COMSATS awards degrees to 1,384 pupils

Fresh graduates urged to maintain strong work ethic

ABBOTTABAD:

Comsats University Abbottabad Monday awarded degrees to 1,357 students, both at the undergraduate and graduate level in a memorable ceremony.

An additional 27 students were granted prestigious PhD degrees, while 47 outstanding students received recognition with gold, bronze, and silver medals.

The ceremony that was held on the campus grounds marked the 22nd and 23rd convocations. The special guest for the event was the Vice-Chancellor of the Islamia University of Islamabad Professor Sajid Qamar.

While addressing the convocation, Professor Sajid Qamar commended the university's management and faculty members for their dedication to raising Pakistan's educational standards on a global scale. He emphasised the pivotal role that graduates play in the progress of the country and encouraged them to contribute to Pakistan's development with their skills and dedication. The VC underscored the significance of scientific research in achieving economic growth and addressing the challenges of the 21st century.

The special guest also stressed the importance of acquiring strong academic skills in relevant fields for a successful professional life. He praised the efforts of Professor Dr Muhammad Ma'roof Shah, the Director of the Abbottabad campus, in imparting excellent academic skills to the students. Dr Sajid Qamar encouraged the graduates to be appreciative of the opportunities they've been given and the knowledge acquired from a prestigious institution like COMSATS University.

He urged them to maintain a strong work ethic and express gratitude to their parents and teachers.

Published in The Express Tribune, October 17^th, 2023.