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Tishk International University Hosts European Union Delegation for an Academic Session on Global Affairs The International Relations Office, in coordination with the Department of International Relations and Diplomacy at Tishk International University (TIU), organized a distinguished academic session featuring a delegation from the European Union Liaison Office in Erbil on June 14, 2026.  The event was held at the university campus and brought together university leadership, faculty members, and students for an engaging discussion on contemporary international affairs. The session was delivered by Mr. Radu Butum, Head of the European Union Liaison Office in Erbil, who presented a lecture entitled “The [...]

Start Cup Competition 2026Entrepreneurship in the MediterraneanThe International Relations Office at Tishk International University is pleased to announce an exciting opportunity for TIU students to participate in the 7th edition of the Start Cup Competition – "Entrepreneurship in the Mediterranean", organized by UNIMED (Mediterranean Universities Union) in collaboration with the Lebanese University, the European Training Foundation (ETF), AUF-Moyen Orient, and CIHEAM Bari.The competition will take place in Turin, Italy, on 23–24 November 2026 and will bring together talented student entrepreneurs from universities across the Mediterranean region.About the CompetitionThe Start Cup Competition is an international contest that encourages university students to develop [...]

Tishk International University Hosted Delegation from the French Embassy in Baghdad Tishk International University (TIU) hosted Ms. Pauline Lapointe, Attachée for Higher Education and Scientific Research at the French Embassy in Baghdad, along with Mr. Yadikar Kouja, Head Office of Campus France at the French Institute in Erbil, during an official visit held on May 19, 2026, at the university’s main campus. The delegation was warmly welcomed by Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi Salih, Head of the Board of Trustees; Prof. Dr. Sultan T. Abu-Orabi, President of TIU; Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir, Academic Vice President; Asst. Prof. Dr. Fatih Cura, [...]

Tishk International University and Effat University Signed Memorandum of Understanding in Virtual Ceremony Tishk International University (TIU) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Effat University, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, during an official virtual signing ceremony held on May 18, 2026. Effat University is a private non-profit institution located in Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Established in 1999 under the patronage of Queen Effat Al-Thunayan Al-Saud, the university is recognized as one of the leading higher education institutions for women in the region. Effat University offers undergraduate and graduate programs in engineering, architecture, business, humanities, and design. During the meeting, [...]

Tishk International University Delegation Visits the Consulate General of Poland in Erbil  On May 13th May 2026, a delegation from Tishk International University, represented by Assistant Professor Dr. Idris Hadi Salih, Head of the Board of Trustees, and Mr. Dana Shamsaddin, Director of the International Relations Office, paid an official visit to the Consulate General of Poland in Erbil. The delegation was warmly received by Mr. Maciej Zajdel, Deputy Consul General of Poland in Erbil, where both sides engaged in productive discussions on strengthening academic cooperation and expanding international partnerships between higher education institutions in the Kurdistan Region and Poland. During [...]

Tishk International University Signs Memorandum of Understanding with Quantum University, India Tishk International University (TIU) successfully held a virtual signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Quantum University, Roorkee, India, on May 6, 2026, marking a significant step toward strengthening international academic collaboration. Quantum University, Roorkee, is a multidisciplinary private institution integrating engineering, business, and applied sciences. It is known for its innovative, industry-oriented and interdisciplinary education approach. The event commenced with a welcoming address by Prof. Dr. Sultan T. Abu-Orabi, President of TIU, who emphasized the university’s ongoing commitment to expanding its global partnerships and fostering academic excellence [...]

Tishk International University Strengthens Collaboration with KCAC Tishk International University took an important step toward enhancing its engagement in cultural and creative initiatives through an official visit to the Kurdistan Center for Arts and Culture On 28 April 2026. The delegation from TIU included Asst. Prof. Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir, Academic Vice President, and Mr. Dana Shamsaddin, Director of International Relations. They were warmly received by Mr. Mohammed Fatih, Managing Director of KCAC, and Mr. Fateh Rebar, Head of Communications and Media. Kurdistan Center for Arts & Culture (KCAC) is an organization based in Erbil dedicated to building an inclusive global community [...]

Tishk International University Delegation Visits University of Mosul to enhance Academic Collaboration A delegation from Tishk International University paid an official visit to the University of Mosul on April 26, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen academic cooperation and institutional partnerships. Tishk International University represented by Mr. Dana Shamsaddin, Director of the International Relations Office, Mr. Yad Sirwan, Coordinator, Mr. Frsat Abdullah, Director of Human Resources, and Mr. Aram Fuad, vice adminstrative manager. The delegation was warmly received by Dr. Abdul Rahim Ibrahim Jasim, Assistant to the President for Scientific Affairs and other key officials at the University of [...]

Tishk International University Hosts Announcement Session on Cybersecurity Capacity Development Bootcamp Opportunity The International Relations Office (IRO) at Tishk International University organized an informative announcement session today on April 23, 2026 to introduce an exciting international opportunity titled “Cybersecurity Capacity Development Bootcamp”, which will take place in Madrid, Spain. The program is scheduled to begin on June 8, 2026, and will run for a total duration of six months, including one month of in-person training in Madrid followed by five months of online learning. The opportunity is open to both students and staff members, with a maximum of 10 participants to [...]

Tishk International University Signs Memorandum of Understanding in Virtual Ceremony with International Academic Partners Tishk International University successfully held a virtual signing ceremony for a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SELART European Academy and European University RAK (EURAK–UAE) on April 21, 2026. The event marks an important step toward strengthening international academic collaboration and fostering global partnerships. The program opened with a welcoming address delivered by Prof. Dr. Sultan T. Abu-Orabi, President of TIU, who highlighted the significance of international cooperation in advancing higher education, research, and innovation. This was followed by a series of presentations, including an overview of TIU [...]