KARACHI: The Habib University announced on Tuesday a series of steps to help its students and staff members cope with the challenges presented by the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.

According to a university press release, no student will be allowed to drop out due to financial difficulties; students will be given multiple options of support ranging from additional financial aid to deferred fees. The university will not increase student fee (tuition or otherwise).

“Students with a demonstrable need will be provided technology help in the shape of computers, internet connections, etc.

“The university will not reduce full time faculty or staff numbers and will honour all job offers made to new faculty members for the fall semester. There will be no reduction in salaries

“The university will invest strongly in acquiring appropriate and effective online platforms and technology to optimize the innovative potential of technology-based learning possibilities,” said HU president Wasif A. Rizvi in a message.

Published in Dawn, July 9th, 2020