During the latest hours of the year 2017, Dr. Ahmed A. Gaeis, Assiut University President extended his congratulations to the political leadership and all Egyptians on the occasion of the advent of the New Year wishing that security, advancement, and prosperity will prevail throughout the country. Dr. Gaeis stated that the year 2017 has witnessed the completion of work and success of all sectors of the university and its various faculties. He added that university started its educational role on the 12th of October, 1957 providing the country with more than 400 thousand graduates to serve the community and the country.