Tishk International University’s 9th and 10th graduation commencement took place on September 6th 2021, at the TIU Main Campus, Erbil. The event celebrated the graduation of classes 2020 and 2021, awarding degrees to more than 1100 students from across the University’s undergraduate programs in six faculties, including Dentistry, Engineering, Law, FASE, Education, and Science.

The event formally started with the recitation of the Holy Quran, followed by the national anthem. Dr. AbdulSamad Salahuddin, President of Tishk International University delivered an outstanding welcoming speech and warmly thanked Trustees, honored guests, members of faculty, colleagues, distinguished graduates, for joining this celebration. Dr. Idris Hadi, Head of Board of Trustees, also took the stage to highlight the latest significant achievements of Tishk International University, and also congratulate the graduating students. The opening ceremony proceedings combined the formal and ceremonial opening of this event and was followed by the customary graduation procedure in which the top 3 students of each department were awarded the plaque of appreciation for their excellent achievements. After that, graduating students were invited on stage and awarded their certificate of graduation. The commencement ended with a special performance by the TIU Daff Club and Idris Salih, TIU Student, who sang while students performed the traditional Kurdish Dance.

We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to all students who graduated today and to highlight that your accomplishments in education are not only for you but are achievements for the region and world. We share the pride and honor of these achievements and ensure that your academic and professional success is also our success. On behalf of TIU, we thank all the academicians and University staff for their assistance and support and hope to continue working together to help every student achieve their goals. Further, to all students who have finally graduated, acknowledge the support and help you received along the way. To all parents, guardians, family, faculty, and friends, thank you for the encouragement you have continuously provided, and the sacrifices you have made to see your student earn the certificate they received today.

We wish success to all students in their future endeavors and wish to see more of their achievements in the near future.  Also, we transfer our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all members who participated in this memorable event, especially the organizing team, valuable guests, and media agencies.