Under the supervision of the Dean of the College of Pharmacy, Professor Dr. Sarmed H. Kathem Alkhateeb, and in the presence of the Dean Assistants, Prof. Dr. Munaf H. Abdul Razzaq and. Prof. Dr. Shihab Hattab Mutlaq, along with a number of esteemed heads of scientific departments and faculty members, the University Psychological Counseling Unit, in collaboration with the Media and Public Relations Division and the Volunteer Work Unit, held a ceremony to welcome the first-stage students for the academic year 2025-2026. The event took place on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, in the Al-Quds Hall in the college. The ceremony began with the national anthem, followed by the recitation of verses from the Holy Qur’an delivered by third stage student Ali Mohammed Hamid, and the reading of Al-Fatiha for the souls of our martyrs. The event proceeded with a welcome speech to the students and a greeting to the attendees by the Head of the Media and Public Relations Division, Lec. Mais Fadhel Mohammed, along with an introductory video about the college. The Dean of the College then delivered a speech welcoming the new students, congratulating them on the start of the new academic year, and wishing them continued success. He emphasized the importance of academic excellence and adherence to university life rules, focusing on knowledge, skills, and behavior. The Dean Assistants for Scientific and Student Affairs, Prof. Dr. Munaf H. Abdul Razzaq, introduced the students to their rights and duties, emphasizing the importance of attending classes and adhering to the college regulations. He wished them a successful academic year. The ceremony included a series of educational and awareness lectures on various topics, such as “A Glimpse into the History of Pharmacy in Mesopotamia,” “Introduction to the University Psychological Counseling Unit and University Life,” and “University Campus Rules and Student Behavior.” These lectures were delivered by Asst. Prof. Dr. Lubna Abdul Karim, the Head of the University Psychological Counseling Unit, and Unit member Asst. Prof. Dr. Basma Zuheir Mohammed. The ceremony concluded with honoring the Dean of the College in appreciation of his significant efforts and continued support in advancing the students’ academic level. A student competition was then held, during which several prizes were distributed to the winners, adding a joyful and interactive atmosphere to the ceremony.
