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Standing with Chamchamal: UKH Supports Local Schools

University of Kurdistan Hewlêr, as part of its social responsibility, launched a campaign to distribute stationery items in response to the recent natural disaster in Chamchamal District. The items were distributed in four schools—Malî Hawkaran, Dahên, Zîrek, and Bêkes—in Chamchamal District – Shorsh Subdistrict, coordination with the Subdistrict Administration. The University also donated a collection […]

January 27, 2026

U.S. Foreign Policy

Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – 25 January 2026 Dr. Liam Anderson, Member of the Board of Governors of the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH), delivered a seminar on U.S. foreign policy, followed by an interactive question-and-answer session. The seminar provided insights into key trends, challenges, and strategic considerations shaping U.S. foreign policy, and offered […]

January 25, 2026

UKH School of Medicine Organised Symposium on “Rights and Responsibilities of Doctors in the Kurdistan Region”

Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – 22 January 2026 The School of Medicine at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) organised a scientific symposium titled “Rights and Responsibilities of Doctors in the Kurdistan Region” at the SoM Campus, in collaboration with Hewlêr Medical University (HMU) and the Kurdistan Doctors Syndicate. The symposium opened with remarks […]

January 25, 2026

CSE Department at UKH Launches Its First International Blended Mobility Initiative

Erbil, Kurdistan Region of Iraq – 21 January 2026 The Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) Department at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) has launched its first international blended mobility initiative, marking a major milestone in internationalisation and student-centred education. The initiative enables CSE students to participate in international, multidisciplinary project teams, combining virtual collaboration […]

January 21, 2026

UKH Delegation Meets Erbil Governor to Strengthen Strategic Collaboration

A team from the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) visited the Erbil Governorate and met with Mr. Omed Khoshnaw, Governor of Erbil, with the aim of strengthening ties and expanding avenues for collaboration. The delegation was headed by Dr. Zana Ibrahim, Interim President of UKH. During the visit, Dr. Zana Ibrahim underscored UKH’s commitment to […]

December 21, 2025

Data-Driven Growth: South Korean Consul General Delivers UKH Seminar

University of Kurdistan Hewlêr – The Austria Community Centre organised a Chatham House Seminar delivered by Mr. Seungcheol Lim, Consul General of the Republic of Korea in Erbil, entitled “Shaping the Future: Data-Driven Growth.” The seminar, attended by students, academic staff, and guests, focused on the Republic of Korea’s model of economic development and explored […]

December 16, 2025

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) hosted the first TESOL Kurdistan Scientific Conference

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) hosted the first TESOL Kurdistan Scientific Conference on 10–11 December 2025, sponsored by Vision Education. The conference brought together over 500 local and international educators and linguistics experts from more than 10 universities across the Kurdistan Region and beyond. Through focused panel discussions, the event promoted professional development, advanced […]

December 10, 2025

Global Entrepreneurship Week

As part of the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH)’s programmes and activities supporting students and youth in the fields of entrepreneurship and innovation, the Global Entrepreneurship Week event was organised at the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) in coordination with the Global Entrepreneurship Network. The event included three panel discussions under the following titles: The programme also […]

December 7, 2025

Advancing Innovation: UKH Meets Iraqi PM’s Advisor for Digital Transformation and Communications

Today, Dr. Zana Ibrahim, Interim President of the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr, welcomed the Advisor to the Prime Minister of Iraq for Digital Transformations and Communications, Dr. Hassan Alkhatib.During the meeting, both sides discussed opportunities for collaboration between the University and national initiatives to bridge education with government, industry, and funding bodies, in order to […]

December 4, 2025

UKH Hosts White Coat Ceremony, Welcoming 228 Future Healthcare Professionals

The University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) proudly celebrated its White Coat Ceremony today, marking a significant milestone in the academic and professional journey of its medical and health sciences students. This symbolic event represents the transition of students into the clinical phase of their education, reaffirming their commitment to professionalism, compassion, and ethical practice. This […]

November 20, 2025