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AUC Computer Science Team Publishes Arab World Research Section for Communications Magazine
In the works since 2019, the first special Arab World Research section has been published in the Association for Computing Machinery magazine, Communications of the ACM.
Construction Team Makes Use of Contaminated Masks, Gloves in Concrete
With the spread of the COVID-19 pandemic, millions of used and contaminated face masks and gloves were being disposed improperly, leading to a possible risk of spreading the virus. "Additionally, some individuals, sadly, were picking up these objects and using them again or selling them at a cheaper price, thus endangering the lives of others," said Mohamed Nagib Abou-Zeid, professor of construction engineering.
Campus Conversation: Summer, Fall and COVID-19 Vaccination
Last week's Campus Conversation: Looking Ahead to Summer and Fall covered the mode of instruction for the Summer and Fall semesters, COVID-19 updates in the University and Egypt and an upcoming AUC vaccination program. Here are the main takeaways:
AUC in Motion
AUC Student Clubs: The Psychology Association
April 25, The Psychology Association's team members talk to us about the work they put into raising awareness about psychology and mental health topics, and how they've made the most out of the online switch during the pandemic to expand their reach and impact within the community.
AUC Campus Conversation: Looking Ahead to Summer and Fall
April 24, A campus conversation focusing on the Summer and Fall modes of instruction, COVID-19 updates and other general University updates.
Magdy Shahir Abdel Sayed '15 Success Story
April 21, Interview with Magdy Shahir Abdel Sayed '15 sharing with us his post graduation life achievements, reflecting on his days at AUC and giving advices to students with disabilities. Magdy currently is a Motivational Speaker, Ambassador to Helm Foundation and Student Life Director at RBIS.
Happening@AUC
Faculty in The Media
Salima Ikram (YAB '86)
Ahmed Moustafa talks about his work in sequencing the COVID-19 virus and tracing it in this Nature Middle East article.
Salima Ikram (YAB '86)
Salima Ikram (YAB '86) talks to Newsweek about the recently discovered ancient Egyptian tombs that date back to pre-Pharaonic times.
Maha Bali '01
Maha Bali '01 writes about how to build communities in courses, both online and in-person for Al-Fanar Media.
#MAKINGAUCPROUD
The AUC Eagles football and swim teams earned second place in the Fifth Sector Tournament, and athlete Jude Maher achieved second place in the hurdles event of the National Track and Field Tournament for Universities.
Associate Professor Wael Mamdouh's startup company NANO-Fib-TECH recently won a Japanese startup competition. The company develops eco-friendly disinfectants and sanitizers that don't contain alcohol or other harsh chemicals.
Kim Fox, professor of practice of journalism and mass communication, was awarded the Best of Competition award in the International Faculty Audio category for her short-form audio piece, "One Day in January 2011."
People of AUC
As a refugee living in Egypt for around eight years and working many different jobs, I feel that my experience, knowledge, and skills will allow me to succeed in this major, and maybe someday, I will be able to offer something that can help migrants and refugees around the world.
Wasim Alaa Eldin
A Fellowship Student in Tomorrow’s Leaders Graduate program in migration and refugee studies
