Media and Government Communication
Media and Government Communication Department
University of Wasit
Department Administration
Head of Department: Assistant Lecturer Alaa Azwair Dhamad (Master’s degree in media)
Word from the Head of Department
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful
University media represents one of the most important pillars upon which academic institutions rely to highlight their scientific, research, and community mission. Accordingly, the Media and Government Communication Department at the University of Wasit is committed to delivering a professional media message that reflects the university's identity and achievements, and strengthens communication with the community and state institutions, in line with the vision of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the directions of the university presidency.
The department continues to develop its media and communication tools by employing modern technologies, highlighting scientific, research, and student achievements, and documenting various activities and events, thereby contributing to reinforcing the institutional image of the University of Wasit and strengthening its academic and media presence.
Asst. Lect. Alaa Azwair Dhamad
Head of the Media and Government Communication Department
About the Department
The Media and Government Communication Department is one of the administrative departments within the University of Wasit's presidency. It is responsible for managing the university's media and communication system by preparing media content, documenting activities and achievements, managing government communication, and strengthening media relations with various institutions, thereby contributing to highlighting the university's standing and its academic, research, and community service mission.
Vision
Leadership in building a modern institutional media and communication system that enhances the standing of the University of Wasit locally and regionally, and keeps pace with technical and media developments in line with the university's vision and mission.
Mission
Providing professional media and communication services based on credibility and transparency, documenting the university's achievements and activities, and strengthening communication with the community, government institutions, and the media, in a manner that reflects the institutional identity of the University of Wasit.
Institutional Values
- Professionalism.
- Credibility.
- Transparency.
- Teamwork spirit.
- Social responsibility.
- Creativity and innovation.
- Respect for regulations and instructions.
- Continuous development.
Objectives
- Highlighting the academic and scientific standing of the University of Wasit.
- Documenting university activities and achievements.
- Enhancing the university's positive image.
- Developing media and government communication tools.
- Supporting the university's institutional identity.
- Strengthening communication with the media.
- Developing digital content.
- Supporting digital transformation in university media.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Preparing and implementing the university's media policy.
- Managing the official website.
- Managing social media platforms.
- Preparing news and press releases.
- Organizing press conferences.
- Coordinating with the media.
- Documenting activities and events.
- Supervising the department's divisions.
- Preparing media reports.
- Archiving media output.
Organizational Structure
- Head of the Media and Government Communication Department.
- Media Division.
- Public Relations Division.
Media Division
Overview
The Media Division is responsible for preparing, producing, and publishing media content for the University of Wasit, covering scientific, administrative, and student activities, and documenting and highlighting them through the website, social media platforms, and various media outlets.
Vision
Leadership in producing professional university media that reflects the scientific standing of the University of Wasit.
Mission
Producing professional media content that highlights the university's mission and achievements, and keeps pace with modern developments in digital media.
Objectives
- Preparing news.
- Preparing reports.
- Media coverage.
- Photography.
- Media production.
- Managing digital platforms.
- Developing media content.
- Building a media archive.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Editing news.
- Preparing press releases.
- Photography.
- Video filming.
- Preparing designs.
- Producing videos.
- Managing the website.
- Managing social media pages.
- Media archiving.
Achievements
- Developing the electronic publishing system.
- Documenting thousands of university activities.
- Producing professional media materials.
- Developing the visual identity of media content.
- Strengthening the university's media presence.
- Building an integrated electronic archive.
Media Coverage
- University presidency meetings.
- Scientific conferences.
- Graduate studies defenses.
- Seminars.
- Workshops.
- Graduation ceremonies.
- Student activities.
- National occasions.
- Religious occasions.
- Community events.
Media Production
- News.
- Reports.
- Press releases.
- Interviews.
- Designs.
- Infographics.
- Videos.
- Documentary films.
- Photo albums.
Initiatives
- Developing digital content.
- Supporting the university's media identity.
- Media awareness initiatives.
- Supporting digital transformation.
- Media initiatives for community service.
Public Relations Division
Overview
The Public Relations Division is concerned with organizing institutional relations inside and outside the university, managing official protocol and receptions, organizing events and visits, and strengthening communication with government and academic institutions and community organizations, in a manner that reflects the University of Wasit's positive image.
Vision
Excellence in building solid institutional relations that support the university's standing locally and internationally.
Mission
Strengthening institutional communication and organizing public relations according to professional and protocol standards that contribute to supporting the university's mission.
Objectives
- Strengthening institutional relations.
- Organizing visits.
- Organizing receptions.
- Supporting events.
- Supporting community initiatives.
- Strengthening partnerships.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Organizing receptions.
- Organizing visits.
- Organizing official invitations.
- Following up on protocol.
- Organizing celebrations.
- Coordinating with government entities.
- Cooperating with the Media Division.
Achievements
- Organizing the reception of ministerial and academic delegations.
- Organizing the university presidency's central events.
- Strengthening relations with universities and institutions.
- Organizing the university's participation in official forums.
- Supporting community initiatives.
- Developing the public relations system.
Official Visits and Delegations
- Ministerial delegations.
- Academic delegations.
- International delegations.
- Official figures.
- Student delegations.
- Delegations from Iraqi universities.
- Research delegations.
Occasions and Events
- University celebrations.
- Scientific conferences.
- Seminars.
- Workshops.
- Graduation ceremonies.
- Honoring ceremonies.
- National occasions.
- Religious occasions.
- Exhibitions.
- Cultural festivals.
Community Initiatives
- Volunteer initiatives.
- Humanitarian initiatives.
- Tree-planting campaigns.
- Blood donation campaigns.
- Health initiatives.
- Environmental initiatives.
- Cultural initiatives.
- Awareness campaigns.
- Community service.
- Youth support.
Photo Gallery
The photo gallery documents the most prominent activities and achievements of the Media and Government Communication Department, the Media Division, and the Public Relations Division, through official photos of various events, visits, conferences, and activities.
Communication Channels
Address: University of Wasit — University Presidency — Media and Government Communication Department.
Email: mednpr@uowasit.edu.iq
Phone: 07733806329
Social media platforms:
Facebook / https://www.facebook.com/share/1GDKoK8wkw/
Instagram / https://www.instagram.com/u.wasit?igsh=MThhODk4OW4wYTZjbA==
TikTok/ https://www.tiktok.com/@wasit_un?_r=1&_t=ZS-97yfgM0e3zr