Student Activities Division

Vision:

The vision of the division stems from its commitment to developing and enhancing students’ skills across various fields—sports, scouting, arts, and culture—in order to empower them to actively engage, work, and contribute effectively in developmental courses, sports competitions, scouting camps, and artistic and cultural festivals.

Mission:

The division’s mission lies in attracting talented students across different disciplines, nurturing their abilities, and guiding them to reach their fullest potential. Additionally, it focuses on preparing and equipping sports fields and halls that meet high standards.

Objectives:

  • Sports Sector:
    The division aims to improve students’ physical fitness and elevate their technical performance across all games and competitions. It also seeks to discover and nurture athletic talents, and to form college representative teams in various disciplines. The division promotes a spirit of cooperation and sportsmanship through instilling the values of university-level competition.

  • Scouting Sector:
    The division focuses on instilling scouting values by participating in scouting camps, forming various scouting teams, and adopting modern methods and programs in line with the academic level of the university.

  • Artistic and Cultural Sector:
    The division works on developing the talents of students in various fine arts, sculpture, ceramics, and domestic crafts.

Members of the Student Activities Division:

  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Omar Abdulaziz Khalaf / Head of the Division
  • Asst. Prof. Dr. Mohammed Hazem Hamed / Head of the Voluntary Work Unit
  • Lect. Abdulkhaliq Mohammed Khudair / Head of the Sports Unit
  • Assoc. Prof. Jassim Mohammed Taha / Head of the Cultural Unit
  • Lect. Zainab Adel Mar’i / Head of the Scouting Unit
  • Mrs. Randa Ahmed Muslat / Head of the Art Unit
  • Mr. Sufyan Sabah Nouri / Member of the Sports Unit Staff

Annual Report on Sports, Arts, Cultural, and Scouting Activities

1. Internal Sports Activities:

  • Chess Championship for male and female students

  • Table Tennis Championship for students and faculty

  • Construction of a badminton court

  • Badminton Championship for students

  • Football Championship by academic stage

  • “Death Lift” Weightlifting Championship

  • Inter-college Chess Championship (Second Campus)

2. Scouting Activities:

  • Participation in the University of Mosul Scouting Camp

3. Artistic Activities:

  • Participation in the Creative Arts Competition, winning first and second place in public speaking and ceramics at the University of Mosul

  • Hosting an art exhibition showcasing talents and crafts, including (paintings – handicraft bazaar) to support youth talents

  • Organizing an art exhibition during UNESCO Chair Week

  • Organizing an artistic and cultural festival within the annual Sustainable Development Festival

  • Organizing a college booth as part of the University Day celebrations

  • Visiting the Erbil International Book Fair

4. Voluntary Activities:

  1. A field visit for first-year students to the Central Library at the University of Mosul to familiarize them with the library’s departments and the book borrowing procedures.
  2. A field visit for second- and fourth-year students to the Central Library at the University of Mosul to familiarize them with the library’s departments and the book borrowing procedures.
  3. A field visit for the college’s students, along with several faculty members and staff, to the Mosul Museum.
  4. A field visit to the Mosul Heritage House with the participation of several female faculty members, staff, and students.
  5. A group breakfast organized as a voluntary activity for the students of our college.
  6. A voluntary activity by the college staff and a number of students to plant trees as part of extracurricular activities on the occasion of World Tree Day, March 12, 2024.
  7. A field visit to the Directorate of Labor and Social Affairs in Nineveh / Department of Care for People with Special Needs, supervised by several faculty members with a group of students.

Entrepreneurship Week and Community-Based Research Studies:

  • Organized training workshops on:
    • Artificial Intelligence in Sustainable Development
    • Role of Tech Incubators and Entrepreneurship in Strengthening Cyber National Security
    • Role of Media in Promoting Entrepreneurship Culture

Applied Field Studies Addressing Iraqi Community Issues:

  • Political orientations of University of Mosul academics toward the 2023 Provincial Council Elections – Beneficiary: Independent High Electoral Commission

  • Iraq’s national security strategy in confronting ideological and cyber extremism and terrorism – Beneficiary: High Commission for Human Rights – Nineveh Office

  • Strategies for sustainable peace in post-conflict societies: A field study in Mosul – Beneficiary: High Commission for Human Rights – Nineveh Office

  • Strategic projects in Nineveh Province: An applied study – Beneficiary: Nineveh Governorate

  • The role of Iraq’s Juvenile Reform Directorate in the psychological, social, and political rehabilitation of juveniles: Nineveh Boys Observation Home as a model – Beneficiary: Nineveh Governorate

  • The impact of political money on actual participation in the 2021 parliamentary elections: Sharqat as a model – Beneficiary: Independent High Electoral Commission – Salah al-Din Office – Sharqat Branch============================

Volunteer Work

The Student Activities Division of the College of Political Science at the University of Mosul organized a student workshop on the relationship between politics and sports.

The Student Activities Division of the College of Political Science at the University of Mosul held a workshop on the nature of the relationship between politics and sports on Monday, 28 April 2025.

The relationship between politics and sports is an intertwined duality characterized by mutual influence. Politics affects sports through legislation, funding, and official stances, such as boycotts or support for major events. Conversely, sports influence politics by promoting national identity, shaping public opinion, serving as a diplomatic tool between countries, or highlighting a country’s soft power.

The workshop included an explanation of the duties and role of the division, which focuses on supporting sports, artistic, cultural, and scouting talents.

The workshop was held under the patronage of the Dean of the College and consisted of two lectures delivered by Dr. Omar Abdulaziz Al-Zubaidi, Head of the Division, and Assistant Lecturer Omar Othman Ibrahim, Head of the Cultural Unit. The workshop targeted the student body.

College of Political Science at the University of Mosul Organizes an Academic and Recreational Trip to the Ancient City of Hatra

  • A field tour to explore the prominent archaeological landmarks in the ancient city of Hatra.
  • Connecting theoretical aspects of study with Iraq’s rich historical and cultural heritage.
  • Discussion sessions on the importance of cultural tourism and its role in promoting national identity.
  • Recreational and social activities.
  • Taking commemorative photos, especially for graduating students.

The College of Political Science at the University of Mosul organized an academic and recreational trip to the ancient city of Hatra on Thursday, 17 April 2025. The trip was aimed at all members of the college, including faculty, staff, and students, led by the Administrative Assistant, Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Hussein Yaseen, and the Head of the International Relations Department, Professor Dr. Hazem Hamad Musa.

The trip included a field tour inside the historical city (located 80 kilometers southwest of Mosul), which is considered one of the most prominent archaeological sites in Iraq. Participants explored the archaeological landmarks, linking the theoretical knowledge gained in lectures with Iraq’s rich historical and cultural reality.

The trip also featured recreational and social segments, including dialogue sessions on the importance of cultural tourism and its role in strengthening national identity. The visit concluded with group photo sessions, particularly for graduating students.

The College of Political Science at the University of Mosul Organizes a Group Iftar for Dormitory Students

The College of Political Science at the University of Mosul organized a group iftar for dormitory students on the evening of Tuesday, 11 March 2025.

The event aimed to support students, strengthen social bonds, and promote a spirit of solidarity and brotherhood, especially during the blessed month of Ramadan. It took place in a friendly atmosphere that reflects the college’s commitment to providing a comprehensive university environment filled with affection, harmony, and cooperation.

The iftar was held under the patronage and in the presence of the Dean of the College, Assistant Professor Dr. Tarek Mohammed Tayeb Dhahir. The event was also honored by the presence of the Head of Mosul Churches for Syriac Catholics, Father Raed Adel. Additionally, the scientific and administrative assistants, along with a number of faculty members, employees, and dormitory students, attended the gathering.