VOICED : Volunteers search rubble to save Mosul university

Nizar, despite being injured, is determined to salvage useful items from the damaged university campus in Mosul. University employees are assessing the damage and stockpiling resources for future use. They face challenges such as lack of international support and unpaid salaries. Students are currently taking classes in other cities, but efforts are underway to ensure their return. Preparations are being made to ready Mosul University for the next academic year, even as demining and fighting continue in the area.

What motivates Nizar to continue his efforts despite his injury?

• The promise of a salary increase

• The hope of finding valuable items

• The desire to ensure classes can resume

• The encouragement from international organizations

What are the university employees doing to prepare for the reopening?

• Organizing online classes

• Building new classrooms

• Stockpiling old administrative papers

• Hiring new staff

What is one of the major challenges faced by the university employees?

• Overcrowded classrooms

• Insufficient international and government support

• Outdated curriculum

• Lack of student interest

Where are Mosul students currently taking their classes?

• In temporary tents on campus

• Online from home

• In other cities

• In neighboring countries

What is the primary focus of Nizar and his colleagues for the future?

• Ensuring the university is ready for the next academic year

• Developing new academic programs

• Expanding the university campus

• Recruiting international students