The University Psychological Counseling Unit at the Faculty of Nursing, University of Baghdad, organized a scientific and cultural visit to Dar Sosa Cultural Center, which commemorates the Iraqi scholar and irrigation engineer Dr. Ahmed Sosa. A group of first-year students participated in this educational tour under the supervision of the committee chair, Prof. Widad Kamel, and members of the Psychological Counseling Committee. as part of the college’s efforts to introduce the new generation to the biography of one of the most prominent Iraqi scholars and thinkers of the 20th century, who, with his genius, was able to link the sciences of engineering, archaeology, and history, leaving a lasting scientific mark on the study of Mesopotamian civilization and ancient irrigation systems and linking them to contemporary cultural development.
The visit included a comprehensive tour of the museum, where the delegation listened to explanations provided by museum staff about the scholar’s major achievements and viewed the awards and honors he received in recognition of his efforts at the local, Arab, and international levels. The visit also included an inspiring discussion with Ms. Sarah Al-Sarraf, the scholar’s granddaughter, who emphasized to the students their grave responsibility in advancing the nation and strengthening national identity, stressing the importance of overcoming difficulties and spreading a culture of awareness to present a dignified image befitting Iraq’s great heritage.
Dr. Ahmed Sosa’s work is of exceptional importance as a fundamental reference in the concept of sustainable development. This visit was not just a historical tour, but a field study of sustainable development goals, where students drew inspiration from Dr. Sosa’s thinking to develop practical solutions related to Goal 6 on clean water and sustainable resource management, the fourth goal on quality education, and the eleventh goal on preserving cultural heritage. Al-Sosa’s focus on the Sumerians’ genius in water management offers contemporary lessons on how to use natural resources efficiently without depleting them, which is fully in line with global climate action trends. Sousse has proven that true sustainability lies in developing engineering solutions that respect the ecosystem and ensure a balance between urban development and the preservation of water resources for future generations.
At the end of the visit, the students and professors expressed their deep gratitude to the Dar family for their warm welcome and hospitality, emphasizing that such events directly contribute to broadening their scientific knowledge and building leadership skills that emulate the noble scientists in serving society and humanity.
