Professor El-Minshawy inaugurates the first phase of the Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Center in the presence of Dr. Tarek El-Gamal, former President of the University, and confirms: We are completing what the previous ones have built
Professor El-Menshawy, President of Assiut University, inaugurated the first phase of the Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Center, in the presence of Dr. Tarek El-Gamal, former President of Assiut University, and the opening came within the framework of the university's plan to support specialized medical services and enhance the position of Assiut University hospitals as a reference center for treatment, training and scientific research, under the supervision of Dr. Alaa Attia, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Chairman of the Board of Directors of University Hospitals.
Professor El-Menshawy was keen to express his thanks and appreciation to Dr. Tarek El-Gamal, former President of Assiut University, praising his vision and efforts that contributed to the establishment of the specialty of hand surgery and microsurgery at Assiut University, and the laying of the first building blocks of this distinguished medical edifice, which became the first of its kind in the Middle East, and one of the four largest specialized centers in this field in the world.
Professor El-Menshawy stressed that the opening of the first phase of the center comes as a continuation of the process of construction and development started by Dr. Tarek El-Gamal,
pointing out that Assiut University believes that major achievements are the result of institutional work and the accumulation of efforts, and that preserving and building on what has been achieved represents a consistent approach for the university.
Professor El-Menshawy said: "I would like to express my sincere thanks and appreciation to Dr. Tarek El-Gamal for his scientific vision and sincere efforts that established this delicate specialty within Assiut University, so that today it has become a prestigious scientific school and an international medical edifice. We believe that the ancient institutions are built with the help of their children, and we complement what the previous ones have built, keeping in mind one goal, which is to serve the citizen, and to improve health, education, and research services, in order to enhance the leadership of Assiut University and achieve its national mission."
Professor. Ahmed El-Menshawy explained that the first phase of the center includes 4 operating rooms equipped with the latest technologies to perform microscopic surgeries, 6 outpatient clinics that provide their services according to the latest treatment protocols, in addition to a recovery room that includes 6 beds, and 10 intensive care rooms, which enhances the center's ability to provide specialized medical services according to the highest international standards.
The President of the University pointed out that the center is one of the leading medical edifices, as it annually receives medical teams from various Arab and European countries to train on the latest techniques of hand surgeries and microsurgery, and grants a professional diploma specialized in hand surgery, nerve plexus surgeries, and complementary microsurgery, which is approved by the Supreme Council of Universities, reflecting Assiut University's leadership and excellence in this precise specialty.
The inauguration was attended by Dr. Khaled Abdulaziz, Director of the Main University Hospital, Dr. Amr Al-Sayed, Head of the Microsurgery and Hand Surgery Unit, along with the unit's team that included Dr. Mohamed Mustafa Qutb, Dr. Walid Riyad, and Dr. Omar Rifai, as well as Dr. Mohamed Helmy Al-Hefnawi, former Engineering Advisor of the University, Dr. Shehata Al-Dabaa, Engineering Advisor of the University, Dr. Ahmed Salah Qara'a, General Supervisor of the Olympic Village, and a group of orthopedic professors, faculty members, doctors, and medical staff and administrative staff at university hospitals, and engineers and supervisors of the Engineering Construction Department.

Inauguration of the Laboratories Building and the Western Terraces Building within the First Phase... Completion of the remaining phases of the project
Professor El-Menshawy, President of Assiut University, inaugurated today, Thursday, July 30, the first phase of the Faculty of Early Childhood Education Headquarters project at the university's campus in New Assiut, which included the opening of the laboratories building and the western terrace building, within the framework of the university's plan to expand its educational facilities, support its infrastructure, and prepare for the new academic year, in a way that contributes to providing a modern educational environment that keeps pace with the latest academic standards.
The opening was attended by Dr. Mohamed Sayed, President of Assiut National University, Dr. Ahmed Abdel Mawla, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Mohamed Adawi, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Nobi Mohamed Hassan, Vice President of Assiut National University for Academic Affairs, Dr. Reham El-Meligy, Dean of the Faculty of Education for Early Childhood, and Dr. Shehata El-Dabaa, Engineering Advisor to the President of the University.
Professor El-Menshawy explained that the university continues to implement its development plans aimed at establishing and modernizing educational facilities to meet the needs of the educational and research process, and provide students and faculty members with an integrated university environment with the latest capabilities and equipment, pointing out that the opening of the first phase of the project represents an important step towards completing the system of educational facilities at the university's campus in the new city of Assiut.
The President of the University added that the project comes within the framework of the university's vision aimed at supporting the quality of university education and enhancing the readiness of colleges to receive students, stressing the continuation of work to complete the remaining stages of the project according to the specified timetables.
The laboratories building includes the office of the dean of the college, the offices of department heads and faculty members, the faculty council hall, discussion rooms, classrooms, in addition to educational laboratories equipped with the latest means to serve the educational and training process.
The Western Terraces building also includes three classrooms with a capacity of 300 students, and is equipped with the latest acoustics and lighting systems to provide a suitable learning environment for students.
Following the inauguration, Professor El-Menshawy inspected the various facilities of the two buildings and was briefed on the works of fittings, furnishings, and safety equipment, praising the quality of the implementation and the accuracy of the engineering works, and the completion rates achieved, stressing the need to continue working with the same efficiency to complete the rest of the project's phases.
The President of the University also expressed his appreciation to all the engineers, consultants, and workers who participated in the implementation of the project, appreciating their sincere efforts and continuous work until the first phase came out with this distinguished level of quality and mastery.
For her part, Dr. Reham El-Meligy, Dean of the Faculty of Education for Early Childhood, expressed her sincere thanks and appreciation to Professor El-Menshawy, President of Assiut University, for his continuous support to the faculty and his keenness to provide an advanced educational environment, stressing that the opening of the first phase of the new headquarters represents a qualitative leap in the faculty's march, and contributes to enhancing its readiness to receive students and improve the educational process.
It is worth mentioning that the building of the Faculty of Early Childhood Education at the campus of Assiut University in New Assiut City is built on an area of 3500 square meters, and consists of four buildings, including: the laboratories building, the eastern terraces building, the western terraces building, and the educational building.
The inauguration was attended by Dr. Manal Anwar, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research, Dr. Wafa Maher, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, Dr. Ghada Sweifi, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, Dr. Yara Ibrahim, former Dean of the College, Eng. Mohamed Thabet, Director General of the Engineering Affairs Department, a group of professors, heads of departments, and members of the administrative staff at the college, Eng. Ahmed Abdel Fattah, Branch Manager of the Arab Contractors Company, Eng. Ihab Abu Kreisha, Deputy Director of the Branch, and several engineers and supervisors of the Department. Engineering Constructions at the University, the Arab Contractors Company, and a number of university leaders.

Professor El-Menshawy, former President of Assiut University, extends his sincere congratulations to Prof. Dr. Ahmed Mohamed Ahmed Abdel Mawla, Vice President of Assiut University for Education and Student Affairs, on the occasion of the issuance of the decision of the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research to appoint him as Acting President of Assiut University,
as of August 1, 2026, until the completion of the procedures for appointing a new president of the university.
Professor El-Menshawy expressed his sincere wishes to Dr. Ahmed Abdel Mawla for success in performing his duties, stressing his confidence in his ability to continue the march of work and giving, and to complete the efforts of developing and upgrading Assiut University in various academic, research, and service sectors, to achieve its mission and national role in serving the community.
Professor El-Minshawy also affirmed his pride in the achievements made within Assiut University during the past years, wishing the university family continued progress and excellence, and that the university remains a beacon of science, research and innovation, and a pioneer among Egyptian and regional universities
Professor El-Minshawy inaugurates the first phase of the Hand Surgery and Microsurgery Center in the presence of Dr. Tarek El-Gamal, former President of the University, and confirms: We are completing what the previous ones have built

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, affirmed that improving the quality of administrative performance across the University's various sectors is a fundamental pillar in supporting digital transformation and advancing the implementation of the smart university concept. He noted that these efforts contribute to enhancing institutional efficiency, improving the speed and accuracy of administrative processes, elevating the quality of services provided to stakeholders, strengthening transparency, and supporting evidence-based decision-making through accurate and up-to-date data.

These remarks came during a workshop organized by the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector, headed by Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, under the title: "Mechanisms for Improving the Quality of Administrative Performance for the Digital Platform Team of the Supreme Council of Universities." The workshop forms part of the Sector's ongoing efforts to advance the digitalization of its activities and enhance administrative efficiency.

Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy explained that the workshop reflects the Sector's commitment to supporting digital transformation by developing the capabilities of administrative staff across the University's faculties and centers. He noted that the initiative aims to improve workflows related to the Supreme Council of Universities' digital platform, ensure the accuracy and quality of uploaded reports, identify challenges encountered by platform teams, and develop practical solutions to address them.

The workshop featured a lecture delivered by Professor Mohamed Mostafa Hamad, Professor at the Faculty of Education and General Supervisor of the digital platform on behalf of the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector. During his presentation, he discussed the key challenges encountered by administrative team members while using the platform, explained the concepts underlying data entry templates, outlined the mechanisms used to evaluate activities, and reviewed the timeline established for uploading reports.

The workshop also highlighted best practices for accurately documenting activities to enhance the transparency and credibility of the data submitted to the platform and maximize its value in supporting informed institutional decision-making.

The event concluded with the distribution of roles and responsibilities among the working teams representing the Sector's faculties and centers, ensuring coordinated efforts toward achieving the University's digital transformation objectives.

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, and chaired by Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, the University's committee responsible for preparing and reviewing the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector submission convened for a preparatory meeting in support of Assiut University's participation in the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings.

The meeting focused on reviewing and preparing the documentation required for the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector across the ranking's key assessment areas, including Infrastructure, Transportation, Water, Energy, Education, and Community Engagement. Participants also discussed the necessary procedures to ensure that the submission complies with the ranking's requirements before it is uploaded to the UI GreenMetric digital platform.

The meeting reflects Assiut University's continued commitment to strengthening its performance in international sustainability rankings through the systematic preparation of high-quality documentation and the promotion of best practices in environmental sustainability and community engagement.

20 May 2026

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, and chaired by Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, the University's UI GreenMetric World University Rankings Committee responsible for preparing the Community Service and Environmental Development Sector files convened to review the University's submissions for the international ranking.

The meeting focused on evaluating the files prepared by the committee members in accordance with the template issued by the UI GreenMetric ranking office. Participants assessed the completeness and suitability of the submitted documentation, identified information gaps, and discussed the appropriate methods for addressing them, including determining the required data and the most reliable sources for obtaining the missing information.

The meeting forms part of Assiut University's ongoing efforts to strengthen the quality and completeness of its submissions to the UI GreenMetric World University Rankings, supporting the University's commitment to sustainability and continuous institutional development.

11 June 2026

As part of Assiut University's ongoing commitment to promoting occupational safety and enhancing awareness of security and safety procedures across its facilities, the Faculty of Law organized a training session on the implementation of emergency evacuation plans on Thursday, 11 June. The event was held under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, and under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs, Professor Dweib Hussein Saber, Dean of the Faculty of Law, and Professor Moammar Rateeb, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy affirmed that Assiut University is committed to fostering a culture of occupational safety and health while raising awareness of security and safety procedures among all members of the university community, thereby ensuring a safe educational and working environment across its various sectors.

The University President emphasized that training on evacuation procedures, crisis management, and emergency response is essential for enhancing the preparedness of staff and students, enabling them to respond effectively during emergencies, safeguarding lives and property, and reinforcing a culture of prevention and safety throughout the university.

The training session was organized in collaboration with the University's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Civil Protection Unit, and University Security Administration, under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Abdelbaset, Supervisor of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration across the University's sectors and university hospitals. The session featured the participation of Mr. Mohamed Abdel Aal, Civil Protection Officer, Mr. Moamen Faqir, Director General of University Security, in addition to staff members of the Faculty of Law.

The program introduced participants to the principles of occupational safety and health, accident and injury prevention measures, and procedures for responding to potential hazards. It also provided practical guidance on implementing safe and efficient evacuation procedures during emergencies to minimize human and material losses. In addition, the training covered the fundamentals of first aid and the appropriate procedures to follow both within and outside the workplace.

The organizers emphasized that these activities form part of the University's comprehensive plan to promote awareness of safety and security procedures, enhance the preparedness of employees across all sectors, and equip them to respond effectively to emergencies in accordance with approved standards, thereby supporting a safe and sustainable educational and working environment for all members of the University community.

The event concluded with a practical evacuation drill designed to assess participants' readiness to respond to emergency situations, improve response times, and reinforce a culture of prevention and safety throughout the University.

June 11, 2026

Under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Board of Directors of the University's Foreign Language Centers held its regular meeting to discuss strategies for enhancing institutional performance and improving the quality of the educational and training services provided by the centers. The meeting was attended by Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development, along with members of the Board.

The meeting was attended by Professor Atef El-Naqeeb, Supervisor of the Russian Language Center; Professor Noha Abdel Aziz Rizk, Supervisor of the French Language Center; Professor Abeer Raafat Khalaf, Supervisor of the English Language Center; and Mr. Shawky Saber, Secretary-General of the University.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy affirmed that Assiut University places great importance on the continuous development of its Foreign Language Centers, recognizing them as one of the University's key pillars in preparing and qualifying students and graduates while enhancing their competitiveness in both local and international labor markets. He noted that proficiency in foreign languages has become an essential requirement in light of rapid global developments and the growing demands of education, technology, and international communication.

The University President added that the University is committed to supporting the Foreign Language Centers and continuously updating their programs by offering advanced educational and training courses aligned with international standards. These initiatives contribute to developing participants' linguistic and communication skills while promoting a culture of lifelong learning and entrepreneurship, in line with Egypt's Vision 2030 and the country's sustainable development objectives.

For his part, Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy emphasized the vital role played by the Foreign Language Centers in supporting the University's vision of fostering cultural and intellectual openness and strengthening academic collaboration with educational and research institutions. He stressed the importance of continuously developing training programs and educational curricula to meet labor market demands and keep pace with digital transformation.

Professor Adawy further explained that the meeting discussed mechanisms for attracting a larger number of learners from both within and outside the University, as well as expanding the range of training services offered to faculty, staff, students, and graduates. These efforts aim to prepare highly qualified individuals equipped with the linguistic and professional skills needed to compete at both the regional and international levels.

The Board also reviewed the major activities undertaken by the Foreign Language Centers during the recent period. These included organizing specialized language training courses in several foreign languages, delivering career-oriented qualification programs for students and graduates, administering language placement tests, providing certified translation services, and collaborating with a number of local and international organizations to implement joint programs designed to enhance language proficiency and communication skills.

June 16, 2026

As part of Assiut University's ongoing commitment to promoting a culture of occupational safety and enhancing awareness of health and safety procedures across its facilities, and under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Faculty of Education organized an awareness seminar on occupational safety procedures on Tuesday, June 16, followed by the implementation of an emergency evacuation drill. The event was held under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Professor Hassan Hawil, Dean of the Faculty; and Professor Amani Mohamed Sherif, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development.

Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy emphasized that fostering a culture of occupational safety and raising awareness of preventive measures and emergency response procedures are fundamental to providing a safe and sustainable university environment. He noted that the University is committed to organizing regular training and awareness programs to enhance the preparedness of its faculty, staff, and students to respond effectively to emergency situations in accordance with the highest safety standards.

The seminar was organized in collaboration with the University's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, Civil Protection Unit, and University Security Administration, under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Abdelbaset, Supervisor of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration for the University's sectors and university hospitals. The event was attended by Major General Ibrahim Anous, Advisor to the University President for Security; Mr. Moamen Fakir, Director General of the University Security Administration; Mr. Mohamed Abdel Aal, Civil Protection Officer; in addition to faculty members and administrative staff of the Faculty of Education.

Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy explained that the seminar was organized as part of the University's comprehensive plan to promote awareness of safety and security procedures, strengthen the capabilities of employees across various sectors, and prepare them to respond effectively to emergencies in accordance with approved standards. He added that continuous awareness and training are essential components of enhancing preparedness and ensuring effective emergency response.

For his part, Professor Hassan Hawil affirmed the Faculty of Education's commitment to regularly implementing and rehearsing evacuation plans, emphasizing their importance in safeguarding lives and protecting property. He noted that such drills play a vital role in improving awareness and ensuring appropriate responses during emergency situations.

Professor Amani Mohamed Sherif explained that the seminar aimed to familiarize participants with occupational safety procedures and the appropriate actions to take during emergencies, thereby improving the effectiveness of evacuation plans and ensuring the highest levels of safety within the University work environment.

The seminar featured several awareness sessions. Professor Mohamed Abdelbaset presented an overview of occupational safety and health concepts, accident and injury prevention measures, risk management procedures, and the steps required for safe and efficient evacuation during emergencies.

Major General Ibrahim Anous also reviewed the causes of fires, fire prevention measures, firefighting methods, and the proper use of fire extinguishers. His presentation additionally covered basic first aid principles and the procedures to be followed in various emergency situations.

The event concluded with a practical evacuation drill designed to assess participants' readiness to respond to emergencies, enhance rapid response capabilities, and reinforce a culture of prevention and safety throughout the University community.