Under the patronage of the Dean of the College of Science for Women, Professor Dr. Sameera Naji Khdim, the Department of Chemistry, in cooperation with the Psychological Counseling and Educational Guidance Unit, organized a welcoming ceremony for first-year students on Monday morning, November 25, 2024, at the conference hall. The event was attended by the head of the Psychological Counseling and Educational Guidance Department at the University of Baghdad, Instructor Saad Hassan, along with several faculty members from the Department of Chemistry and first-year students. The ceremony began with verses from the Holy Quran, followed by the recitation of Al-Fatiha for the souls of the martyrs, the national anthem, and a speech by Dr. Yousra Abdul-Sahib, the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs. Dr. Mona Mahmoud Khudair, the head of the Psychological Counseling and Educational Guidance Committee in the Department of Chemistry, also spoke. Several faculty members from the department gave welcoming and guidance lectures to the new students, along with an introduction to the field of chemistry, which is considered the “foundation of science” as it helps understand the basics of many other sciences, such as biology, physics, engineering, and environmental studies. Chemistry plays a vital role in various fields such as medicine, industry, physics, and modern technology. Chemistry graduates have job opportunities in both the public and private sectors, as well as the possibility of establishing their own businesses and creating distinctive brands in areas such as perfume making, cleaning products, cosmetics, candle and soap manufacturing. In parallel with the welcoming ceremony, the Employment and Rehabilitation Unit held an informative seminar on its activities, explaining the services provided to students, including workshops, training courses, recognized certificates, and job opportunities in both public and private sector companies
