Al-Azhar University has announced the launch of an initiative to support gifted and innovative students, as part of its efforts to translate President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's recommendations into practical reality. The initiative aims to provide care and support to students with exceptional talents and innovative ideas. According to Dr. Mahmoud Sadiq, President of Al-Azhar University, the initiative is in line with the president's directives to provide support to gifted and innovative students in Egyptian higher education institutions.
The initiative is based on the directives of President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi, who met with Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research Dr. Abdel Aziz Kanswa to discuss efforts to support innovative and gifted students. Dr. Sadiq emphasized that Al-Azhar University is committed to translating the president's recommendations into practical programs and initiatives to support gifted and innovative students. The university has identified several talented students and innovative projects, including a team of students from the Mechanical Engineering Department who developed an electric golf car.
Al-Azhar University's initiative includes several key steps, including the launch of an electronic registry to identify talented students and provide them with support. According to Dr. Ahmed Koshk, Director of the Student Care Department, the registry will enable the university to create a comprehensive database of gifted and innovative students. The database will include information on students' talents, achievements, and participation in local, Arab, African, and international competitions.
The initiative aims to provide support to students in various fields, including scientific, innovative, technological, cultural, literary, artistic, and sports fields. Dr. Koshk emphasized that the university is committed to providing care and support to students with exceptional talents and innovative ideas. The initiative is part of Al-Azhar University's efforts to develop a comprehensive system to support gifted and innovative students.
As part of the initiative, Al-Azhar University plans to launch the "Al-Azhar Talents Forum" during the 2026/2027 academic year. The forum will provide a platform for students to showcase their talents and innovative projects. Dr. Koshk emphasized that the forum will enable the university to identify and support talented students and provide them with opportunities to develop their skills.
The initiative is being implemented under the supervision of Dr. Mahmoud Sadiq, President of Al-Azhar University, and Dr. Sayed Bakri, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs. The initiative is part of the university's efforts to implement the state's vision of supporting gifted and innovative students.
Students who wish to participate in the initiative can register their data on the university's website. The initiative is open to all students at Al-Azhar University, and the university encourages students to participate and showcase their talents.
Key points
- Al-Azhar University has launched an initiative to support gifted and innovative students, in line with President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's recommendations.
- The initiative aims to provide care and support to students with exceptional talents and innovative ideas.
- The university plans to launch the "Al-Azhar Talents Forum" during the 2026/2027 academic year to showcase student talents and innovative projects.
