President of Beni Suef University Attends Graduation Ceremony for Students of TITAN Cement Group’s Summer Training Program and Emphasizes the Importance of Partnership with the Industrial Sector

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Prof. Dr. Tarek Ali, Acting President of Beni Suef University, today attended the graduation ceremony for the University students who participated in the summer training program organized by TITAN Cement Group. The ceremony was attended by Eng. Amr Reda, CEO of TITAN Cement Group; Dr. Hamada Mohamed, Vice President of the University for Education and Student Affairs; Dr. Hanan Soliman, Dean of the Faculty of Science; Dr. Mohamed Kayed, Dean of the Faculty of Computers and Artificial Intelligence; Dr. Mervat Refaat, Dean of the Faculty of Educational Technology; Mr. Mohamed Selim, Secretary-General of the University; Eng. Hazem Hassan, Plant Manager; Mr. Tony Othman, Advisor to the Group Chairman for Public Relations; Ms. Shahinaz Sadeq, Group Human Resources Director; and a number of company executives and engineers. The ceremony was held as part of the University’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with private-sector institutions and providing distinguished training opportunities that contribute to preparing and qualifying students for the labor market.
The ceremony included a variety of presentations delivered by the students on eight projects on which they had received training at the plant. These projects reflected the practical knowledge and experience the students acquired in various fields and disciplines, including occupational safety and health and specialized skills related to the nature of industrial work. During the training period, the students were distributed across seven different specializations within the plant, providing them with direct exposure to the work environment and enabling them to gain practical field experience that contributes to developing their professional and technical skills.
In his address, Prof. Dr. Tarek Ali expressed his appreciation for the fruitful and constructive cooperation with TITAN Cement Group, emphasizing that the partnership between the University and the Group represents one of the key pillars for developing the educational process and linking academic knowledge with practical applications. This contributes to preparing graduates capable of competing in the local and regional labor markets. He noted that the University places great emphasis on providing its students with practical training opportunities at leading institutions and companies, which positively contributes to developing their capabilities and equipping them with the experience required to meet the demands of the modern labor market. He further pointed out that such initiatives also reflect the leading community role played by national companies in supporting education and scientific research.
For his part, Dr. Hamada Mohamed highlighted discussions concerning a joint project between the University and TITAN Cement Group aimed at utilizing students’ graduation projects and innovative ideas to support industrial development. The project involves establishing a specialized electronic platform through which students’ projects and ideas can be showcased, in addition to forming a joint committee comprising representatives from the University and the plant to evaluate these projects and select the best ones for support and implementation in a manner that serves both the academic and industrial sectors.
Dr. Hanan Soliman affirmed the Faculty of Science’s commitment to expanding cooperation with the Group during the coming period by increasing the number of students benefiting from its training programs. She praised the Group’s role in supporting students and providing high-quality training opportunities that enable them to benefit from practical experience within an advanced industrial environment. She also expressed her appreciation to the Group’s management for its continued cooperation with the University and its various faculties.
In a related context, Eng. Amr Reda affirmed that the training program represents a genuine opportunity for students to acquire the practical experience and skills required in the modern workplace. He explained that TITAN Cement Group places great emphasis on qualifying young people and investing in their capabilities, considering them a fundamental pillar of future development. He added that the program enables students to gain insight into various production processes and technologies used within the plants, thereby enhancing their professional readiness and increasing their prospects of securing distinguished employment opportunities after graduation.
Eng. Hazem Hassan also affirmed the continued support of TITAN Cement Group for joint training and academic programs with Beni Suef University, in a manner that contributes to achieving sustainable development goals and strengthens the role of industrial institutions in supporting education and scientific research. He stressed the importance of continuing cooperation between the two sides to prepare qualified cadres capable of contributing to advancing development and serving the community.