November 18, 2025

The Faculty of Nursing at Assiut University organized its second Employment Day on Tuesday, 18 November, under the theme “Seeking an International Job Opportunity.” The event targeted undergraduate, internship-year, and graduate students and was held under the patronage of Professor Ahmed El-Minshawy, President of Assiut University, and under the supervision of Professor Mohamed Ahmed Ali Adawy, Vice President for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs; Professor Fatma Roshdy, Dean of the Faculty; and Professor Nahid Shawkat, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development Affairs.

The event was attended by Professor Ikram Ibrahim, Vice Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research; Dr. Mohamed Suleiman, Director of the University Career Development Center; and Professor Ihsan Gaber, Professor of Nursing Administration at the Faculty, in addition to a number of faculty members and teaching assistants.

Professor El-Minshawy affirmed that the university places great importance on supporting its graduates and preparing them to enter the labor market both locally and internationally. He noted that organizing this event reflects the Faculty of Nursing’s ongoing efforts to connect its students and graduates with real employment opportunities inside and outside Egypt, adding that introducing international opportunities broadens graduates’ horizons and enhances their global competitiveness.

For his part, Professor Adawy praised the excellent organization of the Employment Day, commending the efforts made by the faculty to prepare students with strong nursing skills that enable them to perform their duties efficiently. He emphasized that the Faculty of Nursing is among the faculties that receive significant attention from the university administration due to its vital role in providing qualified professionals for both local and international healthcare sectors.

In her address, Professor Fatma Roshdy affirmed the faculty’s commitment to organizing an Employment Day that keeps pace with rapid changes in the job market. She encouraged students and graduates to take full advantage of the expertise presented during the event and to continue developing their skills in line with the Faculty of Nursing’s distinguished reputation in Egypt.

Professor Nahid Shawkat explained that the Employment Day program included two scientific sessions featuring a number of specialized lectures. These sessions provided students and graduates with insights into the skills required and the employment opportunities available at both the local and international levels, thereby expanding their professional prospects.