AUIB shortlisted for a Times Higher Education leadership award

BAGHDAD — The American University of Iraq – Baghdad has been shortlisted for Leadership and Management Team of the Year at the Times Higher Education Awards Arab World 2026, the university announced on July 16, 2026.

The winners will be announced on November 4 at THE's Arab Universities Summit, held at Mohammed VI Polytechnic University in Morocco.

AUIB said the nomination recognized its leadership and management team's vision, dedication and teamwork in growing the university.

"Universities across this region have faced immense challenges over the past year," said Chris Havergal, the editor of Times Higher Education, in remarks quoted by the university. "Arab universities continue to excel in the face of adversity," he said, adding that the credit "must go to the individuals and teams behind the shortlisted entries."

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• AUIB: Times Higher Education Shortlists AUIB for Leadership and Management Team of the Year Award (July 16, 2026)