Accounting Department Students at Cihan University-Erbil: A Volunteer Initiative to Promote Environmental Awareness

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November 27, 2025
Civic and Social Responsibility Initiatives, Community Engagement and Collaboration
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On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, fourth-year students from the Accounting Department at Cihan University-Erbil undertook a volunteer initiative by visiting Al-Zahraa Secondary School for Girls to promote environmental awareness and contribute to increasing green spaces. The visit supervisors Dr. Ibrahim Hussein and Assistant Lecturer Raz Azad Jalal, along with the students, were warmly received by the school principal, Ms. Shahwanam Janki Mustafa, and several teachers. The school administrator expressed deep appreciation for this initiative, emphasizing its role in strengthening collaboration between the academic community and the local society.

During the visit, the students actively participated in planting trees and flowers in the school gardens, aiming to enhance the school environment and raise awareness about the importance of greenery. This initiative sought to improve the city’s aesthetic appeal and contribute to environmental sustainability in Erbil. Beyond its environmental impact, the activity also fostered stronger connections between the academic and local communities, highlighting Cihan University-Erbil’s commitment to supporting volunteer initiatives and engaging in community service.

Such activities helped cultivate teamwork and initiative among the students while reinforcing the concept of social responsibility. They not only contributed to environmental conservation but also enriched the students’ practical experiences and life skills. Additionally, the visit gave them the opportunity to connect academic knowledge with real-world applications, emphasizing the significance of volunteer work in achieving sustainable development.

Volunteers

#	Name	Duration	Credits
1	RAZ AZAD JALAL	2	90
2	Cihan University – Erbil	2	90
3	Ibrahim Hussen Ahmad	2	90

Health Awareness and Community Empowerment

The Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation continues its development and awareness program.

On 1/14/2026, the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation continued its human development and awareness course, with the participation of faculty members from colleges and scientific departments, and under the supervision of a select group of professors and specialists in the fields of psychology, health, language, and modern teaching methods.
On the second day of the course:

1. Professor Dr. Ahmed Abdul Karim, a faculty member in the Department of General Education, delivered a lecture on artificial intelligence and its relationship to the educational process and its outcomes.

2. Assistant Professor Dr. Bala Chandran also delivered a lecture on the role of the English language in globalization and knowledge exchange.

International Academic Collaboration and Research Exchange

Cihan University–Duhok at an International Panel on “Spanish Cinema”

On Monday, December 15, under the directive of the highly respected President of the University and with the initiative of the Cihan University–Duhok Academy, Cihan University–Duhok participated in the 12th Duhok International Film Festival. The participation included( Dr. Ahmed Abdulkarim Shaaban), a professor in the Department of General Education, (Shiyan Mahdi Abdulrahman), the Academic Coordinator of Cihan University–Duhok, along with a group of faculty members and students. The event featured a special panel titled “Spanish Cinema: History and Challenges,” which was moderated with the participation of four Spanish filmmakers: Séverine Sajous, Ander Iriarte Alvarez, Ruth Armas, and Estefanía Cortés. It is worth mentioning that for several years, Cihan University–Duhok, through its professors, staff, and students, has played an active and influential role in the programs of the Duhok International Film Festival, continually striving to contribute to its development and advancement.

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Business Administration Department Students Participate in Al-Nasr Cultural Book Festival

Under the patronage of Assistant Professor Dr. Qusay H. Al-Salami, a group of fourth-year students from the Business Department at Cihan University-Erbil participated in the Al-Nasr Cultural Book Festival, held at Al-Nasr Secondary School for Girls on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. The festival was organized under the slogan: “The Book is a Window to Knowledge, and Through Reading, We Rise and Advance.”

They were warmly received by the School Principal, Ms. Lina S. Lufta, along with the teaching staff, who emphasized the importance of such initiatives in strengthening ties between educational institutions.

The festival was attended by several educational figures from the Nineveh Governorate Education Directorate, led by Mr. Shaban A. Al-Lahaibi, Director of Specialized Supervision, as well as representatives from Erbil, headed by Mr. Hadi A. Shibl, Director of the Erbil Department, in addition to the teaching staff of Al-Nasr Secondary School. The event featured various artistic and cultural activities highlighting the pivotal role of books in expanding intellectual horizons, along with a joint book exhibition organized by Al-Nasr Secondary School and Cihan University–Erbil. Publications by Cihan University-Erbil attracted significant attention, and attendees raised several inquiries regarding the official recognition of Cihan University and the employment opportunities available to its graduates within federal government institutions in Baghdad.

In his comprehensive response, Dr. Al-Salami clarified that Cihan University-Erbil is officially recognized at all levels and affirmed that its graduates enjoy equal opportunities in the job market, both locally and nationally.

Additionally, he presented several of Cihan University-Erbil’s publications as commemorative gifts to the attending academic figures, symbolizing the spirit of partnership. In turn, they expressed their gratitude to Cihan University-Erbil for its active participation in the event. A number of them were also honored with plaques recognizing Al-Nasr Secondary School’s appreciation for all participants, and Dr. Al-Salami received one of these plaques on behalf of Cihan University.

At the end of the festival, the school principal and teaching staff extended their sincere thanks to the delegation from Cihan University–Erbil for this commendable initiative, which helped clarify the University’s vision for the guests and opened new horizons for a promising academic and professional future.