From October 6 to 8, 2026, Antonine University (UA) carried out a three-day outreach initiative in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah, in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, as part of its efforts to strengthen educational connections across the region.
Representing UA’s Office of Orientation and Admissions (OOA), Mr. Ryan Abboudy, Director of the OOA, and Mr. Joey Ayoub, OOA Officer, spent two days in Erbil and one in Sulaymaniyah, meeting with prospective students, visiting schools, and exchanging experiences with higher education professionals.
Connecting With Prospective Students and Schools
At the Youth Hub in Erbil, OOA representatives met with students from various schools, introducing them to Antonine University, its academic offerings, and the opportunities available to prospective students.
The outreach also included visits to the Canadian International School and the International School of Choueifat (SABIS), both of which have roots in Lebanon. These encounters created opportunities for direct engagement with school communities and allowed prospective students to learn more about UA and the academic pathways available to them.
By reaching students within their own educational environments, the initiative also provided a space for direct guidance and dialogue as they explore their future university options.
Exchanging Experiences With the Catholic University in Erbil
Another highlight of the visit was an exchange with the Catholic University in Erbil (CUE), where Mr. Abboudy met with representatives from several departments, including the Office of Admissions.
The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange perspectives on university practices, discuss admissions-related experiences, and strengthen professional connections within the higher education community.
Extending UA’s Regional Outreach
Through its presence in Erbil and Sulaymaniyah, UA continued to expand its connections within the region while engaging directly with prospective students, schools, and higher education institutions.
By combining student guidance, school outreach, and institutional exchange, the initiative reflects the University’s commitment to building educational bridges across borders and fostering meaningful connections among academic communities.
Through its Office of Orientation and Admissions, UA continues to engage with diverse educational communities, provide prospective students with access to information about their academic options, and strengthen relationships that encourage dialogue and exchange beyond Lebanon.