Department of English Language and Literature at BUE

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Outstanding Student Ushers

As we reflect on the success of our conference, we would like to extend our sincere appreciation to the wonderful students of the Department of English Language and Literature who served as our conference ushers.

Your diligence, sense of responsibility, professionalism, and unwavering dedication played a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the event. From welcoming guests and assisting presenters to providing support behind the scenes, you represented the department and the Faculty of Arts and Humanities with excellence.

What impressed us most was not only your hard work but also your enthusiasm, teamwork, and commitment to making every participant feel welcomed and supported.

We are incredibly proud of you and grateful for your efforts. You have truly set an example of student leadership and service.

Thank you for being the best ambassadors of our department and for contributing to the success of the conference.

The British University in Egypt-Research Centre for Irish Studies
Embassy of Ireland, Cairo

Become an Arts Ambassador!

Would you like to make a difference in the experience of our international students while developing your leadership, communication, and intercultural skills?

As an Arts Ambassador, you will be expected to participate for a minimum of 2 weeks during our 4-week programme and support our international guests through the following activities:

✨ Welcome and assist international students during the **Induction Day**

✨ Help international students navigate campus and settle into university life
🏫 On campus (at least 2 days per week)

✨ Join our cultural trips every Wednesday

🚌 Transportation and tickets are fully covered

✨ Coordinate group communications and help build a friendly and supportive community

Most importantly, you will be responsible for ensuring that our international students feel welcomed, safe, and at home during their stay at BUE.

This is a fantastic opportunity to represent the Faculty of Arts and Humanities, make new international friends, and gain valuable experience in cultural exchange and student leadership.

Interested? We'd love to hear from you!

A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Presenters

As we reflect on the success of our conference, we would like to extend our sincere gratitude to all our presenters for their invaluable contributions.

Your insightful research, engaging discussions, and thoughtful perspectives enriched the conference experience and helped foster meaningful dialogue across disciplines and cultures.

Thank you for sharing your expertise, inspiring new ideas, and contributing to the vibrant conversations that brought together Global North and Global South perspectives.

We are honored to have had you with us and look forward to future opportunities for collaboration.

Thank you for being an essential part of our conference's success.

The British University in Egypt-Research Centre for Irish Studies
The British University in Egypt
Embassy of Ireland, Cairo

The international conference Global North and Global South Perspectives on Literature, Linguistics, and Translation held 7-8 June 2026 hosted delegates from Italy, USA, Netherlands, Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria, Ghana, Senegal, Turkey, Azerbaijan, India, Ireland, and of course Egypt.

Esteemed professors and colleagues from across Egyptian universities graced the event either as presenters or session chairs. We hosted vast number of representatives from the following 22 Egyptian universities:
1. Arab Academy for Science, Technology & Maritime Transport
2. Ain Shams University
3. Hurghada University
4. Kafrelsheikh University
5. Suez Canal University
6. Tanta University
7. International Higher Institute for Languages and Simultaneous Interpretation
8. October 6 University and Ain Shams University
9. Assiut University
10. Nile University
11. Faculty of Women for Arts, Science, and Education
12. Badr University in Cairo
13. NOVA University Lisbon, hosted by The Knowledge Hub Universities
14. Capital University (formerly Helwan University)
15. Kafrelsheikh University
16. Zagazig University
17. Alexandria University
18. Matrouh University
19. Galala University
20. Badr University in Assiut
21. Fayoum University
22. MSA University

The British University in Egypt-Research Centre for Irish Studies
Embassy of Ireland, Cairo

What an incredible start to an unforgettable conference!

The Conference's Opening Ceremony brought together distinguished scholars, researchers, students, and guests from around the world to launch two inspiring days of dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange. The energy, enthusiasm, and meaningful conversations set the stage for a truly remarkable event.

The Department of English Language and Literature is proud of the success of the conference and grateful to all participants, speakers, partners, and attendees who contributed to making this gathering such a memorable experience.

As we celebrate this achievement, we look forward to continuing the conversations that bridge perspectives, connect communities, and inspire new ideas across the Global North and Global South.

The British University in Egypt-Research Centre for Irish Studies

🎉 The wait is over!

We are delighted to share Day 1 Programme of the Global North and Global South Perspectives on Literature, Linguistics, and Translation Conference.

Join us for a day of inspiring keynote speeches, engaging academic discussions, thought-provoking presentations, and valuable networking opportunities with scholars and researchers from around the world.

This is just the beginning of an unforgettable journey of knowledge exchange, collaboration, and global perspectives.

The British University in Egypt-Research Centre for Irish Studies

Join us for an inspiring global gathering of scholars, researchers, and students at the International Conference on Global North and Global South Perspectives on Literature, Linguistics, and Translation.

Full programme is now available on the conference's website:
https://old.bue.edu.eg/global-north-and-global-south-perspectives-on-literature-linguistics-and-translation-conference-7-8-june-2026/

The British University in Egypt
The British University in Egypt-Research Centre for Irish Studies

We are pleased to announce that the award-winning film *Spring Came on Laughing* (دخل الربيع يضحك) will be featured as part of our conference programme. Through four chapters, the film explores the tension between social expectations and raw reality. The movie is a cinematic masterclass in storytelling and it was awarded the FIPRESCI Award and the Henry Barakat Award.

Join us at the Global North and Global South Conference on 7–8 June for a special screening, followed by a discussion and Q&A session with the filmmakers.