Graphic Design Department Students from Cihan University-Erbil Visited the Emirates Autism Center

As part of Cihan University-Erbil’s commitment to supporting humanitarian and community-based activities, the Graphic Design Department organized a field visit to the Emirates Autism Center on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, joined by second-stage students from the same department under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Saja Abdul Hadi.

During the visit, the students distributed gifts to the children, creating an atmosphere filled with joy and happiness. Moreover, they participated in the activities at the center and interacted with the children in the Music Room and Sports Hall, which helped create a unique blend of recreational and educational experiences for the children.

The delegation from Cihan University-Erbil was welcomed by Mr. Shaman Jumaa Nader, the center’s director, who expressed his gratitude and appreciation for this humanitarian initiative. He highlighted its contribution to providing psychological and social support to the children and fostering collaboration between educational institutions and community organizations.

This initiative reflects the Graphic Design Department’s commitment to promoting values of generosity and community engagement among its students, shaping them into socially aware individuals capable of contributing to building a cohesive and harmonious society.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Saja Abdel Hadi Hafez Saja Abdel Hadi Hafez 2 80
2 Cihan University – Erbil Cihan University – Erbil 2 80

On Saturday, 2 April 2026, the Business Administration Department at Cihan University–Erbil conducted a field campaign to remove harmful waste from the surroundings of the Sheikh Turab area. This activity was supervised by Assistant Professor Dr. Hawkar Qasim Pirdawood, Head of the Department of Business Administration, A group of active students from different academic stages in the department also participated.
At the beginning of the campaign, the organizers distributed necessary materials such as gloves, garbage bags, and protective equipment to the students. The students then began cleaning the tourist area with great enthusiasm. Although the area receives many visitors each year, it has been affected by environmental pollution caused by tourist waste. Within a short time, the students cleaned a wide area and removed plastic and other harmful waste.
At the end of the campaign, both teachers and students emphasized the importance of continuing such initiatives. They highlighted that these activities not only help protect the environment of Kurdistan but also strengthen teamwork and promote a sense of civic responsibility among the younger generation.

Within the framework of volunteer work for the Zakat Al-Ilm foundation at Cihan University Sulaimaniyah ,May 1, 2026, The “Towards Excellence” (Baraw Balla Bun) event, organized by Rozh Institute and primarily sponsored by Cihan University-Sulaimaniya, was held with the attendance of over 2,000 students. During the event, Asst. Lect. Lehat Yousif, Director of Admissions and Registration at Cihan University-Sulaimaniya, provided detailed information about the university to the attendees. Following this, the admissions and registration staff distributed gifts and brochures to the students participating in the event.

Within the framework of volunteer work for the Zakat Al-Ilm foundation at Cihan University Sulaimaniyah ،On February 25, 2026, Prof. Dr. Karim Sharif Qarachatani, Director of the Psychological and Social Counseling Center at Cihan University – Sulaimaniya, delivered an educational seminar for the students of (Layla Zana Basic School for Girls). The seminar focused on effective study methods, exam preparation, and techniques for overcoming exam-related fear and anxiety.