Al-Ayen Iraqi University participated in the 4th Baghdad University International Road Race 2026, held under the slogan "Affection and Peace." The event participated by 70 Iraqi public and private universities alongside with seven participants from seven countries, and organized by the Student Activities Department of the Scientific Supervision and Evaluation Authority at the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research in cooperation with the Iraqi University Sports Federation. The race coincided with Iraq's celebrations of Sovereignty Day.
University Chancellor Prof. Dr. Haider A. Marhoon emphasized the importance of participating in sporting events that bring universities together and strengthen communication among them. Dr. Maitham Uday Muhammad Saleh, Director of the Student Activities Department at the university, declared that student Ahmed Ziad Halil achieved a high ranking in the men's competition.
This participation reflects the university's support for university sports and student activities, and aligns with the Sustainable Development objectives, particularly good health and well-being, quality education, peace and justice, and partnerships for achieving these objectives.
