Mr. Scott Reese, US Consular Officer in Erbil, visited our university in the purpose of giving a seminar as to upcoming US Elections which is going to be held on Thursday, November 08, 2016.

Vice President Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir welcomed Mr. Scott Reese in the Office of President. A short meeting was held before the seminar, consisting of Vice President Dr. Mehmet Ozdemir, Vice President Umed Aruzery, Dean of Law Faculty Dr. Huseyin Cakillikoyak, Dean of Faculty of Administrative Sciences and Economics Fatih Cura, and Mr. Scott Reese.

Dr. Ozdemir gave a brief info as to our university’s mission and vision as well as its role, our contribution to the region, future plans, and thoughts on the regions. He, as well, pointed out Tishk International is not only a local university, but also an international university by means of multi-dimensional and diverse-student population. He also mentioned about exchange programs that made us international university.  

At the same time, Mr. Umed mentioned about Fezalar Educational Company since Tishk International is a part of it. Dr. Huseyin emphasized the importance of the local and international accreditations that Tishk International has some them and in process for some. Mr. Fatih underlined that academic achievements and activities of Tishk International .

Besides that, the main theme of the conversation and discussion was about US Election, and maintaining this partnership and cooperation for further activities in future between Tishk International University and Consulate, since US Consulate opens its doors to Tishk International activities.

Regarding Mr. Reese’s Lectures on the upcoming American Presidential Elections, he as a guest speaker of the International Relations and Diplomacy (IRD) Department of Tishk International University gave a lecture. During the lecture, Mr. Reese made a stimulating presentation on the overall presidential election system in the United States and its lexicon including caucuses, primaries, Electoral College, swing states, inauguration and the election calendar. In addition to the IRD program, students from other departments and faculties showed interest in the event.

The presentation was followed by a lively Q&A session during which Mr. Reese responded to a variety of questions about the presidential elections, US system of government, education issues and regional developments.

We are so pleased for his visit. We would like to express our sincere thanks and appreciation Mr. Scott Reese for the seminar and his effort.