On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, the Faculty of Engineering updated its agreement with the University of Louisville in the United States. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Prof. Dr. Sherif Khater, President of Mansoura University, Prof. Dr. Essam El-Kurdy, President of Alamein International University, and Professor Paul Hoffman, Vice President for International Relations at the University of Louisville.
Prof. Khater emphasized that this agreement aims to enhance research and scientific collaboration between Egypt and the U.S., aligning with Mansoura University’s goal to establish joint degrees with prestigious global universities as part of Egypt’s 2023 vision for higher education.
Prof. Dr. Sherif El-Badawy, Interim Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, noted that this cooperation protocol would allow students to earn dual degrees from both Mansoura University and the University of Louisville upon completion of their studies. The agreement includes several benefits for students, such as internship opportunities during their studies and preparation for job placements after graduation. Furthermore, both universities will collaborate on continuous education and development.
Prof. Hoffman highlighted that the agreement would facilitate exchanges between faculty members and students from both institutions, thereby strengthening cooperation in scientific and research fields. There are also hopes for a future agreement focused on graduate studies between the two universities.
The event saw a large turnout in the auditorium named after Dr. Magdy Abu Rayan, where important topics were discussed regarding joint specialized programs and supporting the capabilities of students and researchers at both universities to ultimately enhance academic and research outcomes.