A panel discussion on artificial intelligence at Babagurgur University

Under the chairmanship of Professor Dr. Mohsen Omar, and in collaboration with the University of Kirkuk, babagurgur University organized a distinguished dialogue seminar on 15/9/2025, which lasted for six hours and addressed the latest developments in the field of artificial intelligence and its rapidly expanding applications in various domains.

The seminar was attended by a group of prominent figures and academics, aimed at enhancing the role of universities in keeping pace with the digital technology revolution and employing it to serve scientific research and society.

This meeting served as an effective platform for exchanging visions and ideas about the challenges and opportunities presented by artificial intelligence and opened new horizons for research and practical collaboration between universities.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Ako Saber Kaky Ako Saber Kaky 5 90
2 YAASEEN NORY MAHMUD YAASEEN NORY MAHMUD 5 90
3 HELLO ALI HAMA HELLO ALI HAMA 5 90
4 SHABAZ ALAN OMAR SHABAZ ALAN OMAR 5 90
5 ASMAA ABDULKAREEM ABDULLAH ASMAA ABDULKAREEM ABDULLAH 5 90

On September 10, 2026, under the slogan “Zakat of Knowledge is Our Duty,” the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, in coordination with Cihan Institute of Erbil, organized a seminar delivered by Prof. Dr. Karim Sharif Qarachatan titled: “Building a Modern Pedagogical Relationship Between Teachers and Students.” The event was held in the hall of Cihan Institute for the institute’s faculty and students, in the presence of Dr. Ali Karim Al-Zamin, Administrative Director of the Zakat Al-Ilm Organization, and Mr. Hiwa Mohammed, Director of Cihan Institute. During the session, he discussed the role of teachers and effective ways of engaging with students, concluding the seminar with an open Q&A session for the attendees.

On, June 27, 2026, in an academic ceremony attended by the Head of the Department and all faculty members, the “Scientific Zakat” training course titled “Foundation of Microbiology” was successfully concluded. The course was organized and delivered by the faculty members, Asst. Lect. Hozan Qasim and Asst. Lect. Sherwan Hussein.

During the ceremony, certificates of participation were presented to the attendees. Furthermore, the department’s presidency commended the instructors and wished the participants continued success in their educational journey and the development of their practical and hands-on skills.

As part of the ongoing activities of the Technology and Artificial Intelligence Course and within the framework of volunteer services provided by the “Zakāt al-Ilm” Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, Mr. Bilal Hikmat Rasheed presented a lecture on August 9, 2026. The session focused on the importance of technology and artificial intelligence and their impact on various fields of work, aiming to develop and enhance the skills of the participants, who are staff members of the Khani Cultural and Media Center.