Inauguration of 3rd International Student Convention and Expo at IBA, Karachi

October 28-29, 2019: The Institute of Business Administration (IBA), Karachi has partnered with Inter University Consortium for the Promotion of Social Sciences Arts and Humanities (IUCPSS), Pakistan to host a two-day event at the Main Campus. The event kicked off with an inauguration ceremony with the Governor of Sindh Imran Ismail present as the chief guest. It was attended by almost 20 respected Vice-Chancellors, IBA students, alumni along with students from other universities. Attendees from the IBA included Executive Director IBA Dr. Farrukh Iqbal, Associate Deans IBA Dr. Huma Baqai and Dr. Sayeed Ghani. Academics from other universities included Vice Chancellor Quaid-e-Azam University Dr. Muhammad Ali, Vice Chancellor Allama Iqbal Open University Dr. Zia-ul-Qayyum, Vice Chancellor National Skills University and Coordinator IUCPSS Professor Dr. Muhammad Mukhtar, Director Institute of Health and Business Management Jinnah Sindh Medical University Dr. Abuzar Wajidi.

The ceremony commenced with IBA students giving an overview of the convention and inviting National Coordinator IUCPSS Mr. Murtaza Noor on stage. Mr. Noor welcomed the Governor, esteemed guests and students and talked about the importance of universities in facilitating social interactions, saying “The youth has become more important than ever before, the role of universities has evolved; they are required to create social interactions”.

Following that, Dr. Iqbal spoke about the topics the convention will touch upon and laid particular emphasis on ‘securing our future’ and stressing upon how important the role of youth is in peace building and development.

Governor of Sindh Mr. Ismail addressed the audience and said “We want the youth to believe in this country. This is the land of opportunities; this country is open for everyone. We need to start believing in our country.” He encouraged the youth to remain and excel in their country instead of going abroad.

The ceremony concluded with Dr. Iqbal and the Vice Chancellors presenting a token of appreciation to the Governor.