The Faculty of Sports Sciences at Suez University organized the PhD qualifying examination under the patronage of Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of the University, and the supervision of Prof. Dr. Sherif Fahmy, Acting Vice President for Postgraduate Studies and Research, with the attendance of Prof. Dr. Ezz Eldin Hosseiny Gad, Vice President for , Education and Student Affairs.
The University President praised the organizational and academic standards demonstrated by the faculty, affirming that supporting scientific research and specialized colleges remains among the university’s top priorities.
For his part, the Dean of the Faculty emphasized that the college has become a distinguished academic destination thanks to its stimulating scholarly environment and the continuous support of the university administration. He noted that the examination reflects the development of academic and research programs in line with modern trends in sports sciences.
On the sidelines of the examination, a scientific symposium titled “Challenges Facing Egyptian Sports” was held, featuring prominent guests and leading figures in sports thought and management in Egypt, including:
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Azab, President of Sadat City University
Prof. Dr. Kamal Darwish, Advisor to the Minister of Youth and Sports
Prof. Dr. Mohamed Sobhy Hassanien, Vice President of the University Sports Federation
Prof. Dr. Hussein El-Samri, Executive Director of the Egyptian Olympic Committee
Prof. Dr. Gamal Mohamed Ali, Secretary-General of the Syndicate of Sports Professions
The symposium discussed the key challenges facing Egyptian sports and proposed developmental visions in management, investment, and modernization of the sports system in accordance with international standards.