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IIUI Holds Green Campus Campaign 2010

Horticulture Department of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) launched a “Green Campus Campaign 2010”. The campaign was inaugurated by Prof. Fateh Muhammad Malik Rector IIUI in collaboration with the Environmental Club of the Environmental Sciences Department of the university. The horticulture department earmarked 8 spots of the campus for this tree plantation drive.

Speaking on the topic Altaf Burki, Horticulture Officer of the university said that total area of 7,25,000 sq. ft. was covered during this campaign and a total number of 26,680 saplings and plants were planted. Mr. Burki added that it was vision of the Rector, President and other High-ups of the university to make this campus a scenic view for coming generations and for that many campaigns were launched in previous years which have brought fruits and by and large the new campus is now giving a beautiful look. He further added that this miracle was made possible within 9 years of the new campus. Mr. Burki announced that approximately 10,000 plants would be added in coming moon-soon plantation drive.

Drive to make the new campus of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) in full swing. 26,680 saplings and plants were planted in present drive

Condolence News

IIUI Faculty members leave for Jordon

A delegation of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) headed by its President Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui left for Hashemite Kingdom of Jordon to attend 8-day International Conference organized by the International Forum for Moderation, Jordon. Other members of the delegation include: Prof. Dr. M Tahir Mansoori Dean, Dr. Muhammad Tahir Hakeem, Associate Professor, Dr. Abdullah Rizk, Associate Professor, Dr. Abdul Baki Abdul Kabir Assistant Professor, Dr. Qasim Ashraf Noor Assistant Professor from Faculty of Shariah & Law, Dr. Muhammad Zia-ul-Haq Chairman Dept. of Shariah & Law, Dr. Fazal e Hadi Wazeen Assistant Professor Faculty of Islamic Studies (Usuluddin) IIUI.

Javed Hashmi Speaks at IIUI

Makhdoom Javed Hashmi, MNA flanked by Dr. Zafar Ishaq Ansari, Vice President, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), and Sahibzada Sajid Ur Rehman, Director Dawah Academy (IIUI).

Makhdoom Javed Hashmi, MNA, Dr. Zafar Ishaq Ansari, Vice President, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Sahibzada Sajid Ur Rehman, Director Dawah Academy IIUI and others addressing at the Dawah Academy IIUI.

Seminar on “Future Relationship Marketing- A Core Shift” by Marketing Society, Faculty of Management Sciences

Marketing Society, Faculty of Management Sciences has arranged a seminar on Monday, May 3, 2010. The seminar will be addressed by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Israrul Haque, Aligarh Muslim University, India. The topic of the seminar is “Future Relationship Marketing- A Core Shift”. The seminar will start at 10 am in the auditorium, FMS Boys Campus.

IIUI Holds Seminar on Education

The Department of Education of International Islamic University Islamabad organized one-day seminar in collaboration with Higher Education on “Educational Vision: Aims and Objectives – A Critical Examination of National Education Policy – 2009”. A large number of educationists, academicians from twin cities, M.Phil and Ph.D scholars attended the seminar. The seminar was inaugurated by Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector, International Islamic University, Islamabad. Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President, of the University, Dr. Shoukat Ali Siddiqui, Dr. Mahmood-ul-Hassan Butt, Dr. P.A Shami and Prof. Dr. Nazar-ul-Islam, Dean, Faculty of Social Sciences, IIU, Prof. Dr. Khalid Hassan Bokhari, Chairman Department of Education, IIU also attended the seminar.

President, IIU made an incisive analysis of the issues confronting education in his keynote address. While addressing the participants of the Seminar, the President of the University said that education must be our first national priority. We can not make progress until and unless the GDP for education is enhanced. He mentioned that all major political parties plans great emphasis on education and promise to enhance allocations for education, yet education continues to be a low priority, in all previous policies it was claimed that GDP for education will be enhanced up to 7.%, but actually it is between 1.6 to 1.8, which is very lesser as compare to other countries. Pakistan is in grip of economic deprivation and other factors. There is a wave of separation in some of the provinces. People of few provinces are demanding their regional rights and desire to promote their regional languages and culture. Education is a weapon to deal such type of problems. Education must be our first national priority. Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui counted the core problems of the education system, lack of funding and corruption are few of them.

When the Government requires financial assistance in any department then budget for education is being focused and utilized. Confusion about the medium of instruction, controversy regarding teaching of English Language. President, IIU emphasized the learning of English. Proliferation of different systems of education in the country and funding of universities were some of the issues highlighted. Private educational institutions are collecting huge amount in shape of fee. There is a variety of private educational institutions teaching various types of curriculum. The President, IIU emphasized the importance of equality and quality of education at all levels. President, IIU emphasized there must be no gaps in implementation of policies. Enough funds must be there to implement the policies in a better way. The business of the seminar was conducted into two groups. Under the supervision of renowned educationists participants of both groups were students of MS and Ph. D programs of the Department of Education, International Islamic University, Islamabad discussed the aims and objectives of the National Education Policy 2009.

The participants of the groups presented their papers regarding the vision, aims and objectives of education in view of Quid-e-Azam, Allama Iqbal, Sir Syed Ahmad Khan and renowned Sufis of Indo-Pak sub continent. After presentation of papers, discussion started in the presence of renowned educationists in both groups. Each group under took an in-depth and critical examination of vision, aims and objective of education. The seminar adopted following recommendations unanimously.

There should be legal coverage of the policy document for having its mandatory implementation.
The Educational Policy 2009 is just like a manifesto of a political party, not a policy document. For example the current policy aimed at increasing the GDP from 1.6% to 7% which is quite unrealistic.
In order to meet the target of 100% literacy, we need to make an alternate implementation plan.
There is a lack of uniformity in the education system at implementation level which creates quality problems.
27 Million students of age 6-10 years are out of school. Until and unless supplementary provision is there we cannot meet the target.
Proper infrastructure is required for schooling that is not written in the policy
Strong monitoring system should be there as the targets are ambitious one, so a close monitoring mechanism is required.
There are 10,000 villages in which there is no single educational institution as per the findings of the census 2005-06. How policy answers this issue?
After the abolition of the concurrent list, it is suggested that the inter-provincial education Ministers forum be institutionalized to improve quality of education in a harmonized way.
Existing facilities should be maximized
In 2010, after 63 years of independence, our policy still has the reflection of wood’s dispatch 1854
We are following the investment model for implementation of our policies; the forum recommends following the moral model of policy implementation
It is required to assure the transparent and proper allocation and utilization of scares financial resource.

Constitutional Provision
- The overall constitutional provinces with respect to education are included in the National Educational Policy 2009
Political Parties’ Manifestos
- Every political party has given paramount importance for using education as a source for socio-economic development.
- Demonstration of democratic leadership by the heads/members of political parties is the need of time.
- The educational manifestos of the political parties is almost incorporated in the NEP, 2009
Previous Education Policies
- All the major thrust areas are incorporated in the current educational policy document.
- The main difference is that there are no targets specified in the current policy document.
Previous Education Policies
- The social issues based on the ground realities have not been addressed in the policy which needs to be catered.

Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Dr. A.R Saghir of IIUI and others addressing at the "Educational Vision, Aims and Objectives of the National Policy, 2009" at the University

Dr. Siddiqui visits Multan alongwith a Delegation

On the special invitation of Emerson College, Multan a delegation of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) headed by its president Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui and consisting of Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman Director Dawah Academy, Prof. Dr. Zia ul Haq Chairman Faculty of Islamic Shariah and Law and Dr. Zafar ullah Baig Deputy Dean, Faculty of Islamic Studies visited Multan.

The delegation was warmly welcomed at the Multan airport, in the city and the college. Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui along-with principal of the college and chairman of the Multan Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education Dr. Muhammad Afzal Rabbani inaugurated Jamia Masjid and laid foundation stone of a Multipurpose Hall of the Board. The college organized a grand Seerat Conference which was largely attended by academia, local leading personalities and students of Bahauddin Zakaria University and the college.

Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui in his presidential address at the conference stressed upon the need of following the Seerat of the Holy Prophet (P.B.U.H) in letter and spirit to overcome present declining situation of the Muslim Ummah in particular and the other world in general. He said Islam is symbolized in (salam) which means peace for all. The Seerat Conference was also addressed by other members of the IIUI delegation. They said that the unity among ranks and files of the Muslim Ummah is cure of all diseases, it is facing now a days. Principal of the college Dr. Afzal Rabbani speaking on the occasion said that the college has preferred to invite an academic personality to its annual function instead of inviting any political office holder.

IIUI to observe Two weekly Holidays

The International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has decided to implement five day week schedule as per instructions of the Federal Government with immediate effect. According to the university decision its offices shall remain open on Monday to Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (with half an hour Lunch/Prayer break at 1:00 p.m.) and on Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (with Lunch/Friday Prayer break from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.) This decision was taken in a high level meeting presided over by Mrs. Parveen Qadir Agha Vice President of the University. Heads of all faculties and institutes attended the meeting.

FET Proved its Metal in National Competition at FAST-NU

The Islamabad campus of FAST National University organized an event named ‘NaSCon 2010’. This annual event comprises of different Computer Science, Engineering as well as Business competitions. The event on 17 and 18th April 2010 was the 9th NaSCon competition. Teams and individual participants were being invited from universities all over Pakistan, to participate and compete amongst the best young brains of the country. Students of Faculty of Engineering & Technology (FET) of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) proved their metal by winning several prizes and awards in various categories in this nation-wide prestigious contest. The details are as follows:

Category: Digital Logic Position: 1st Students: Zai ullah, 932-FET/BSEE/F08 Sardar shahzali sikandeer, 896-FET/BSEE/F08 Sana Ullah 777-FET/BSEE/F08	Category: Hardware Project Exhibition Project: Unmanned Ground Vehicle-II (UGV-II) Supervisor: Dr. Ahmed Shuja Syed (Dean FET) & Dr. Arbab Ali Khan. Position: 2nd Students: Syed Ali Hassan, 551-FET/BSEE/F06 Rafaqat Ali, 535-FET/BSEE/F06 Awais Khan Alizai, 447-FET/BSEE/F06 Zain ul Abiddin, 572-FET/BSEE/F06

Category: Speed Wiring Supervisor: Dr. Ahmed Shuja Syed (Dean FET) & Dr. Arbab Ali Khan. Position: 2nd Students: Syed Ali Hassan, 551-FET/BSEE/F06 Rafaqat Ali, 535-FET/BSEE/F06 Awais Khan Alizai, 447-FET/BSEE/F06 Zain ul Abiddin, 572-FET/BSEE/F06	Category: Engineering problem solving Position: 3rd Students: Hamza Ijaz, 460-FET/BSEE/F06 Usman Manzoor, 565-FET/BSEE/F06 Ebad ur Rahman 450-FET/BSEE/F06

Category: Robo Race Position: 3rd Students: Zia Ur Rehman 574-FET/BSEE/F06 Faraz Quyyum 454-FET/BSEE/F06 Muhammad Awais 498-FET/BSEE/F06	Category: Robotic War Position: 3rd Students: Zia Ur Rehman 574-FET/BSEE/F06 Naveed Iftikhar 530 -FET/BSEE/F06 Adil Farooq 720-FET/BSEE/F07 Adnan Zahid 647-FET/BSEE/F07

IIUI male cultural activities conclude
Assef Ahmed Ali Distributes prizes

Federal Minister for Education Sardar Aseff Ahmed Ali said youth are builders of future and they should work with open mind and focus on exploring venues of knowledge to meet challenges of 21st century. Speaking at the prizes distribution ceremony of 22nd cultural week of International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) here on Thursday, he said Islamic University is a centre of excellence known for imparting education to students who are talented and hard working. He said the suicide bomb attack on the university which killed four students and wounded 40 others was a condemnable and sorrowful act.

The Minister said the students of the university did not die in vain and they are martyrs and will be rewarded hereafter. Suicide attacks are forbidden in Islam and are a violation of every moral and ethical value of humanity. He said Pakistan is facing difficult challenges and the terrorist attacks hampered its development. “Pakistan is at war but we have to counter the threat of terrorism and win it as it is a threat to the existence of civilization,” he added.

He said there are misperceptions about Islam but “we are not ashamed of the faith, religion and civilization”. He advised the university administration to offer more opportunities to students in fine arts, architecture and creative studies.

President IIUI Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui said 20,000 students including 8,000 girls are getting education in the university which is the third largest in the Islamic world. The university is offering degrees in arts, science, information technology, basic languages including Urdu and Persian. He informed that 600 Chinese students are studying at the university besides students from 42 other countries. The university is in agreement with seven foreign universities. It also plans to open a Chinese Language Department and Chinese Cultural Department to promote bilateral understanding. Parveen Qadir Agha Vice President, Abrar Anwar Student Advisor and Syed Manzoor Hussain Shah sports officer also addressed the concluding ceremony. Later Assef Ahmed Ali distributed shields and certificates amongst the position holders in Tajweed, Qirat, Quran, Hifz-e-Hadith, local and international cultures, debates, quiz-competitions and International exhibition and sports. In Tajweed competition, Mubashir Dilawar stood first. In international exhibition Saudi Arabia and Afghanistan shared first position. In Pakistani cultural stalls Gilgit Baltistan stood first and Azad Kashmir bagged 2nd position. In IIUI faculties, Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences stood first. In sports Late Malik Mairaj Khalid award was given to all-rounder athlete Abdul Rehman. A special prize was given to a student Asma Aziz of BS Mathematics who obtained 1st position in recently held “In-sight Dubai Conference”. Other position holders are mentioned here below: -

Urdu Debate Competition:

First Position: Ghulam Abbas Shariah & Law/LLB
Second Position: Abdullah Faizee Sharia & Law

English Debate Competition:

First Position: Ghulam Abbas Sharia & Law
Second Position: Hussain Murtaza Rind Faculty of Language and Literature

Urdu Poetry Competition GHAZAL:

First Position: Tasadoq Hussain Tasadoq Mass Communication
Second Position: Zaheer Ahmed

NAZM:

First Position: Tasadoq Hussain Tasadoq Mass Communication
Second Position: Faisal-al-Islam

Arabic Debate Competition:

First Position: Sajaad Illahi Usul-ud-din
Second Position: Aminullah Hamdard Shariah

Qirat:

First Position: Mubnashir Dilawar Shariah
Second Position: Abdul Rahman Ghafari Shariah and Hameed Ullah Najeed Usul-ud-Din

Naat:

First Position: Muhammad Farooq Azam Arabic
Second Position: Muhammad Shoaib Karim Usul-ud-Din

Hafiz:

Second Position:

Islamic Poetry:

First Position: Ibrahim Awan FET
Second Position: Hameedullah Najeed Usul-ud-din

Hadees:

First Position: Abdul Manan Adul Wahid Usul-ud-din
Second Position: Muhammad Hakeem Sabir Arabic

Hifz (Complete):

First Position: Hafiz Muhammad Farhan
Second Position: Hafiz Abdul Rahman Ghafari Sharaiah & Law

Hafz (Half):

First Position: Jahangir Ahmad Usul-ud-Din
Second Position: Hafiz Raza Muhammad Usul-ud-Din

Hifz (Seven Para):

First Position: Muhammad Adeel Asim Usul-ud-din
Second Position: Zahoor alam Usul-ud-din

Hifz (three paras):

First Position: Obaid ullah Saeed Usul-ud-din
Second Position: Hayat ullah FET and Fazal Ahmad Usul-ud-din

English Quiz Competition:

First Position: BBA (IT) Bilal Asim, Hafiz Hamad, Umaz Hussain
Second Position: Ahmad Khalique, Qazi Kifayat Ullah and Muhammad Wajid Munir of Center of Basic Studies

Sardar Assef Ahmed Ali, Federal Minister for Education flanked by Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Mrs. Parveen Qadir Agha, Vice President IIUI sitting on the stage during the prize distribution ceremony of 22nd Cultural Activities of the University

Sardar Assef Ahmed Ali giving-away a trophy to representative of Saudi Arabian stall at the concluding ceremony of the 22nd Cultural Activities of the University

Sardar Assef Ahmed Ali, Federal Minister for Education along-with Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), distributing certificates and prizes to winners of 22nd Annual Cultural Activities of the University

Grand Mushaira at IIUI

Renowned poets Anwar Masood, Dr. Ehsan Akbar and others participating in Grand Mushaira held at the Annual Cultural Activities of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)

IIUI Student Wins International Prize at Dubai

Asma Aziz, student of BS Mathematics of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) won first prize in “Photo Competition” held at the “Insight Dubai Conference” arranged by Dubai women’s college recently. Female students from all over the world participated in the conference. The topic for competition was women, children and society of the respected countries of participants. Asma Aziz Portrayed conditions of women, children and society of Pakistani villages and won first position in the competition. Second position was obtained by a student from Canada while third position went to a student from New Zealand

Justice (R) Javed Iqbal at IIUI

Justice (R) Dr. Javed Iqbal addressed a gathering at the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) on Tuesday on the Topic of "Iqbal & Secularism". The lecture was arranged by a student body called "Majlis-e-Javaden-Iqbal". Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector IIUI also addressed on the occasion.

Justice (Retd), Javed Iqbal and Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector, International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) addressing a lecture on "Iqbal and secularism" at the Faisal Masjid campus of IIUI

IIUI Cultural Activities for Male Start
Saudi, Afghan & Bangladeshi Diplomats were Chief Guests
FM Channel of Dawah Academy live broadcast proceedings of the Exhibition

The four-day 22nd Annual Cultural Activities of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) set in with its opening by the Charge’d Affairs of Saudi Arabic Muhammad Ali Badavi and Ambassador of Afghanistan Magnon Ghulab as the chief guests while Deputy High Commissioner of Bangladesh, Rector IIUI Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik and President IIUI Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui were also present on the occasion. The ceremony was also attended by Vice Presidents of the university Dr Zafar Ishaq Ansari, & Mrs. Parveen Qadir Agha the coordinator of the Cultural Activities Abrar Anwar, Deans, teachers and students.

Students from over 42 countries clad in their respective traditional dresses participated in the inaugural session of the cultural event. Stalls of Provinces of Pakistan, Azad Kashmir & Gilgit Baltistan were also part of the cultural exhibition. Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik appreciated the efforts of the students and the faculty members who did their utmost to make this event a success. He underlined the fact that such event would certainly give a breathing space to the students and the staff of the university in particular and the people of Islamabad in particular. Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui said such international cultural week is the hallmark of IIUI where students display the paintings, pictures, artifacts and cuisines depicting their own cultural fashions. This event gives the students an opportunity to interact with other cultures and hence creates an atmosphere of harmony and intercultural integration.

Dr. Siddiqui added this event also provides students and faculty members of different departments to exhibit their potential and skills and disciplines which are taught in the university. This 22nd event in the university’s history is also marked by the presence of diplomats and dignitaries from various countries for which ample security measures are taken by the administration of the university. Different sections of the civil society also participated in the main event. F.M Radio channel of Dawah Academy IIUI broadcast the running commentary of the cultural exhibition by Syed Muzammil Hussain. First day of the week was marked by cultural exhibition. English, Arabic and Urdu debate competitions, verse competition, Qiraat, Naat Competition, Poster Competition, dramas and skits competitions would be held. The cultural activities would conclude with prize distribution ceremony on Thursday, 22nd April 2010.

Debate Competition of English at IIUI

Dr. Mustafeez Alvi, Women Institute of Science & Humanities (WISH), Mr. Munawar Iqbal, Chairman Committee International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) addressing at the Debate Competition of English on occasion of 22nd Cultural Week at IIUI

Conference Presentation

Dr Muhammad Safeer Awan, Assistant Professor Dept of English has presented an audio-video presentation in the 3rd Annual Comparative Literature Conference, arranged by the University of Alberta, Canada.

The theme of the conference was “CULTURES ACROSS BORDERS: NEGOTIATING THE GLOBAL AND THE LOCAL” from 13-14 March 2010.The title of Dr Safeer’s paper was Cracking/Rewriting the Western Canon: A Study of Derek Walcott’s The Odyssey and Wole Soyinka’s The Bacchae of Euripedes. Dr Safeer said that the Postcolonial rewritings of the Western canonical works is an important site where ideologies and histories of the former colonizers and the colonized clash. He analysed Derek Walcott’s The Odyssey (in the Afro-Caribean context) and Wole Soyinka’s The Bacchae of Euripedes (in the Nigerian / African context). His contention was that both these works represent creative attempts to “revitalize” western canonical works by offering a visionary reconstruction of subterranean mythic recurrences through a “creolization” rooted in the Caribbean folklore on the one hand, and an exploration of the Dionysian myth in the light of Yoruba (Nigerian) cosmology on the other.

Walcott and Soyinka’s plays reveal an unrelenting obsession with myth and make clear its complex interaction with history. The two playwrights’ poetic imagination is constantly immersed in currents of change by crossing mythological archetypes (Caribbean, Yoruba and European) with fresh historical insights and by bringing myths “into explosive contact with the rawness of the present” (Moore 169). This reactivation and creative mutation of mythological themes reveal the two poets as both “users” and “creators” of myths; their imagination is both rooted in mythic grounds and involved in a “mythopoetic” dynamic of cultural cross-fertilization.

Closing Ceremony of the Cultural Exhibition at IIUI

Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Parveen Qadir Agha Vice President IIUI and a student addressing at closing ceremony of 22nd Female Cultural Activities

Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), distributing certificates and prizes to winners of 22nd Annual Female Cultural Activities.

Grand Musharia at IIUI

Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), presenting a shield to renowned poet Anwar Masood on 22nd Female Cultural Week of the University

A view of Grand Mushairah at International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), Poets including Iftikhar Arif, Anwar Masood and Ayesha Masood Malik and other renowned poets on 22nd Female Cultural Activities for Female at Faisal Masjid campus, IIUI

22nd Cultural Activities for Female Starts at IIUI
Hazeem Hussain Abu Shanab, Ambassador of the Palestine inaugurated the cultural exhibition

The 22nd Annual Cultural Activities for female students of the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) started on Monday 12th April 2010. Ambassador of the Palestine Hazeem Hussain Abu Shanab was the Chief Guest at the opening ceremony. President IIUI Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, vice Presidents Ms. Parveen Qadir Agha, Dr. Zafar Ishaq Ansari also attended the opening ceremony.

Pakistani and overseas students from different countries clad in their respective traditional dresses participated in the inaugural ceremony of the cultural activities. Hazeem Hussain Abu Shanab appreciate the efforts of the students and the faculty members who did their utmost to make this event a success despite the precarious circumstances of the country. Cultural activities was marked by Qirat, Hifz and Naat Competitions, Urdu, English, Arabic Debate and Quiz Competitions, Literary Arabic Festival, Cultural Exhibitions and Grand Mushaira. Prize Distribution Ceremony will be held on 22nd April, 2010 at 11:30 a.m at H-10 Campus of the IIUI.

Mr. Hazeem Hussain Abu Shanab, Ambassador of the State of Palestine, and Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), inaugurating the 22nd Annual Cultural Activities for female at Faisal Masjid campus of the IIUI

Mr. Hazeem Hussain Abu Shanab, Ambassador of the State of Palestine, along with Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI), and other guests visiting at a stall at 22nd Annual Cultural Activities for female at Faisal Masjid campus of the IIUI

Glimpses of 22nd Female Cultural Activities of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) at Faisal Masjid Campus

IIUI Students visits Federal SHARIAT COURT

An educational visit to the Federal Shariat Court was arranged by the Faculty of Shariah and Law for the Final terms of LLB (Morning and Evening) sessions on 19th’ March’ 2010. The visit was supervised by Mrs. Rukhsana Mir, Assistant Professor, Shariah and Law. The purpose of the visit was to enhance the knowledge of students regarding the proceedings of Shariat Court. The management of the court was very supportive. They guided the students to attend the proceedings in the court of Chief Justice.

A separate briefing session on the working of Federal Shariat Court was also arranged. Mr. Justice Shehzado Sheikh delivered a lecture on the functions and jurisdictions of the court and ended with the question and answer session. It was a very informative and beneficial visit for the students and they learnt a lot from the visit.

IIUI Students visits Swabi

‘Jirga’ is a Persian word. It means a gathering, a ‘Punchayat’. Literal meaning of jirga is one such traditional institute, which seeks solutions to economical, social, cultural, regional and defense problems by integrating consultation and collective participation. Jirga is an assembly of tribal elders. All matters including distribution of land, property, blood feuds, blood money, the question of peace and war and other inter-tribal affairs fall within the jurisdiction of Jirga. It discharges both executive and judicial functions. There is no settled requirement of its membership. However, it usually consists of members known for their honesty and integrity.

The use of Jirga system is a highly contested issue among the civil society groups as well as some of the formal members of the judicial system. The High Court of Sindh on 23 April 2003 through a judgment banned the trials by Jirga terming it against the constitution and law of Pakistan. The major critique against the jirga system is that it protects disputed traditional practices such as ‘honor killing’ and that it does not allow women to be a member of the Jirga. However, many consider jirga trials to be inexpensive, speedy and accessible and therefore more effective as compared to the court process.

In a society where such contrast of opinion prevails on jirga trials, it becomes all the more important for a law student, particular the one studying Procedural Codes, to have a first hand experience with this parallel procedure of dispute resolution in Pakistan. An educational endeavor organized to Swabi by the students of Criminal Procedure Code, 8th semester, Faculty of Shariah and Law, Women Campus on 20-03-2010 was therefore of much importance. It was a very well organized and a well-planned trip. The DCO and the DPO Swabi were very supportive. They offered separate briefing sessions to the students of International Islamic University on the history of the jirga tradition and procedure of the jirga trial in Pakistan including the Tribal Belt. They highlighted the importance the jirga system carries to the general public of Pakistan.

The most interesting segment of the venture was an excellent opportunity to have an interactive session with the presiding members/elders of the local Jirga at Toppi situated near Swabi. In short, the trip to Swabi was success. Extremely informative, giving absolutely a different outlook to students in understanding the concept of jirga in Pakistan. We would like to pay special gratitude to the Assistant Commissioner Swabi, Mr. Ali Anan Qamar, for his utmost support to the students. For without his help and assistance this venture would not have been possible. We are also highly grateful for the lavish teas and scrumptious lunch organized by his administration to honor the students of the University.

FET dominates at COMSATS Project Exhibition (CEPEX) 2010

Students perusing their degrees in Faculty of Engineering & Technology are embarking upon standards and meeting today’s technological challenges. A real hands-on training is a big time focus, which provides our students a greater distinction as compared to many others at various places. Students have been participating in almost all national level competitions an making IIU proud by winning awards and appreciations from academia and industry. Very recently, they participated in “COMSATS Engineering Project Exhibition 2010” from April 1st to April 3rd, 2010 at CIIT, Islamabad, and won awards in all those categories in which they took part. Details are as below:

Events and Students:

Project: Robust Incubation System Category: Engineering Project Exhibition Position: 3rd Supervisor: Engr. Khurram Hussain Students: Javed Iqbal, 467-FET/BSEE/F06 Muhammad Osaid, 510-FET/BSEE/F06 Zia ur Rehman, 574-FET/BSEE/F06 Naveed Iftikhar, 530-FET/BSEE/F06 Salman Rashid, 544-FET/BSEE/F06		Project: Unmanned Ground Vehicle-II (UGV-II) Category: Engineering Project Exhibition Supervisor: Dr. Ahmed Shuja Syed & Dr. Arbab Ali Khan. Position: 1st Consolation Award Students: Syed Ali Hassan, 551-FET/BSEE/F06 Rafaqat Ali, 535-FET/BSEE/F06 Awais Khan Alizai, 447-FET/BSEE/F06 Zain ul Abiddin, 572-FET/BSEE/F06

Category: Speed Programming Position: 3rd Students: Syed Ali Raza, 552-FET/BSEE/F06 Waqas Mobeen, 567-FET/BSEE/F06		Category: MicroController Interfacing Position: 3rd Students: Naveed Iftikhar, 530-FET/BSEE/F06 Zia ur Rehman, 574-FET/BSEE/F06

Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) - II designed and
developed by FET Students

FET Students- Winning Teams at CEPEX 2010

Robust Incubation System developed by FET Students

IIUI to hold Rovering Championship

International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) in connection with its Silver Jubilee and in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission, (HEC) is organizing Inter-Varsity Rovering championship at the National Head Quarters, Pakistan Boy Scouts Association. Karachi University, Mehran University of Engineering & Technology Jamshoro, Bahauddin Zakaria University Multan, University of the Punjab, Lahore, G.C university Lahore, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Quaid-i-Azam University Islamabad and International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) are participating in the event.

Manzoor Hussain Shah, Organizing Secretary of the event informed that during the championship 6 competitions will be held and final will be held from 9th to 12th April 2010. He added that all the necessary arrangements have been finalized.

IIUI Holds Seminar on “Wetlands and Its Conservation”

“This is an era of latest inventions resulting in the emergence of new disciplines. Environmental science refers to an interdisciplinary academic field that integrates biological and physical sciences to the study of environment problems. Exploration and research in diverse fields of science gradually revealed the potential benefits of the resources available in the natural environment.” This was stated by Mr. Richard Garstang, Country Head of the Pakistan Wetlands Programme of the UNDP.

He added that created natural resources are of immense importance but need exploration, investigation and looking for its proper utilization for the betterment of the humanity. He said that the developing awareness of the environment has resulted in seeing the world as an interrelated discipline rather than an isolated unit which has resulted in the emergence of new paradigm viewed as “environmental sciences”.

Speaking on the occasion Dr. Ehsan Ullah Dean Faculty of Basic and Applied Sciences said that “IIUI is filled with strong academic atmosphere and in this backdrop this department was established in year 2007. The Department holds various activities to bring awareness about the importance of nature to be saved and in highlighting the rediscovery of human relation with nature in the light of eco-Islamic principles. The unique feature of the university is to provide the gateway to the female students by providing them with the separate facilities that encourage them to pursue their higher studies.

Ms. Syeda Maria Ali, Incharge of Environmental Science said that “ He is proud that the department is holding various degree programmes like BS, MS and M.Sc. The major focus is to blend both the theory and research with the idea of training of students and research scholars through real life projects. The Department of Environmental Sciences conducts research and offers instruction in the areas of Ecology, Geosciences, Hydrology, Chemistry, Atmospheric Sciences and Environmental Management. This unique integration of several sciences fosters cooperation and the exchange of information and ideas on the scientific problems and issues of the environment. The research efforts of both faculty and students, whether disciplinary or interdisciplinary, deal with problems of fundamental scientific interest. A number of students also addressed on the occasion.

Mr. Richard Garstand, Country Head of Pakistan Wetland Programme (PWP) of UNDP delivering a lecture on "Wetland and its Conservation" at the International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI)

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Seminar on “Educational Vision:” at IIUI

The International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) in connection with its silver Jubilee celebrations and in collaboration with the Higher Education Commission (HEC) is holding a one-day Seminar on “Educational Vision: Aims and Objectives- A Critical Examination of National Education Policy -2009” on Saturday 10th April 2010 at 10.00 a.m. at IRI Auditorium, Faisal Masjid Campus of the university. Leading scholars to address on the occasion. The Seminar shall end at 07.00 p.m.

IIUI Cultural Activities to Start From April 12, 2010
Educational & Industrial Organizations Invited to Participate

The International Islamic University, Islamabad in connection with its silver Jubilee celebrations is holding its 22nd annual Cultural Activities from 12th April 2010. The activities to include an International Islamic Exhibition to reflect cultural diversity of the Muslim world and some countries where Muslims constitute sizeable minority status. 20-25 Muslim countries will participate in this exhibition and exhibit their cultures including dress, pottery, paintings, photographs, foods, music, art and literature. Students from 42 countries will setup stalls with the help of their Embassies. This exhibition will be held on April 12-13, 2010 for female and April 19-20, 2010 for male at IIUI New Auditorium Complex, Faisal Masjid Campus Islamabad.

Twenty thousand students, teachers and employees will be visiting this exhibition. It will also be opened for families from Rawalpindi and Islamabad. Traditionally Saudi Arabia, Iran, UAE, China, Afghanistan, Kashmir, countries from ASEAN, SAARC and all the provinces of Pakistan will setup their stalls. The University has invited different manufacturers and traders to setup their stalls for promotion of their products. These will include foods, drinks and mineral water, stationary, garments, gift items etc.

The Cultural Activities shall also include declamation contests in Urdu, English, Arabic, Qirat, Hifz & Naat Competitions, Literary Arabic Festival, Grand Musaira, at both male & female campuses of the university separately. Mrs. Parveen Qadir Agha, Vice President IIUI has been appointed as Chief Coordinator of the 22nd Annual Cultural Activities of the university. She has asked interested educational as well as industrial organizations to set up their stalls at the cultural exhibition. She can be contacted at phone number 051-9019204.

Prof. Wang Jisi Visits IIUI

Professor Wang Jisi, Dean School of International Studies of Peking University, Beijing China visited the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) on Tuesday. Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector IIUI, Mrs. Parveen Qadir Agha, Vice President (A&F) IIUI along with Deans and Directors of faculties and institutes of the university received the Chinese academic. A large number of Chinese students of the Islamic university were also present on the occasion. Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik briefed the Chinese academic on objectives, history and achievements of the university in last 25 years of its functioning. Prof. Malik added that the university is not only imparting traditional education but it also instructs students in contemporary fields of knowledge.

Professor Wang Jisi in his speech lauded the IIUI role in providing quality education to the students without any discrimination. He assured Peking university’s cooperation to the Islamic University. He also visited the female campus of the university.

A lecture on Interfaith Dialogue at IIUI

The Female section of Faculty of Shariah & Law organized a distinguished lecture of Ms. Sabiha Rehman, Director Interfaith Programs at American Society for Muslim Advancement (ASMA) on "Interfaith Dialogue". She is also a member of the Women's Islamic Initiative in Spirituality and Equality (WISE) of (ASMA). Residing in a pluralist society of America, she has dedicated many years to the teaching of Islam to Muslim youth.

The guest speaker elaborated the historical development of interfaith dialogue in American society. She said that Muslims first tried to save their own identity after the first major public controversy- The Satanic Verses by Salman Rushdi and 9/11 proved to be turning point in development of interfaith dialogue. consequently different groups of Muslims joined together to strengthen an authentic expression of Islam based on cultural and religious harmony through interfaith collaboration, youth and women’s empowerment, and arts and cultural exchange.

She explained that it is all because Muslims believe in equality of all human beings who are guided by compassion and mercy to work in collaboration with others for the common good to create just and peaceful societies. She stressed upon the need of interfaith dialogue among different religions by sharing commonalties and celebrating differences. The lecture was attended by teachers and students of different faculties. At the conclusion of the lecture the guest speaker was presented with a university souvenir by Mrs. Samina Bashir , the In charge faculty of Sharaih &Law.

Seminars in Marketing organized by MS-PhD Students of Professor M I Ramay of FMS at IIUI

Faculty of Management Sciences has long history of academic excellence. As a part of MS studies in seminar in marketing Prof. Muhammad I Ramay discussed the advanced techniques of Marketing strategies to equip in market and announced a need of partial fulfillment of the course to walk the market and conduct seminars of the people of remarkable and outstanding marketing portfolio.

The students of MS Class under the supervision of Prof M. I. Ramay have arranged a series of seminars on current marketing challenges facing by the market leading companies of different sector of economy. In this regard students invited Prominent Marketers from the industry. Guests discussed rudimentary marketing tactics which are implemented by big companies in Pakistan. It is great source of learning for students of FMS.

These Seminars were held in seminar room of the faculty of management sciences, International Islamic University Islamabad. Faculty members of FMS, students of MS and MBA attended these sessions and got the opportunity to grasp the knowledge and experience of representatives of Pakistan's leading companies of different sector. Teachers and Students showed great interest in these seminars and they commented that this is the good source of increasing their knowledge of current marketing issues. In the end of these sessions souvenirs were given to speakers by Prof. M. I. Ramay and refreshments are served to guests.

First Seminar:

On 5th March 2010 Umer Manzoor, Director CSR; Mobilink discussed with the students the success story of Mobilink, Pakistan.

Second Seminar:

Syed Asim Ali Executive Vice President Pakistan Telecom communication Limited delivered lecture on Marketing Strategies of PTCL on March 12, 2010.

Third Seminar:

MR. KHAWAJA MUNIB, Vice President (Pakistan & Afghanistan), American Power Company, gave a brief presentation on the marketing strategy of the company on March 18, 2010. He told how APC was owned by the Schinieder Electric few years back but still Schienider is using the brand image of APC. He said, Afghanistan has the market potential but due to security risk we can not make investments in it.

Fouth Seminar:

On 26th March, Ch. Basharat Senior Area manager State Life Insurance discussed the ideas of insurance business and marketing strategies implemented by insurance companies.

Fifth Seminar:

A lecture on "Pharmaceutical Sales & Marketing Practices & Current Trends" organized by MS Marketing Class of FMS on April 02, 2010. Syed Aamir Ali Director "Solvours" Event Management company delivered the lecture.

Photo showing the students of MS-PhD	Umer Manzoor, Director CSR; Mobilink
Syed Asim Ali Executive Vice President Pakistan Telecom communication Limited	MR. KHAWAJA MUNIB, Vice President (Pakistan & Afghanistan), American Power Company
MR. KHAWAJA MUNIB, Vice President (Pakistan & Afghanistan), American Power Company
Ch. Basharat Senior Area manager State Life Insurance	Group photo showing organizers and Syed Asim Ali Executive Vice President Pakistan Telecom communication Limited

Reference for Dr. Zawwar H. Zaidi at IIUI Leading Scholars Call For Following Footsteps of Dr. Zaidi

The International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) in collaboration with Quaid-e-Azam Academy, Islamabad arranged a Memorial Reference for Dr. Zawwar H. Zaidi. Leading scholars including Rector IIUI Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik and President IIUI Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, Professor Sharif-ul-Mujahid, Dr. Anwar H. Syed, Dr. Naeem Qureshi, Akram Shaheedi, Qaisra Alvi Students Advisor, IIUI addressed on various aspects of Dr. Zawwar H. Zaidi’s life. A large number of dignitaries of the Federal Capital and Rawalpindi and a number of students of the IIUI and other educational institutions attended the reference.

A glimpse of speeches made at the reference:

Dr. Zaidi had been, throughout his life, an ambassador of Quaid’s ideals, and even his old age and fragile health did not impede him in his mission to project the Quaid’s role in the Pakistan Movement. He stood for what he believed in: that without his leadership the dream of Allama Iqbal would have not seen the light of the day. Extremely unwavering was his passion for and commitment to the Quaid, which with the passage of time, kept on depending, as is explicitly apparent from his persistence in collecting and preserving thousands of Quaid’s documents.

Some light on his background:

Dr. Zaidi was born in Badayun (UP), India. After obtaining a Master’s degree in history from Aligarh University, he came to Lahore after partition, and joined the Forman Christian College as a lecturer, where he taught for about twelve years before going to the UK for his doctorate.

His association with the School of Oriental & African Studies (SOAS), London provided him with the opportunity to share his thoughts with the academia of his time which, of course, helped to deepen his commitment to Jinnah. Dr. Zaidi had idealized the Quaid even organized student delegations and went round many parts of India to popularize the Pakistan Movement.

Dr. Zawwar Hussain Zaidi, distinguished historian, enlightened scholar, a thorough gentleman and, above all, a stead fast devotee of the Quaid-i-Azam, whom he considered to be the savior of Muslims and a statesman imbued with a rare quality to foresee the course of history.

The reference:

The speakers at the Zawwar Zaidi Memorial Reference said that he was enthusiastic and passionate beyond measure in disseminating the Quaid’s message – a mission he carried out throughout his life. Twenty-five volumes of Jinnah Papers in English, Urdu and Persian were published during his tenure as Editor-in-Chief of the Quaid-i-Azam Papers Wing. And in recognition of his meritorious services the Government of Pakistan awarded him the Sitara-i-Imtiaz. His death has doubtless been a great loss to his friends and teammates who, though missing his presence would continue to be guided by his vision and mission.

They added that with a view to conserving the historic struggle for Pakistan under the Quaid’s leadership, Dr Zaidi moved the Government of Pakistan to arrange for preservation of the Quaid-i-Azam’s correspondence. Accordingly, Quaid-i-Azam Papers Wing for editing and publishing of Jinnah Papers came into being under Dr. Zaidi’s Chief editorship. In order that the history of the struggle for Pakistan, is preserved for generation yet unborn, Dr Zaidi convinced the Government to establish Quaid-i-Azam Papers Wing with the objective of editing and publishing the Jinnah Papers, and we are all indebted to Dr. Zaidi for this singular service. The speakers paid rich tributes to Dr. Zaidi for his historic role in preserving past history of the nation for future generations.

Some salient points from speeches:

Prof. Sharif-ul-Mujahid former Director Quaid-e-Azam Academy in his speech termed Dr. Zaidi as s symbol of dedication for a cause. Dr. Anwar H Sayyed from USA recounted his friendship with Dr. Zaidi and asked academia to follow his footsteps for benefit of the new generation.

Prof. Fateh Muhammad Malik Rector IIUI was of the view that scholars should get a light of guidance from persons of Dr. Zaidi’s caliber. Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui President IIUI said that the International Islamic University, Islamabad is not only an international institution but it is also strengthening nationhood for preservation of glorious past of Pakistan. He added that Pakistan came into existence through the leadership of Quaid-i-Azam and his colleagues. Dr. Zaidi’s role was to preserve that history and he managed very well.

Akram Shaheedi Present Editor in Chief of the Quaid-i-Azam Academy was proud to be heading an academy which was dedicated to Quaid-i-Azam for which Dr. Zaidi struggled in whole of his life. Begum Parveen Zaidi thanked IIUI and Quaid-i-Azam Academy for arranging the memorial reference.

A view of Stage of a memorial reference for Dr. Zawwar Hussain Zaidi held at the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI). Picture shows, Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President IIUI, Dr. Anwar H Sayyed from USA, Akram Shaheedi, Prof. Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector IIUI, Begum Dr. Zaidi, Dr. Naeem Qureshi and Prof. Sharif-ul-Mujahid

Prof. Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector IIUI, addressing the memorial reference for Dr. Zawwar Hussain Zaidi held at the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI).

Dr. Zawwar Hussain Zaidi reference at the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) being addressed by Dr. Anwar H Syed from USA, Professor Sharif ul Mujahid, Professor Fateh Muhammad Malik, Rector IIUI, Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President IIUI, Akram Shaheedi and Professor Quaiserah Alvi

IIUI Study Trip to "MUQTADRA QAUMI ZUBAN"(NLA)

Department of English, Female Campus of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) organized a study trip to National Language Authority (NLA) for students enrolled in the course of “Translation Studies”. Ms. Sadaf Bukhari, Research Associate led the delegation who called on Mr. Iftikhar Arif, Chairman and Dr. Atash Durrani of the authority. The chief spokespersons were Mr. Iftikhar Arif, briefed the students on importance of translations in the present modern world and the need to introduce Translation Studies as a separate subject at the graduate and postgraduate level in Pakistan.

Dr. Atash Durrani, Head, Bureau of Translation, Dictionaries and Terminologies of NLA informed the students about the emerging science “The Terminology Sciences”. He also discussed his project on machine translations of Urdu text and explained the theories, techniques and different methods of machine translations specifically and translations in general. The study trip was of great value and highly informative to the students as it broadened their views regarding translations as a field of study, its importance and scope in today's world .

Seminar on Quality Assurance in Higher Education at IIUI

The Quality Enhancement Cell of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) arranged a seminar on “Quality Assurance in Higher Education” at the university. Director Quality Assurance at National University of Sciences & Technology (NUST) Engineer, Air Cdre. (Retd) Muhammad Ismail delivered keynote address.

“Without accepting the challenges in improving the quality of Higher Education , we shall always be lacking the international compatibility, competitiveness and the capacity to innovate, which is vital to bring socio economic change in this country”. This was stated by Prof Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President IIUI while giving the concluding remarks in the seminar in order to highlight the importance of Quality Assurance in Higher Education.

The learned speaker Air Cdre. (R) Muhammad Ismail explained the need, concept and mechanism to meet the global challenges with regards to quality assurance in this area. The seminar was attended by the Vice President, all the Deans of Faculty, Chairpersons of teaching departments and Directors. The speaker emphasized that Quality Assurance cannot happen automatically or accidentally and it is our moral obligation to give the best possible, to our students. He introduced various essentials for improvement of quality in detail including infrastructure, quality of students, instructional and learning environment, assessment procedures, research environment. He said that the fundamental questions that we need to ask ourselves for the quality assurance are, what are we doing (teaching and research), why is it being done, how well is it being done, how could we improve what is being done, is it in line with the national and international requirements ? He identified focus areas for quality initialization such as curriculum development, improvement in delivery and assessment methods and enhancement of R&D programs of the university.

He dealt at length with the Quality Assurance mechanism through Self Assessment procedures based on the desired outcomes of the programs, University Internal Review and External reviews. Usual impediments in implementing these procedures and possible solutions were also discussed, which included the inherent inertia for change, at times non cooperation from the junior faculty, lack of students interest In providing realistic feedback and resistance to change the status quo in the administrative channels of the university. In response, the president IIUI agreed with the speaker that that improvement in Quality Assurance is an uphill task but it can always be accomplished with the whole hearted efforts of the academia and the administrative staff. He advised the faculty and quality enhancement cell to do it with patience and consistence. The University will provide full support in achieving the quality objectives.

Mr. Muhammad Ismail Quality Control Expert of the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) speaking on Importance of Quality Control in Higher Education at the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI), Dr. Anwar Hussain Siddiqui, President IIUI is also seen in the photograph

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