Rowan University: Egypt Medical Education Partnership

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Rowan University Forges Medical Collaboration with Egyptian Academy, Expanding Global Footprint

Rowan University has established a partnership with the Arab Academy for science, Technology and maritime Transport (AASTMT) in Egypt, a move poised to broaden the university’s international reach and attract a greater number of students from abroad.

Did you know?-Rowan University now has partnerships with institutions in three countries, including Egypt, aiming to increase its global visibility and student diversity.

Rowan’s collaboration with AASTMT, one of Egypt’s largest private universities with approximately 30,000 students representing over 20 nations, signifies a strategic push toward global engagement. The agreement, formalized on November 3, centers initially on the medical school and aims to foster collaboration in medical education and student exchange programs.

Pro tip:-Medical students from both Rowan-Virtua SOM and AASTMT will have opportunities for shadowing experiences in each other’s facilities.

The initiative was spearheaded by Morris Kalliny, Ph.D., Rowan’s Vice President for Global Affairs and Dean of the School of Professional Studies, who has been central to building the university’s international network. “The current MOU is specifically for the medical school,” Kalliny stated. “It lays the groundwork for collaboration in medical education and student exchange.”

The signing ceremony at AASTMT’s El-Alamein campus was also attended by Dr. Richard Jermyn, dean of Rowan-Virtua school of Osteopathic Medicine. Jermyn envisions a future where Egyptian students participate in summer shadowing experiences at Rowan, with reciprocal opportunities for Rowan medical students to gain experience in Egypt.

Reader question:-Why focus on medical education first? AASTMT identified a need for advanced medical technology training for its students,making it a natural starting point for collaboration.

A key focus of the partnership will be addressing disparities in medical education resources. According to Kalliny, medical education in Egypt often faces challenges due to limited access to cutting-edge technology and equipment.To mitigate this, Rowan and AASTMT plan to launch short-term training programs in New Jersey, providing Egyptian students with direct exposure to Rowan’s advanced medical facilities and teaching methodologies.

“In the U.S., and especially at Rowan-Virtua SOM, we’re blessed to not only have the greatest technology for healing and wellness in the world but to be in a position to teach it to our students,” said Rowan-Virtua SOM Dean Richard Jermyn, D.O. “To also be in a position to export our knowledge and to improve healthcare globally is truly gratifying.”

While the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is non-binding, AASTMT is actively promoting the partnership thru social media and other outreach efforts. “Rowan’s name is getting out there,” a senior official noted. “One great benefit is attracting international students who might not otherwise know about us.”

this agreement builds upon two previous MOUs signed by Rowan in 2025, reflecting a broader institutional strategy to establish a significant global presence.Kalliny emphasized that these agreements are not merely symbolic. “MOUs formalize relationships and often lead to collaborative programs like 2+2 undergraduate pathways or 1+1 master’s programs.”

rowan University, currently serving nearly 25,000 students across its multiple campuses in southern New jersey, operates two medical schools and the newly established shreiber School of Veterinary Medicine.The university also aims to expand its existing study abroad program. “We want our students to be global citizens,” Kalliny said. “Exposure to different cultures and ways of thinking helps students navigate cultural differences and broadens their perspectives.”

Looking ahead, rowan anticipates visits from AASTMT’s president and senior administrators. Discussions are also underway with Rowan