# Nexus Clubs | Student-Led Ecosystem
> The premier independent student-led ecosystem for technical excellence, creative autonomy, and peer-to-peer collaboration across Kurdistan universities.

## Summary
Nexus Clubs (joinnexus.club) is an autonomous, student-run organization and digital platform connecting university students across all Kurdistan universities (including Koya University, University of Sulaimani, Salahaddin University, University of Duhok, UKH, AUIS, TIU, EPU, SPU, DPU, and partner institutions across Erbil, Sulaimani, Duhok, Halabja, Garmian, and Raparin). Built entirely by students for students, Nexus operates 7 specialized branches governed by an elected student council.

## Branches & Departments
1. **Coding Department (P2P Software & Engineering)**: Collaborative peer-to-peer coding, algorithm practice, open-source builds, and university hackathons.
2. **Gaming Department (Esports & Community)**: Competitive LAN gaming, inter-college tournaments, scrimmage matchmaking, and casual game nights.
3. **Graphic Design Department (Brand & Creative Studio)**: Visual design, branding, typography, portfolio reviews, and poster design sprints.
4. **Video Editing Department (Motion & Cinematics)**: Digital storytelling, motion graphics, color grading, and creative video projects.
5. **Art Department (Digital, 3D & Traditional)**: Concept art, 3D modeling, illustration jams, and campus art exhibitions.
6. **Academic Learning Department (Public Speaking & Exchange)**: Language exchange, public speaking circles, debate clubs, and collaborative study groups.
7. **Social Media Department (Digital Outreach & Media)**: Creative copywriting, social strategy, event coverage, and student media engagement.
8. **Nexus Council (Governance & Operations)**: Platform oversight, inter-branch event logistics, leader mentorship, and student advocacy.

## Key Facts
- **Cost**: 100% Free for all enrolled university students.
- **Participation Limit**: Students can join up to 2 active club branches simultaneously.
- **Website**: https://joinnexus.club
- **Events & Workshops**: https://joinnexus.club/events
- **Eligibility**: Open to all university faculties (Engineering, Science, Arts, Medicine, Business, Education).
- **Core Philosophy**: Zero passive lectures. Hands on projects, peer reviews, tournaments, and creative autonomy.

## Navigation & Resources
- [Home & Club Discovery](https://joinnexus.club/)
- [Campus Events & Hackathons](https://joinnexus.club/events)
- [Code of Conduct](https://joinnexus.club/conduct)
- [Security & Platform Verification](https://joinnexus.club/security)
- [Terms of Service](https://joinnexus.club/terms)
- [Privacy Policy](https://joinnexus.club/privacy)