An Impressive Track Record: Moustafa Youssef’s Research in Location Detection Technology Hailed Globally
Moustafa Youssef, professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, has made considerable strides in his research on employing mobile devices for location tracking technology — gaining recognition from top educational and scientific institutions, as well as major tech companies.
Students Engage in Experiential Learning as Part of AUC Innovation Hub, Mountain View Design Thinking Challenge
Undergraduate and graduate students gathered to tackle the second official AUC-Mountain View Design Thinking challenge, an event born out of a partnership between AUC Innovation Hub, real estate developer Mountain View and the Center for Learning and Teaching.
An Artistic Take on Egyptian History: Meet Alumna Yasmine El Dorghamy
Yasmine El Dorghamy ’00 was something of an unofficial Egyptian diplomat before she even graduated from college. The daughter of an actual diplomat, El Dorghamy lived in five different countries before coming to AUC to complete her undergraduate degree. In every place she touched down — Japan, Greece, Turkey, Mexico — people wanted her to tell them about Egypt.
E7na Initiative Partners With AUC For 2nd Annual Anti-Sexual Harassment Summit
After a highly successful virtual launch of the E7na summit in 2020, AUC alum Dania Younis ‘12, co-founder of the E7na initiative, has partnered with AUC to expand the second edition of the summit’s reach beyond the computer screen and into Ewart Memorial Hall at AUC Tahrir Square.
AUC Faculty, Alumni Help Produce Two New Plays on Legendary Singers Abdel Halim and Umm Kalthoum During Riyadh Season
John Hoey, associate professor of practice in the Department of the Arts; Salma Hussein '20, a film major and digital media minor; Laila Ghoneim '20, an English and comparative literature major with a minor in theatre; and Sarah El Shazly '19, a double major in theatre and integrated marketing communication, led and assisted production teams for two major plays released this year.
Take AUC’s 2021 Anti-Sexual Harassment Survey, Learn About Last Year’s Results
The SpeakUp initiative, launched last year, sought to raise awareness of sexual harassment inside and outside AUC by supporting national efforts, in particular as they relate to college campuses.
Remembering Mahmoud El Lozy
The loss of Professor Emeritus Mahmoud El Lozy has left AUC community members overcome by grief. Though the collective wound El Lozy's departure left is still raw for many, AUC has also been blessed with an outpour of special memories of the cherished professor.
Professor Mustafa Arafa Awarded for Years of Research on Sustainable Energy Harvesting
As the need for renewable energy sources becomes more dire, AUC Professor Mustafa Arafa’s research in low-cost, sustainable energy harvesting has become all the more crucial.
In Photos: Van Leo's Legacy Exhibition
An exhibition honoring the legendary photographer Van Leo is taking place now through February 20, 2022 at the Future Gallery in AUC Tahrir Square. Photos courtesy of Mohamed Ashour
AUC Graphic Design Grads Shine at Dubai Design Week's MENA Grad Show
From applications that support dementia patients and promote the upcycling of biodegradable materials to anti-air pollution kits and a board game that educates players on internet privacy, four fresh graduates from AUC showcased their work on the international stage at Dubai Design Week's MENA Grad Show.
'Gossip Men' by Professor Christopher Elias Peers Into the Past Through Unique Lens
In his debut book Gossip Men, historian Christopher Elias, assistant professor of history at AUC, examines a crucial period of change in the history of American politics from an uncommon yet fascinating perspective – gossip.
Faculty, Student Research on Strengthening Ceramics Published in Top-Tier Academic Journal
Mostafa Youssef, assistant professor of computational materials science and engineering in AUC's Department of Mechanical Engineering, and Mohamed Abdallah '21, a double major in mechanical engineering and physics, have published their research on an innovative technique for making ceramics more durable in the prestigious Phy
Demystifying the Coronavirus Community Dashboard
As part of AUC’s ongoing efforts to mitigate the risks of COVID-19 and provide a safe campus community, the University developed the Coronavirus Community Dashboard to provide useful data for the community.
AUC Central Hub for Screenings, Experiential Learning in First Official Partnership with Cairo International Film Festival
Since last week, AUC Tahrir Square has been abuzz with the excitement of the 43rd edition of the Cairo International Film Festival. This year is the first official AUC-CIFF collaboration that will present students and festival goers with a central hub for screenings, workshops and other activities.
Nine AUC Faculty Members Named Among Top 2% Impactful Scientists Globally
For the second year in a row, AUC faculty members have been named among the top 2% of the world's most impactful scientists by Stanford University and Elsevier.
