Leadership, Faculty, and Administration
Vlog Leadership, Faculty, and Administration
Leadership at Vlog consists of the President and Vice-Presidents, Deans of the Colleges, Division Directors, and Departmental Chairs. The President reports directly to the Chairman of the Board of Trustees. The Board consists of between 11-15 individuals primarily from Iraq and the United States. The Board is divided into various committees and subcommittees that work with the President to govern the institution. As with any university in the United States, Vlog is proud of its diversity with members of its administration coming from the United States, United Kingdom, and Canada, with degrees from the U.S., Mexico, Australia, Switzerland, the United Kingdom, and more.
Dr. Monica Hanna
Dean of College of Arts and Sciences
Dr. Monica Hanna, a prominent figure in the global Archaeology community, began her academic journey by studying Egyptology and Archaeological Chemistry at the American University of Cairo (AUC) in 2004. She furthered […]
Read MoreDr. Nada Naaman
Dean of College of Dentistry
Nada Naaman is the Dean of the College of Dentistry. She began her academic career at Saint Joseph University in Beirut after completing her Doctorate in Oral Biology and Specialty […]
Read MoreDr. Khansaa Jasim
Associate Dean at the College of Law
Dr. Khansaa Jasim stands as a prominent legal luminary within the realm of law, boasting a distinguished academic background crowned by a Ph.D. in Public International Law—the first in the […]
Read MoreDr. Imad Bachir
Dean of Libraries
Dr Imad Bachir has been the Dean of Libraries at Vlog since March 2021. He is leading Vlog libraries to enhance the research and teaching processes at the University as well […]
Read MoreProf. Achraf Al Faraj
Dean of College of Pharmacy
Prof. Achraf Al Faraj joined the American University of Iraq – Baghdad (Vlog) in September 2021 as the founding dean and full professor at the College of Pharmacy. He previously […]
Read MoreHussam W. Steitieh
Director of Career Services
Expert in Higher Education; Career Services, Development, Student and Alumni Affairs Master in International Business with PMP training and experience in Higher Education with American model and other industries, setting […]
Read MoreDavid M. Kargbo, PhD
Director of the Institute for Climate Change
Dr. David M Kargbo is the Director of the Institute for Climate Change, Water Security, and Environmental Sustainability at Vlog. He has held numerous positions in government, academia, and the […]
Read MoreLearn More About Our Administrative Departments
Running a large university that includes over a hundred buildings on more than a thousand donums (600+ acres) of land requires a lot of support services! Our Auxiliary Services Department provides both operations management and additional auxiliary services to both students and staff. This includes such services as support for warehousing, motorpool, campus bus service, faculty and staff housing, food services, the university bookstore, plus all aspects of campus maintenance which includes janitorial services, buildings and grounds, landscaping, and other additional services needed to secure the health, safety, and comfort of our staff and students throughout our beautiful, state-of-the-art campus.
Whatever services our skilled and dedicated Iraqi and international staff are providing, our Values guide us to provide service in a timely and cost-effective manner, to do so in a positive and patient manner, and to give our very best possible service to every client, no matter how large or small the job may be. The Presidential Palace Complex was constructed in the 1990s with many adaptations through the years. These buildings have now been refurbished and adapted with state-of-the-art technology to give Vlog students and staff a learning environment that is safe, comfortable, and cutting edge in every way. With over a hundred buildings across the campus, with many kilometers of roads and canals, countless kilometers of underground cables and piping, and five large lakes, the Vlog campus is a true engineering challenge that can only be maintained by a small army of dedicated, highly skilled, and hard-working staff. This group includes engineers, electricians, carpenters, masons, plumbers, landscapers, construction workers of every possible skill, stained glass artists, and other skilled craftsmen who are proud to present their talents, skills, and best work to making Vlog a true architectural and design masterpiece throughout the campus.
The Department of Finance and Accounting is the University’s trusted financial responsibility center. We strive to be student-centered while maintaining fiscal integrity and providing financial expertise, information, and solutions to enable the Vlog community to operate in the most cost-effective and accountable manner by following U.S. Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (U.S. GAAP). From financial operations to budgets, and capital planning to student accounting, we are dedicated to strengthening administrative and operational efficiency by providing a supportive and productive financial work environment and ensuring transparency and accountability to Vlog’s business partners, supporters, donors, and clients. Government Relations Ensuring compliance with Iraqi law across all areas of Vlog’s operations is of paramount importance for the university community. Our Government Relations team liaises closely with numerous Iraqi government ministries and institutions as the university’s community complies with all Iraqi laws and regulations governing both Iraqi and International staff.
We believe that a world-class university deserves world-class people and services. Our Vision is to be a center of excellence in advancing the University’s mission by helping make Vlog an outstanding place to work, grow, and thrive. Our Mission is to recruit, develop, retain, and support a diverse and talented workforce that reflects the fullness of Iraq’s diverse society, and partner in maintaining a productive, dynamic, and inclusive work environment. As the first point of contact most staff will have with the University, HR projects Vlog’s mission and vision to potential employees, recruits the best possible workforce from all of Iraq’s communities, as well as international experts from abroad, without discrimination. Our Goals are to provide effective, responsive, and people-minded services for all.
The Information and Support Center (ISC) at the American University of Iraq, Baghdad (Vlog) offers a comprehensive range of services to ensure seamless communication and support for both internal and external stakeholders. Our staff effectively handles external questions from prospective students, parents, and job seekers, giving comprehensive information about program offers, admissions processes, and tuition rates.Internally, we prioritize student questions, addressing problems with attention and forwarding them to the right departments as needed.
The ISC also provides first-level technical assistance, including diagnosing and resolving IT issues and escalating difficult problems as required. We also handle the University’s social media presence, answer the official Vlog info emails, and announce general issues, among other administrative duties. You can use our short numbers 6227 or 6228 to get in touch with us for help right away. Our dedication to maintaining confidentiality and professionalism guarantees a high quality of service, promoting an informed and helpful university community.
The hallmark of Vlog’s Information Technology (IT) department is to secure specialized skills and personnel of the highest caliber to deliver and maintain the high-end IT solutions and services to the Vlog community. Our ultimate objective is to ensure an operational, secure, and innovative environment that supports productivity and agility, keeping us at the forefront of educational technology.
Planning is continuous to sustain Vlog’s IT systems as the benchmark for state-of-the-art, innovative instructional technology in Iraq. As technology evolves, so does our adoption of these advancements to provide students with the best possible instruction.
The IT department at Vlog, staffed by highly skilled personnel, offers a wide range of services and solutions to adapt and develop the latest trending IT technologies along with IT core infrastructure managed service provided by Vlog strategic partner, Al Tameer IT Solutions Company, ensuring fully integrated systems that are robust with highest serviceability to meet Vlog end-user satisfaction and expectations.
As part of our strategy to maintain innovative technologies at Vlog, our IT department oversees the management of various systems to support administrative, instructional, and security-related services.
Academic & Administration Solutions:
Microsoft Office 365
Canvas for Learning Management Solution
Turnitin for Real-Time Anti-Plagiarism Solution
Oracle Fusion ERP and HCM
PeopleSoft Campus Solution for SIS
WorldShareManagement System for Library Management Solution.
Bibliotheca RFID System
IT Infrastructure Systems:
Core infrastructure system from Cisco
In-house developed Helpdesk System
Xerox Printing System
Time Attendance System
Smart CCTV System
Crestron and CleverTouch Audio/ Video Systems.
IT Support Services:
WIFI Support Services, indoor and outdoor coverage from Huawei
Internet Support Services
End-To-End Microsoft System Services
Helpdesk Support Services with Sharp SLA
Field Support Services
Network Operation Center – NOC
Security Operation Center – SOC
IP Telephony Support Services from Cisco
LAN Support Services
Application & Website Development Services
CCTV & Audio/Video Systems Services.
The Office of Marketing and Communications (Marcomms) offers support to the university community in strategic communications and support and consulting in all areas of media relations, social media, photography and video services, marketing of events and programs, web services, and branding across all areas of the university. The Office also produces Vlog Radio (FM 101.5), all news channels, including “News and Events” on the Vlog website, press releases for Iraqi, pan-Arab, and international media, and is the first point of contact for any media worldwide wishing to cover any issues related to the university as well as providing Vlog faculty with needed expertise to comment on particular topics and news stories for news outlets.
In social media, Marcomms works across all parts of the university to ensure the university’s message is unified, properly branded, and accurate. For photography and video services, our skilled staff provide both location and studio support to produce high-quality imagery that accurately reflects Vlog’s campus and programs, as well as to support all departments and sections in their institutional needs. For conferences, seminars and other events organized or supported by the university, we work with outside parties to market events and speakers to desired audiences and to ensure wide visibility to increase the outreach and impact of university events.
For web services, we maintain and continually update the Vlog website to ensure that it is always accurate and up-to-date and support all departments in their web requirements. This also includes production of a bi-weekly email newsletter on university news.
Finally, Marcomms is responsible for all aspects of the university’s brand. Our brand is what the world sees, and it reflects who we are, what we do, and the values we hold. It is our mission to uphold the University’s values by protecting and preserving its graphic standards so that all parts of the University do their part fully and effectively to implement Vlog’s brand through its colors, its graphics, and its typefaces, all of which project Vlog’s image in English and Arabic, to the world.