ISLAMABAD, Sep 05 (APP):Allama Iqbal Open University (AIOU) recently held a ceremony organized by its Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercializ
ation (ORIC) to enhance collabor
ation between industry and
students.
During the event, certificates were awarded to 10
students from Pak-Turk Maarif International Schools and Colleges who completed internships in various departments of the university.
Professor Dr. Irshad Ahmed Arshad, former Dean of the Faculty of Sciences, praised the leadership of Vice-Chancellor Dr. Nasir Mahmood for focusing on capacity building and skills-based educ
ation for the younger generation.
He congratulated the
students on their achievements and emphasized that skilled youth are essential for Pakistan’s future.
Industry experts in attendance stressed the importance of
job-oriented education, noting that graduates often face challenges in securing employment. They underscored the need to strengthen connections between
students and industries, with ORIC serving as a crucial platform.
Dr. Saima Nasir expressed optimism about the potential of youth and highlighted the opportunities provided by the university to showcase
student research work.
The event concluded with the distribution of certificates to the interns, acknowledging their contributions and achievements.
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