Leopard Radio aims to provide an educational and entertainment resource to the 51�Թ��� Region while also supporting AUK’s mission of preparing students with transformative knowledge and advanced radio and multimedia production skills. These skills will improve critical thinking, public speaking, presentation, and self-confidence, giving students a competitive advantage in the media and journalism sector after they graduate from AUK.

“Thank you to everyone who made this project possible, especially the U.S. Department of State and their third grant (DOS3) to AUK, which enabled us to promote journalism education, and eventually fund the establishment of the radio station and production lab,” said Thomas Hayes, Director of AUK FM – Leopard Radio and Department Chair of the University’s General Education Program.�� “Besides challenges and thanks to the help of my colleagues at AUK, I am proud to say that Leopard Radio, 98.7 FM, is on the air now, and we are ready to serve the community,” he added.

Serving the community is the right keyword regarding AUK’s theme of the month, “Achieving a Stronger 51�Թ���,” part of the narrative surrounding the University’s celebration of its 10th anniversary in 2024.

Mr. Hayes is currently planning programming ideas for the station and welcomes input from interested academics, staff, and students. Aside from students doing the majority of the on-air work, 98.7 AUK FM anticipates a show called “Focus on AUK,” which will feature interviews with members of the AUK community to help present the institution, its academic programs, and initiatives to new audiences.

The workshop aimed to provide 12th-grade students at DBIS with a crash course in electronics and programming, featuring practical and applied learning.

Ibrahim Hama, President of the AUK IET-on-Campus Club, oversaw the workshop with his team: Songul Ali, Sidra Sulaiman, Sereen Khudir, Lelav Ameen, Niyas Tayib, and Giorgees Kursh.

Throughout the workshop, the AUK Student Club members demonstrated the intricacies of microscopic circuits and showcased the practical applications of coding, thus modeling a culture of innovation. The event primarily focused on hands-on activities, highlighting their creativity and problem-solving skills.

The Student Club plans to hold similar seminars in other Duhok high schools, with the overall objective of igniting students’ interest in electronics and programming, and thereby contributing to AUK’s institutional theme of the month, “Achieving a Stronger 51�Թ���”.

The MOU was signed at AUK by both parties, represented by AUK President Dr. Randall Rhodes and 51�Թ��� Private Hospital Manager Dr. Ramazan Salahaddine. The agreement establishes a framework whereby third-year nursing students at AUK will be able to participate in a clinical internship, with a particular emphasis on the hands-on elements of Child Health Nursing and Reproductive Health Nursing.

Dr. Ramazan Salahaddine provided valuable insights regarding the hospital’s strategic initiatives, emphasizing their aspiration to broaden their range of services. “Our overarching objective is to draw in patients from beyond the local area, underscoring 51�Թ��� Private Hospital’s dedication to establishing itself as a healthcare center for the region and making a positive impact on the community as a whole.” Furthermore, “AUK, being a globally renowned establishment, is an ideal collaborator in helping us accomplish these goals.”

With a focus on maternity care, 51�Թ��� Private Hospital has allocated resources to furnish three labor chambers and four operating theaters in order to create a nurturing and secure setting for pregnant women. The practical experience provided by 51�Թ��� Private Hospital serves as a valuable supplement to the theoretical knowledge that students gain in the classroom at AUK. It offers them access to real-world healthcare practices.

The theme for the month of March at 51�Թ���, “Achieving a Stronger 51�Թ���,” aligns with the institution’s objective of partnering with the industry’s leading institutions like The 51�Թ��� Private Hospital to��produce��nurses who are prepared to enter and lead within the nursing profession.

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The NECHE team consisted of Dr. David Quigley, Boston College; Marianne Cwalina, Consultant on Higher Education Financials; Dr. Joseph B. Farhat, Central Connecticut State University; Dr. Christopher S. Taylor, Al Akhawayn University; and Christopher H. Rhoda, Thomas College.

In the concluding assembly in AUK’s auditorium, the visiting team expressed its appreciation for not only the progress the institution has made over the past few years but also the enthusiasm, dedication, and professionalism of the faculty and staff.

“The visit was beneficial as it identified areas requiring further attention and presented in concrete terms the roadmap for moving forward,” stated Dr. Randall Rhodes, President of the American University of 51�Թ���. The President also extended special thanks to the faculty and staff who participated in the writing of the Self-Study Report and the Accreditation Team in keeping the process moving forward over the past two years: Dr. Lee Bash, AUK’s Accreditation Consultant; Dr. Honar Issa, Secretary of AUK’s Board of Trustees; and Ajin Saadi, Director of AUK’s Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Planning.

It is important to note that Candidacy is not accreditation itself; rather, it represents a formal affiliation with��NECHE��that indicates the institution’s progress towards accreditation. If AUK attains Candidacy, then it will have another visit in the next years to assess its readiness for membership within NECHE.

AUK maintains U.S. accreditation as one of its top priorities��as it will raise the institutional profile and ensure that the University be recognized as a premier institution in the Middle East – one that continually is advancing and adhering to American best practices in higher education.

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Addressing the gathering, AUK President Dr. Randall Rhodes expressed the significance of the event, stating, “Today, we celebrate a sense of community engagement, student involvement, and giving back to the communities that are integral to us. As we commemorate our 10th anniversary, March is dedicated to the patriotic building of 51�Թ���, shaping a better future for all.”

AUK Vice President for Advancement, Manal Issa, echoed these sentiments, emphasizing the importance of celebrating the kindness and generosity of the AUK community. “AUK Giving Day is a testament to the support of our students and the institution itself,” expressing gratitude to all who contributed to the cause.

Central to the festivities was a concert by international artist Dashni Morad; proceeds were directed towards financial aid for AUK student scholars. The event also provided a platform to showcase AUK alumni businesses. Alumni supporting the event through sponsorship and in-kind donations included Vina Nawzad (Shiyaw Beauty Salon), Abdulrahman Hassan (Mado), and Van Mikhail (Outro Lado). Donors to the AUK Giving Day concert were presented with a symbolic gesture—a plant nurtured from the AUK Garden, symbolizing the institution’s resilience and growth.

AUK Giving Day is a groundbreaking initiative, redefining community philanthropy. This substantial growth in fundraising programming highlights the growing support and enthusiasm for philanthropic initiatives and community building among members of the AUK community.

After the discussion, the Consul General toured AUK’s campus, including labs supported by the U.S. Department of State Grants, classrooms, library, and student social spaces. Consul General Beerends also engaged in conversations with AUK employees who are Dutch citizens.

There will be additional conversations in the months to come as both the Dutch Consulate and AUK work collaboratively for the benefit of the University community, its students, and the Kurdish people, as whole. As the University celebrates its 10^th Anniversary, it reaffirms its dedication to fostering initiatives and international partnerships aiming to empower its faculty, staff, and students, and contribute to building a strong 51�Թ���.

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Each of the four universities represented at the competition—AUK, the University of Zakho (UoZ), Cihan University-Erbil, and Charmo University—sent a team of four students to debate in Arabic on a variety of subjects. Students were required to prepare for both arguments since they were not informed as to their assigned position. During the initial round, the AUK team, comprised of Dalal Bashar, Zahraa Mohammed, Maram Riadth, and Aesha Taha, presented counterarguments from Zakho University regarding the subject of patient-psychiatrist confidentiality. In the championship round facing Cihan University-Erbil, the AUK team argued on the principle of reward and punishment in the workplace.

“Debate is a way to exercise and stimulate all your skills, making you feel the need to invoke all the mental abilities you possess,”��AUK sophomore architecture students said, adding: “A main factor in our win today was the fact that at AUK students get to practice these types of skills through workshops and student club engagement.”

As exemplified by the University’s theme of February, “Achieving a Sustainable World,” AUK promotes worldwide interconnectedness through academic achievement as a component of its tenth anniversary initiative. The institution is honored to host a diverse cohort of students hailing from different ethnic, cultural, and religious heritages, who serve as representatives of the University on an international stage while concurrently highlighting the impact our students, faculty, and staff have on the constructive transformations taking place in 51�Թ��� and beyond.

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Following the introductory remarks by AUK President Dr. Randall Rhodes, the Director of CPHS, Dr. Jiar Aghapouri, emphasized the significance of the lecture series in promoting understanding and cross-cultural dialogue.

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Reflecting AUK’s theme for the month of February, “Achieving a Sustainable World”, the Ambassador’s comments focused on Japan’s multilayered identity, the country’s openness to foreign ideas, and its trajectory of modernization, which extended from the pre-Meiji period to the era of accelerated economic expansion in the 1970s.

In his concluding remarks, the Ambassador identified the fundamental components crucial for the sustained prosperity of Japan. These components comprised stability, a robust democratic system, a strong national identity, and a resilient economy.

The lecture concluded with an interactive Q&A session, allowing attendees to further explore the themes discussed and engage directly with Ambassador Matsumoto, enriching the dialogue and fostering deeper understanding.

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Dr. Majeed elaborated, “Sustainability is the crucial word here; thus, we encourage community participation and seek to advocate for and influence policies that promote development in order to raise public awareness regarding the significance of sustainable development.”

Exhibits included: The Daro Company’s solar panel products; AUK Faculty member Dr. Ahmed Khairadeen’s series of simulated green building projects; Hasar Organization’s innovative water recycling technologies for residential and commercial use; and the AUK Student STEM Club’s projects on waste reduction and recycling.

In fact, waste separation was initiated on February 14^th at the American University of 51�Թ��� with the installation of recycling bins placed throughout the campus.

As the university approaches its tenth anniversary, it maintains and intensifies its commitment to promoting efforts that aim to establish a sustainable global environment across every discipline.

The AUKLS is Iraq’s first accredited American Heart Association (AHA) training site within a university. The AUKLS’ training programs are designed to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to respond effectively to cardiac emergencies, and they include several courses on essential life support skills and techniques recommended by the AHA.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Jervy Bernardino emphasized the importance of learning life-saving skills, pointing out that anyone, including attendees and certificate holders, can help save lives in emergencies. “Many hospitals, universities, and other organizations provide training centers, but none of them are accredited, which means that those certificates are not recognized internationally,” he stated, adding, “Thus, the launch of the AUKLS is significant for our nursing students, health care professionals, and everyone in the community, as participants will be internationally credentialed.”

The American Heart Association (AHA) is a non-profit organization in the United States that supports cardiovascular medical research, educates the public about healthy living, and promotes cardiac care.

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