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This morning, Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, received Major General Hany Rashad, Governor of Suez, and Dr. Mohamed Allam, Deputy Governor, at the university headquarters, where they participated in the University Council meeting chaired by the President, in the presence of the Vice Presidents, Deans of Faculties, and Council members.
At the beginning of the meeting, the University President welcomed the Governor and his Deputy, extending his congratulations on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan and wishing continued prosperity and blessings for Suez Governorate and its honorable people. He also introduced the Vice Presidents, Deans, and Council members, emphasizing the university’s vital role in serving the local community.
Following this, the University Council, chaired by Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, extended its sincere congratulations to Prof. Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa on his appointment as Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. The Council expressed its best wishes for his continued success in leading the higher education and scientific research system, affirming the university’s full support for the Ministry’s efforts to develop education, advance scientific research, and serve society.
During the meeting, both the University President and the Governor stressed the importance of strengthening cooperation between the university and the governorate across various fields, in a manner that supports sustainable development, meets community needs, and utilizes the university’s academic and research capabilities to address local issues.
Prof. Heniegal also reviewed the university’s most prominent activities over the past month, including scientific and research events, student activities, and community initiatives aimed at serving the environment and the local community.
For his part, Major General Hany Rashad, Governor of Suez, expressed his great pleasure at visiting Suez University, noting his deep appreciation for the teaching profession, which he practiced at the beginning of his career as a teaching assistant at the Air Defense College. He described teaching as a noble and sacred profession due to its mission of spreading knowledge and enlightenment.
He also expressed his admiration for the presentation outlining the university’s capabilities and those of its faculties, praising its distinguished efforts in serving the local community. Furthermore, he called for organizing diverse sports, cultural, and artistic activities in cooperation between the university and the people of Suez, in order to enhance community engagement and enrich the governorate’s cultural and athletic life.
The Governor affirmed his eagerness to participate in the various events organized by the university, emphasizing that ongoing cooperation between the university and the governorate represents a fundamental pillar for serving society and supporting the development process in Suez.
In a statement, Prof. Dr. Ashraf Heniegal, President of Suez University, affirmed that the visit of the Governor and his Deputy and their attendance at the University Council meeting reflect the governorate’s commitment to supporting the university and strengthening joint cooperation. He emphasized that Suez University will continue to serve as a house of expertise, placing its academic and research capabilities at the service of the local community and development issues in Suez Governorate.
The Council then resumed its agenda, discussing listed topics related to the university’s various sectors. Discussions included student affairs and associated academic and service matters, postgraduate studies and research, community service and environmental development, as well as faculty affairs, including promotions and regulations governing academic work.