Over the past weeks, participating in this international collaboration with the University of Texas has been a truly valuable and meaningful experience for me as a veterinary student at Salahaddin University-Erbil. I feel very fortunate to have had this opportunity, because it allowed me not only to exchange academic knowledge, but also to explore cultural differences and shared values between our communities. One of the most important advantages I gained from this experience is improving my communication in English. Through discussions and group activities, I became more confident in…