8/11/2026
Under the patronage of H.E. Prof. Dr. Abdel Aziz Konsowa, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research; H.E. Prof. Dr. Yahya Zakaria Eid, President of Kafr El-Sheikh University; and Prof. Dr. Ismail Ismail Ibrahim, Vice President of the University for Postgraduate Studies and Research, and under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Naglaa Hosny El-Ashraf, Dean of the Faculty of Specific Education, Kafr El-Sheikh University, and President of the Conference, and Prof. Dr. Wagida Nasr Hammad, Vice Dean of the Faculty for Postgraduate Studies and Research and Conference Rapporteur, the Fifth International Scientific Conference of the Faculty featured a series of exhibitions organized by the Department of Home Economics, showcasing outstanding student creations that demonstrated the integration of scientific knowledge, artistic skills, and productive capabilities, in line with the conference theme:
“Integrating Specific Sciences and Artificial Intelligence to Anticipate the Future in Light of Sustainable Development.”
The exhibitions presented a diverse collection of works and products created by female students from all four academic years, reflecting the progressive development of their skills and practical experience throughout their studies. The exhibits demonstrated their ability to transform ideas and designs into products characterized by precision, aesthetic appeal, and functional value, providing a tangible representation of the outcomes of specific education and its role in fostering creativity and preparing graduates capable of professional engagement and productive work.
The exhibited works encompassed a wide range of areas, including clothing design and production, textile crafts, various embroidery techniques, household artistic crafts, and innovative designs, in addition to products related to nutrition and food sciences. The exhibition also featured works related to housing management and interior design, including decorative pieces, ornamental plants, and concepts for organizing and enhancing the home environment. These contributions highlighted the richness of the Department’s specializations and their integrated role in serving families and society.
The Department’s participation was coordinated through the Home Economics Exhibition Committee, chaired by Prof. Dr. Lamia Lotfy El-Sadeq, Head of the Department of Home Economics, with Prof. Dr. Enas El-Fawakhry serving as Committee Coordinator. The Committee’s membership included Prof. Dr. Ghada Omar; Assistant Prof. Dr. Shaimaa Shatara; Assistant Lecturer Mona Mahmoud; Assistant Lecturer Yasmin Abdel Basset Abdel Aziz; Ms. Hala Mohamed Bayoumi Haroun; Ms. Shaimaa Khodr Ibrahim Hussein; and Ms. Shaimaa Ramadan Ramadan Daoud.
The Committee’s efforts focused on supporting the students, enhancing their practical skills, and presenting their creative output in a manner that reflects the Department’s academic and applied standards.
Prof. Dr. Naglaa Hosny El-Ashraf, Dean of the Faculty of Specific Education, Kafr El-Sheikh University and President of the Conference, expressed her pride in the students’ creative achievements and the skills, precision, and aesthetic awareness reflected in their work. She emphasized that the true value of specific education lies in students’ ability to transform what they learn into useful works and products that respond to community needs, while opening new horizons for employment, production, and the establishment of their own entrepreneurial projects.
She further emphasized that supporting student talents and providing opportunities to showcase their work are fundamental pillars for building students’ confidence in their abilities and promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship. She commended the efforts of faculty members, associate faculty members, and the exhibition committee in mentoring the students, following up on their work, and strengthening the connection between academic study, practical application, and labor-market requirements.
The exhibitions also reflected the Department’s commitment to raising awareness of the value of available resources and materials, promoting their efficient utilization, and encouraging the production of works with aesthetic, functional, and economic value. Such practices are aligned with the objectives of sustainable development and contribute to promoting a culture of small-scale entrepreneurship and responsible production.
The participation of the Department of Home Economics conveyed a clear message: investing in students’ skills is an investment in talents capable of creating new opportunities. From an idea taking shape inside the classroom, to a product bearing its creator’s distinctive identity, the exhibitions embodied the mission of the Faculty of Specific Education to prepare graduates equipped with knowledge, skills, creativity, and the capacity to contribute effectively to community development.