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Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 04 November 2026 – Saman Gardy, a lecturer in the Department of Architecture and Sustainability at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), received the Jury Winner Award for the use of artificial intelligence in architectural imagery through his project The Heritage Invasion, as part of the Architizer Vision Awards 2026, held […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 30 October 2026 – The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) held its White Coat Ceremony for students of the School of Medicine for the academic year 2026–2027, marking an important milestone in their academic journey towards becoming future medical professionals. The ceremony symbolised the students’ commitment to the medical profession and […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 29 October 2026 – The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) hosted Dr Karim Najar from KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, for a seminar and practical workshop on human-centred planning, cultural heritage, and urban quality. Through lectures and hands-on group activities, architecture students explored the Kurdish Model for Analysis of Residential […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 29 October 2026 – The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), in collaboration with Medya Diagnostic Center, launched a Pink October awareness campaign on campus. The campaign aimed to raise awareness among students and their families about cancer, with a particular focus on breast cancer among women, highlighting the importance of prevention, […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 29 October 2026 – A delegation from the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), led by Dr. Zana Ibrahim, President of UKH, with Dr. Teshk Nouri Shawis, Dean of the School of Medicine, Dr. Hussein Ali, Coordinator of the Architectural Engineering and Sustainability Programme, and Ms Noor Jasim, Manager of Public Relations […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 26 October 2026 – The delegation was led by Dr. Zana Ibrahim, President of UKH and included Dr. Teshk Nouri Shawis, Dean of the School of Medicine, Dr. Hussein Ali, Coordinator of the Architectural Engineering and Sustainability Programme and Ms Noor Jasim, Manager of Public Relations and External Engagement. The delegation […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 25 October 2026 –Asmaa Shahrazad, a Master of Business Administration (MBA) student at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), represented the Kurdistan Region of Iraq as the only delegate from the region at the International Human Rights Summit, held at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, United States of […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 22 October 2026 – The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) organised its Induction Day for students of the 2026–2027 academic year. The event aimed to create a welcoming academic atmosphere and mark a new beginning for students, introducing them to the opportunities and experiences awaiting them throughout their academic journey at […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 08 October 2026 – The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) welcomed H.E. Emmanuel Mignot, Consul General of France in the Kurdistan Region, accompanied by Mr. Alexandre Khouri, Director of the French Institute, and Ms. Pauline Lapointe, Attachée for Higher Education and Scientific Research. The delegation was received by Dr. Zana Ibrahim, […]

Erbil, Kurdistan Region – 07 October 2026 – The Centre for Environmental Studies (CES) at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) organised a workshop focusing on the “Current Status and Emerging Challenges of Groundwater and Surface Water Quality in Erbil City.” The workshop brought together academics, water-resource specialists, government officials, students and members of relevant […]