the College of Nursing at Cihan University–Duhok organized a workshop entitled “A Comparative Analysis of Nursing Leadership: Perspectives from the United States and Kurdistan.

On October 15, 2025, the College of Nursing at Cihan University–Duhok organized a workshop entitled “A Comparative Analysis of Nursing Leadership: Perspectives from the United States and Kurdistan.” The event presented by Ms. Natalie Richard, a nursing leader from a U.S. based healthcare organization, and Ms. Husna Abdulrazzaq Yousif, Assistant Manager at the Maternity Hospital in Duhok.

The visiting delegation, accompanied by Dr. Layla M. Salih, met with Prof. Dr. Zeravan Abdulmuhsen Asaad, President of Cihan University, to discuss the characteristics and roles of effective nursing leadership.

During the workshop, the speakers explored key leadership competencies essential for nurses, such as effective communication, decision-making, and adaptability. They also examined the challenges nurse leaders face within different healthcare systems in both Kurdistan and the United States.

The session concluded with an interactive question-and-answer segment, where participants exchanged valuable insights and discussed strategies to enhance nursing leadership and management in diverse clinical settings.

Volunteers

# Image Name Duration Credits
1 Layla Mohammed Salih Layla Mohammed Salih 1 80

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