AUC Statements
August 16, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Appointment of Dr. Mohamad Al-Ississ as Dean of GAPP
I am delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Mohamad Al-Ississ as Dean of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP), effective September 15, 2026. This appointment is the culmination of an extensive international search that attracted an outstanding pool of candidates from around the world.
August 2, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Appointment of the Associate Provost for Innovation and Entrepreneurship
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Ayman Ismail as associate provost for innovation and entrepreneurship, effective August 1, 2026.
August 2, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Appointment of the Assistant Provost for Innovative Learning Experiences
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Karim Wissa as assistant provost for innovative learning experiences, effective September 15, 2026.
July 1, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Appointment of Ambassador Aly Erfan as the Interim Dean of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP)
I am very pleased to announce that Ambassador Aly Erfan has graciously accepted my invitation to serve as the Interim Dean of the School of Global Affairs and Public Policy (GAPP).
June 11, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Appointment of the Next Associate Provost for Enrollment Management
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Ammar Baig as Associate Provost for Enrollment Management at The American University in Cairo, effective August 1, 2026.
June 4, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Appointment of the Next Dean of HUSS
I am delighted to share that, following an extensive global search, Maurice Pomerantz has been appointed as the next dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences (HUSS) at AUC.
June 3, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: End of Academic Year Message
I hope you had a restful break last week and that those celebrating Eid al-Adha had a joyful holiday with friends and family — a welcome break from final exam season. As the academic year draws to a close, we prepare for the commencement ceremonies, the most momentous event in a university’s life.
April 20, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: Energy Saving Measures
In line with recent government directives, and as part of our shared commitment to using resources responsibly, we invite everyone in our community to take part in a few simple energy-saving practices. These small actions, when done collectively, can have a meaningful impact.
April 7, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: Update on Current Events
Many of you may have heard media reports in the past couple of weeks about the targeting of regional American universities in retaliation for strikes against universities in Iran. Earlier today, US embassies across the region, including the embassy in Cairo, alerted Americans to these threats and advised caution.
March 11, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: 2026 President’s Service Excellence Award
I am pleased to announce the start of this year's President's Service Excellence Award program that recognizes and celebrates outstanding service among AUC staff members.
March 5, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: New Appointment of Mr. Jonathan French as Senior Director of IPSO
I am pleased to announce that Mr. Jonathan French has been appointed as the new senior director of our International Programs and Services Office (IPSO), as of March 1st, 2026.
March 4, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: Current Regional Situation
All of us have been following the rapidly unfolding war. While our lives here in Cairo continue without disruption, we are all experiencing the toll of the loss of life and uncertainty in our region.
February 16, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: Spring 2026 Updates
Welcome to the spring semester. I hope the start of the term finds you energized, focused and ready to engage in the many opportunities that lie ahead.
February 1, 2026
From: AUC President
Subject: Appointment of the Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations
I am pleased to announce the appointment of Farah Kashlan as Vice President for Institutional Advancement and Alumni Relations.
January 6, 2026
From: AUC Provost
Subject: Condolences: Professor Emeritus Steffen Stelzer
I am saddened to share with you that Professor Emeritus Dr. Steffen Stelzer passed away. Prior to his retirement in 2021, professor Stelzer devoted over 40 years of his life to serving AUC and its students.