integrates principles of sustainable design across its buildings, serving as a practical model for green architecture. This is exemplified in both the historic structure on the Old Campus and the modern facility on the New Campus. These buildings are equipped with fundamental passive and active green systems, including self-ventilation systems to promote natural airflow, strategic daylighting to maximize the use of sunlight, and energy-efficient LED lighting throughout.

Beyond these core features, the buildings employ advanced technologies for superior energy management. This includes a periodic monitoring system for energy consumption to optimize efficiency, inverter-based air conditioners, and water heaters that significantly reduce electricity use.

*Min. at least five requirements for each building

Smart building implementation

*Total Building Area: 11,450 m²

Does your university, as a body, build on brownfield sites, where possible (brownfield sites are those where there has been previous, recent building)?

Yes,

Faculty of Arts

History:

The Faculty of Arts at Assiut University represents great historical and archaeological value, as it has been established for more than a hundred years and is characterized by its architectural beauty. Learn about the distinguished history of the Faculty of Arts at Assiut University.

The first regional university in the Kingdom of Egypt was established to be based in Assiut, and its name is "Muhammad Ali University", after the issuance of Royal Decree No. 156 of 1948 during the reign of King Farouk I.

The university had only two faculties in 1957: the College of Science and the College of Engineering; in 1957 it was headed by Prof. Dr. Suleiman Hazeen. Repeated petitions from the people of Assiut to its governors to establish a college of arts led to Republican Decree No. 419 of 1995, to achieve the desire of the

people, and the college began to study in the college in the academic year 1996/1997. There were departments of Arabic, English, French, history, and geography, and then other departments were introduced, such as the Department of Sociology, the Department of Media, the Department of Psychology, the Department of Documentation and Libraries, and the Department of Philosophy.

Faculty of Social Work History:

The Faculty of Social Work at Assiut University was established by Ministerial Decree No. 287 of 1995, and the main objective of establishing the Faculty is to prepare scientific cadres and develop them professionally in the field of professional practice of social work, as well as to conduct research and academic studies in social fields through cooperation with professional bodies to achieve social justice in society. The college participates in many service projects for the community, including training social workers in Assiut Governorate, and has participated in another project in the New Valley Governorate. The Faculty of Social Work seeks to prepare a graduate with experience and skills of high quality to keep pace with the rapid scientific and technological developments and can compete in the local and national labor market while providing the elements of continuous development of the educational process and upgrading it, as the college seeks to complete research and distinguished scientific studies that can solve the problems of the local community and achieve its well- being.

Faculty of Specific Education History:

The college was established by Resolution No. 1181 of 1989 dated 26/10/1989, and the study began in the academic year 1990/1991, and it was affiliated to the Ministry of Higher Education. Then it was annexed to Assiut University by Presidential Decree No. 329 of 1998, amending some provisions of the executive regulations of the Universities Organization Law.

The Faculty of Specific Education is one of the faculties of Assiut University and aims to prepare specialized teachers and qualified practitioners in the fields of music education, art education, and home economics, and to provide them with the skills required for the field of specialization; the faculty also uses its human resources and material capabilities in community service and environmental development.

The faculty seeks to be one of the tributaries of enlightenment and art in Egypt and works to build generations equipped with science and knowledge in various fields of specialization and able to improve the general taste of society and the surrounding environment.

Preparing specialized cadres in music education, art education and home economics qualified to teach and equipped with the necessary skills for the field of specialization. Preparing an artist capable of practicing, developing and innovating works of art in various disciplines of the faculty. Deepening the national belonging of college students through the study of the arts of ancient Egyptian civilizations and their characteristics. Developing the aesthetic values of the college students in a way that contributes to confronting visual and audio pollution. Working on developing the departments of the college to become houses of expertise capable of serving the community and developing the environment.

Faculty of Nursing History:

The Faculty of Nursing aims to provide care for individuals, families, and society; this is achieved through the promotion and maintenance of health, the prevention of diseases and the rehabilitation of patients; the Faculty of Nursing at Assiut University is also concerned with rehabilitation, a process that aims to enable persons with disabilities to reach and maintain optimal physical, sensory, intellectual, psychological and social

competence.

The Faculty of Nursing deals in collaboration with other medical professions in various contexts to meet societal needs using the nursing process, as a vital service in the health care delivery system.

The faculty recognizes its responsibility to prepare learners with the necessary skills in nursing, research, and leadership.

The Faculty of Nursing, Assiut University, seeks excellence and leadership in the fields of nursing education, scientific research, and community service at regional and international levels.

Faculty of Nursing - Assiut University is a governmental educational research institution that works to prepare scientifically, skillfully, and professionally qualified cadres capable of innovation and competition in the labor market and addressing the problems of society in the fields of nursing in light of Egypt's Vision 2030 and activating the role of community participation through accredited educational programs based on academic standards based on competencies and distinguished scientific research and taking into account quality standards within a framework of recognized university values and traditions.

The Faculty of Nursing believes in the holistic way of caring for the individual, the family and the community. This is achieved through promotion and maintenance of health, disease prevention, rehabilitation of patients, and giving nursing care. Nursing is a vital service throughout the healthcare system in collaboration with other health professions in a variety of determinations that meet social needs using the nursing process. The faculty recognizes its responsibility in professional education to equip an aspiring learner with skills in nursing service, scientific research, and administrative leadership.

South Egypt Cancer Institute

History:

The idea of establishing the institute began in 1990 when it was noticed that the percentage of cases of oncology patients increased significantly.

In 1991, the idea of allocating the hospital's headquarters as a nucleus for the establishment of the South Egypt Cancer Institute emerged due to the need for this large area to provide this advanced service for the people of Upper Egypt, from Beni Suef Governorate in the north to Aswan in the south.

In the same year, the Board of Directors of Assiut University Hospitals approved the allocation of the old university hospital building as the headquarters of the Oncology Hospital.

Work began at this time in the units of bladder tumors and pediatric oncology, and the Institute was part of the university hospital and under the supervision of the Faculty of Medicine of Assiut and did not have an independent entity and continued as well until 1994 and then was thinking again to establish an independent Institute of

Oncology in Upper Egypt has been met with many financial and administrative difficulties.

On 14/8/1997, the Supreme Council of Universities issued Resolution No. 350 approving the establishment of the South Egypt Cancer Institute at Assiut University, provided that the internal regulations of the National Cancer Institute in Cairo are applied to it.

On 29/12/1999, the President of the Republic issued Decree No. (470) establishing the South Egypt Cancer Institute, and the Institute has been working since that date as an independent scientific institute affiliated to Assiut University.

The Institute of Oncology at Assiut University aims to:

Prepare specialized cadres to provide the maximum possible care for oncology patients.

Provide continuing medical education and training for doctors and researchers in this field. Conduct research aimed at understanding, diagnosing, treating, and preventing cancer and related diseases.

The institute works to raise awareness of cancer, early detection, and ways to prevent it in southern Egypt.

Assiut University History

Assiut University was established in October 1957 as the first university established in Upper Egypt to prepare and qualify graduates highly qualified and provide them with basic specialized academic knowledge, and training experience in various necessary skills. In addition, the university offers an abundance of programs that keep pace with contemporary international modernities. Assiut University is located in the city of Assiut University in Upper Egypt.

Assiut University is a public university that harnesses its potential and directs it to achieve its vision by providing the required education in the present and future, in addition to preparing generations capable of competing in the labor market at the local and international levels, and qualified to achieve excellence in the development of scientific research, technology, and research programs that contribute to the development of society within the framework of university ethics.

Make graduate students able to innovate and compete in the labor market.

Development of graduate studies and research capacity of the University.

Strengthening the relationship between the university and the community.

Creating an effective management organization.

Establishing the values and ethics of the university.

Supporting and encouraging the university's colleges and institutes to implement accreditation.

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2		Faculty of Social Work

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4		South Egypt Cancer Institute

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6		College of Early Childhood Education

11.4.7_Does your university as a body work with local authorities to address planning issues/development, including ensuring that local residents are able to access affordable housing?

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Assiut University undertakes housing-related initiatives to support its university community and improve residential facilities through the provision of administrative housing, the allocation of available residential units, and the development of housing infrastructure and services. These initiatives are coordinated through the University’s Community Service and Environmental Development Sector and the relevant administrative housing units.

During the 2025/2026 academic year, the University documented the following relevant initiatives:

1. Provision of Residential Accommodation

On 15 November 2025, Assiut University announced the availability of 15 vacant residential units within its administrative housing facilities, located both inside and outside the university campus. Applications opened on 16 November 2025 for a period of 15 days. The initiative aimed to meet the accommodation needs of faculty members, improve the utilization of university-owned residential properties, and promote a stable working and living environment. The allocation process was governed by established regulations and procedures intended to ensure transparency and fairness.

2. Development of Residential Infrastructure and Services

On 3 June 2026, the University’s Administrative Housing Board discussed measures to improve residential facilities and the services provided to occupants. The agenda included infrastructure improvements, maintenance of internal and connecting roads, enhancement of residential amenities, and measures to strengthen safety and organization within university housing areas. These activities demonstrate the University’s continued attention to residential planning, infrastructure quality, and the needs of its residential community.

3. Cooperation with Local Urban Development Authorities

The University has an established record of cooperation with the New Assiut City Development Authority and the New Urban Communities Authority on housing and urban development initiatives. Previous documented projects included plans for residential buildings for university employees and faculty members, student accommodation in New Assiut City, and housing arrangements supported by transportation services.

These initiatives provide historical evidence of institutional engagement with urban development authorities. However, they should be distinguished from activities newly implemented during the 2025/2026 academic year.

Contribution to Sustainable Development

Assiut University’s documented housing initiatives are relevant to Sustainable Development Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), particularly the objective of improving access to adequate and safe housing and supporting sustainable urban development. They also contribute to employee welfare and the development of residential infrastructure.

Nevertheless, the available evidence primarily concerns accommodation for university employees and faculty members, together with the maintenance and development of university residential facilities. It does not independently establish that the University worked with local authorities during the reporting period to expand access to affordable housing for the general local population.

Conclusion

The available documentation demonstrates that Assiut University addressed residential accommodation and housing development through the allocation of university housing units and initiatives to improve residential infrastructure and services during the 2025/2026 academic year. The University also has a documented history of cooperation with urban development authorities on housing-related projects.

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11.4.4 The University's affordable housing for employees

Does your university as a body provide affordable housing for employees?

Yes, there is a General Administration for Guest Houses and Faculty Housing at Assiut University, which serves the faculty members and their assistants at Assiut University. It provides suitable accommodation, essential staffing, security, and supervision to ensure comfort and to address any challenges encountered during their stay. The administration also serves many Egyptian, Arab, and foreign guests of the university, offering them proper care, appropriate accommodation, and hospitality worthy of the university's long-standing reputation.

The General Administration of Guest Houses and Faculty Housing consists of three main units:
1. Guest Houses Administration
2. Faculty Housing Administration
3. VIP Guest House Administration

First: Guest Houses Administration

The Guest Houses Administration includes many guest houses located inside and outside the university campus. All units work to provide distinguished services to faculty members and their assistants, as detailed in the following table:

Each guest house is staffed with sufficient supervisors, security personnel, service staff, and maintenance technicians (plumbing, electrical, carpentry). Custodians are also available to handle inventory received from central maintenance stores. The administration conducts continuous monitoring to ensure smooth operation and to address any issues that may affect service quality.

Second: Faculty Housing Administration

The Faculty Housing Administration includes a large number of residential buildings inside and outside the university campus serving faculty members.

Housing inside the campus consists of two main sectors:

Faculty housing outside the campus:

Furnished Guest Houses

Furnished accommodation is designated for faculty members and their families for temporary use, subject to availability and approval from the Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development. With approval from the university president, foreign and Arab delegations may also be accommodated. The president may also convert any faculty housing unit into a furnished unit or vice versa.

Third: VIP Guest House Administration

This unit is located in the old university campus at El-Walidiya. It receives faculty members from Assiut University and other universities, as well as Arab and international delegations and academic committee members.

The administration provides adequate supervision, service staff, and maintenance technicians (plumbing, electrical, carpentry) to ensure the VIP Guest House reflects the distinguished image of Assiut University.

The university faculty housing represents a unique feature of Assiut University among Egyptian universities, as its establishment dates to the early years of the university’s founding. This was done to support and care for the university faculty members and provide suitable opportunities for accommodation within the university campus to facilitate their role in providing a distinguished educational service during their years of work.

There is also a Health infrastructure facility for academics and administrative staff:

The Faculty Treatment Unit at Assiut University was established in 1990. Its establishment aimed to provide health care to faculty members, their assistants, and their families. The unit continued to provide medical, therapeutic, and laboratory services to faculty members until a decision was made to establish a new headquarters for the Faculty Treatment Unit, which would bring together

all medical, therapeutic, and laboratory services, to reduce the burdens and suffering that faculty members bear due to procedures and distant service locations.

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11.4.2 - Does your university as a body undertake actions to promote the % of more sustainable commuting (e.g. provision of free or subsidised buses or shared transport schemes, provision of bicycle parking & storage facilities, provision of cycle tracks, a bicycle and pedestrian plan or policy, bicycle sharing programme, free or reduced price transit passes, car/van pool or ride sharing programme, reduced parking fees or preferential parking for carpool or vanpool users, car sharing programme, provision of electric vehicle recharging stations, preferred parking for fuel-efficient vehicles)?

Yes, Assiut University, as a body, undertakes actions to promote the % of more sustainable commuting

(A)Assiut University announces the possibility of transporting students to and from the university.

Total main campus area: 1,504,325m2

Total parking area = 93250m2

Ratio = 0.061

A statement of some of the faculties/departments whose members participate (the use of mass transportation) in the university's courses

Note: Places outside the university do not benefit from the service, and hospitals are self- service that are not included in the statistics.

Statement of participants in university courses:

A statement of some of the colleges/departments whose members participate in using mass transportation at the university for

(B) Campus facilities for disabled, special needs and/or maternity care (SI.5)

Through the continuous development of accessible infrastructure, support facilities, and inclusive services, Assiut University seeks to provide an equitable educational environment that enables students with disabilities and special needs to access campus facilities, participate in academic activities, and engage fully in university life. These efforts reflect the university’s commitment to fostering inclusion, promoting equal opportunities, and enhancing the quality of life for all members of the university community.