The President of Mansoura University Receives Former Minister of Youth and Sports and a Group of Academic Leaders and Sports Figures on the Sidelines of the Doctoral Qualifying Exam at the Faculty of Sports Sciences

Prof. Cherif Youssef Khater, President of Mansoura University, received today Prof. Ashraf Sobhy, former Minister of Youth and Sports and President of the African Federation of Collective Sports, along with a group of academic leaders, sports figures, and senior professors from various Egyptian universities, at his office, on the sidelines of the doctoral qualifying exam at the Faculty of Sports Sciences.

 The reception was attended by Prof. Ahmed Abdel-Azim, Dean of the Faculty of Sports Sciences; Prof. Khaled Wahid, Vice Dean for Graduate Studies and Research; Dr. Ashraf Othman, Vice Dean for Education and Student Affairs; Prof. Medhat Qassem, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development; and Prof. Amr Allah El-Basaty, Professor in the Department of Sports Training.

 The attendees included Prof. Mohamed Sobhy Hassanin, former Vice President of Capital University; Prof. Galal Salem, former Vice President of Port Said University; Dr. Fathy Nada, Head of the General Syndicate of Sports Professions; Dr. Mohamed Khalil, Founding Dean of the Faculty of Sports Sciences at Mansoura University; and Prof. Kamal Darwish, former Dean of the Faculty of Sports Sciences at Capital University.

 Prof. Cherif Khater welcomed Prof. Ashraf Sobhy, praising his role in supporting Egyptian and African sports, and the success of the African University Games recently hosted by Cairo, highlighting their importance in strengthening sports and academic cooperation among universities across the continent. He emphasized his pride in Egypt hosting these events, which enhances its standing and role in supporting the advancement of African sports.

 The university president also expressed his appreciation to the participating academic leaders and sports figures, emphasizing that the participation of these distinguished scholars and their specialized expertise represents a significant addition to the doctoral qualifying examination. He noted that it facilitates the exchange of experiences and scientific perspectives, enriches discussions related to research topics, and supports the advancement of scientific research and the development of sports science disciplines in Egyptian universities.

 Prof. Ashraf Sobhy expressed his appreciation to Mansoura University and its role in supporting education and scientific research. He commended the Faculty of Sports Sciences for its commitment to training researchers and developing postgraduate programs. He affirmed that the integration of academic and applied expertise is a fundamental pillar for the development of Egyptian sports, pointing to the importance of employing scientific knowledge in developing sports practices and preparing qualified personnel capable of keeping pace with modern developments in various fields of sports science.

 Prof. Ahmed Abdel-Azim expressed his appreciation for the participation of academic leaders and prominent figures in the doctoral qualifying examination, emphasizing the college's commitment to providing a supportive academic environment for researchers, developing their research capabilities, and raising the level of postgraduate studies in various sports science disciplines. This, he noted, enhances the quality of scientific output and links scientific research to the development needs of the sports field.

 Prof. Fathi Nada pointed to the importance of integrating scientific research with professional application in developing the sports sector. He stressed that preparing qualified scientific and professional personnel is a fundamental pillar for advancing sports professions. He added that developing the fields of sports training, management, and physical rehabilitation requires utilizing the results of scientific research and applying them in professional practice, keeping pace with modern changes and the needs of the sports sector.

 The holding of the doctoral qualifying examination at the Faculty of Sports Sciences comes within the framework of Mansoura University's commitment to supporting the postgraduate studies system, advancing scientific research, and providing a supportive academic environment for researchers. This contributes to preparing qualified scientific personnel, strengthening communication between academic and applied expertise, and supporting the development of sports science in its various specializations.