The Community of The American University of Kurdistan would like to express its sadness in hearing of the passing of Governor Dr. Farsat Sofi, the 41st Governor of Erbil, and send its heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and colleagues. Dr. Sofi modeled a dedication to Kurdistan and envisioned a path for its future development and prosperity. The AUK would also like to take this opportunity to pay its respects to all victims of the Covid-19 pandemic and pray for the healing of all those infected.