KARACHI: Habib University has inaugurated the Imam Ali Ibn Abi Talib Endowed Faculty Chair in Wisdom and Humanities.

The event, held on the campus on Friday, began with the arrival of guests including the members of academia and Habib University’s community of donors and supporters who had the opportunity to network and mingle before the formal proceedings began.

According to a press release, the contribution of Zain and Farzana Jeewanjee to Habib University’s endowed faculty chair is an example of the impact that the Pakistani diaspora can have on higher education in Pakistan.

Dr Sajjad Rizvi, the director of the Centre for the Study of Islam at the University of Exeter, highlighted the importance of wisdom traditions and their relevance in the contemporary world.

While sharing his thoughts on the transformative power of philanthropy in higher education, Mr Zain Jeewanjee stated, “I believe that philanthropy has a significant role to play in strengthening our academic institutions and creating opportunities for the next generation of leaders. By investing in education, we all can make a positive impact on society, and create a better future for all.”

Published in Dawn, March 5th, 2023