Benha University President Receives Report on Disciplinary Council Cases for 2024/2025 Academic Year

Prof. Nasser El-Gizawy, President of Benha University, received a comprehensive report on disciplinary cases adjudicated by the university's disciplinary councils during the 2024/2025 academic year.
Findings from the Report:
1. Faculty Disciplinary Council:
• 17 cases reviewed.
• 9 convictions (penalties: warnings, reprimands, and dismissals).
• 1 acquittal.
• 7 cases still pending.
2. Non-Faculty Staff Disciplinary Council:
• 35 cases reviewed.
• 21 convictions (penalties: warnings, salary deductions, and terminations).
• 2 acquittals.
• 12 cases still pending.
3. Student Disciplinary Councils:
• Primary Student Council: 750 convictions issued.
• Appellate Student Council: 556 rulings (upholding or reducing penalties from the primary council).
Prof. El-Gizawy's Statement:
• Emphasized Benha University's dedication to transparency, accountability, and good governance, ensuring equal application of laws and regulations for all members.
• Highlighted disciplinary councils as legal mechanisms to balance institutional discipline with individual rights, fostering a fair educational environment.
• Stressed the councils' dual role in deterring misconduct and promoting reform, while maintaining academic and ethical standards.
Strategic Insights:
• Disciplinary councils are critical for upholding institutional integrity and aligning with Egypt's sustainable development goals (SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions). • The university's approach reflects a global trend in higher education to prioritize ethical governance and student accountability.
• Future plans include enhancing training for council members to ensure rulings are both firm and equitable.