On Monday, March 10, 2025, as part of the Biomedical Sciences Department’s ongoing awareness program at Cihan University – Erbil, a health awareness activity titled, Wellness in Ramadan was successfully conducted in collaboration with Farabi Diagnostic Laboratory. The event took place at Grand Majidi Mall in Erbil from 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM, at the mall’s main entrance hall.
Under the supervision of Assistant Lecturers Hero Ismael Mohammed, Bakhtawar Ziad Omer, and Zahraakhan Maruf Tahir, Biomedical Sciences students from various stages actively participated in the event. They offered free medical tests to mall visitors, including Complete Blood Count (CBC), Hemoglobin A1C (HbA1C), blood pressure measurement, blood grouping, blood glucose testing, and body composition analysis. Dr. Chra Nury Abdullah analyzed the results on-site.
The primary objective of the event was to promote health awareness during the holy month of Ramadan and educate individuals on how to fast safely. This initiative provided an opportunity for community engagement while emphasizing the importance of monitoring health conditions during fasting.
On Thursday, February 6, 2025, a group of students from the Medical Microbiology Department at Cihan University – Erbil actively participated as volunteers in MEDICO, the first and largest international health exhibition in Iraq and the Kurdistan Region, held in Erbil from February 5–8, 2025. This groundbreaking event brings together global healthcare leaders, innovators, and professionals to showcase the latest advancements in the medical field.
The students volunteered as members of the Ashty Health Organization, a non-governmental organization dedicated to providing healthcare services and awareness programs. Their responsibilities included assisting with medical check-ups, guiding visitors, and supporting healthcare professionals in various activities aimed at improving public health services.
Their participation highlights Cihan University’s commitment to practical learning and community service, reinforcing the role of young professionals in shaping the future of healthcare.
In the spirit of compassion and social responsibility, students from the Computer Science Department at Cihan University – Erbil organized a heartfelt charity drive to support families in need during the holy month of Ramadan.
On Wednesday, March 12, 2025, a variety of food items and essential supplies were purchased using the collected funds. Later, the students carefully prepared food baskets filled with staple goods for underprivileged families, ensuring they had the essentials to sustain themselves during the blessed month. The food baskets were then distributed to various areas.
This initiative is part of the students’ ongoing commitment to volunteer work, driven by their sense of social responsibility and desire to make a positive impact. Through such efforts, they fostered kindness and solidarity, especially during times when support is most needed.
They expressed their joy in being able to give back to the community, emphasizing that this drive reflects the core humanitarian values they strive to uphold. Additionally, they shared their hope that their efforts will inspire others to contribute to charitable causes and continue spreading the spirit of generosity and care.
As part of the commitment to social responsibility, first- and second-year students from the Computer Science Department at Cihan University-Erbil visited the Awat Institute for the Development of Children with Special Needs on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Sarah Jamal Hussein. They were warmly received by Gelawezh Tahir Karim, a social researcher.
To demonstrate a spirit of cooperation, both groups of students contributed to purchasing gifts for the children. The gifts were distributed during the visit, bringing joy and support to the children.
The administration staff of the institute commended this initiative, emphasizing the importance of such activities in fostering human connections and promoting a culture of giving and volunteerism. This visit was part of a series of community engagement events organized by Cihan University-Erbil, aiming to instill humanitarian values and reinforce the role of serving society among students.
As part of positive engagement with the community, the Computer Science Department at Cihan University-Erbil organized a visit to the Emirates Autism Center on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. The visit involved first- and second-stage students from the mentioned department under the supervision of Assistant Professor Dr. Reem Jafar Ismail.
It was marked as a humanitarian initiative whereby the students prepared and presented gifts to the children in an atmosphere filled with love and joy, which created memorable moments of happiness and meaningful human interaction.
The Emirates Autism Center is a unique center for children aged three to six years and is one of the leading institutions providing free support and specialized care for this group. The center gradually trains children to improve their behaviors, such as sitting calmly and reducing hyperactivity, using a reward-based approach that includes encouragement or gifts, and helping them develop their social and behavioral skills.
The center’s management commended Cihan University-Erbil students for bringing joy and support to the children, highlighting the importance of such initiatives in fostering collaboration and achieving the center’s goals. The visit emphasized the University’s dedication to holistic student development through meaningful community engagement.
The Computer Science Department at Cihan University – Erbil organized a charity campaign for the Elderly Care Center on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. The event was supervised by Assistant Lecturer Alyaa Asaad Mahdi, with participation from the academic staff and fourth-level students.
A delegation from the department was welcomed by Mr. Sangar Jamal Abdulkareem, the director of the Elderly Care Center in Erbil, to enhance the living environment of the center. During the visit, the students gathered detailed information about the center’s needs. In response to this information, the academic staff and students provided essential supplies, including furniture and necessary materials for maintenance.
The Computer Science Department at Cihan University – Erbil values student participation in charitable initiatives as a way to encourage responsibility toward the community.
On Tuesday, 15th of October 2024, the academic staff and second-level students of the Computer Science Department at Cihan university – Erbil organized a visit to the Orphanage House in Erbil (Directorate of Community Care – Girls Orphanage House and Youth Home).
Mr. Sherwan Abdulrahman Hussien, the director of the center, welcomed a delegation from the department, which included Dr. Hasan Fahmi Al-Delawi, Assistant Lecturer. Sara Jamal Hussain, Lab Assistant. Tanik Perot Hamza, and the second-level students.
During the Visit, the academic staff and students presented school supplies and gifts for the children. They also organized a celebration to spread the joy and happy moments, resulting in an unforgettable experience with the children.
This humanitarian initiative reflects the commitment of Cihan university – Erbil and its students to serving the community and promoting the values of generosity. The university takes pride in its students and supports charitable activities, believing in the importance of enhancing their positive contributions to the community.
As part of promoting corporate social responsibility, the Computer Science Department at Cihan University-Erbil organized a visit to Awat Institute for Special Needs Children on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. The visit was held by second-stage students from the department mentioned earlier under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Sarah Jamal Hussein.
It included distributing gifts to the children and organizing a special celebration to bring joy and happiness, leaving a positive impact on both the children and the participants. The department staff and students were warmly received by Mr. Abdul Wahab Jameel and Ms. Gulsaran Jamal, the institute’s director and supervisor, respectively.
The institute praised the students’ efforts and their active roles in fostering communication with the children and supporting them psychologically and socially, emphasizing the importance of volunteer work in serving the community.
The intuitive part of the series of activities organized by Cihan University – Erbil is aimed at instilling humanitarian values and enhancing the role of students in supporting society, reflecting the university’s commitment to its educational and social missions.
As part of a humanitarian initiative that embodies the spirit of giving and social responsibility among students, students from the Department of Law at Cihan University-Erbil, under the supervision of Professor Dr. Hisham Hashem Mikael, visited the Erbil orphanage to provide essential aid and gifts to orphaned children.
The orphanage director, Mr. Sherwan Abdul Rahman Hussein, welcomed the students and expressed his heartfelt thanks and gratitude for this initiative, which brings joy to the children’s hearts and fosters social solidarity.
During the visit, the students distributed aid and gifts to the children, in addition to spending quality time with them through recreational activities aimed at improving their psychological and social well-being. The students emphasized the importance of supporting this vulnerable group and creating a conducive environment for their growth and development.
Professor Dr. Hisham highlighted that this visit is part of the community service activities organized by the Department of Law at Cihan University, aimed at encouraging students to actively contribute to community service.
At the end of the visit, the children expressed their immense happiness with the initiative and hoped for more events like this to be held that bring hope and joy to their lives.
As part of Science Zakat Foundation program Cihan University-Duhok’s, sports unit, in collaboration with the English Department, organized a mountain climbing activity for English students. The head of the Duhok Mountaineering Center, Wahbi Mahdi Mustafa, attended and discussed mountaineering techniques from an academic perspective. With Cihan University-Duhok translators present, the students also participated in a cleanup campaign on Mount Qashfar
