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Within the framework of the College of Engineering Technology’s commitment to preparing its new students and ensuring a successful academic start, and in alignment with the Sustainable Development Goals—particularly Goal 4 (Quality Education), the Dean of the College met with first-year students from the Departments of Power Mechanical Engineering, Fuel and Energy Engineering, and Aircraft Engineering Technologies, during a welcoming meeting held on their first day of university attendance. The Dean opened the meeting with a welcoming speech in which he presented the most important academic guidelines and instructions, explaining the adopted academic system and the mechanisms of academic work within the college. He emphasized the role of the university in providing educational services and creating a suitable and motivating learning environment that supports students’ academic progress and enhances the quality of education and learning outcomes. He also stressed the importance of adhering to university regulations and actively participating in student activities and events, given their positive impact on developing students’ personalities and fostering creativity and innovation, in support of building human capacities capable of contributing to sustainable development. For his part, Professor Dr. Salwan Ubaid, Director of the University’s Energy Research Center, delivered a scientific lecture entitled “Project-Based Learning”, in which he addressed the importance of project-based learning and its role in enhancing both practical and cognitive aspects for students. He highlighted the impact of integrating theoretical and practical components in developing critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills, and in linking academic knowledge to practical application and labor market requirements, in line with the principles of sustainable education. At the conclusion of the meeting, a student from the Department of Power Mechanical Engineering presented one of the projects implemented by students, representing a distinguished success story in strengthening practical and applied skills, and reflecting the level of creativity and scientific capabilities of the college’s students. This affirmed the college’s commitment to preparing effective engineering cadres that contribute to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals and serving the community.