Edited by: Salma Nasr

On October 8, 2024, our dear faculty celebrated becoming internationally accredited by ASIC. A grand ceremony was held at the Zaki Shafea Hall to celebrate the college’s achievement of obtaining International Institutional Academic Accreditation from the prestigious Accreditation Service for International Schools (ASIC). This accreditation, awarded with excellence, is a testament to the relentless efforts and dedication of the faculty professors and administrative staff.

The celebration began with a speech from Dr. Nahla Mahmoud, head of the international accreditation team. She expressed her heartfelt congratulations to FEPS and Cairo University, emphasizing the pride and gratitude felt by all members of the faculty. Dr. Nahla extended special thanks to Dr. Hanan the acting dean of FEPS, the international accreditation team members as well as acknowledging Dr. Marwa El-Beltagy,  the Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies for her significant contributions."

Following Dr. Nahla's speech, Dr. Hanan Mohamed, the acting Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Political Science, took the stage. She began with a verse from the Quran, “Those who believe and do good deeds will not lose the reward of those who do good deeds.” This was followed by a beautiful metaphor comparing the college to a tree with wide branches and leaves, symbolizing the faculty’s growth, its far-reaching influence, and its determination to spread knowledge globally. She spoke about the college’s achievements that have already been accomplished, including ISO certification and various local accreditations, as well as securing second place in the Government Excellence Award in 2022. Dr. Hanan elaborated on the rigorous process of obtaining the international accreditation, detailing the cooperation and dedication of everyone involved in the college. The accreditation process, she noted, was a collective effort that saw contributions from professors, staff, and students alike. he dedicated this success to the president of Cairo University Dr. Mohamed Sami Abdelsadiq, she also extended her thanks to the former president Dr. Mohamed ElKhosht for facilitating the process and offering help, and to the current vice president of Cairo University and the former dean of FEPS Dr. Mahmoud Alsaid for taking the first steps towards accreditation.

Afterwards, the President of Cairo University, Mohamed Sami Abdel Sadiq, delivered an inspiring address, highlighting the timing of the accreditation ceremony, which coincided with the anniversary of the October War Victory. He drew a parallel between the determination and strategic planning that led to the war’s victory and the persistence and meticulous preparation that enabled the faculty to achieve international accreditation. President Abdel Sadiq proudly referred to the Faculty of Economics and Political Science as "the pearl of Cairo University,". President Abdel Sadiq also acknowledged the exceptional work that went into preparing the accreditation file, extending thanks to Mahmoud Al-Saeed and all the deans of the college for their roles in bringing the accreditation process to fruition. He announced that a workshop would be organized to showcase the faculty’s journey to other faculties, inspiring further achievements within Cairo University.  To commemorate the occasion, Dr. Hanan presented President Abdel Sadiq with a souvenir bearing the faculty’s logo and accreditation symbol.

The ceremony also featured a video presentation that captured the journey of the faculty’s accreditation process. This video highlighted the faculty’s achievements and the obstacles overcome along the way, showcasing how a strong team effort led to this historic milestone. The audience was taken on a visual tour of the faculty, featuring footage from the visit of the accreditation delegation and the maintenance and improvement of the faculty’s facilities.

During the ceremony, several key partners and contributors to the faculty’s success were honored. These included the Hanns Seidel Foundation, the Central Agency for Public Mobilization and Statistics, and distinguished figures like Ambassador Mohamed El Orabi member of the parliament, Dr. Ashraf El Araby, President of the National Planning Institute , and Dr. Naela Gabr, head of the National Committee to Combat Illegal Migration that were present in the ceremony. These honors acknowledged their support in promoting the faculty’s mission and vision and their role in making our faculty distinguished as ever.

In addition to the external partners, the college also recognized its internal champions, who have contributed to the faculty’s development over the years. Former university president Dr. Mohamed Osman El-Khosht, were recognized for their leadership, as were the directors of key centers and units. The ceremony’s honorees included Effat Al-Zoghbi, Director of the Quality Assurance Unit, and Alya Saraya, Academic Coordinator of the French Division, Dr. Ramy Magdy, Editor-in-Chief of Elite Magazine. The honorees also included the heads of academic centers, department heads, and key faculty members who played pivotal roles in the accreditation process. No less important were the contributions of the administrative staff, who worked diligently behind the scenes to support the accreditation process. Dr. Hanan acknowledged the tireless efforts of the administrative staff, who played an instrumental role in the accreditation process and the workers of the faculty. From the college secretary Mr. Sherif Mohamed Hammam to the teams in the youth welfare, security, graduate studies, and administrative affairs departments, as well as every worker in the college, everyone’s efforts were appreciated. Group photos were taken to commemorate the occasion, with Dr. Hanan personally thanking each department for their unwavering support.

The ceremony concluded with an optimistic outlook on the future. Dr. Hanan reiterated that while the international accreditation is a significant achievement, it marks only the beginning of the faculty’s journey toward greater excellence.

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