The President of Al-Furat Al-Awsat Technical University, Professor Dr. Hassan Latif Al-Zubaidi, attended the graduation ceremony of the twelfth cohort of the Middle Technical University, entitled the “Lions of Mesopotamia Cohort.”
The ceremony was held under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Haider Baha Al-Hassani, who emphasized that technical and vocational education represents one of the key pathways for developing national competencies and preparing them to meet labour market requirements.
This came during his participation in the central graduation ceremony, where the Minister of Higher Education stated in his address that technical and vocational education constitutes one of the fundamental pillars of modern economic development, given its role in transforming scientific knowledge into productive skills and practical applications, as well as developing human resources capable of making a tangible impact across various fields of work. He further explained that the standing of nations is no longer measured solely by the resources they possess, but also by their ability to develop qualified individuals capable of investing those resources, transforming them into added value, and achieving sustainable production.
The Minister of Higher Education also noted that the Middle Technical University bears significant responsibility for preparing professionals equipped with scientific qualifications and vocational skills, capable of responding to technological transformations and the needs of productive and service sectors. He further pointed out that the development, construction, and industrial projects currently taking place in Iraq necessitate greater attention to technical and vocational specializations and the continuous development of their academic programmes in line with national priorities and labour market requirements.
Dr. Al-Hassani reiterated that the responsibility of educational institutions extends beyond graduating students and equipping them with scientific and professional qualifications. It also encompasses enhancing opportunities to harness their potential and utilize their competencies through the integration of efforts among universities, state institutions, and the private sector, as well as creating an environment that accommodates young talents and enables them to contribute to production and development. He emphasized that Iraq’s need for such qualified professionals will continue to grow as construction and reconstruction projects expand and productive sectors advance.
His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education congratulated the graduates and their families on this academic achievement, expressing his appreciation for what the graduates had accomplished throughout their years of study. He urged them to apply their knowledge and skills in their professional careers and creative endeavours, and to serve as role models of dedication, excellence, and commitment to their country. He also commended the efforts of the University’s academic and administrative staff.
The ceremony featured speeches by the President of the Middle Technical University, Professor Dr. Waddah Amer Al-Tamimi, and representatives of the graduating students. It also included the ceremonial procession of graduates, the conferral of academic degrees, and the recognition of top-performing students from the University’s colleges and institutes, as well as outstanding postgraduate students, in appreciation of their academic excellence and achievements.
On the sidelines of the ceremony, His Excellency the Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, Professor Dr. Haider Baha Al-Hassani, inaugurated the newly constructed buildings of the Digital Media Department at the College of Applied Arts and the Nuclear Energy Department at the Technical Engineering College. This initiative forms part of the Ministry’s efforts to develop the infrastructure of university institutions and enhance their educational and specialized learning environments in line with scientific and technological advancements, while providing the necessary facilities for applied education and research in specialized academic fields.
The University President was accompanied by Professor Dr. Bashar Jabbar Hamza, Dean of the Higher Institute of Nanotechnology for Postgraduate Studies, and Professor Dr. Faris Mohammed Al-Jaafari, Dean of the College of Health and Medical Technologies for Medical Rehabilitation in Najaf.
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