The American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS) was pleased to receive a distinguished delegation from the University of Kurdistan Hewlêr (UKH) on Thursday, April 10, 2025.

The UKH delegation included Professor Chris Bridle, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Blend Hussen Mohammed, Program Director of the Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Program; Professor Teshk Nouri Shawis, Dean of the School of Medicine; and the university’s Finance Director.

The visit centered on discussions around the higher education systems at both institutions, with a particular focus on the alignment between academic programs and the needs of the community and labor market. The conversations reflected a shared interest in ensuring that academic offerings are responsive to real-world challenges and contribute meaningfully to society.

The delegation also visited the AUIS Dentistry Laboratory, where they viewed the facilities and gained insights into the University's applied learning environments and infrastructure for dental education.

AUIS expressed its appreciation for the visit and the opportunity to exchange ideas on educational models, student development, and the broader impact of higher education in the Kurdistan Region.