December 31, 2025
Under the auspices of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, the Committee for Monitoring the Removal of Obstructions, Maintaining Green Spaces, and Beautifying Campus Streets continued its fieldwork to inspect rainwater drainage systems and ensure that building rooftops are clear of any obstructions that could impede water flow. These measures are part of the university’s early preparedness for expected weather fluctuations and climate change, aiming to achieve the highest levels of safety and security across the campus. The efforts are conducted under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development.
Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy emphasized that the university operates under an integrated vision to enhance the safety and security system across the campus by maintaining a high state of readiness in all sectors and adopting a proactive approach to potential weather or climate developments. This approach ensures the protection of lives and property while providing a safe and stable learning environment. He also highlighted the importance of full coordination between all relevant sectors to enhance response efficiency and minimize potential risks.
In this context, the committee conducted field visits to several faculties and institutes. On Wednesday, December 31, Professor Mohamed Ahmed Adawy carried out an inspection tour at the Institute of Molecular Biology, accompanied by Dr. Amr Abdel-Fattah, Dean of the Institute, and Professor Heba Attia Yassi, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development.
The Vice President also toured the Faculty of Nursing, in the presence of Professor Fatma Rushdi, Dean of the Faculty, Dr. Nahed Shoukatt, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development, and Professor Ikram Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research. The tour aimed to ensure the readiness of rainwater drainage systems on building rooftops and to verify that faculty and institute administrations are adhering to safety and security requirements, thereby minimizing potential risks during heavy rainfall or extreme weather conditions.
Professor Mohamed Adawy affirmed that Assiut University prioritizes raising preparedness levels across all its sectors and maintaining a proactive approach to potential climate developments. He noted that continuous field monitoring is a key pillar for supporting the university’s safety system, protecting lives and property, and improving the campus environment while achieving sustainable development objectives.
Professor Mohamed Mostafa Hamd, General Coordinator of the Committee, explained that the inspection tour also included monitoring the maintenance and beautification of green spaces and reviewing deteriorated sidewalks. These efforts contribute to improving the university’s urban aesthetics, enhancing its adaptability to climate changes, monitoring agricultural pest control indicators, and inspecting old or damaged trees to ensure the safety of university members while promoting environmental sustainability on campus.
The committee includes Dr. Mohamed Abdel-Baset, General Supervisor of Occupational Health and Safety at the University; Dr. Randa Youssef Mohamed, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Agriculture; Eng. Mohamed Thabet, Director General of Engineering Affairs; Ms. Nady Kamal, Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Education; Mr. Mahmoud Abdel-Rahim, Teaching Assistant, Faculty of Physical Education; Eng. Noha Samir and Eng. Mai Mamdouh Ahmed, Engineering Administration; Mr. El-Husseiny El-Tayeb, Office of the Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development; Mr. Ahmed Mostafa Abdel Aziz, Environmental Projects Management Unit; and Mr. Ahmed Raef, Safety and Occupational Health Unit.
The committee is scheduled to continue its inspection tours in the coming period, including visits to the Faculty of Arts, the Faculty of Sugar Technology and Integrated Industries, the Faculty of Social Work, the Faculty of Specific Education, and the South Egypt Cancer Institute.
