The International Islamic University Islamabad (IIUI) celebrated the successful completion of its Postdoctoral Fellowship Program 2024–2025 with a certificate awarding ceremony led by Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saad Alahmed, President of IIUI and Dean of the Faculty of Education. The event took place at the Council Hall, Administration Block, marking a significant milestone for the university’s commitment to research and academic excellence.
Prof. Dr. Ahmed Saad Alahmed personally awarded certificates to the second batch of postdoctoral fellows from the Faculty of Education, recognizing their dedication and contributions to policy-relevant research. The fellows, in turn, presented a souvenir to the President as a token of appreciation. “This fellowship program is vital in fostering scholarly excellence and building a vibrant academic culture here at IIUI,” said Prof. Dr. Alahmed. “I congratulate all fellows on their achievements and applaud the Department of Educational Leadership and Management for executing such a research-intensive and impactful program.”
Dr. Azhar Mahmood, Chairperson of the Department of Educational Leadership and Management, shared insights into the fellowship’s academic diversity and policy impact. He noted the fellows’ varied research themes and the strong collaboration between fellows and their supervisors. The President also commended the tireless efforts of faculty members and coordinators, highlighting Dr. Fouzia Ajmal’s pivotal role in managing academic affairs throughout the program.
The ceremony concluded with a collective commitment to strengthen IIUI’s research culture and encourage interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful completion of this fellowship batch underscores IIUI’s ongoing vision to support advanced research and nurture academic excellence across disciplines.