Beyond the scientist, the man: UEMF pays tribute to Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi

In an atmosphere filled with emotion, gratitude and deep admiration, Euromed University of Fes held a ceremony in tribute to Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi, Vice-President in charge of the University Technology Center of UEMF, to honor a remarkable career dedicated to science, higher education and the transmission of knowledge.

This gathering brought together the university community, scientific personalities, colleagues, former students and relatives of Prof. Bounahmidi for an exceptional moment, where testimonies, memories and tributes revealed the depth of a journey shaped by excellence, rigor and a constant commitment to knowledge.

At the opening of this ceremony, Prof. Mostapha Bousmina, President of Euromed University of Fes, delivered a particularly moving speech, sharing with the audience personal memories linked to the beginnings of his friendship with Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi. Beyond the tribute to the eminent scientist and academician, his address revealed the strength of a human relationship built over the years, nourished by esteem, trust and a shared vision of the fundamental role of science and innovation.

One of the most striking moments of this ceremony was undoubtedly the testimony of Mrs. Lamiae Bounahmidi, daughter of Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi. With deep sincerity and palpable emotion, she gave the perspective of a daughter on a father whose path was guided by a love of knowledge, the pursuit of excellence, generosity and transmission. A powerful testimony that allowed, beyond the recognized scientific figure, the discovery of a man of values, deeply attached to humanity and driven by the desire to contribute to the flourishing of future generations.

The testimonies of members of the Hassan II Academy of Sciences and Techniques, his colleagues from the Mohammadia School of Engineers and his former students then resonated as marks of collective recognition. Through their speeches, they evoked a passionate teacher, a committed researcher, a attentive mentor and a personality whose impact goes far beyond academic achievements.

Each intervention thus recalled Prof. Bounahmidi’s lasting imprint: in research spaces, within the institutions he supported, among his collaborators and above all among the many generations of students he trained and inspired.

Taking the floor in turn, Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi offered a moment of great authenticity, sharing with the audience the formative stages of his journey, the convictions that guided his commitment and his vision of the essential role of science, education and innovation in the development of societies.

The ceremony concluded with the presentation of an honorary astrolabe to Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi, a deeply evocative symbol of the quest for knowledge, scientific exploration and the transmission of knowledge. Through this tribute, Euromed University of Fes expressed its deep gratitude to a personality whose commitment, vision and contributions have left a lasting mark on the academic community.

Far more than a tribute ceremony, this gathering was a moment of remembrance, gratitude and collective celebration. It highlighted a career where scientific excellence has always been expressed in a remarkable human dimension. Prof. Tijani Bounahmidi’s legacy, carried by his work, his teachings and the generations he inspired, will continue to be passed on by those who, in turn, uphold the values of knowledge, commitment and excellence.