Students of the Department of Business Administration at Cihan University–Erbil Provide Clothing for an Orphanage

On Wednesday, January 4, 2026, students from the Department of Business Administration at Cihan University–Erbil provided clothing for an orphanage. As part of their sense of social responsibility, the department organized a humanitarian activity for the orphanage with the participation of fourth-year students.

The activity was supervised by Assistant Professor Dr. Hawkar Qasim Pirdawood, Head of the Department of Business Administration, and coordinated by Assistant Lecturer Hevi Mohammed Qadir. This initiative was carried out within the department’s efforts to strengthen community participation and social responsibility among students.

The students were warmly welcomed by Ms. Kwesta  N. Mohammad during the visit. During the activity, the participating students distributed clothes to the children at the orphanage, which brought happiness and joy to them. This initiative aimed to support the children during the winter season by providing essential items that help protect them from the cold weather. The distribution process was carried out in an organized and respectful manner.

The main goal of this activity was to offer humanitarian assistance to the children of the orphanage, while at the same time promoting values of empathy, cooperation, and voluntary service among the students. The activity also sought to raise awareness among students and the wider community about the importance of active participation in community development. Through direct involvement, students were able to apply the principles of social responsibility in a practical and meaningful way.

Overall, the activity was a successful and effective initiative that highlighted the importance of cooperation between academic institutions and social organizations. It also emphasized the positive role that students and lecturers can play in supporting this group in the community. At the end of the visit, the staff of the orphanage expressed their gratitude and appreciation to the supervising lecturer and the students for their support. In return, the supervising lecturer praised the noble efforts of the orphanage staff and reaffirmed that the Department of Business Administration at Cihan University–Erbil will continue to organize similar social activities that serve the community.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Hevi Mohammed Qader Hevi Mohammed Qader 3 90
2 Cihan University – Erbil Cihan University – Erbil 3 90
3 Hawkar Qasim Pirdawod Hawkar Qasim Pirdawod 3 90

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