4 January، 2026
Advancing Oriental Studies: Research Unit Holds Scientific Session to Review Strategic Plans
On Tuesday, December 30, the Oriental Studies Unit at the College of Arts held a scholarly session to discuss its ongoing academic and administrative mandates. The meeting focused on reviewing the progress of its flagship strategic project, the “Comprehensive Encyclopedia of Orientalists,” alongside a review of the unit’s upcoming scholarly publications.
Strategic Objectives and Research Support
The session emphasized commitment to the directives of the Dean of the College, particularly regarding:
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Research Dynamics: Activating the work of specialized research teams.
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Global Outreach: Supporting the publication of scientific research in reputable international databases (Scopus/Clarivate).
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Scientific Collaboration: Strengthening communication channels and academic cooperation with Iraqi, Arab, and international researchers specializing in Oriental studies.
Fostering Academic Excellence
By focusing on both administrative efficiency and high-level research output, the session underscored the unit’s pivotal role in promoting a deeper understanding of Orientalist scholarship and enhancing the college’s standing in the international academic community.
