Dr. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, announced the participation of a number of the university’s students in the activities of the International Summer School organized by Xi’an Jiaotong University in China, under the slogan “Silk Road Youth: Sustainable Development Goals in Action,” within the framework of the university’s strategy to promote international openness, support students and provide opportunities for learning, training and interaction with global educational experiences.
Al-Gizawy emphasized that Benha University students' participation in this international event stems from the university's commitment to developing their capabilities and refining their academic and practical skills. It also provides them with opportunities to learn about the latest international educational systems and experiences, contributing to the development of qualified graduates capable of competing in the local and international job market.
Dr. Gihan Abdel-Hadi, Vice President of the University for Graduate Studies and Research, explained that the summer school's activities include a diverse range of academic and training programs, along with cultural activities. This provides participating students with an opportunity for direct interaction with students from around the world, exchanging experiences and knowledge, and learning about different cultures.
Dr. Mohamed Farhat Fouda, Professor at the College of Life Sciences at Central China Agricultural University and coordinator of the summer school's activities, stated that Benha University participated as an organizing partner in this international event, representing Egypt at this scientific forum. He added that the university joined four other universities from different continents—Asia, Africa, and Europe—for a total of five participating universities, reflecting the continental and international diversity of the event.
Representing Benha University in the summer school activities are a number of students from various faculties of the university, namely: Tamer Mohamed Ali and Shaimaa Helil from the Faculty of Engineering in Shubra, Hosni Samir Abdel Aziz and Sahar Ramadan El Sayed from the Faculty of Commerce, Hagar Shindy El Toukhy and Sama Atef Sayed from the Faculty of Agriculture, Abdel Razek Askar from the Faculty of Science, and Mahmoud Sabak from the Faculty of Engineering in Benha.