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\nThe Convocation 2024 for the Faculty of Engineering & IT and Faculty of Management Sciences, Foundation University School of Science and Technology (FUSST), was held at Topi Rakh Galaxy Hall, near Ayub Park, on November 20, 2024. Dr. Samar Mubarakmand, Nuclear Physicist, Advisor SPD\/Chairman Punjab Mineral Company (PMC), Nishan-e-Imtiaz, Hilal-e-Imtiaz, Sitara-e-Imtiaz, graced the occasion as the Chief Guest. The Rector, Major General (Retd) Muhammad Kaleem Asif, HI (M), and Pro Rector\/Director Brig Dr. Abdul Ghafoor, (Retd) Foundation University School of Science and Technology, were also present.
\nA total of 537 students were awarded degrees, including 9 gold medals, 9 silver medals, 31 certificates of distinction, and 37 merit certificates.
\nPro Rector\/Director Foundation University School of Science & Technology (FUSST) presented the annual report. He highlighted that FUSST continues to expand its academic offerings to meet the demands of a rapidly changing world. New programs such as FinTech, Business Analytics, and Engineering Technology have been introduced, and the accreditation body doubled seats for Computer Science and IET programs. He proudly announced the addition of Computer Engineering and shared that PhD enrolments have reached 132, with the number of PhD graduates totalling 112.
\nThe Director, Foundation University School of Science & Technology also shared the University\u2019s vision for a flagship campus to provide state-of-the-art facilities for academics, research, and extracurricular activities. He emphasized FUSST\u2019s active role in fostering entrepreneurship through its Business Incubation Centre and creating linkages with local and global organizations for internships, industrial placements, and higher studies. He reiterated the university\u2019s commitment to increasing PhD faculty strength to 60% by 2030.
\nAddressing the graduates, he encouraged them to become disruptors and offer innovative solutions to societal challenges while upholding ethical standards. He reminded them to honor their parents\u2019 sacrifices and strive to make a meaningful impact in their professional and personal lives.
\nDr. Samar Mubarakmand lauded Foundation University Islamabad for fostering a culture of excellence and congratulated the graduates, faculty, and parents on their achievements. He stressed the importance of staying updated with advancements like AI, developing critical thinking skills, and contributing to sustainable growth. He also emphasized the significance of entrepreneurship and social responsibility in achieving both personal and societal progress.
\nIn the end, the Rector FUI presented the University Plaque to the worthy Chief Guest, marking the conclusion of a memorable event.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
islamabad The Convocation 2024 for the Faculty of Engineering & IT and Faculty of Management Sciences, Foundation University School of Science and Technology (FUSST), was held at Topi Rakh Galaxy Hall, near Ayub Park, on November 20, 2024. Dr. Samar Mubarakmand, Nuclear Physicist, Advisor SPD\/Chairman Punjab Mineral Company (PMC), Nishan-e-Imtiaz, Hilal-e-Imtiaz, Sitara-e-Imtiaz, graced the occasion […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":444754,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[4],"tags":[],"class_list":{"0":"post-444735","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-national"},"yoast_head":"\n