In an academic atmosphere marked by appreciation and recognition, Asst. Prof. Dr. Firas Thaer Raouf, the newly appointed Head of the Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering, delivered a speech during the Faculty Appreciation Ceremony organized by the College of Engineering at Al-Mustaqbal University on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at the Activities Hall in the Engineering Building. During his address, the new Department Head expressed his sincere appreciation for the outstanding academic and administrative contributions of his predecessor, Prof. Dr. Mohammed Hamza Daham Al-Mamouri, acknowledging his dedication and valuable efforts throughout his tenure. He highlighted the former Department Head's contributions to advancing the educational process, strengthening the department's academic standing, and supporting its institutional development. He also emphasized the importance of maintaining teamwork, building upon previous achievements, and fostering collaboration among faculty members. He noted that collective efforts and institutional continuity are essential to enhancing academic and research performance while improving educational outcomes in line with modern developments in prosthetics and orthotics engineering. A significant highlight of the ceremony was the recognition of Asst. Prof. Dr. Firas Thaer Raouf on his appointment as Department Head, alongside the honoring of Prof. Dr. Mohammed Hamza Daham Al-Mamouri in appreciation of his dedicated service and contributions during his previous leadership. This recognition reflected the college's commitment to institutional appreciation, professional respect, and leadership continuity. The ceremony reflected the vision of Al-Mustaqbal University's presidency and the College of Engineering's administration in supporting academic excellence, recognizing professional dedication, and encouraging institutional cooperation. These efforts also align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education). The Department of Prosthetics and Orthotics Engineering reaffirmed its commitment to continuing academic and research development, building upon accumulated expertise, and pursuing further achievements in education, innovation, and community service. Al-Mustaqbal University – Iraq’s Leading University