UOD, February 25, 2025 – In a pivotal move toward achieving institutional accreditation, the University of Duhok (UOD) hosted a high-level meeting with Dr. Honar Issa, Secretary - General of The Kurdistan Accrediting Association for Education (KAAE). The meeting brought together UOD President Dr. Dawood Sulaiman Atrushi, the university’s Vice Presidents, and key faculty and administrative staff leading the eligibility stage of accreditation.

Advancing Accreditation: Key Discussions and Strategic Insights

The session centered on a detailed review of the foundational criteria assessment sheet, ensuring UOD’s alignment with KAAE accreditation standards. UOD’s accreditation team presented its progress, emphasizing:

• Efforts made to address compliance gaps and enhance institutional readiness.
• Strategies implemented to strengthen governance, academic quality, and transparency.
• Ongoing reforms in curriculum development, faculty evaluation, and student services.

Expert Guidance from KAAE Leadership

Dr. Honar Isa provided critical feedback on UOD’s accreditation roadmap, offering:

• Clarifications on key assessment areas to streamline the accreditation process.
• Recommendations on strengthening institutional policies for long-term sustainability.
• Insights on quality assurance mechanisms to ensure continuous improvement.

His input was instrumental in refining UOD’s accreditation strategy and reinforcing the university’s commitment to meeting international academic benchmarks.

Commitment to Academic Excellence

This meeting underscores the essential role of KAAE in supporting higher education institutions through accreditation requirements. UOD remains steadfast in fulfilling all accreditation criteria, demonstrating its dedication to academic excellence, institutional transparency, and quality assurance.

The accreditation process is a cornerstone of UOD’s Strategic Plan (2023–2038), reinforcing the university’s mission to:

• Elevate educational standards in alignment with global accreditation frameworks.
• Enhance institutional credibility to foster international academic partnerships.
• Improve student learning experiences by ensuring a high-quality academic environment.

As UOD progresses through its accreditation journey, it continues to prioritize innovation, accountability, and excellence, positioning itself as a leading institution in the Kurdistan Region and beyond.

View meeting’s highlights via: the link

📍 UOD Media | February 25, 2025
📝 Reported by: Faek Sido Diko, Fatima Mahmood Ali
📸 Photography by: Mohammed Abdulakreem Tahir

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