2 Day Training Program on Koha Integrated Library System Organized on September 22 - 23, 2025 in CUI Islamabad

The Faculty Development Academy (FDA), COMSATS University Islamabad (CUI) organized a comprehensive two-day training program on Koha Integrated Library System from September 22 - 23, 2025 in CUI Islamabad.

The training was designed to enhance the technical expertise and operational efficiency of library and IT professionals of CUI through hands on training on open-source library management platform. The participants of the training were library officials working in all campuses of CUI and IT professionals managing KOHA server/ software. 

The training program commenced with an inaugural ceremony featuring the recitation of the Holy Quran, setting a solemn and inspiring tone of the event. Mr. Ali Tawab Baloch, Incharge, FDA delivered a warm welcome address, highlighting the significance of the training in advancing the capacities of employees of library and IT departments. The training is in line with the vision of Rector CUI and FDA's ongoing commitment towards professional growth, development and capacity building of employees of CUI.

The resource person of the training was Mr. Ata-ur-Rehman, a distinguished specialist in Library Automation and Digital Systems, who brought a wealth of knowledge and practical insights to the participants. Over the course of two days, attendees engaged in interactive and  hands-on training that covered a wide range of functionalities within the Koha Integrated Library System.

This training aimed not only to familiarize participants with the technical aspects of the Koha system but also to empower them with the skills necessary to streamline and modernize library operations effectively. By integrating this advanced, open-source technology, the library professionals are better positioned to enhance resource management, improve user services and support the academic community more efficiently.

The Faculty Development Academy remains  committed towards continuous professional growth and capacity building of faculty, officers and staff of the  COMSATS University Islamabad.