Youssef, Tamer
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The Story of Struggle and Hope: Narrative Accounts of Female STEM Students in Egyptian Higher Education Youssef, Tamer; Ahmet, Dina; Sayed, Yasser
Journal Emerging Technologies in Education Vol. 3 No. 3 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Pendidikan Islam Daarut Thufulah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jete.v3i3.2236

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Baground. Women in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fields in Egypt continue to face persistent structural and socio-cultural challenges, despite policy efforts to promote gender equity in higher education. The experiences of female STEM students remain underrepresented in scholarly discourse, particularly from an emic, narrative perspective. Purpose. This study aims to explore the lived experiences, challenges, and aspirations of female undergraduate STEM students in Egyptian universities through narrative inquiry.Method. Drawing on in-depth, semi-structured interviews with 20 participants from three major public institutions, the research documents personal accounts of gender-based obstacles, including societal expectations, institutional biases, and limited access to mentorship. Thematic narrative analysis revealed two dominant storylines: struggle against systemic barriers and hope grounded in academic identity, family support, and peer solidarity.Results. Findings reveal two dominant narrative arcs: “struggle”-characterized by marginalization, institutional neglect, and gender bias-and “hope”-rooted in academic identity, peer solidarity, and personal resilience. Participants employed strategies such as informal mentorship, emotional self-regulation, and counter-stereotypical performance to navigate male-dominated academic spaces.Conclusion. The study concludes that while structural inequalities persist, female students actively construct pathways of persistence, agency, and transformation within STEM fields. These findings provide valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and institutional leaders aiming to foster inclusive and supportive environments in STEM education.
Modern Mosque Architecture and its Impact on Islamic Identity: A Study of Mosques in European Countries Putra, Sudarmadi; Youssef, Tamer; Ahmed, Dina; Jasafat, Jasafat
Journal of Noesantara Islamic Studies Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Yayasan Adra Karima Hubbi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.70177/jnis.v2i2.1850

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The increasing presence of Islam in Europe has led to the emergence of modern mosque architecture, raising questions about its impact on Islamic identity. This study examines how modern architectural styles influence the perception and experience of Islamic identity within European Muslim communities. This research aims to analyze the architectural features of selected modern mosques in Europe and explore how these features interact with the construction and negotiation of Islamic identity among worshippers. Employing a qualitative research methodology, this study conducts case studies of several prominent modern mosques in various European countries. Data collection involves site visits, architectural analysis, and semi-structured interviews with mosque attendees and community leaders. The study analyzes the interplay between modern architectural aesthetics, traditional Islamic architectural elements, and the evolving interpretations of Islamic identity in a European context. Some mosques prioritize minimalist designs and contemporary materials, while others incorporate subtle Islamic motifs within modern frameworks. The study concludes that modern mosque architecture in Europe serves as a dynamic space where Islamic identity is negotiated and expressed in diverse ways, reflecting the complex interplay between tradition, modernity, and the specific socio-cultural contexts of European Muslim communities.