The Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research announces that the test for the Higher Education Reading Award will take place on Saturday, October 12, 2024, according to the following conditions:

1. The test will begin at 10:00 AM.
2. The competition's online platform (https://awards.mohesr.gov.iq) is accessible from smartphones, tablets, and computers.
3. The test will consist of 100 questions, each with four answer choices.
4. The time allocated for the test is 1 hour and 25 minutes, with 45 seconds per question.
5. Upon accessing the test platform, a countdown timer will display the total time and the time allocated for each question.
6. Once a selection is made for a question, it cannot be changed.
7. Answers will be automatically corrected, and the result, along with the time taken to complete the test, will be displayed upon completion.

The organizing committee also informs registered students that their username and password will be sent to their university email accounts to enable them to participate in the test at the scheduled time.

Baghdad, Iraq – October 9, 2024 The results of the THE World University Rankings 2025 were announced, with the University of Technology achieving a remarkable milestone by securing first place locally among Iraqi universities for the second consecutive year out of a total of 18 ranked institutions. On the global stage, the University of Technology was placed within the (1001–1200) range out of 2,092 universities worldwide included in the rankings. The THE World University Rankings are based on a range of academic criteria, including teaching, research, international reputation, and other key metrics. This ranking is widely regarded as one of the most prestigious and reliable benchmarks for assessing university performance globally. On this occasion, the President of the University of Technology, Professor Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Hassan Al-Ghaban, expressed his pride in this achievement, stating that it reflects the university’s distinguished academic level and strengthens its standing among global universities. He emphasized that this ranking is the result of continuous efforts by faculty and students in both education and research. It also highlights the university’s commitment to fostering an advanced educational environment that keeps pace with global developments across various disciplines. Al-Ghaban added, "The 2025 Times ranking is a significant milestone in the University of Technology's journey towards global recognition. We are proud of this progress and reaffirm our commitment to enhancing the quality of education and research while building fruitful international partnerships to further improve our future rankings." The University of Technology is dedicated to providing higher education that meets the highest academic standards, focusing on research that addresses both local and global needs. It also aims to enhance its international reputation, reflecting its future ambitions. With this achievement, the University of Technology continues to set an outstanding example of higher education in Iraq, demonstrating its ability to excel across various academic fields.

Under the patronage of the President of the University of Technology, Professor Dr. Ahmed Mohammed Hassan Al-Ghaban, and supervised by the Head of the Computer Science Department, Professor Dr. Alaa Kadhim Farhan, a seminar titled "Student Ethics on Campus" was held on Tuesday, October 8, 2024. The event was organized in collaboration with Assistant Lecturer Haneen Rasheed Majeed from the Office of the University President / Psychological Counseling and Educational Guidance Division. It took place in the Dr. Imad Kadhim Memorial Hall in the Computer Science Department building, with the attendance of the Scientific Assistant, Professor Dr. Abeer Tareq Mawlood, along with faculty members and students. The seminar covered two key topics. The first focused on student behavior, emphasizing the importance of adhering to cultural values, demonstrating good conduct with peers, avoiding bullying, maintaining campus cleanliness, wearing modest attire, and engaging responsibly with social media. The second topic addressed the relationship between students and their teachers, highlighting the importance of respecting faculty members, appreciating their efforts in delivering academic content, and recognizing their role as respected figures in society. At the conclusion of the seminar, the department’s Scientific Assistant awarded a certificate of appreciation to the lecturer in recognition of her efforts in delivering the session.

Under the direct supervision of the Head of the Computer Science Department, Professor Dr. Alaa Kadhim Farhan, and with the participation of the Administrative Assistant, Assistant Professor Dr. Bashar Saadoun Mahdi, along with a group of faculty members and students, the Computer Science Department organized a tree-planting campaign in the department's gardens on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. The campaign involved planting evergreen trees and seasonal seedlings to expand the university's green spaces and encourage volunteer work among the department’s students. Such initiatives positively impact the environment by promoting healthy surroundings and reducing pollution. It is worth mentioning that this campaign is part of a series of regular efforts by the department to maintain and sustain green spaces.

On Monday, September 23, 2024, a workshop was held on how to use the Graduate Students Tracking System, programmed by two faculty members from the Computer Science Department: Assistant Lecturer Fadel Abbas Fadel and Assistant Lecturer Mohammed Thamer Abdulhadi. The workshop was attended by the Director of the Graduate Studies Department at the University of Technology, along with all academic assistants of the departments and the managers of the Graduate Studies Division at the university. The workshop aimed to familiarize the academic and administrative staff with the system’s usage and demonstrate how its tools can facilitate the tracking of graduate students and streamline the management of each student’s academic progress. This system represents a significant step toward improving communication between students and supervisors and organizing academic information with greater accuracy and efficiency.