University-Wide Social Initiative Participation
On December 2, 2025, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department (PAME) at Tishk International University actively participated in the Community Service Projects and Extracurricular Activities Day, a comprehensive university-wide event organized to support social initiatives and showcase diverse student activities across campus.
Event Structure and Departmental Representation
The event featured a large-scale food fundraising campaign aimed at collecting funds for community service projects, alongside exhibitions of various extracurricular and volunteer activities throughout TIU. The Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department was officially represented by:
Department Representatives:
Ms. Ala Ibrahim
Mr. Ibrahim Fatih
Mr. Omar Azad (participating as a member of the Social Activities Committee)
Student Engagement and Fundraising Initiative
Students from the department actively joined the event, with the department organizing two dedicated food fundraising tents to collect donations supporting its specific social community project. This initiative was conducted in collaboration with the HIWA Institute for the Mute and Deaf, focusing on creating meaningful impact for this community organization.
Successful Outcomes and Community Response
The fundraising effort witnessed strong engagement from both participants and visitors, resulting in the successful collection of a substantial amount of funds designated for the department’s collaborative project with the HIWA Institute. The positive response demonstrated significant community support for this socially responsible initiative.
Departmental Commitment and Broader Mission
This active participation reflects the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department’s comprehensive commitment to:
Departmental Values Demonstrated:
Community service integration alongside academic programming
Social responsibility enactment through practical initiatives
Student engagement encouragement in meaningful extracurricular activities
Holistic education approach balancing technical training with civic development
Active societal contribution by students and staff beyond academic boundaries
The event successfully highlighted the proactive role of PAME students and staff in supporting meaningful societal initiatives, reinforcing the department’s mission to develop not only technically competent engineers but also socially responsible citizens engaged with their communities.
Keywords: Community Service, Food Fundraising, Social Responsibility, Student Engagement, Petroleum Engineering, University Events, HIWA Institute, Extracurricular Activities
