Community Service Initiative Success

Civil Engineering students from Tishk International University have successfully completed a community service project bringing clean drinking water access to Rawan Primary School in Erbil’s Sebardan district. This student-led initiative demonstrates the department’s commitment to combining academic excellence with social responsibility.

Fundraising Achievement

During the university’s 8th Annual Spring Festival on April 29, 2025, first-year Civil Engineering students organized a comprehensive food fundraising campaign featuring:

  • Traditional Kurdish cuisine: Dolma, Biryani, Burak, Kubba, and fresh salads

  • Popular items: Mini pizzas, puff pastries, Nutella cakes, and cup puddings

The well-organized food stand attracted hundreds of attendees and raised 500,000 IQD, contributing to the department’s total of 1,590,000 IQD for the clean water initiative.

Project Leadership and Supervision

The initiative was guided by a dedicated supervision team:

  • Mrs. Asma Abdulmajeed, Department Coordinator

  • Mr. Halmat Muslih, Faculty Member

  • Mrs. Suriya Shaffi, Faculty Member

  • Mr. Mohammed Mahmood, Faculty Member

Sustainable Development Impact

This project directly advances several UN Sustainable Development Goals:

  • SDG 6: Clean Water and Sanitation – ensuring safe drinking water access

  • SDG 4: Quality Education – improving school health conditions

  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption – reducing plastic bottle dependency

Educational and Community Benefits

Installed Infrastructure:

  • Water dispensers with filtration systems at Rawan Primary School

  • Reliable access to clean drinking water

  • Elimination of single-use plastic bottles

Student Development:

  • Practical experience in project management and financial planning

  • Enhanced teamwork and leadership skills

  • Community engagement and problem-solving abilities

  • Professional and civic skill development

Long-Term Impact

The water dispensers installed on July 8, 2025, will provide:

  • Ongoing access to safe drinking water for school students

  • Environmental sustainability through reduced plastic waste

  • Foundation for future student-led community service projects

  • Model for combining academic learning with community service

This initiative demonstrates how educational institutions can effectively address local needs while developing essential professional and civic skills among students.

Keywords: Clean Water Initiative, Community Service, Sustainable Development, Student Fundraising, Environmental Sustainability, Civil Engineering, TIU Community Projects, Water Accessibility, Student Leadership

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