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January 2013
IIUI regularizes 82 male and female employees
Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, Acting President of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has said that institutions are governed by the rule and regulations and if these rules and regulations are ignored, the institutions will face anarchy and will not be able to function properly. He was addressing to the ceremony, which was organized to distribute the appointment letters among 80 employees which were working on daily wages basis in the university. Mr. Tabriz Aslam, Director Human Resource, IIUI was also present on the occasion.

Dr. Sajid ur Rehman said that some time unpopular decisions have to taken for the welfare of an organization but these decisions have hidden interest of organization and its employees. Addressing to the employees he said that IIUI is not the name of walls and building but it exists with you. He said that employees should keep in their minds the goodwill and welfare of the university because this university is the source of bread and butter for them and their family. He said that university is our mother, it gives us sustenance and respect and we should respect it like a mother. Dr. Sajid ur Rehman assured that remaining employees which are working on daily wages bases will soon be made permanent. He distributed appointment letters among 82 male and female employees of Scale 01 to 05, which were working on daily basis as Gardner, Waiter, Library Attendant, Junior Cook, Junior Chapati Man and Gate Keeper since last 3 years.

Later on employees thanked the IIUI administration and especially Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman on his efforts for the welfare of employees.

IIUI Installs New Heating System
The Inaugural ceremony of Hydronic Heating System installed at Mariyam Block (Female Campus), Science & Technology Block, Faculty of Engineering & Technology Block (Male Campus) of the International Islamic University, Islamabad was held at the female campus of the university. Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, President IIUI inaugurated the new system. Dr. Zaitoon Begum, Director Female Campus, Engineer Tahir Khan, Director (Project &Planning) IIUI including male & Female faculty members and students were also present on the occasion.

Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman said that the university administration is fully aware of the problems of students and trying to solve it on priority basis. He said that we are trying our best to provide each and every possible facility to the students so that they may keep continue their study and research work without any hurdle.

Earlier Engineer Tahir Khan briefed the President in detail about the newly installed system and said that the basic objective of the installation of this system is to protect the students from the intensity of weather.

CJ of Libya Visits IIUI
IIUI will contribute to train human resource of Libya at the best Universities of our country; Dr. Masoom Yasinzai
“Pakistan and Libya should strengthen bilateral relationship by exchanging knowledge and research through the universities of both the countries”, it was said by Mr. Justice Kamal B.A. Dhan, Chief Justice of Supreme Court of Libya and Mr. Justice Nouredeen A. Al-akrmi, Judge Supreme Court of Libya while addressing to a reception in their honour in International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) here on Tuesday. The other members of the delegation consist of Mr. Justice Saleh A.S. Abouzid, Judge, Mr. Justice Ramadan F.F. Beleil, Judge, Mr. Faud Muhamad Salem, Registrar, Supreme Court of Libya and Mr. Abbas S.M. Mezweigh, Charg,d affairs of Libya in Pakistan. Dr. Masoom Yasinzai, Rector IIUI, Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, Acting President IIUI, Dr. Mumtaz Ahmad, Vice President (Academics) including deans, directors and faculty members of the university were also present on the occasion.

Dr. Kamal B.A Dhan said that 60 million peoples of Libya are connected with each other with relationship of devotion. They love Islam and it is strange that 10 millions out of 60 millions are Huffaz. Libya is in the process of transitional period and we are trying to improve all our institutions to meet the international standards. He appreciated the role of Pakistani community working in Libya and said that they are contributing phenomenally in the development of our country. He lauded the role of International Islamic University, Islamabad and admired its educational system.

Dr. Masoom Yasinzai said that it is an honour for IIUI to receive such a high level judicial delegation in International Islamic University, Islamabad. Such exchange of visits of delegations is a good tradition which enables us to share the experiences of each other and to understand the judicial and educational system of both countries.

Dr. Masoom said that IIUI has acquired good ranking due to the hard work of faculty members especially the Faculty of Shariah & Law which integrates Shariah and Law with the modern law. Upon the establishment of Islamic University in Libya Dr. Masoom said that IIUI will contribute to train human resource of Libya at the best universities of our country. In his concluding remarks Dr. Masoom said that we will be more than one step ahead to cooperate the people of Libya to establish strong ties between the two countries.

Earlier, welcoming the delegation Dr. Sahibzada sajid ur Rehman briefed the delegation about the IIUI and said that IIU was established to educate not only Islamic but human and social sciences also. Dr. Sajid ur Rehman said that through education and research the Muslim countries can come out of all the problems faced by them. At the end Dr. Yasinzai distributed shields among the honourable judges of Libya. The delegation of Libya also presented gifts to the high-ups of IIUI.

THE PRESIDENT LAUDS THE LAUNCHING OF THE BOOK: معاصر عربی BY DR. GHAZI
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President, International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) expressed his gratitude & pleasure on launching the book: معاصر عربی by Dr. InamulHaq Ghazi. In his meeting with Dr. Ghazi & letter of appreciation addressed to him, he hoped that book shall be very beneficial to all those who aspire to learn Modern Standard Arabic. He, thanking the author, expected also that such efforts & contributions will lead towards the enhancement of IIU ranking.

THE CONFERENCE ON “PROBLEMATIC OF QURAN’S TRANSLATIONS IN THE SUB-CONTINENT” HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED
Meeting of steering committee of the forth coming conference on “Problematic of Quran’s Translations in the Sub-Continent”, presided over by Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President, International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) was held on January 10, 2013.
The committee decided to reschedule the conference as per following details: –

  1. Last Date for the submission of full text papers (February 24, 2013)
  2. Final selection of papers by the Academic Committee (March 10,2013)
  3. April 03-04, 2013 conference days (April 03-04-2013)
Media should play active role in propagation of the real picture of Islam; Dr. Al-Draiweesh
“International Islamic University is providing quality education to the various peoples of the society at domestic and foreign level so that they may play their role not only in the progress of their society but for the whole Muslim Ummah”. This was said by Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) while he was briefing the media representatives regarding up coming Seerat-e-Tayyaba (P.B.U.H) Celebrations of Dawah Academy. Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, Director General Dawah Academy and Vice President IIUI was also present on the occasion.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh said that the world has become a global village and now it is the duty of the media representatives that they present the real picture of Islam to the world and to resolve the misunderstandings in this regard. He urged the media representatives that they build links with scholars and publish their thoughts and ideas, who presents Islam as a balanced and moderate religion and are against the extremism and terrorism. He also invited the media representatives to visits IIUI and to inform the public about the educational system and other activities of the university.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh appreciated the Da’wah Academy on getting together the representatives of various schools of thoughts and said that Da’wah Academy is truly measures for the welfare of society. About the role of scholars he said that they are the inheritors of the prophets and they can bring out the society from the atmosphere of chaotic and violence. He said that Medical Faculty and Hospital will be built soon in the university.

Earlier Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman while briefing media representatives about Da’wah Academy said that Da’wah Academy is a platform for the scholars of different orientations where they are getting Islamic Education. He said that IIUI is the third largest university of the county where students from more than 60 countries of the world and getting quality education. He said that when they go back to their countries they work as ambassadors of Pakistan in their respective countries. At the end Dr. Al-Draiweesh presented sets of Da’wah Publications to the media representatives.

ANOTHER DISTINCTION OF DR. SAJID MIRZA
Dr. Muhammad Sajid Mirza Senior Librarian, Da’wah Academy presented his first place winning research paper titled “Electronic resources and services in Pakistani university libraries: A survey of users’ satisfaction” in the 75th annual conference of the American Society for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) USA on “Information, Interaction, Innovation: Celebrating the Past, Constructing the Present, and Creating the Future” held at Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America during Oct. 26-31, 2012. Dr. Mirza also visited 11 world renowned universities and institutions including Harvard University, Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), University of California, Columbia University, Library of Congress etc. during his post conference stay (Nov. 01-28, 2012) in the United States. He also received first place winning research paper cash award of $2000 along with a certificate.

 

 

 

Terminal Examination on 16 January 2013
The IIU Terminal Examinations Fall 2012 will be held as per schedule from tomorrow, i.e. 16-1-2013.
VP(A&F)

Entry Test and Terminal Examination Rescheduled
Keeping in view the difficulties of transportation and communication which may be confronted by the students and their parents on 14th January, 2013 the authorities of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has decided that all the admission tests (Spring 2013 Semester) / Terminal Examinations (Fall 2012 Semester) scheduled for 12, 13, 14 and 15th January, 2013 has been re-scheduled by the respective HODs/Deans of the faculties on the next available dates. The new schedule is available Here

Dawah Academy: Seerat-e-Tayyaba Celebrations will start at 15th January
Da’wah Academy of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) organized a meeting to finalize the annual events of Seerat-e-Tayyaba (P.B.U.H) chaired by Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, Vice President IIUI and Director General of the academy. On the occasion Dr. Sajid ur Rehman said that Seerat-e-Tayyaba provide a guide line to the whole world to spread peace and love for each other. He said that this is the reason that the academy has arranged various events to celebrate the holy month of Rabi-ul-Awwal.

He was on the view that these events will lead the new generation to follow Uswa-e-Hasana (P.B.U.H) to play their role in establishing peace and harmony in the country. The seven days annual events will start from 15th January and concluded on 21st January 2013.

Dr. Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President IIUI shall preside over the event of All Pakistan Mehfil-e-Husn-e-Qirat on January 15, 2013. The first lady from the embassy of Saudi Arabia in Islamabad shall be the chief guest on the Seerat-e-Sahabiat Conference to be held on January 16, 2013 at Faisal Masjid Campus of the university. Dawah Academy will organize an annual Dawah Book fair from January 16 to 21 ,2013 where publishers across the country will offer 30 to 50 % special discount to the visitors. The Seerat Conference will be held on 21st January, where Dr. Masoom Yasinzai, Rector IIUI shall preside over the conference while Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh shall be the chief guest on the occasion. The concluding ceremony of the Book fair will be held on 21st January, 2013 where, Chairman Islamic Ideology Council, Moulana Mohammad Khan Sherani shall be the chief guest.

IIUI is the leading university of the country
The International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) is the leading university of the country and according to the Quality Enhancement Cell (QEC) of the university IIUI is the third largest university of the country in terms of student’s enrolment while it was placed at 5th best university in general large category by Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad. Likewise IIU was placed on 23rd in Research ranking by HEC in 2012 having 48 International ISI index paper in 2011. The HEC has awarded “W” category in general infrastructure & facilities to IIU, which is the highest category in this regard.

It is worth mentioning that Quality Enhancement Cell of International Islamic University was established in 2010. Since its establishment, QEC is coordinating with the HEC on various matters like improvement in quality education, Research promotion in the university, subject wise statistical updates and faculty appointment criteria implementation, due to which IIUI has improved in every area.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh Visits IIIE
Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has said that Development of nation is impossible without adopting the principles of Islamic Economics, if we need to step up the process of development we must have to focus on the growth of economy. He was speaking to the faculty members and students while visiting the examination centre of the Institute of Islamic Economics (IIIE) of the University. Dr. Asad Zaman, Director General, IIIE welcomed the President IIUI.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh has said that the need of the hour is to educate ourselves with the latest principles of economics especially Islamic economics. While speaking to the students he said that students should focus on to improve knowledge about Islamic economics with deep interest. Dr. Draiweesh visited classrooms and computer lab of the institute and assured to provide every possible facility to the labs.

Dr. Salman Nadvi and Dr. Syeda Farhana Jahangir Called on Dr. Al-Draiweesh
Prof. Dr. Syeda Farhana Jahangir, Vice Chancellor, Benazir Bhutto Women University, Peshawar called on Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI). While speaking during the meeting, Dr. Ahmad Yousif said that he wants to visit local and foreign universities to establish the relationship between IIUI and those universities in the fields of teaching and research through exchange of expert teachers to get benefit from their experiences and expertise. The mutual cooperation between both the Universities was vowed on the occasion. Dr. Farhana Syed also expressed her desire for such cooperation with women universities of Saudi Arabia. Dr. Al-Draiweesh presented IIUI Crest to Dr. Syeda Farhana Jahangir on the occasion.

Earlier Dr. Salman Nadvi, a renowned scholar from South Africa called on Dr. Al-Draiweesh and expressed hope that under the dynamic leadership of Dr. Al-Draiweesh, IIUI will gradually flourish in every field. He also congratulated Dr. Al-Draiweesh on assuming charge as a President IIUI. Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, Vice President IIUI was also present on the occasion.

 

DR. GHAZI REPRESENTED IIU & PRESENTED A PAPER IN AN INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE IN KUWAIT
Dr. Inam Ul Haq Ghazi, Assistant Professor, Faculty of Arabic & Incharge Department of T&I represented IIUI & presented a paper on the topic “ Women of the Sub-Continent Through The Lens of Arabic Travel Writings” in the international conference organized by the Faculty of Art, Kuwait University during 27-29 November, 2012.

The theme of the conference was: “Non-Arab Asia & transformations in the modern Arabic culture”. In this 3 day conference 31 papers were presented by scholars from KSA, Kuwait, Italy, Spain, and Poland, UAE, Bahrain, Lebanon, Japan, India Uzbekistan , Sweden, Taiwan & South Korea. In addition to the his paper & in line with the vision of the President IIU, Dr. Ahmad Yousif. He held meetings with eminent scholars & promoters of knowledge to discuss the possibilities of academic cooperation between IIUI & other Arab institutions like Al-Shaikh Juma Al-Majid, Prof Dr. Muhammad A. Al-Hadlaq, Chairman King Abdullah International Center for the service of Arabic, Prof Dr. Abdul Aziz Al-Manie & Prof Dr. Hayat Nasir Al-Hijji Dean Faculty of Art Kuwait University. The meetings resulted in the draft proposals for cooperation that shall be presented to the President for further implementation steps.

E-EDITION OF THE BOOKمعاصر عربی؛ اہم لہجات کے ساتھ BY DR. INAM UL HAQ GHAZI LAUNCHED
Based on innovative ways of learning Arabic, the e-Edition of the book :معاصر عربی؛ اہم لہجات کے ساتھ co-authored by Dr. InamulHaq Ghazi, Incharge Department of Translation & Interpretation, Faculty of Arabic has been launched. Other authors include Prof. Dr. Eckehard Schulz Professor for Arabic Language and Linguistics & Director Institute of Oriental Studies, Leipzig University, Germany and Ms. Munazzah Masood. More Details …

IIUI CRICKETS TEAMS BEATS TWIN CITIES CRICKET CLUBS
The International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) cricket team while playing friendly matches beat Muslim Cricket Club, Islamabad by 6 wickets. Muslims Crickets Club’s captain Rizwan won the toss and elected to bat first and set a total of 235 runs in 35 overs. Islamic University team chased the total in 29 overs. Haroon Rashid, Captain of IIUI team was the highest scorer on an unbeaten inning of 63. Shoaib and Shayan Ejaz scored 62 and 53 respectively.

In other match IIUI Cricket team beat City Cricket Club, Rawalpindi by 28 runs. IIUI batted first and made 180 runs in 35 overs. City Cricket Club managed to score only 152 runs in the given 35 overs. Captain of IIUI team Haroon Rashid made 58 runs while Sajid Khan played a sensational inning and scored quick 39 runs of just 16 balls. Hassan Qureshi of IIUI took 5 wickets.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh inaugurates “Psychological Services Clinic”
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has inaugurated the “ Psychological Services Clinic” (PSO) established by the Department of Psychology of the University. Dr. Nabi Bux Jumani, Dean Faculty of Social Sciences, IIUI Dr. Shabbir Ahmed, Chief Medical Officer, IIUI, Dr. Tahir Khalily, Head Dept. of Psychology, Dr .Muhammad Sher, Dean Faculty of Basic & Applied Sciences, Mrs. Shagufta Haroon, Director Academics, IIUI, Raja Khalid Mehmood, Director Administration, IIUI, Addl. Director (P&PR) Hairan Khattak and Dr. Seema Gul, Incharge Dept. of Psychology (Female) IIUI were also present on the occasion.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh said that IIUI is Pakistan’s first university to establish this clinic for the psychiatric patients. He said that this clinic will be helpful to overcome the psychiatric problems of the faculty members and students. It will play vital role to help the students of psychology in their study and research work. He said that we shall upgrade and equipped this clinic with latest equipments and every possible facility. Dr. Al-Draiweesh lauded the efforts of Dr. Tahir Khalily to establish the said clinic.

Later on Dr. Al-Draiweesh also visited the examination centers and inquired the faculty members and students about their problems.

Books from Saudi University to the central library of IIUI
Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud Islamic University of Saudi Arabia has gifted thousands of Books related to literature, Islamic Jurisprudence, Shariah & Law, Research papers of various famous scholars, Reports of International Conferences and Seminars Encyclopedias and Dictionaries, to the Central Library of the International Islamic University, Islamabad.

Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh thanked the Saudi university upon gift of valuable books and said that cooperation between both the universities in the fields of education, technology and research shall remain continue. Books are available for the students in the central library of the university.

Academic Council Meeting

President IIUI visits Islamic Research Institute (IRI)

University will soon construct staff colony for its employees; Dr. Al-Draiweesh
Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President, International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has said that “ University will soon construct staff colony for its employees and every year the hard worker and enthusiastic employees will be sent for Hajj & Umrah. He said that suitable remuneration will be given to employees working in the late hours and the due promotions of the staff will be ensured soon without any discrimination”. He was speaking to the employees of the university first time after he took charge as a President. Prof. Dr. Sahibzada Sajid ur Rehman, Vice President (AF&P) IIUI, administrative officers of the university and large number of staff members were also present on the occasion.

While speaking to the employees Dr. Al-Draiweesh said that I am glad to be here to speak to the employees of the university who are working for the progress and prosperity of the university for which I congratulate them. He advised the employees to tolerate each other with respect and cooperation and avoid jealousy because it is forbidden in Islam. He said that come here with the spirit to serve the Muslim Ummah and we should work together to serve our religion and to live according to the teaching of Islam to get success in this life and the life thereafter. He added that it is the duty of the employee to obey the immediate boss and the boss should also treat him/her with soft behavior.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh further urged the employees to strictly observe the office timing and advise them to perform their duties with responsibility. He said that IIUI is entering in a new era and I need the cooperation of all the staff members as you are my hand and arms to achieve this remarkable task.

Earlier Dr. Al-Draiweesh visited the faculty of Management Sciences (Female) and inquire the faculty members and female students about their problems.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh inaugurates First Web Radio Channel
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) has said that “IIUI is playing an important role in the promotion of quality education in the fields of science and technology especially Islamic teaching and recently installed web radio channel will play important role in the completion of this mission of IIUI not only in Pakistan but all over the world. He was speaking on the occasion of inauguration of web radio channel in the Department of Mass & Media Communication of the university. Dr. Zafar Iqbal, Head, Dept. of Mass & Media Communication including faculty members and a large number of students were also present on the occasion.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh said that I hope that this radio channel would become a source to highlight the international and intercultural services of IIUI and will helpful to build IIUI according to the standards of other international universities. He said that faculty members and students will be able to cater their educational and research needs through this web radio channel.

He said that journalists should be neutral and moderate to play important role in building of societies. He communicates facts and always avoids provocation and exaggeration. Dr. Al-Draiweesh also congratulated Dr. Zafar Iqbal and his team to install said web radio channel in the university.

Earlier Dr. Al-Draiweesh visited the examination centre of the various faculties of the university where he met with faculty members and students involved in examination process and issued directions to solve their problems at the spot. He also visited various labs of the Faculty of Engineering & Technology of the university.

IPD holds concluding ceremony of Officers Professional Development Course
Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh has said that “The world is a global village and to gain access to this global village, sources of knowledge must be utilize”. He was addressing as a chief guest, to the concluding ceremony of Officers Professional Development Course (OPDC) organized by the Institute of Professional Development (IPD) of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) at Central Library of the University Yesterday.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh said that we are living in an era where we are facing competition in all walks of life. In this age of competition we can compete by using sources of advance education and training. He said that the purpose of knowledge is not merely to obtain degrees and certificates but its aim is to bring reforms socio economic setup of the society and to invite others toward right path. He said that in order to bring at par the IIUI with world level universities, every possible effort will be made.

Earlier Dr. Saeed ul Hassan Chishti, Director IPD introduced the IPD while Saneeha Khalid highlighted the syllabus of said training course. Shagufta Haroon, Director Academics IIUI also spoke on the occasion. Ms. Zubaia Khatoon and Syed Muzammil Hussain also expressed their view about the training course. At the end Dr. Al-Draiweesh awarded certificates to the participants of training course.

MAMOONA ISMAIL PRESENTS RESEARCH PAPERS
Ms. Mamoona Ismail Loona, Lecturer/Ph.D Scholar, Department of Psychology, Faculty of Social Sciences, International Islamic University, Islamabad has presented a research paper titled ”Situational Variability of Behavioural Problems of children in home and school settings” in an International Conference of Applied Psychology (ICAPP) organized by Department of Psychology, University of the Punjab Lahore, Pakistan, and Psychology Subcommittee of HEC’s CDSSHP, held on 16-18th December 2012. The theme of international conference was ‘Psychology and Challenges of Modern World’

HEC is Playing Tremendous role for the Progress of Higher Education in Pakistan; Dr. Al-Draiweesh
“11th Vice Chancellors Committee” Meeting was held at Islamabad yesterday. The meeting was chaired by Dr. Javaid Laghari, Chairman Higher Education Commission (HEC), Islamabad. Rectors and Vice Chancellors of more than 68 public sector universities attended the meeting. Prof. Dr. Masoom Yasinzai, Rector IIUI and Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President IIUI attended the meeting. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh has been also served at Imam Muhammad Ibn Saud University, Saudi Arabia as a Vice Rector.

While expressing his views about the meeting Dr. Al-Draiweesh said that the agenda of this meeting was very comprehensive for the progress of higher education in Pakistan. He said that HEC is playing tremendous role for promoting higher education in Pakistan. Dr. Al-Draiweesh hoped that all Pakistanis universities shall play their role to provide quality education and every possible facility in the field of research to the students so that they may play their role not only in the progress of Pakistan but for the whole Muslim Ummah.

IIUI defended T20 championship title of Preston University Sport Gala, 2012
The International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) while defending the title successfully won the “Preston University’s Sports Gala 2012”. The final T-20 cricket match was played at Shalimar Cricket Ground, Islamabad. IIUI Qualify for the final after beating Preston University, Kohat in Quarter Final and Preston University, Peshawar in the Semi finals. The T-20 final was played between IIUI and Preston University, Islamabad teams. Shayan Ejaz, Vice Captain led IIUI team and contributed through his bat to won the final match. Mohammad Saad and Khalil Dogar bowled well and at total score of 69 did out all of the Preston’s batsmen. Mohammad Saad get 7 wickets and scored 50 runs in the tournament and won the title of “Best All Rounder” while Khalil Dogar and Shayan Ejaz respectively get 11 wickets and 70 runs and won the titles of “Best Bowler” & “Leading Scorer”.

Female Students & Faculty Members of Saudi School Visits IIUI
A 30 members group of female students & faculty members of Saudi School, Islamabad visited the Female Campus of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI). Dr. Zaitoon Begum, Director Female Campus, IIUI welcomed the group at Female Campus of the University and briefed them about the IIUI and Female Campus in detail. The group visited the central library of the university and called on Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President IIUI.

Dr. Al-Draiweesh welcomed the teachers and female students of Saudi School at IIUI. He said that you are the ambassador of Saudi Arabia in Pakistan and I hoped that you will increase further the reputation of Saudi Arabia across Pakistan. He advised the students to enhance their studies. Dr. Al-Draiweesh on behalf of IIUI has assured full support in the fields of sciences, education and technology to the students and teachers of Saudi School.

While briefing the students Dr. Zaitoon Begum said that IIUI is not only providing quality education to the new generation but also providing training according to the Islamic values. She said that IIUI holds various national and international level seminars, conferences, meeting and workshops so that the students remained in touch to the latest research in their fields. Dr. Zaitoon Begum said that “International Cultural Exhibition” is a famous event in which male and female students from 45 countries of the world presents their culture and this event of IIUI is going to become and identity of IIUI.

Later on the group visited various labs of Faculty of Engineering & Technology (FET) of IIUI. Female students of Saudi School showed keen interest in technical and scientific instruments. Saba Hameed, Chairperson FET (Female) brief them about the syllabus and laboratories of FET and also answered the questions raised by the group. The group also visited the Computer Lab and Gymnasium of Female Campus.

IPD to hold concluding ceremony of Officers Professional Development Course
Institute of Professional Development (IPD) of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) is organizing concluding ceremony of the Officers Professional Development Course (OPDC) on Wednesday, January 02, 2013 at 02:00 pm, at Central Library of the university. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President IIUI shall be the chief guest on the occasion.

USWA to hold “Reception” in honour of Dr. Al-Draiweesh
University Staff Welfare Association (USWA) of the International Islamic University, Islamabad (IIUI) is organizing “Reception in Honour of President IIUI & General Body Meeting” on Thursday, January 03, 2013. Event will be held at Auditorium Faculty Block II, New Campus, IIU Sector H-10, Islamabad, at 11:00 am (for males) and Auditorium Female Campus, IIU, Sector H-10, Islamabad (for females) at 11:00 am. Prof. Dr. Ahmad Yousif Al-Draiweesh, President IIUI shall be the chief guest on the occasion.

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