Interviews with Staff and Students

Physiotherapy Department Visits International Committee of the Red Cross

2026-04-14T13:32:27+03:00

Academic Field Trip to Specialized Rehabilitation Services On February 4, 2026, the Physiotherapy Department at Tishk International University organized an academic visit to the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). The visit was arranged for third- and fourth-grade students as part of the department’s commitment to integrating theoretical knowledge with real-world clinical exposure. This educational trip provided students with valuable insight into specialized rehabilitation services, particularly in the areas of prosthetics and orthotics. Significance for Third-Grade Students For third-grade students, the visit was especially significant as they are currently undertaking coursework in prosthetics and orthotics with lecturer Dr. Aminu A. Ibrahim. Observing real clinical environments allowed them to: Connect [...]

Physiotherapy Department Visits International Committee of the Red Cross2026-04-14T13:32:27+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Staff Participate in Research Workshop

2026-04-21T17:00:15+03:00

Academic staff from the Department of Physiotherapy at Tishk International University actively participated in the National Workshop: Research Insights – From Idea to Research Publication, held on 27 January 2026. The workshop was organized by the Department of Business and Management, FASE, in collaboration with the Research Center Unit of the university. This valuable academic event focused on guiding participants through the complete research process, from developing an initial idea to producing a high-quality publishable manuscript. The participation of Physiotherapy Department staff in this workshop reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence, professional development, and research advancement. The sessions [...]

Physiotherapy Department Staff Participate in Research Workshop2026-04-21T17:00:15+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Hosts Breakfast for Students During Exams

2026-04-14T13:31:04+03:00

Supporting Student Well-Being During Examination Period On January 22, 2026, the Physiotherapy Department at Tishk International University organized a supportive breakfast initiative for first- and fourth-grade physiotherapy students during their examination period. This activity was held as part of the department’s ongoing commitment to promoting not only academic excellence but also student well-being and social support. Timing and Student Context The breakfast was arranged in the early morning hours to coincide with a particularly demanding time for students: Grade Examination Context First-grade students Preparing for midterm examinations Fourth-grade students Undertaking final examinations of the semester (a crucial milestone in their academic journey) Recognizing the academic pressure associated with [...]

Physiotherapy Department Hosts Breakfast for Students During Exams2026-04-14T13:31:04+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Participates in Christmas Celebration

2026-04-21T14:27:00+03:00

On 23rd December 2025, Tishk International University organized a special celebration in honor of Christmas, creating a joyful and inclusive atmosphere for Christian students and staff across the university. The Department of Physiotherapy proudly took part in this meaningful event, expressing sincere respect and appreciation for the Christian community and joining in the celebration of this important religious occasion. The initiative reflected the university’s commitment to fostering not only academic excellence but also mutual understanding, diversity, and cultural harmony within its campus community. The celebration highlighted the spirit of coexistence that defines Tishk International University. Students and staff from different [...]

Physiotherapy Department Participates in Christmas Celebration2026-04-21T14:27:00+03:00

Physiotherapy and Law Departments Host Disability Awareness Workshop

2026-04-14T13:25:35+03:00

Interdisciplinary Collaboration for Inclusion and Equity The Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Applied Sciences, in collaboration with the Department of Law, Tishk International University, successfully organized a National Workshop on Disability Awareness and Inclusion in observance of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities 2025, held on December 10, 2025, at the Education Building, Hall 302. This interdisciplinary academic event reflected the university’s commitment to promoting inclusion, equity, and social responsibility within both the academic environment and the wider community. Workshop Aim and Perspectives The workshop aimed to enhance awareness and understanding of disability from three complementary perspectives: Perspective Focus Healthcare Medical and rehabilitation aspects of disability Social Inclusion, equity, and [...]

Physiotherapy and Law Departments Host Disability Awareness Workshop2026-04-14T13:25:35+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Welcomes First Guest Students 2025-2026

2026-04-20T16:59:05+03:00

On 7th December 2025, the Department of Physiotherapy at Tishk International University proudly hosted a special welcoming event to receive its first group of guest students who have chosen to join the Physiotherapy family. This event marked a significant milestone for the department and reflected its strong commitment to fostering a supportive, professional, and inspiring academic environment from the very first day. The program commenced with a warm and encouraging address by the Vice Dean, Dr Tola Faraj, who congratulated the students on beginning their academic journey and emphasized the importance of dedication, professionalism, and lifelong learning in the field [...]

Physiotherapy Department Welcomes First Guest Students 2025-20262026-04-20T16:59:05+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Hosts International Workshop on Stroke Rehabilitation

2026-04-14T13:11:08+03:00

Advancing Knowledge in Neurological Physiotherapy The Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Tishk International University, successfully organized an International Workshop on Recent Advances in Stroke Rehabilitation on October 29, 2025. This academic event was conducted as part of the department’s commitment to advancing professional knowledge, clinical awareness, and evidence-based practice in neurological physiotherapy, particularly in stroke management and rehabilitation. Primary Aim and Scientific Focus The primary aim of the workshop was to enhance awareness about: Focus Area Key Topics Stroke Global burden and impact Preventive strategies Risk reduction and early intervention Recent advances in rehabilitation Contemporary concepts and innovations The scientific sessions highlighted: Stroke [...]

Physiotherapy Department Hosts International Workshop on Stroke Rehabilitation2026-04-14T13:11:08+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Hosts National Workshop on Healthy Aging and Fall Prevention

2026-04-14T13:09:15+03:00

Collaborative Academic and Community Initiative The Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Tishk International University, in collaboration with the Physiotherapy Department at Tishk International University–Sulaymaniyah, successfully conducted a National Workshop on the Role of Physiotherapy in Healthy Aging and Fall Prevention on October 20, 2025. The workshop was held at Tishk International University, Sulaymaniyah, and represented a significant academic and community-focused initiative aimed at promoting health awareness among the aging population in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Primary Objectives The primary objective of the workshop was to provide evidence-based knowledge on: Focus Area Key Topics Healthy aging Maintaining functional independence in older adults Fall prevention strategies Evidence-based [...]

Physiotherapy Department Hosts National Workshop on Healthy Aging and Fall Prevention2026-04-14T13:09:15+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Honors Student Excellence and Leadership

2026-04-14T13:07:49+03:00

Recognition Ceremony for Academic Achievement and Commitment On October 16, 2025, the Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Tishk International University, organized a Student Excellence and Leadership Appreciation Ceremony to formally recognize academic achievement, commitment, and leadership among physiotherapy students. Honorees The event focused on honoring: Category Recipients Top academic performers Top three students from first-, second-, and third-grade physiotherapy programs Student leadership Class representatives and the overall departmental representative Purpose of the Ceremony The primary aim of this ceremony was to foster a strong sense of: Appreciation for hardworking students Motivation to continue academic dedication Institutional support for student success By recognizing excellence and leadership, the [...]

Physiotherapy Department Honors Student Excellence and Leadership2026-04-14T13:07:49+03:00

Physiotherapy Department Hosts Welcoming Back Ceremony

2026-04-14T13:06:48+03:00

Academic Year 2025–2026 Commences with Renewed Motivation The Physiotherapy Department, Faculty of Applied Sciences, Tishk International University, successfully organized a Welcoming Back Ceremony for second-, third-, and fourth-grade physiotherapy students on October 16, 2025. The event marked the official return of students to campus for the new academic year and reflected the department’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence, student engagement, and professional development within the Kurdistan Region. Purpose of the Ceremony The ceremony aimed to: Acknowledge students’ progression in their academic journey Provide renewed motivation, encouragement, and a positive mindset for the 2025–2026 academic year Foster social interaction among students Strengthen a sense of belonging to the department Promote [...]

Physiotherapy Department Hosts Welcoming Back Ceremony2026-04-14T13:06:48+03:00
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