Kurdish Students Union Day is observed in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq on February 18. This day celebrates the contributions of student activists to the cultural and political life of the region. The Kurdish Students Union, which unites all students in Iraqi Kurdistan, plays a vital role in protecting their interests. The establishment of the Kurdistan Regional Government in 1991 allowed for higher education to be conducted in the Kurdish language, Sorani, rather than Arabic. The region is home to about 20 universities, with the University of Sulaimani, founded in 1968, being the oldest. This day highlights the importance of education and student activism in the Kurdish community and is part of broader cultural observances in Iraq.