AConfident Start for Future Engineers" is one of the developmental and advisory activities designed for first-year engineering students. It is held at the end of the academic year with the aim of supporting students in reflecting on their educational experiences during their first year, while strengthening their academic and psychological readiness to advance confidently to the next stages of specialization.<br /><br />🎯 Objectives of the Activity:<br />Evaluate the students' first-year experience in terms of academic performance and university integration.<br /><br />Provide guidance and mentorship to help students utilize their academic journey in building a successful educational and professional path.<br /><br />Enhance key skills such as planning, critical thinking, and teamwork among students.<br /><br />Facilitate meaningful interaction between students, faculty members, senior students, and alumni to exchange knowledge and experiences.<br /><br />🔍 Main Themes:<br />Interactive discussion sessions with a select group of professors and professional engineers.<br /><br />📈 Expected Outcomes:<br />By participating in this activity, students are expected to gain a deeper understanding of their chosen field, develop a stronger sense of academic and professional purpose, and be better prepared to invest their skills and talents in the years ahead. The activity also aims to increase their sense of belonging and confidence in their future roles as engineers.<br /><br />🏛️ Al-Mustaqbal University – The First University in Iraq