The Business Administration Department Transforms Recommendations into Tangible Outcomes at Erbil High School for Outstanding Students

Under the slogan ‘From Assessment to Implementation,’ the Business Administration Department at Cihan University–Erbil conducted a follow-up visit to Erbil High School for Outstanding Students on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. The visit aimed to monitor the progress of the maintenance and development plan prepared by the department following its previous assessment.

The visit involved a group of fourth-stage students led by Assistant Professor Dr. Qusay Hameed Al-Salamy. They were received by the school principal, Mrs. Ruqia Salahaddin Shaker, who expressed her deep appreciation for the immediate response and the commendable initiative of the university and the department.

During the inspection tour, the delegation observed the ongoing work, which has now moved into the implementation phase, including:

  1. Construction works: Repairing the flooring of the classroom caravans and sealing/welding holes in their ceilings.
  2. Replacement works: Installing new windows to replace the broken ones.
  3. Preventive works: Installing protective covers on the ceilings to prevent rainwater leakage.

This visit represents the execution phase of the department’s voluntary initiative, which reinforces its strategic partnership with the local community. It focuses on improving the school environment and ensuring the provision of a safe and supportive space for learning and creativity.

The school principal commended the pioneering role of Cihan University–Erbil in the field of community service and the diligence demonstrated by the Business Administration Department, through its students and staff, in following up and implementing projects that have a direct and positive impact on the ground.

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Within the “Zakat Al-Elm” program. Cihan University-Duhok Concludes First Aid Course for Peshmerga Forces

Under the directives of Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmohsen Asaad, President of Cihan University-Duhok, and as part of the commitment to community awareness and development across various societal groups within the framework of the university’s “Zakat Al-Elm” project, and in coordination with the Peshmerga Cultural Center, the closing ceremony of the specialized First Aid course was held on Monday, July 13, 2026.

The course was conducted for the Medical Field Unit (9th Division) of the Peshmerga forces and presented by Mr. Bassam Showkat, an international trainer and specialist in Anesthesia and Intensive Care.

At the conclusion of the ceremony, certificates of participation and appreciation were distributed to the successful participants, honoring their efforts and highlighting the importance of empowering the brave Peshmerga forces with essential field and emergency medical skills.

On Thursday, July 23, 2026, as part of the diverse activities of the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, and based on the directives of the University President, Professor Dr. Zirvan Abdulmohsen Asaad, to prioritize this program and extend its benefits to various segments of society, the Cihan-Duhok Academy, in cooperation with the Pinus Institute of Languages, organized a scientific and awareness-raising trip for the institute’s students.

The main objectives of the visit were:

  1. Field Visit to Medical Laboratories:
  • Introducing students to modern equipment and devices used for testing, and providing them with practical training in scientific and applied procedures.
  1. Health Awareness Seminar:
  • A seminar presented by Mr. Bassam Shawkat, covering general and important topics related to public health.
  • Explaining and demonstrating methods of prevention and safety, and highlighting the importance of public health in daily life.

Within the activities of the (Zakat Al-Ilm) foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, and in the presence of faculty members and staff, a seminar was delivered by Dr. (Dezhwar Ahmed), a lecturer in the Department of Law, titled “Discipline and Accountability in the University Environment” on June 24, 2026.

Key Points:

🔹 Defining academic and behavioral discipline and its importance within the campus.

🔹 Explaining the concept of accountability as a cornerstone for academic integrity and quality assurance.

🔹 Analysing university regulations and bylaws that define the rights and duties of faculty members