Under the theme “Love and Peace,” the College of Political Science at the University of Baghdad participated in the 4th International Road Race (2026). Hosted by the University of Baghdad on Monday, October 5, 2026, the event drew broad participation from seven countries and approximately 70 Iraqi public and private universities. It was organized through the collaboration of the Student Activities Department at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research’s Scientific Supervision and Evaluation Agency, the Student Activities Department at the University of Baghdad, and the Iraqi University Sports Federation.
The College of Political Science’s participation in this international event underscored its commitment to student and athletic activities and its dedication to fostering communication and interaction between its students and their peers from participating universities. It also served to reinforce values of love, peace, and cooperation through joint university initiatives.
Lecturer Dr. Zaid Abdul-Jabbar Shahbaz and Lecturer Dr. Nevin Azad Saleh represented the College of Political Science in the race, joining participants from various Iraqi and international universities in an atmosphere that embodied the spirit of athletic competition and academic connection among higher education institutions.
This annual race is organized to support student and athletic activities and to enhance the presence of universities in joint events. It also provides students and participants with opportunities to interact within a university environment grounded in cooperation and positive competition.
The activity advances several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), specifically Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), Goal 4 (Quality Education), Goal 16 (Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions), and Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
