Student Art Showcase

On June 24, 2025, the Architecture Department at Tishk International University organized a special gallery event featuring calligraphy projects created by fifth-grade students. The exhibition displayed works from their second-semester Calligraphy Course, demonstrating exceptional mastery of Square Kufic script and innovative integration of traditional techniques with contemporary design.

Instructional Supervision

The exhibition was conducted under the guidance of:

  • Ms. Shaymaa Jalil

  • Ms. Marwa Aram

Artistic Achievement

The gallery featured:

  • Diverse collection of Square Kufic calligraphy works

  • Creative fusion of traditional and modern design elements

  • Technical precision in script execution

  • Artistic expression through Islamic calligraphy

  • Innovative applications in architectural context

Special Recognition

Select projects were presented as gifts to distinguished university leaders:

  • Dr. Idris Hadi Saleh, Chair of Trustees

  • Dr. Sultan T. Abu-Orabi, University President

  • Mr. Mohammed Abdulghani, Dean of Students

  • Dr. Wasfi Kahwachi, Research Center Director

  • Dr. Mehmet Özdemir, Academic Vice President

  • Ali Mohammad Salih, Head of Architecture Department at University of Kurdistan Hewler

Educational Significance

This event highlighted:

  • Department’s commitment to art and architecture integration

  • Student creativity and technical skill development

  • Cultural preservation through traditional art forms

  • Inter-institutional relationship building

  • Academic excellence in artistic education

The exhibition successfully celebrated student achievements while demonstrating the important role of traditional Islamic arts in contemporary architectural education.

Keywords: Calligraphy Exhibition, Square Kufic, Student Artwork, Islamic Art, Architectural Education, Traditional Craft, University Recognition, Artistic Achievement, Cultural Integration