Academic Council meeting

FAISALABAD March 24: The academia should come up with out-of-the-box solutions to cater the needs of modern era and address national and international challenges with the help of tangible research work and skilled manpower, said University of Agriculture Faisalabad Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zulfiqar Ali. Presiding over the Academic Council meeting, he said we must ensure scheme of studies that cater the regional, national and international needs to produce the skilled manpower equipped with modern trends. He said that manpower having command over modern scientific knowledge is the need of the hour that will help the industry to develop on modern lines. He said that the UAF was making all efforts to sharpen the abilities and talents of the students. He emphasized that all degree programs and skilled courses should integrate with national needs to produce manpower to ensure graduates well-prepared for professional challenges. He said all possible measures were being taken to improve the quality of education that will help combat the modern challenges. He also underscored the significance of inculcating moral values in students, stating that education is not only about academic excellence but also about character building. He urged the faculty members to play an active role in fostering ethical and social responsibility among students to create a progressive and morally upright society. Recognizing the need for rural advancement, the House also approved the initiation of Rural Development Program, B.S. Education (Evening Program) and BS Fashion Design providing more opportunities for students. Registrar Umar Saeed Qadri presented the agenda.