Department of Media at Cihan University-Erbil and Xiaomi Hosted a Photography Workshop

Partnered with Xiaomi, the Department of Media at Cihan University-Erbil hosted a Photography workshop for students. The workshop, which focused on mobile photography, portrait photography, and photo editing, provided participants with hands-on experience and valuable insights from industry professionals.

Mr. Hussien Faleh Raheem, a local photographer, led the workshop, shared his expertise, and guided students through various techniques and exercises. Participants had the opportunity to try out Xiaomi’s latest smartphone cameras, learn composition and lighting techniques, and edit photos using professional software.

‘‘This collaboration with Xiaomi provided students with a unique learning experience and access to cutting-edge technology’’, said Azwar Qasim Agha, Head of the Media Department. ‘‘We are committed to providing our students the opportunities to develop their skills and connect with industry leaders,’’ he added.

The workshop was well-received by students, who expressed their appreciation for the practical knowledge and skills gained.

This initiative highlights Cihan University-Erbil’s dedication to providing students with practical as well as industry-relevant training and fostering collaborations with leading companies such as Xiaomi.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Azwar Mehdi Qasim Agha Azwar Mehdi Qasim Agha 3 85

 a course in the field of pedagogy has commenced for a group of Sharabazir educators at Cihan University – Sulaymaniyah, The course is presented by specialized experts in pedagogy, aiming to train teachers on the latest teaching methods and prepare them to transfer their skills to various schools. Cihan University – Sulaymaniya, as an educational institution, always places great importance on building bridges of communication between the university and various sectors of society, especially the education sector, and this event comes within this framework.

Professor Dr. Karim Sharif Qarachatani, Director of the Psychological and Social Guidance Center at Cihan University–Sulaimaniyah, delivered a seminar on the importance of the relationship between family and school at Rejin Girls’ High School, aimed at the parents of twelfth-grade students. A large number of mothers and fathers attended, and during the seminar, they were given the opportunity to ask questions and exchange information.

This event was part of the voluntary work of the faculty members of Cihan University–Sulaimaniyah, organized in coordination and cooperation with the Zakat al-Ilm Foundation and various educational institutions.

The Translation Department at Cihan University–Sulaimaniyah celebrated International Translation Day through a series of diverse activities that highlighted the academic, cultural, and social role of translation.

The activities began with the participation of Dr. Mo’min Yasin Muhammad Amin, Assistant Lecturer Norooz Muhammad, and Assistant Lecturer Aziz Rawf, a department member, through a live program on KurdSat Media Channel, where they discussed the importance of translation in cultural interaction and building bridges between peoples. They also outlined the department’s vision of preparing students with high-level skills to meet the growing demands of the professional translation job market.

As part of the department’s efforts to protect the environment, an environmental campaign was organized in Azadi Park in Sulaimaniyah, in which students and department staff participated in cleaning the park, sending an important message about social responsibility and the importance of preserving public spaces.