Medical Biochemical Analysis Department Students from Conduct Various Medical Tests for Community Workers

On Thursday, February 19, 2025, a group of fourth-year students from the Medical Biochemical Analysis Department at Cihan University-Erbil organized a scientific visit to Shari Bazarkani Complex, where they conducted free medical tests for community workers. The visit was supervised by Assistant Lecturer Zubayda Hisham Shakir and Lab Assistant Manar Firas.

The students were warmly received by Mr. Mohammed Fares, who provided an overview of the daily tasks and challenges of the workers. During the visit, they applied their theoretical knowledge by conducting various tests including blood, blood sugar, blood pressure, and oxygen levels.

This initiative aimed to enhance their practical skills while offering valuable health services to the workers. The workers then expressed their gratitude for the medical check-ups, appreciating the students’ efforts and the university’s contribution to community health.

This visit reflects Cihan University-Erbil’s commitment to connecting knowledge with real-world applications, ensuring its students gain hands-on experience while actively engaging in public health initiatives.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Zubaidah Hisham Shukur Zubaidah Hisham Shukur 2 80




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.

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.

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.