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The Student Union of the Faculty of Agriculture at Ain Shams University, in collaboration with the Students for Egypt Group at the Faculty, organized a welcome ceremony to mark the beginning of the new academic year. The event was held under the patronage of Prof. Mohamed Diaa Zain El-Abedeen, President of Ain Shams University; Prof. Rami Maher Ghali, Vice President for Education and Student Affairs; and Prof. Walaa Abdel Ghani, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture. The ceremony was attended by Prof. Ahmed Abou El-Yazid, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof. Mona Zayed, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research; and Prof. Manal Mubarak, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs. The event reflects the faculty’s commitment to fostering a sense of belonging, strengthening communication among students, and creating a positive university environment that encourages active participation in various student activities and events.

In the opening address, Prof. Walaa Mohamed Abdel Ghani El-Sayed, Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture at Ain Shams University, welcomed new and returning students, expressing his pleasure at receiving them at the beginning of the academic year and wishing them a year filled with success and excellence.

He emphasized the faculty’s commitment to providing an integrated educational and research environment that develops students' skills and enhances their academic and practical capabilities. She also highlighted the importance of participation in student activities as a fundamental pillar of well-rounded personal development, fostering cooperation, a sense of belonging, and social responsibility, while preparing students to contribute effectively to development goals and community service.

For her part, Prof. Manal Mubarak Mohamed, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs, welcomed new and returning students, reaffirming the faculty’s dedication to providing academic support and student guidance, as well as creating a stimulating learning environment that promotes excellence and innovation.

She encouraged students to make the most of available educational opportunities and extracurricular activities and to participate actively in various events that help develop their skills, nurture their talents, and build their character. She concluded by wishing them an academic year filled with success and achievements.

Prof. Mona Mohamed Said Zayed, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research, stressed the importance of developing students' scientific research skills, creative thinking, and innovative capabilities. She highlighted the Faculty's commitment to bridging academic study and practical application, helping prepare qualified graduates capable of keeping pace with scientific and technological advancements in the agricultural sector, addressing food security challenges, and contributing to sustainable development.

Prof. Ahmed Abou El-Yazid, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, emphasized the faculty’s vital role in supporting sustainable development and serving the community. He highlighted the importance of student participation in community initiatives and activities that raise awareness of agricultural and environmental issues, encourage the practical application of scientific knowledge for the benefit of society, and strengthen students' sense of responsibility, belonging, and teamwork.

The ceremony featured a variety of activities and interactive segments organized by the Faculty's Student Union in collaboration with the Students for Egypt Group. These activities are aimed at welcoming new students and introducing them to university life and the extracurricular opportunities available. The event was marked by a lively and engaging atmosphere, fostering cooperation and a sense of belonging among students while encouraging participation in cultural, social, and recreational activities that enrich university life and help build a cohesive student community.

The welcome ceremony reflects the Faculty of Agriculture's commitment to supporting student activities and strengthening communication between the faculty administration and students. Through the fruitful collaboration between the Student Union and the Students for Egypt Group, the event contributes to creating a university environment that inspires creativity and excellence, reinforces the values of belonging and teamwork, and supports students in their pursuit of academic achievement and active engagement in all aspects of university life.