During his first visit to an academic institution, His Excellency Dr. Naeem Al-Aboudi, Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research, praised Al-Zahraa University for Women as a distinguished model of academic excellence.

Dr. Al-Aboudi stated that the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine has made remarkable contributions to the academic sector, which are clearly reflected in the advanced facilities and educational environment provided by Al-Zahraa University for Women. He further noted that the Ministry has incorporated regulations and standards within its four-year strategic plan for private higher education institutions, emphasising that ZUW represents a model worthy of emulation, particularly in terms of its modern research and scientific facilities.

The Minister made these remarks during a tour of the University campus, where he met His Eminence Al-Sheikh Abd Al-Mahdi Al-Karbala'i, Legitimate Overseer of the Affairs of the Imam Hussein Holy Shrine; Al-Hajj Hassan Rashid Al-Abayechi, Secretary-General of the Shrine; Al-Hajj Fadhel Awz, and Dr. Ala' Dia' Al-Din, Deputy Secretary-General. Along with Dr. Sattar Al-Sa'adi, President of the Health and University Education Authority; and Prof. Dr. Zainab Abd Al-Hussein Al-Mulla Al-Sultani, President of Al-Zahraa University for Women, in addition to a number of academic and administrative staff members within the campus.

Dr. Al-Aboudi explained that the purpose of the visit was to inaugurate several newly established educational facilities and lecture halls added by the University following the increase in enrolment capacity within the Faculty of Pharmacy. He noted that these developments reflect the University’s commitment to expanding its infrastructure in line with the growing number of female students.

Translated by Zahra’ Ala’