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Erbil, March 14, 2026 — Tishk International University organized a tree-planting initiative on campus, bringing together students, academic staff, and employees in a shared effort to promote environmental sustainability and enhance the campus environment. The activity was held with the presence of Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi Saleh, Head of the Board of Trustees, whose participation highlighted the University’s strong commitment to environmental responsibility and community engagement. During the initiative, participants worked collaboratively to plant trees across different areas of the campus, contributing to the creation of greener spaces and raising awareness about the importance of protecting natural resources. The event also aimed [...]

Tishk International University (TIU) has reached an exciting new milestone in the The Times Higher Education Asia University Rankings 2026 ranks  , earning a place in the 401–500 band and ranking 1st in the Kurdistan Region as well as Iraq among participating universities. The results highlight TIU’s steady progress and growing reputation, particularly in Research Quality (59.7) and International Outlook (68.6), two areas that reflect the university’s commitment to impactful research and global collaboration. With an overall score between 33.7–36.3, TIU continues to strengthen its position on the regional and international stage. This achievement is a proud moment for the entire TIU students, and faculty members, whose [...]

The Faculty of Law at Tishk International University organized a specialized seminar on April 22, 2026, to mark Kurdish Press Day, focusing on the legal framework of media in the Kurdistan Region. The event opened with remarks by Asst. Prof. Dr. Idris Hadi Salih, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, who emphasized the importance of collaboration between academic institutions and professional syndicates in strengthening the legal environment. The seminar featured a keynote by Mr. Azad Hamad Amin Sheikh Younis, President of the Kurdistan Journalists Syndicate, who discussed legislative requirements and key challenges facing the media sector, highlighting the need to align laws with international [...]

As part of its ongoing efforts to expand international academic partnerships, the President of Tishk International University, Dr. Sultan T. Abu- Orabi, conducted an official visit to leading universities in the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan in March 2026. During his stay, Prof. Dr. Abu- Orabi met with the President of Al-Zaytoonah University of Jordan, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Al-Majali, along with several senior university officials. The meeting focused on enhancing academic cooperation between the two institutions, particularly in the areas of student and faculty exchange programs, as well as the organization of joint academic conferences. A similar visit was also made to [...]

As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international academic relations, the President of Tishk International University, Prof. Dr. Sultan T.  Abu- Orabi, met with the Ambassador of the Republic of Iraq to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan and Non-Resident Ambassador to the State of Palestine, H.E. Mr. Omar Al-Barzanji, on Sunday, March 29, 2026, at the Iraqi Embassy in Amman. The meeting was marked by a warm exchange of greetings and mutual appreciation. Ambassador Al-Barzanji expressed his pride in the distinguished academic role played by Tishk International University in Erbil, highlighting its significant contributions to the advancement of higher education and [...]