As part of the ongoing scientific activities and efforts to raise student awareness, second-year students from the Department of Media at Cihan University–Erbil delivered a scientific seminar titled “Electronic Addiction” for the students of Cihan International School–Erbil. The seminar was presented by Rzgar Salih, Yusuf Ahmad, Layar Aza, and Nergiz Amir on Thursday, October 23, 2025, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Ali Jalal Jaafar.
The supervising lecturer and students were received by Mr. Mahmoud Imad Mohammed, the school principal, who emphasized the importance of conducting such activities to raise students’ awareness about the dangers of addiction to electronic devices.
The seminar began with Rzgar Salih, who provided a general overview of addiction and its types, presenting several examples from a medical perspective to the attending students. Following that, Yusuf Ahmad discussed the effects and dangers of addiction to electronic devices, emphasizing its negative impact on both mental and physical health.
Layar Aza then discussed how a person can identify and recognize addiction to electronic devices, to promote early treatment. The last presenter, Nergiz Amir, explained the methods and strategies that students can use to protect themselves from and overcome addiction to electronic devices.
Finally, Mr. Mahmoud Imad thanked the Department of Media and its students for conducting the seminar. He also expressed his hope that similar activities would continue to raise student awareness and help protect them from the dangers and harms of electronic device addiction.
As part of its academic initiatives, on Sunday, October 19, 2025, students from the Media Department at Cihan University–Erbil, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Dlan Ismael Mawlood, organized an academic visit to Fenk Private School in Erbil.
At the beginning of the visit, the students and their supervising lecturer were warmly received by Mrs. Dalia Jasim Mohammed Al-Hamdani, Director of Fenk School. The director emphasized the importance of such activities and praised the Media Department at Cihan University–Erbil for its efforts in protecting students during this era of intensive digital connectivity.
The activity took the form of a seminar presented in Arabic by third-year Media Department students Mustafa Taghlub Ahmed, Yousif Ahmed Khudhair, and Tamar Amer Yahya.
In the first section, student Yousif Ahmed discussed the definition and various forms of media violence, providing a detailed analysis of how this phenomenon can cause psychological anxiety and social isolation among youth. In the second section, Mustafa Taghlub highlighted the importance of cybersecurity and explained how students can protect themselves from electronic attacks and create a safer online environment through simple and practical measures. Finally, student Tamar Amer discussed the available hotlines designed to support self-protection and help individuals seek assistance from relevant authorities when facing a cyberattack.
At the end of the event, Mrs. Dalia Jasim thanked the students for their efforts and encouraged the continuation of such initiatives, expressing her hope that these activities would contribute to preparing and developing a healthy generation capable of dealing intelligently with technological advancement.
On Sunday, October 19, 2025, a group of students from the Media Department at Cihan University–Erbil, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Dlan Ismael Mawlood, conducted a scientific visit to Zagros Basic School in Erbil to carry out an awareness activity on the misuse of mobile phones and social media networks.
Upon arrival, the students and their supervising lecturer were warmly welcomed by Mr. Ihsan Othman Mawlood, the school director. Mr. Ihsan expressed his appreciation to Cihan University–Erbil for organizing the initiative and emphasized the importance of such educational activities, particularly as students’ dependence on digital devices continues to grow.
The activity took the form of a seminar presented by two fourth-year Media Department students, Dhuha Arjumant Jamal and Soleen Tayeb Abdulrahman. In the first part of the seminar, Dhuha Arjumant discussed the concept of media violence and its psychological and social impacts on youth and society as a whole. In the second part, Soleen Tayeb explored the principles of digital protection, highlighting the importance of awareness and strategies to prevent electronic attacks and encourage safe and responsible use of digital devices.
At the end of the visit, Mr. Ihsan Othman Mawlood thanked the students for their efforts and expressed his hope that such activities would continue in the future, contributing to the development.
As part of its humanitarian and community service efforts, the Department of Business Administration organized a volunteering activity at Hawler Psychiatric Hospital on Thursday, January 23, 2025.
It was conducted under the direct supervision of Dr. Hawkar Qasim Birdawod, Head of the Business Administration Department, and Assistant Lecturer Hevi Muhammad Qader. They were warmly welcomed by the administrative staff of the hospital. Responding to the patients’ requests and with the help of a hospital employee Mr. Farman Nasih Ahmad, sandwiches were prepared and distributed to the patients.
After the visit, the students and the lecturer had the opportunity to tour the hospital. They spoke with the hospital’s administrative staff and healthcare team to understand the patient’s conditions and then engaged in pleasant and supportive conversations with the patients.
It is noteworthy that this charitable initiative is not the first one organized by the Business Administration Department, as similar activities were conducted in previous years.
On Tuesday, February 18, 2025, fourth-year students from the Medical Laboratory Analysis Department conducted an awareness seminar at Shokh School in Erbil. The seminar, titled Smoking Vapes, was held in the school hall and organized by Medical Laboratory Analysis students under the supervision of A.L. Osama Shukri Abdullah. The students were warmly received by Ms. Pari Saber Hussein and the school’s management.
During the seminar, the students explained the importance of educating adolescents about the harmful effects of smoking vapes, their links to lung and liver cancer, and their impact on public health. They also discussed energy drinks, how these drinks turn into toxins inside the body, and their effects on the kidneys and liver. Additionally, they talked about infection prevention and ways to maintain physical health.
The aim of the visit was to raise awareness among teenagers about their responsibility to maintain their health. At the end of the seminar, the school principal thanked the university for its efforts to promote a healthy society. Special thanks were given to the students, A.L. Osama Shukri Abdullah, and the head of the Medical Laboratory Analysis Department, Mr. Sarwan Wasman Hamad, for their contributions.
On Tuesday February 18, 2025, students from the Medical Laboratory Analysis Department conducted a seminar at Muhammad Nasser Intermediate School in Erbil. The seminar, titled Blood Type Testing, was conducted by the Medical Laboratory Analysis students to educate school students on blood type testing.
They were warmly received by the school principal, Ms. Shirin Omar Arabok. During the seminar, the blood type test was explained and demonstrated to the school students. The different blood types A, B, AB, and O were introduced, and the concept of blood transfusions was discussed. The session highlighted how blood is transferred from a donor to a recipient in need due to various reasons, such as car accidents or blood deficiency diseases. The importance of knowing one’s blood type in emergency situations was also emphasized, as it can save lives in critical moments.
At the end of the seminar, the information about blood types and their significance was shared with the students. The school staff and students expressed their gratitude for the informative seminar, which reflects Cihan University’s commitment to educating future generations about important safety matters.
On Monday, April 7, 2025, second-stage students from the Department of Biomedical Sciences at Cihan University – Erbil organized a community outreach activity at Erbil Maternity Teaching Hospital under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Hero Ismael Mohammed. This initiative aligned with the 2025 World Health Day theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures.”
The students were warmly received by Mrs. Ahang Abdullah Shwani, the Assistant Director of the hospital. During the visit, the students engaged with new mothers and expectant women, providing important information on infection prevention and the promotion of maternal and infant health.
The awareness campaign focused on essential topics such as hygiene, proper nutrition, and prenatal care key factors in ensuring the health and safety of both mothers and their babies. These efforts aimed to empower patients with the knowledge needed to protect themselves and their children during and after pregnancy.
World Health Day, organized annually by the World Health Organization (WHO), adopts a unique theme each year to support the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UNSDGs) by 2030. This year’s theme emphasizes the critical importance of early health interventions in building healthier societies.
On Wednesday, February 26, 2025, third-year students from the Biomedical Sciences Department visited Nanakali Hospital under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Bakhtawar Ziad Omer. It was a charitable initiative to provide emotional support to young patients undergoing treatment by uplifting their spirits as they battle cancer.
The students were warmly received by Dr. Kochar Salih Qadir Bag, Director of the hospital’s Infectious Control Unit. During the visit, they met with the children and their families, offered encouragement, and emphasized the importance of staying strong throughout the treatment process. As a gesture of support, they reinforced the message of perseverance among the children by reminding them that they are heroes bravely battling cancer.
To bring joy to the young patients, they distributed toys, creating moments of happiness amid their challenging journeys. This initiative reflects the department’s commitment to community service and humanitarian efforts in the medical field.
Third-year students from the Biomedical Sciences Department visited Shorsh High School for Girls in Erbil to deliver a seminar titled, Sugar, Energy Drinks, and their Impact on Human Health under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Bakhtawar Ziad Omer. They were warmly received by Mrs. Samia Abdullah Walee, the school director.
The session, held in the school’s main hall, was attended by 11th-grade students who actively participated in discussions about the health effects of excessive sugar and energy drink consumption. The Biomedical Sciences students emphasized the growing prevalence of these products among young people and highlighted their potential adverse effects, particularly the impact on the liver when consumed in excessive amounts.
At the end of the seminar, Mrs. Samia Abdullah Walee expressed her gratitude to the students for their informative presentation and commended their efforts in raising awareness. In return, the Biomedical Sciences students, on behalf of their department, thanked the school director for the opportunity to conduct the seminar.
As part of its mission, the Biomedical Sciences Department remains committed to raising public awareness of critical health issues and serving various sectors of the community through educational initiatives.
On Wednesday, February 19, 2025, third-year students from the Biomedical Sciences Department at Cihan University-Erbil conducted an awareness seminar at Koshish Private School in Erbil. The seminar, titled Growing Up: Puberty and Hormonal Changes in Females, was organized by Biomedical Sciences students under the supervision of A.L. Zahrakhan Maaruf Tahir.
Upon arrival, the students were warmly received by Mrs. Rozhan Luqman Ahmad, the school director. The seminar was attended by students from stages 7 and 8, who gathered in the school’s conference hall. During the seminar, the students discussed the hormonal changes that occur during puberty and highlighted the physiological changes in the female body. They also addressed the signs and symptoms of these changes, providing insights into managing hormonal imbalances and the factors that influence hormone levels.
At the end of the seminar, the Biomedical Sciences Department and the students expressed their gratitude to Mrs. Rozhan Luqman Ahmad for the opportunity to conduct the seminar and raise awareness. Mrs. Rozhan Luqman Ahmad, in turn, thanked the students and expressed her appreciation for the Biomedical Sciences students’ efforts.
