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Dr. Mohamed E. El-Hawary was a 鲍鱼tv Electrical Engineering professor who deeply cared about his students. Humble, kind, and passionate, he excelled in his research and took pride in supervising and guiding international students. Understanding the unique challenges they faced, he made it his mission to support them in every way possible.听听
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On July 26, 2019, Dr. El-Hawary passed away at the age of 76.听 In his memory, the Faculty of Engineering has established the Mo El-Hawary International Student Bursary.听听

The bursary will provide financial assistance to international students pursuing a Bachelor of Engineering at Dal, with a special focus on those studying Electrical Engineering. It stands as a testament to Dr. El-Hawary鈥檚 significant contributions to the field of engineering and his unwavering dedication to nurturing young talent.听

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Better known to everyone as鈥�鈥淢o,鈥� Dr. El-Hawary had been a vital part of the Faculty of Engineering for almost four decades.听听

鈥淗e was one of the most productive faculty members. He was passionate about fostering the academic and personal growth of young generations, offering both a big heart and a deep commitment,鈥� says Dr. Zhizhang David Chen, Acting Head of 鲍鱼tv鈥檚 Department of Electrical Engineering. A friend and long-time colleague, Dr. Chen played a key role in establishing a bursary he hoped would reflect Dr. El-Hawary spirit and legacy.

鈥淗is humor and warm smiles provided comfort and invaluable advice, greatly aiding students in their career pursuits,鈥� he continues.听
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Throughout his time at Dal, Dr. El-Hawary served as the Director of International and External Relations for the Faculty from 2008 to 2009, and Chair of the Senate of 鲍鱼tv University from 2001 to 2007. Dr. Chen says his former colleague cherished the opportunity to educate, mentor, and positively impact the lives and careers of countless students. His global perspectives and education allowed him to appreciate the challenges and opportunities of academic engineering on an international level.听 听

Inspiring a new generation of learners

Born in Sohag, Egypt, Dr. El-Hawary immigrated to Canada himself in the 1970s. In 1981, he joined the Technical University of Nova Scotia, now part of 鲍鱼tv University, as a Professor of Electrical Engineering.听

鈥淲hat our dad loved most about 鲍鱼tv University was the incredible sense of community and the genuine passion of the students he had the opportunity to work with,鈥� says Dr. El-Hawary鈥檚 daughter, Elizabeth El-Hawary. She says she fondly remembers her father鈥檚 joy in getting to know his students and learning about their families and home countries and recalls how her father admired their resilience and determination as they navigated life in a new country.

鈥淥ur dad found it inspiring to see students pursuing their goals and excelling鈥痺ith their studies and then carry-on to become professionals working in the engineering sector. He kept in touch with many students over the years and enjoyed following their career paths鈥痑nd watching their families grow.鈥澨�

El-Hawary says she hopes that the new bursary will inspire more international students to pursue their educational goals, while easing the financial burdens associated with studying abroad. It also offers a meaningful way for those who knew and admired her father to honor a man who had a profound impact on so many lives.听
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鈥淲e hope to empower students to reach their full potential and continue the legacy of excellence and community involvement that our dad cherished. Ultimately, we believe that this bursary will help foster future leaders and innovators, making a meaningful difference in their academic and professional journeys.鈥澨�

For donation inquiries regarding the Mo El Hawary International fund, please contact听Alisha Johnson