Wasit University Wins First Place in the Grand National Competition “A Nation Reads” through its Student Yasser Ammar

In a scientific and cultural achievement that adds to the continuous successes of Wasit University, and in the presence of the representative of the University President, Assistant Professor Dr. Hakeem Sultan Al-Rukabi, Dean of the College of Agriculture, student Yasser Ammar Yasser from the College of Medicine secured first place at the national level in the Grand National Competition “A Nation Reads” (Second Season, 2025). The competition was held under the auspices of the General Secretariat of the Holy Shrine of Imam Al-Hussein and with the direct support of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.

The University President, Professor Dr. Abbas Lafta Al-Aqabi, praised this accomplishment, emphasizing that it reflects the dedication and commitment of the university toward its students. He affirmed that the university continues to support young talents, foster intellectual and scientific activities, and enhance its presence in national and regional arenas.

Dr. Al-Aqabi further stated that the competition, considered one of the most prominent national cultural events, underscores the importance of reading and knowledge in shaping the awareness of university youth and broadening their intellectual horizons

Student Yasser excelled in the competition with outstanding performance, demonstrating the high academic and cultural preparation that Wasit University provides for its students, making him a true ambassador of the institution in this major national event.

It is noteworthy that Assistant Professor Dr. Ali Kadhim Hussein represented the university on the selection committee of the competition. The competition’s tests covered a wide range of topics including: Qur’anic exegesis, Islamic thought, ethics, Arabic literature, management and economics, human development, philosophy and logic, sciences, social studies, and artificial intelligence. Such diversity required exceptional effort and encyclopedic knowledge from the participants.

This victory once again confirms that Wasit University has become a platform for excellence and creativity, and a vital contributor to the academic and cultural landscape, preparing a generation of youth capable of carrying the message of knowledge and serving society.