Open Public Defense of PhD Dissertation of Ms. Niad Aman, Department of Islamic Studies, AWKUM
Open Public Defense of PhD Dissertation of Mr. Afsar Ali, Department of Islamic Studies, AWKUM
On
14th August, Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) marked
Pakistan's Independence Day with a series of patriotic and
environmentally-focused activities. The celebration began with the recitation
of the Holy Quran, followed by the National Anthem and a flag-hoisting
ceremony. Prof. Dr. Muhammad Tahir, Vice-Chancellor of AWKUM, delivered an
inspiring speech emphasizing the importance of national unity and the role of
education in nation-building. He highlighted that our independence was achieved
through immense sacrifices and underscored that it is now our duty to work for
the betterment of the country. Prayers for the prosperity of the nation and the
University were also offered.
The
event featured speeches and presentations by students, who expressed their love
for the country through passionate performances of national anthems. Following
the formal proceedings, the University Advancement Cell & Career
Development Centre, in collaboration with the Directorate of Administrations,
launched a plantation drive under the theme "Green AWKUM, Green
Pakistan."
The
plantation drive was supported by generous donations of plants from Arctic
Associates-2, Walls Ice Cream Pakistan, and Zama Kor, with co-sponsorship from
the District Youth Office Mardan. The drive was inaugurated by the
Vice-Chancellor, with active participation from faculty, staff, and students.
In
his closing remarks, the Honorable Vice-Chancellor presented certificates of
appreciation to the sponsors and students who contributed to the event's
success. He emphasized the critical importance of plantation for the survival
of future generations, announcing that the drive would continue throughout the
week as part of the University's ongoing commitment to environmental
sustainability.
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Three distinguished faculty
members from Abdul Wali Khan University Mardan (AWKUM) were honored to present
their research at the "Eco Art: Green Latif-Nature and Culture
International Symposium 2024," organized by SABS University of Arts,
Design and Heritage, Jamshoro, Sindh. The symposium, held on August 5-6, 2024,
in Jamshoro and Karachi, attracted scholars from various regions including
Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Punjab, Baluchistan, Sindh, Italy, and Australia.
Dr. Syed Rashid Ali, Associate
Professor of Sociology at AWKUM, presented his paper titled "Notes on
Bhittai’s Poetry: A Socio-ecological Reflection" on the first day of the
symposium. His research explored the socio-ecological dimensions in the poetry
of Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai, a revered Sufi poet.
Dr. Liaqat Iqbal, Associate
Professor of English, delivered a paper on "Phonological Patterns in Shah
Abdul Latif Bhittai’s Poetry: A Linguistic Analysis of Sounds and
Symbolism," analyzing the intricate phonological patterns and their
symbolic significance in Bhittai’s work.
Dr. Rafiq Nawab, Assistant
Professor of English, presented his research on "Shah Abdul Latif
Bhittai’s Poetry: Reflecting Deep Ecological Cognizance and Human Connection to
Nature." His paper highlighted the profound ecological awareness embedded
in Bhittai's poetry and its reflection on the human-nature relationship.
The symposium, which gathered
academic minds from around the world, provided a platform for enriching
discussions on the intersection of nature, culture, and art.
For more information, the
symposium's proceedings can be accessed online at: SABS University
on Facebook.