As part of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tanta University’s commitment to developing the professional and digital skills of faculty members, assistant staff, and students, the faculty’s Training Unit organized a seminar entitled “Personal Branding & LinkedIn Optimization” on Sunday, October 25, 2026. The seminar aimed to enhance participants’ professional and digital skills and raise their awareness of the importance of developing a strong digital professional identity and leveraging LinkedIn to advance their academic and professional careers.

   The seminar was held under the patronage of Prof. Mona Abdel Hamid Al-Aassar, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tanta University, and Prof. Shereen Farouk Hammad, Vice Dean for Community Service and Environmental Development. It was coordinated by Asst. Prof. Walaa Ahmed Negm, Director of the faculty’s Training Unit.

   The seminar addressed several key topics, including the concept of personal branding and its importance in highlighting individual strengths and professional distinction; the fundamentals of creating an attractive, professional LinkedIn profile; effective ways to present academic qualifications, experience, skills, and achievements; the importance of creating professional and academic networks; and how to use the platform to showcase expertise, expand networking opportunities, and support professional growth.

   The seminar is part of the Faculty of Pharmacy at Tanta University’s ongoing efforts to promote professional development and digital transformation, enhance the capabilities of its members, and strengthen their academic and professional profiles. These efforts also aim to help them keep pace with labor market demands and the rapid changes taking place in higher education.

10/28/2026