CUE’s Third Commencement Ceremony

The Catholic University in Erbil celebrated the Third Commencement Ceremony for the Graduating Class of 2023 on October 24th, 2023. His Excellency, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, attended the event. Additionally, reverent archbishops, ministers, government officials, consuls, as well students, families and guests were present at the ceremony.

The celebration started with a procession of the graduates, academics, the Board of Trustees, and the Board of Establishment. Following, His Grace, CUE Chancellor and Chairman of the Board of Trustees, Archbishop Bashar Matti Warda, presented his speech. His Grace welcomed the attendants and congratulated the graduates, highlighting that “Together, we have a responsibility towards our world, a world yearning for peace, and education is what makes peace possible. This is our mission at CUE.” Furthermore, His Excellency, the Prime Minister of the Kurdistan Region, Masrour Barzani, delivered his speech, where he expressed his trust in the Catholic University in Erbil, in bringing together students from diverse religious backgrounds to live together in harmony. He also encouraged CUE to always move forward, affirming his continuous support for the institution. Additionally, CUE President and Vice Chancellor, Dr. Nazar Shabila, congratulated the graduates and led the certification ceremony.