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For the first time, Erbil Polytechnic University gave smart technology and artificial intelligence to the students of the Medical Technical Institute. This helped them to study in a modern way using advanced technology. On Thursday, with the presence of the university Rector, his assistants, some university council members, and government and party officials, a human-like smart device was given to the students of the Medical Technical Institute in Erbil.

This device was used for the first time in government and private universities in the Kurdistan Region. It looked like a human and acted like a patient. Students practiced on the device instead of real patients in hospitals. They learned and treated the smart device like a real sick person.The university Rector continued building the university base and also worked on renewing and creating new halls and labs for all colleges and institutes. After getting funds last year from the Ministry of Finance and Economy, the university bought many devices, microscopes, and computers. This year, the plan is also to buy many new devices and modern technology.

On Thursday, April 10, 2025, with the presence of the Rector of the university, his assistants, some members of the Polytechnic University Council of Erbil, the head of the Aso area committee, and several government and party officials, the College Day Festival was held at Erbil Technical Medical Institute.At the beginning, Mr. Tiran Jamil, the head of the institute, welcomed the guests in a speech. He talked about the festival as a scientific, artistic, and cultural activity. It was organized with the help of students and teachers from all eight departments of the institute, especially the staff.The head of the institute thanked all the companies who joined the festival. These companies helped by giving information about their work and offering job opportunities for the students, especially for the students of the Polytechnic University of Erbil.

Then, Dr. Idris Mohammed Tahir Herki, the Rector of the Polytechnic University of Erbil, gave a speech after welcoming the guests. He thanked the institute for organizing the festival in a beautiful way. He hoped to see more of these activities in all colleges and institutes.The Rector said that he and the university council always supported the scientific activities of colleges and institutes. He said that the Technical Medical Institute is one of the most important institutes because it prepared many graduates every year who found jobs in the work market, especially in public and private hospitals.

At the end, the Rector said that the university gave the institute a modern machine. This was the first time such a machine was used in public universities. He said the university was ready to provide all the needs of the medical and other departments.

After that, the Rector and the guests visited the departments of the festival. They thanked the organizers and wished success to all the participants

A two-day intensive Training Course was successfully conducted at Mergasor Technical Institute on April 6–7, 2025, targeting students who had previously participated in the IREX, Global Solutions Sustainability Challenges Program.

At the start of the course, the Dean of the Institute, Dr. Talib Mohammed Sharif Omar, delivered an opening address in which he emphasized the significance of such training opportunities in enhancing students’ skills and supporting them in transforming their ideas into viable projects and future businesses. The course was designed to develop students’ professional and entrepreneurial skill , encourage the creation and management of small businesses and Promote the use of modern technology in business and communication

The first day of the course (Sunday, April 6) was led by Prof. Dr. Mahmoud Bashkali, who delivered an insightful session on entrepreneurship. He discussed how individuals can start their own businesses, the key elements of business success, and the mindset differences between poverty and wealth.

The second day (Monday, April 7) was facilitated by Ms. Sara Abdullah, who explored the evolution of communication — from ancient stone inscriptions to today’s digital platforms like Viber, WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Her session highlighted the significance of communication in professional and personal growth in the digital age.

This training course was made possible through a small grant provided by IREX, with the support of JCSVEI and the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs, and implemented by the Aspen Institute.

Under the supervision of Umid Khoshnaw, the Governor of Erbil, and with the presence of Prof. Dr. Edrees Muhammed Tahir Herki, the Rector of Erbil Polytechnic University, along with the university’s vice Rector, several members of the university council, general directors, and the director of the environmental services department in Erbil Governorate, World Earth Hour was observed at the first campus of Erbil Polytechnic University.The event was organized by the Aviar Environmental Awareness Organization in coordination with Erbil Polytechnic University and several environmental institutions. It aimed to raise environmental awareness in Kurdistan, particularly in the capital, Erbil. During the event, the lights were turned off for several minutes, and candles were lit to symbolize the occasion.

Then, the Governor of Erbil gave a speech, praising the Aviar Organization, Erbil Polytechnic University, and the organizers of the event. He also appreciated all the institutions, organizations, and activists working to protect the environment in Erbil. He thanked them for their efforts in preserving nature and keeping the environment clean. The Rector of Erbil Polytechnic University talked about the importance of protecting the environment. He also said that the Kurdistan Regional Government took necessary steps to address climate change.

 Earth Hour was a global event with participation from more than 150 countries. Every year, it took place worldwide on the last Saturday of March after 8:00 PM.The purpose of this event was to highlight environmental problems that people faced daily. These issues included low environmental awareness in communities, excessive electricity use, too many cars in cities, pollution in public places, waste, air pollution, contamination of drinking water sources, and a lack of strong environmental awareness