KARACHI: Ziauddin Uni­v­ersity (ZU) alumni around the world attended the institution’s silver jubilee celebrations physically and via Zoom link on Dec 25 and shared their knowledge and experiences during different sessions, according to a press release.

The event titled ‘25th Gra­nd Alumni Reunion’ featured discussions on a range of topics, including “The scientific session on research, education, and the way forward”. Over 250 alumni also attended the ‘Gala Dinner’ in a local hotel. Dean Faculty of Health Sciences Dr Abbas Zafar welcomed the participants.

ZU Chancellor Dr Asim Huss­ain, in his speech, appr­eciated the senior alumni for their participation in the event and invited them to come back and join in the efforts to give back healthcare research, innovation and service delivery to the country. He underscored the importance of the alumni’s association with their alma mater and also recounted achievements of Ziauddin University. Besides the ZU vice chancellor and faculty members, Ziauddin University Alumni Association’s founding president Dr Kamran Iqbal addressed the audience.

Published in Dawn, December 31st, 2021

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