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SBU USAID-Iraq HEAD Program

This report outlines the significant advancements made in the USAID Iraq HEAD program focused on capacity-building for higher education and development in archaeology over six months. Initiatives include the renovation of instructional spaces, the enhancement of library facilities, and improved access to technology and academic resources. With support from the United States Agency for International Development, these efforts are fostering local commerce, political engagement, and sustained academic activity in Iraq, particularly within archaeology and environmental health research fields.

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SBU USAID-Iraq HEAD Program

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  1. SBU USAID-Iraq HEAD Program Capacity-Building for Higher Education and Development in Archaeology: Six Months Progress Supported by the United States Agency for International Development-Iraq Dr. Jennifer R. Pournelle Assistant Director, Archaeology

  2. Tax-Free imports… Photo: J. Pournelle

  3. …and improved traffic control… Photo: J.Pournelle

  4. …plus massive renovations… Photo: J. Pournelle

  5. …boost local commerce… Photo: J. Pournelle

  6. …and political engagement. Peaceful demonstrations in favor of access to higher education Photo: J. Pournelle

  7. Baghdad U. Faculty of Arts cleans up… December 2003 Photo: J. Pournelle

  8. December 2003 March 2004 ..and resumes classes. Photo: J. Pournelle

  9. May 2003 December 2003 March 2004 The Archaeology Dept. digs out… Photos: J. Pournelle, C. Filstrup, Neareast Resources

  10. March 2004 June 2004 May 2003 December 2003 …space for Instructional Computing… Photos: J. Pournelle, C. Filstrup, Neareast Resources

  11. We add insulating drapes to reduce glare… …and a more welcoming doorway. …windows barred for security. The hallway is stripped and painted. An old hallway gets a new security gate. Computers and Scanners installed We re-envision it as a reading room, with online access to World Cat and digital libraries. …furniture installed… …air conditioning installed… …the wall reconstructed, windows glazed and secured… …and adds a Library Reading Room. Photos: Neareast Resources

  12. Library Stacks are fully renovated… Photos: C. Filstrup, Neareast Resources

  13. …with shelving and a server room. Photos: Neareast Resources

  14. Internet access provided via VSAT Photos: Neareast Resources

  15. For the Libraries: 2,000 volumes Photos: J. Pournelle, C. Filstrup

  16. International Conference: 4ICAANE, Berlin Photo: J. Pournelle

  17. Summer Workshops: ACOR, Amman Photos: C. Filstrup, P. Zimansky

  18. Graduate Studies: SBU Four M.A. Students now enrolled. Photo: J. Pournelle

  19. SBU USAID-Iraq HEAD Program Capacity-Building for Higher Education and Development in Archaeology, Environmental Health Research, and Supporting Technologies Supported by the United States Agency for International Development-Iraq Principal Investigator: Prof. Elizabeth Stone For more information, contact: Jennifer R. PournelleAssistant Director, Archaeology <jpournelle@notes.cc.sunysb.edu>

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