Quetta Saw the First Quetta Literary Festival in the Year 2018, Through the Unequaled Efforts of the BUITEMS Family and the Civil Society of Balochistan
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BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education 1 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education Our Vision To be among the leading universities of the world - accessible to all, imparting quality education and promoting cutting edge research. Mission Statement At BUITEMS, we are committed to providing quality education with focus on research and to equip students with the art of living as productive members of society, contributing to the socio-economic uplift of Pakistan in general, and Balochistan in particular. Our Goals Ÿ To provide outstanding academic programs that further strengthen our performance, pre-eminence and efficiency. Ÿ To provide an excellent teaching and learning environment to students to reach a level that matches the atmosphere prevailing at best universities in the world. Ÿ To raise revenues from partnerships, research grants and technology transfer while strengthening our ability to more effectively invest and allocate resources for education. Our Core Values Accountability: We are committed stewards of the human, fiscal and physical resources entrusted to us. Diversity : We recognize that diversity leads to excellence, enhancing our teaching, scholarship and service as well as our ability to respect and interact with people. Integrity : We practice honesty, truth and integrity in all that we do. Respect: We treat each other with civility, dignity and respect. Social We contribute to intellectual, cultural, spiritual and economic well-being of Responsibility: the society. 2 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education Foreword Pakistan is a nation of young people. The National Human Development Report (NHDR, 2017) identifies that 64% of the population of Pakistan is under the age of 30, which translates into monumental energy in terms of human capita. However, it is unconditionally crucial to give this energy a direction, a resolve and opportunity to realize its potential. Universities and other HEI’s have an inherent role to engage the youth through active academic and professional development. Apart from the academic progress, the development of ethical and social responsibility, and an understanding of the contemporary milieu is one of the implied goals of the hubs of higher education. At BUITEMS, we have always been conscious of the responsibility that vests in us as a hub of education. The mere fact that currently, BUITEMS has engaged almost 11,000 young scholars in the process of becoming responsible global citizens is a testament of our commitment to purpose. In a province that is at the cusp of receiving a major economic and cultural influx through CPEC, we realize that we are massively unprepared. And to this end, in our own capacity we are making every effort possible to prepare the youth. The city of Quetta saw the first Quetta Literary Festival in the year 2018, through the unequaled efforts of the BUITEMS Family and the civil society of Balochistan. The purpose was to introduce the current intellectual dialogue and aesthetic trends into the city, simultaneously promoting the talent that went under the radar for long. The response was phenomenal, and more than anything the vigilance and understanding that the youth showed, was truly commendable. BUITEMS also initiated an important project of the National Incubation Center that came to bloom in the year 2018 through the efforts of a dedicated team. Moreover, the CPEC Center of Excellence is another such project that is aimed at creating prolific opportunities for the youth of Pakistan. As a 16 years young public sector University, BUITEMS has achieved unimaginable milestones, and we have no plans of slowing down. In recognition of the efforts that BUITEMS has been extending in the area, UNAI declared BUITEMS as the Hub of their Sustainable Development Goal-8: Decent Work & Economic Growth. This speaks volume in terms of the trust that BUITEMS has gained nationwide and internationally. Ahmed Farooq Bazai S.I Vice Chancellor 3 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education 4 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education CONTENTS v Foreword 3 v Introduction 6 v Awards and Honors 9 v BUITEMS Senate 12 v BUITEMS Syndicate 13 v BUITEMS Selection Board 14 v University Organogram 15 v Faculty & Student Strength 17 v Academic Milestones 23 v BUITEMS Building Leadership 25 v Meetings 35 v Visits and Study Tours 43 v Research & Development 53 v BUITEMS Publications 65 Newsletters 66 Annual Reports 67 v BUITEMS Research Journals 68 v Conferences 69 v Seminars 77 v Workshops 85 v Trainings 93 v Achievements 107 v Competitions 115 v Directorates 123 Office of Research Innovation and Commercialization (ORIC) 124 Directorate of University Advancement & Financial Assistance 153 Directorate of Human Resource Development 170 Directorate of Sports 188 Directorate of Quality Enhancement & Accreditation 202 Directorate of Information Technology 208 v BUITEMS Financial Review 210 v National Incubation Center (NIC) Quetta 211 v BUITEMS Medical Center 223 v 14th Convocation 226 v Infrastructure Development 235 v BUITEMS Building Communities 241 v Ceremonies 253 v Exhibitions 261 v Success Stories 5 263 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education Introduction That universities today are not merely places of learning and exchange of ideas but also of social and cultural innovation and job creation is a fact beyond doubt. No longer can universities afford to operate in seclusion shutting eyes to the demands of the place they are situation in. Baluchistan University of IT, Engineering and Management Sciences (BUITEMS), is a case in point when it comes to the academia linking up with the broader socio-economic realities for the betterment of the latter. In this context, the year 2018 was an eventful one for BUITEMS on account of the successful initiation of National Incubation Center (NIC), Quetta, the arrangement of the Quetta Literary Festival (QLF), and other sports, music and related activities for the development and participation of youth. Considering it the treasure trove of a nation’s growth and prosperity, BUITEMS believes that youth can do wonders if provided with the right platform and opportunity. That is one of the prime reasons why BUITEMS, in its capacity as a socially responsible educational institution, has been selected as the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI)’s Hub for Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s)-8, in the area of Decent Work and Economic Growth. At BUITEMS, the guiding principle is the creation of a space conducive to the socio-economic uplift of the people. With the UNAI’s recognition, BUITEMS’ approach is now global. Building on these foundation stones, a bird’s eye view of the website of NIC, BUITEMS, reveals that a plethora of business companies have either graduated or have been incubated in this state-of-the-art establishment located in the heart of the Takatu campus. Besides, the NIC has also raised a hefty amount in investments and contributed towards job creation for the bright youth of the province. Ambitious youth of the province can be seen working under the inspiring mentorship of experts and professionals from Pakistan and abroad hewing out their raw and promising concepts into well-wrought potential business ventures. The NIC has also taken significant leaps in the domain of preparing young minds to have their mental tool-kit ready for taking up various jobs in the real world. Once out of the door of the NIC, these young men have gone 6 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education on to attain significant feats for the well-being of those around them as well as their larger communities. All these laurels achieved by the NIC are in sync with the SDG ‘Decent Work and Economic Growth’ as set out by the UN. Hence, in this way BUITEMS demonstrates that it is cognizant of its duty towards the architects of the nation and is tapping into their inexhaustible talent for the progress of the society at large. Not just that, this past year also witnessed the organization of 1st Quetta Literary Festival (QLF) where intellectuals, writers, policy makers, artists, analysts and researchers from all over the country converged in Quetta for an event on topics related to arts, folklore, literature, politics, current affairs etc. This Festival encouraged a debate on diverse and critical issues among young men and women from all strata of the intellectual and political landscape. Participants were treated to enlightening discussions, performances and exhibitions by the established and budding literati and analysts. It was also an occasion for young people to engage in the trading of thoughts and experiences and work out plans for collaboration in future. QLF, thus, served as a space for the interaction and enjoyment of people of all groups and ages. To cap it off, BUITEMS also hosted a number of music festivals, arts exhibitions and sports galas in the year 2018. Although primarily catering to the aesthetics and enjoyment of the province’s youth, the underlying purpose was to promote harmony, peace and prosperity in the realm of Quetta city and beyond. If there is one thing that these events highlighted, it is the fact that if given productive and timely opportunities, youth in Baluchistan can stand neck and neck with those of the finest nations in the world. 7 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education 8 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education 9 BUITEMS Quality & Excellence in Education Best Teacher Award Associate Professor from Department of Biotechnology BUITEMS, Dr. Abdul Wali Tareen, was awarded the “HEC Best University Teacher Award” for the year 2016. This prestigious award was bestowed to outstanding university teachers in recognition of their contribution towards teaching and quality research. The award ceremony was organized by HEC at Islamabad on February 21, 2018 and was attended by Minister for Federal Education and Professional Training Mr. Baligh ur Rahman, HEC Chairman Prof. Dr. Mukhtar Ahmed and Vice Chancellors of different Universities. The Best Research Paper Award Dr. Naseebullah kakar, from the Department of Biotechnology was conferred “The Best Research Paper Award” at a ceremony held on March 01, 2018 at HEC, Islamabad.