The Business Administration Department Students Organized an Awareness Campaign on Physical Activity and Healthy Eating

On Wednesday, 14 January 2026, the Business Administration Department at Cihan University–Erbil organized a public awareness campaign to inform the community about the importance of physical activity and healthy eating.

As part of the campaign, the department’s academic staff, in collaboration with students, prepared and printed informational brochures entitled ‘Steps to a Healthy Life.’ The brochures provided practical and essential guidance on physical activity, healthy food choices, and positive daily habits that contribute to a healthier lifestyle. They were distributed to raise awareness and encourage positive behavioral change within the community. The campaign highlighted the role of regular physical activities, such as walking and running, alongside healthy eating habits in enhancing overall health and well-being.

In another segment of the campaign, students, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Hevi Mohammed Qadir, visited Sami Abdulrahman Park in Erbil. During the visit, they distributed the brochures to citizens and park visitors and encouraged them to adopt healthier lifestyles through physical exercise and balanced nutrition.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Rebwar Rasheed Abdullah Rebwar Rasheed Abdullah 3 90
2 Sipan Munir Nahbag Sipan Munir Nahbag 3 90
3 Hevi Mohammed Qader Hevi Mohammed Qader 3 90
4 Cihan University – Erbil Cihan University – Erbil 3 90
5 Hawkar Qasim Pirdawod Hawkar Qasim Pirdawod 30 90

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.

In line with the continuous directives of the University President (Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdul-Muhsin Asaad) to emphasize awareness and development programs for all segments of society, and as part of the ongoing activities of the Zakat Al-Ilm Foundation at Cihan University-Duhok, a special seminar titled “First Aid” was presented on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.

The seminar was conducted by Mr. Bassam Shawkat and Mr. Karzan Ismail, lab instructors in the medical laboratories at the university, for the participants of the 5th Pedagogical Course. The session covered in detail the core principles of first aid, urgent procedures for saving patient lives, and effective protocols for managing emergency situations to protect community health.