The Department of Media Organizes a Special Training Session on Photojournalism Techniques

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December 9, 2025
Educational, Teacher Training and Professional Development
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On Tuesday, April 15, 2025, under the supervision of Assistant Lecturer Dlan Ismail, the Department of Media at Cihan University-Erbil organized a specialized training session titled Photojournalism Techniques, conducted by trainer Samal Tofiq.

The session, which involved the participation of the Media Department students, began with Assistant Lecturer Dlan Ismail highlighting the department’s efforts to further develop students’ academic level through media-related subjects and courses, focusing on a practical approach to enhance their skills.

Trainer Samal Tofiq then discussed the basics of camera operation and photojournalism techniques, explaining that progress in the media field requires professional competence and journalistic skills, including a strong understanding of photography and its different styles. Additionally, he pointed out camera techniques that enrich media content, noting that images reflect speed and deliver messages clearly.

During the session, students had the opportunity to ask questions. One of the students, Rizgar Salih, asked about the best angles for taking photos. Another student, Lawin Najat, inquired about the best types of cameras for media work.

After the question-and-answer session, Trainer Samal Tofiq explained the concept of ‘Golden Point’ or ‘Golden Ratio’ in photography, which determines the essence of a well-composed image. He also discussed different camera models and their suitability for photojournalism, stressing that media organizations seeking success must choose the right equipment for their work.

The session provides the students with valuable insights into photojournalism techniques, helping them improve their media production skills.

Volunteers

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1		Cihan University – Erbil	2	80

Educational

Educational Seminar on Moral Values and Student Behavior at School

As part of the volunteer activities of the Zakat Al-Ilm Institution at Cihan University – Sulaimani, Prof. Dr. Kareem Sharif Qara Chitani, Director of the Center for Psychological and Social Counseling at Cihan University, delivered a voluntary educational seminar entitled “Moral Values and Student Behavior at School” on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, to eighth-grade students at Rzgari Model Secondary School.

The seminar aimed to raise students’ awareness of the importance of moral values and appropriate behavior in the school environment, promote respect for teachers and classmates, and foster a sense of responsibility and positive behavior in social relationships.

This activity was organized as part of the university’s volunteer, social, and educational initiatives, with the aim of contributing to students’ personal development and strengthening human and ethical values within the school environment.

It is hoped that this seminar will benefit the students, contribute to promoting appropriate behavior, and help create a better educational environment.

Teacher Training and Professional Development

Department of Informatics and Software Engineering Develops First-of-Its-Kind AI Robot

On Tuesday, October 28, 2025, a distinguished scientific seminar was held in the VIP Hall at Cihan University–Erbil, focusing on the design and development of a robot utilizing artificial intelligence technologies.

During the seminar, Assistant Lecturer Adil Hussein from the Department of Informatics and Software Engineering presented his innovative project — an intelligent robot capable of voice interaction and communication in three languages: Kurdish, Arabic, and English. This achievement represents a significant step toward integrating artificial intelligence into educational and service-oriented applications.

The presentation included a detailed explanation of the project’s technical and programming stages, along with the training process of the robot’s linguistic model to recognize voices, understand commands, and respond appropriately.

Assistant Lecturer Adil Hussein also highlighted the significance of this invention, emphasizing that it offers a practical and comprehensive solution to numerous challenges in applied fields.

This was followed by another seminar held on the same day by Nazho Nahro, a fourth-year student from the same department, titled “Cybersecurity and Modern Challenges in Protecting Digital Systems,” under the supervision of Assistant Professor Ghassan A. QasMarrogy.

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Community Engagement and Collaboration

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The seminar also addressed key topics aimed at strengthening digital awareness, highlighting the dangers of misusing social media and presenting best practices for positive and purposeful engagement.

The school students demonstrated strong interest and active engagement with the topics due to their relevance to everyday life. The session included productive discussions and many questions, reflecting the students’ eagerness to learn. The visiting delegation also met with several teachers, Nazar Abdul Satar Abdul Rahman and Shia Omar Mohammed, to exchange academic and educational ideas and to support future cooperation between the two institutions.