In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful May peace and blessings be upon our Prophet Muhammad, his family, and his companions. Dear Students, Esteemed Faculty Members, Respected Staff of the College of Dentistry, Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you, The College of Dentistry at Al-Mustaqbal University is pleased to welcome you on the occasion of the commencement of the 2026–2027 academic year. We wish everyone a year filled with dedication and achievement, crowned with academic success and excellence. The beginning of a new academic year marks a renewed milestone in the pursuit of knowledge and learning, and an opportunity to strengthen efforts aimed at advancing the educational and academic process while reinforcing the values of commitment, discipline, and responsibility. This is in line with the College’s mission of preparing dental professionals who possess scientific competence and clinical skills, while upholding professional ethics and a strong sense of humanitarian and social responsibility. As the new academic year begins, the College of Dentistry reaffirms its commitment to developing its educational and academic environment, advancing the quality of clinical training and scientific research, and providing the resources and capabilities that contribute to developing students’ skills and enhancing their abilities, in accordance with quality and academic accreditation requirements and the rapidly evolving developments in the field of dentistry. Dear Students, University life represents an important foundation for shaping a dentist’s scientific, professional, and human character. True excellence is achieved not through academic achievement alone, but through a combination of commitment and discipline, continuous training, a dedication to acquiring practical skills, and adherence to the ethical standards of the dental profession. We therefore encourage you to make the most of your university years, benefit from the expertise of your professors, and actively participate in the various scientific and academic activities. We also extend our sincere appreciation and recognition to all faculty members and staff for their dedicated efforts and continued contributions in fulfilling their educational and academic responsibilities, supporting the College’s objectives, and advancing its standards. As we begin this academic year, we renew our commitment to working in a spirit of teamwork, fostering a culture of quality, excellence, and innovation, supporting scientific research, and strengthening a university environment founded on respect, cooperation, and discipline. These efforts will contribute to advancing the College of Dentistry towards further progress and leadership. In conclusion, we pray to Allah Almighty to grant us all success in fulfilling our responsibilities, and to make the 2026–2027 academic year one of achievement and success. May He guide our students throughout their academic and professional journeys and crown their efforts with excellence and distinction. Welcome to a new academic year, and may you all have a blessed and successful year. Peace, mercy, and blessings of Allah be upon you. Dean of the College of Dentistry