Prof. Sherif Mohamed Sabry
El-Attar, Acting President of Fayoum University and Vice President for
Education and Student Affairs, inaugurated an art exhibition titled "A
Tale of Paper" (Hikayat Waraq), created by first-year students from the
Faculty of Specific Education. The exhibition was held under the supervision of
Prof. Assem Fouad El-Essawy, Supervisor of the Community Service and
Environmental Development Sector. The opening was attended by Prof. Hany
Abdel-Badea, Dean of the Faculty; Prof. Shaimaa Youssef, Vice Dean for
Community Service and Environmental Development; Prof. Heba El-Shoushany, Vice
Dean for Postgraduate Studies and Research; as well as the exhibition
organizers—Dr. Rehab Tawfiq, Dr. Israa Ali Hassan, and Ms. Somaya
El-Rabat—along with several faculty members and students. The event took place
today, Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the Faculty.
Prof. Sherif El-Attar emphasized
the University’s commitment to encouraging students to engage in all forms of
art and to cultivate their creative talents, noting the pioneering role of the
Faculty of Specific Education and the excellence of its graduates in this
field.
Prof. Hany Abdel-Badea explained
that the exhibition features paper-based artworks by first-year students,
created by shaping colored paper through techniques such as folding, rolling,
and three-dimensional modeling. The pieces are inspired by elements of nature
and Islamic art.
Prof. Shaimaa Youssef added that
the exhibition is part of the Faculty’s efforts to develop students' skills,
refine their artistic abilities, and bridge the gap between theoretical
knowledge and practical application. It also provides an opportunity for
students from different academic years to exchange experiences. During the
opening, the artworks on display were examined. Prof. Sherif El-Attar took the
opportunity to engage with the students, discussing the nature of their work,
the methods employed in their creation, and the techniques utilized—all of
which reflected a high level of quality and sophistication in the exhibits.
