Al-Ayen Iraqi University made a notable appearance, having ranked seventh at the University Short Film Festival, which featured 42 films by students from Iraqi public and private universities
The festival, held under the auspices of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and supervised by the Scientific Supervision and Evaluation Authority, was hosted by Al-Kitab University. The wide participation reflected the diversity of student cinematic productions, encompassing both narrative and documentary films that addressed humanitarian, cultural, and social issues.
The university's participation in this artistic event demonstrated its commitment to supporting creative talent, achieving seventh place among participating universities—an accomplishment that strengthens its presence in the arts and cinema.
The University Film Festival concluded after five days of screenings and competitions with an awards ceremony honoring the winning films, emphasizing the importance of such events in developing students' skills and promoting cinema within the university environment.