Fayoum University

Fayoum University (FU) (Arabic: جامعة الفيوم‎, Jame'at al-fayoum) is a public university located in the Egyptian city of Al Fayoum in northern Egypt. From 1976 to 2005, Fayoum University was a public institution within the University of Cairo. In August 2005, it was established as an independent campus with 2,000 faculty members and enrollment of about 25. 000 students. The city of Fayoum is an oasis located approximately 63 miles southwest of Cairo and is noted for its agricultural production and tourism.

History

In 1975, the Faculty of Education in Fayoum was established as one of the faculties affiliated to Cairo University.

Courses and Campus

Fayoum University offers undergraduate programs and graduate programs, as well as open education opportunities via its 14 faculties.

Faculties

• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Agriculture
• Faculty of Engineering
• Faculty of Social Work
• Faculty of Dar Al-Uloom
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Tourism and Hotels
• Faculty of Specific Education
• Faculty of Archaeology
• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Arts
• Faculty of Computer science and Information
• Faculty of Early Childhood Education
• Faculty of Nursing

University Facilities

• Library Facilities: Fayoum University libraries own more than 67043 Arabic books and 30366 foreign books.
• Special Facilities: Teaching Hotel, Sports Hall, Student Activities Center, and the University Theatre

Campus life

The Division of Student Affairs provides essential student services and facilitates relevant student programs. FU students come from diverse backgrounds and the University is committed to enhancing student dialogue and democratic discussions, as well as promoting cultural and educational extra-curricular activities.

Student Life

All student activities are coordinated by the annually-elected Student Union. The University also hosts a number of high-profile literati and glitterati in addition to organizing cultural seasons, conferences, seminars and symposia.

Student activities are facilitated by the Office of Youth Welfare. Student life programs include:

• Student Union
• Student Associations
• Student Organized Conferences
• The Community Service Program
• Cultural Activities
• Lectures and Concerts
• Theater
• Sports

Student Associations, Clubs and Conferences

Most of the student activities at Fayoum University are organized by the students, to the students and for the students. These activities encompass a wide variety of social, political, and economic issues. Such activities include:

• The Student Union
• Model American Congress

Alumni

Fayoum University is proud of providing the Egyptian Community with qualified university graduates, who often occupy leading positions within the public and private sectors, as well as in the civil society. University alumni also occupy distinguished positions in regional and international organizations and institutions. These include:

• Dr. Galal Mostafa Said, former governor of Fayoum, and current minister of Transport
• Dr. Samir Seif Al-Yazzal, former governor of Beni Suef

Residential Life

Students have a choice of housing options. An in-campus dormitory is located about 2 minutes from the campus. Also, there are two dorms devoted to female students.

The University Hospital

With its full capacity of 350 beds, the Fayoum University Hospital renders top-notch medical services to the citizens of Fayoum. It is also a center for educational and medical services.

Governance and Administration

Fayoum university is a state-owned campus administrated by a president assisted by three vice-presidents.

Past Presidents

• Professor Abdel Hamid Abdel Tawab (2011–present)
• Professor Ahmed M. El Gohary (2008–2011)
• Professor Galal M. Said (2005–2011)

External links

• Official website
• talaba4fayoum.com , University's students biggest community on web

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