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.