The Department of Civil Engineering organized a CPD seminar on “Sustainable Urban Planning and Design” on September 24, 2025, at CUI Wah Campus. Dr. Hassan Ashraf, HoD Civil Engineering, welcomed the guest speaker, Ms. Fauzia Rizwan, Managing Director of The Urban Solutions Pvt. Ltd., who brings extensive experience from NESPAK and holds an MS in Urban and Regional Planning from NUST.
The guest speaker highlighted the importance of sustainable urban planning in balancing social, economic, and environmental needs to ensure livable, resilient cities. Key focus areas included eco-friendly infrastructure, efficient land use, renewable energy, green spaces, sustainable mobility, affordable housing, resource conservation, and urban design that blends aesthetics with cultural identity.
The seminar featured active student engagement through a lively Q&A session. It concluded with a token of appreciation presented by Dr. Adnan Nawaz, Chairman of the Civil Engineering department, followed by a group photo and a vote of thanks.
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The IEEE Robotics & Automation Society (RAS) – CUI Wah Chapter organized a workshop on “Introduction to Robotics & Embedded Control Systems” on November 19, 2025. The session, conducted by Dr. Khawaja Fahad Iqbal, introduced students to the fundamentals of robotics, its key applications, and emerging trends in the field. More than 40 participants, including faculty and students, attended the interactive workshop.
Dr. Fahad highlighted the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in enabling robots to learn, adapt, and make decisions. He also discussed major categories of robotic systems, including mobile, industrial, service, autonomous, and humanoid robots, and provided an overview of the Robot Operating System (ROS). Participants gained valuable insights into current market needs and opportunities in robotics research and competitions.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks and the presentation of a souvenir to Dr. Khawaja Fahad Iqbal by the Head of the Electrical Engineering Department.
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Career Gateways to Japan UNLOCKED at CUI!
COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) proudly hosted a high-profile career seminar, "Career Gateways: Unlocking Job Opportunities in Japan," in collaboration with Plus W, Inc. a leading Japanese Human Resource Firm on Thursday 20th November 2025.
The session provided CUI students with a comprehensive roadmap to professional careers in Japan's dynamic economy.
Key Highlights:
- Market Insight: Experts shared a detailed overview of the Japanese job market and the high demand for Pakistani talent in key industries, especially IT.
- Expert Panel: Featuring Mr. Hafiz Muhammad Umair Munir (Head, Pakistan Japan Center, Plus W), Mr. Muhammad Talha (Deputy Head), Ms. Aisha Raja (Bridge Engineer), and a special online address from Mr. Junya Fukui (Senior Director, Plus W, Japan).
- CUI Success: We celebrated the success of 6 CUI Alumni who have already been recruited and placed in Japan by Plus W, including a live online testimonial from one of the placed alumni!
- Free-of-Cost Pathway: Plus W reiterated their commitment to providing their services—from practical IT training and cultural orientation to visa processing—completely FREE OF CHARGE.
- Strong Linkages: The event highlighted Plus W's robust presence in Islamabad and their official MoUs with institutions like NUST, CUI, and the Overseas Employment Corporation (OEC), ensuring maximum facilitation.
- Higher Education: Information was also shared on the prestigious MEXT Scholarship for those interested in pursuing further studies in Japan.
This collaboration is a testament to CUI’s dedication to empowering our graduates with global opportunities.
A special thank you to the Plus W team for their invaluable insights and commitment to Pakistani talent!
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Business International Office
Online Seminar
?? Join us for an online seminar on: “Standards of Arabic Language Usage in News Agencies of OIC Member States”
?? 30 Sept 2025 | ? 3–4 PM (PKT) | ?? Zoom
?? A collaborative academic activity between UNA (OIC) & CUI
Participants will receive the Zoom access link upon registration.
Invitation attached.
Open for faculty, students & researchers in Media, Journalism & Linguistics.
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National Seminar on Floods, Climate Change & Resilience in Pakistan – COMSATS University Islamabad, 18 September 2025
Department of Meteorology at COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) hosted a national seminar titled “Floods, Climate Change & Resilience in Pakistan”, convening experts from academia, government, and civil society to address the country’s growing vulnerability to climate-induced disasters. Prof. Dr. Sohail Asghar, Incharge Islamabad Campus (CUI), advocated for a Triple Helix Model to integrate academic research with policy and industry. Mr. Bilal Anwar, CEO of the National Disaster Risk Management Fund (NDRMF), cautioned against normalizing climate disasters and called for nature-based, inclusive solutions. Prof. Dr. Athar Hussain, Head, Department of Meteorology, emphasized the urgency of climate adaptation. Dr. Muhammad Imran Shahzad, Chairman Meteorology department stressed the need of integrating advance technologies to achieve resilience. The technical session titled “Extreme Weather Events and Forecasting Challenges” featured Dr. Muhammad Latif Assistant Professor at CUI, who analyzed the 2025 South Asian Monsoon, while Dr. Sheraz Ahsan, Remote Sensing Specialist, demonstrated rapid flood assessment using satellite data.
The panel discussion, “Bridging Policy and Practice for Climate Resilience”, brought together distinguished experts, including Dr. Bashir Ahmad (Director and Principal Scientific Officer, CEWRI, NARC-PARC), Dr. Hameed Jamali (Climate Resilience Specialist), and Dr. Shahzada Adnan (Deputy Director, Pakistan Meteorological Department). Panelists underscored the need for inter-agency coordination, regulation of urban expansion, and implementation of climate frameworks. The seminar concluded with a vote of thanks, reaffirming COMSATS University’s commitment to climate education and disaster preparedness. The event marked a significant step toward fostering evidence-based dialogue and collaborative action for a climate-resilient Pakistan.
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