A delegation from the National University of Technology (NUTECH) headed by the Rector visited Japan to attend seminars and discussions on TITP (Technical Intern Training Program) Japan, for which NUTECH is a Sending Organization. During the visit, the team met with the HE Ambassador of Pakistan in Japan, Embassy officials, JITCO and OTIT reps for the expansion of skilled manpower export to Japan. The NUTECH team also visited Supervising Organizations, Foreign Language School and met the Mayor of Hokkaido. The visit proved very successful as three interns’ documents were cleared from OTIT and additional seats for Pakistani students and faculty were secured in Japanese institutions. NUTECH aspires to strengthen its ties with Japan by strengthening partnerships and exploring more avenues of collaboration in Japanese industries. Collaborations between NUTECH and Japan would open new employment opportunities and help the skilled workforce capacity building in line with the expectations of the Japanese and industries.

Rector NUTECH Visits Japan

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A four-member delegation headed by Dr. Duncan Cockburn, Vice Principal for Strategy and Planning at Robert Gordon University (RGU) Aberdeen, Scotland, visited NUTECH on 5 May 2023 with the aim to establish a long-term partnership and explore avenues of collaboration with NUTECH. The delegates were given a detailed briefing on the university’s mission, vision, innovative education system, future academic programs and collaborations with national & international industries and provided updates on progress towards establishing NUTECH as a “University for Industry”. Matters related to future collaborations were discussed. The delegation appreciated the university’s concept and its vision to nurture future generations to fulfill industrial needs.

Robert Gordon University Delegation Visits NUTECH

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To celebrate International World Heritage Day, the National University of Technology (NUTECH) organized a seminar on 18April 2023. The seminar covered the Historical Perspective of World Heritage Day, Climate Change Effects on Heritage, Measures for its Mitigation and the Importance of Interfaith Harmony in light of the teaching of Islam. Dr. Mazhar Hayat, who holds a PhD in Environmental Policy and is currently serving in the Ministry of Water Resources, eloquently sheds light on the effects of climate change on our heritage. The purpose of this seminar was to increase awareness of the importance of the diversity of cultural heritage and preserving it for generations in the future.

In the holy month of Ramadan, Students of the NUTECH Community Service Club organized an “Iftaar Dastarkhwaan” for the general public on the outskirts of the National University of Technology NUTECH, on 18th April 2023. Students wholeheartedly participated in the complete organization of this event which included, purchases, food preparation, packing, mobilizing people and serving. Approximately 200 needy individuals were served with iftaar and meals.

Iftaar Dastarkhwaan Organized by National University of Technology (NUTECH)

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Dean Student Life (DSL) at the National University of Technology (NUTECH) organized a lecture on the Importance of a Balanced Diet and Physical Activities on 17 April 2023. The event was attended by faculty members, students, and support staff. This activity fulfilled the requirements of UN SDG No. 3; Good Health and Well-being. The resource persons for the lecture were Dr. Sadia, an MBBS doctor, and Student Counsellor Flt Lt Sehrish Shahnawaz. Dr. Sadia elaborated on a balanced diet and discussed the importance of consuming a variety of food groups in appropriate portions. She also emphasized the importance of exercise and physical activity in maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Flt Lt Sehrish Shahnawaz discussed the mental health aspects of diet and exercise. She highlighted the link between a balanced diet, exercise, and mental well-being. She also discussed the importance of habit formation and how to change habits through Mental Contrasting and Implementation Intentions (MCII). The lecture was followed by a Q&A session in which the participants asked questions and shared their views on the topic. The event was highly appreciated by the attendees who acknowledged the significance of maintaining a balanced diet for a healthy life.

Lecture on the Importance of a Balanced Diet and Physical Activities Organized by DSL

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The National University of Technology (NUTECH) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the TANG Chinese Education and Technology Ltd of China. The signing ceremony was held at NUTECH on 11 April 2023. Additional Secretary, Ministry of Science & Technology, Mr. Usman Aktar Bajwa graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Executive President & Director TANG Pakistan Mr. Max Ma, Rector NUTECH Lt Gen Moazzam Ejaz (R), along with staff, faculty and students attended the ceremony. A 3-year Dual Diploma Program in the field of Software Technology and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is planned, where students will study for the first two years in NUTECH, followed by last year in China aimed at providing quality technical manpower to local economic zones industrial SEZs and hence, play its role in the socio-economic development of the country.

NUTECH Signs an MOU with TANG Chinese Education and Technology Ltd

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Pakistan is facing one of the toughest times of its history. It is of utmost importance that we uphold the highest moral standards and sensitize our younger generation about the importance of ethics. Keeping this in view, Dean Student Life (DSL), National University of Technology, (NUTECH) arranged a lecture on the Importance of Ethics on 7 April 2023 for students, faculty, and support staff. The speaker for this lecture was Flt Lt Sehrish Shahnawaz, who holds an MPhil degree in Psychology, is currently serving in Pakistan Air Force, and is appointed as a Student Counsellor at the National University of Technology (NUTECH). Students, faculty, and staff were educated about what are ethical and moral values and the importance they hold for a thriving society. They were sensitized about their biases and how they employ informed decision-making skills at the workplace and in their lives in general. This informative lecture ended with a question-answer session where the audience asked for solutions to their queries which were articulately answered by the speaker.

In the holy month of Ramadan, Students of NUTECH Community Service Club organized an “Iftaar Dastarkhwaan” for the general public in the university premises on 6 April 2023. Students whole heartedly participated in complete organization of this event that included, purchases, food preparation, packing, mobilizing people and serving. Approximately 400 needy individuals were served with Iftaar and meal.

Iftaar Dastarkhwaan Organized at NUTECH

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Engineer Dr Sheikh Zahoor Sarwar, Founding Director and CEO of Research Teck (Pvt) Ltd, Sarwar Engineering House, Senior Vice Chairman of Engineering Component and Machine Manufacturing Association of Pakistan (ECMMA) and elected Governing Body Member of Pakistan Engineering Council visited NUTECH on 6^th April 2023 and delivered talk on Academia Industry Linkage and start of new programs to all Directors, Deans, Head of Departments and faculty members of the university. It was a very fruitful session in which Dr. Zhoor emphasized on intellectual properly Rights beside other discussion. The session concluded with a healthy question answer session.

Pakistan Air Force Women Association (PAFWA) delegation headed by Begum Deputy Chief of Air Staff (Air Defence) visited NUTECH on 5 April 2023. The dignitaries were briefed about NUTECH’s vision, mission, academic programs, NUTECH’s skills education methodology and collaborations with national & international industries. Future collaboration strategies at academic, skills and professional levels were discussed. The head of the guest delegation, Begum Deputy Chief of Air Staff (Air Defence) applauded the university’s structure and vision to nurture future generations to fulfill industrial and skills needs. She also showed keen interest in partnerships with NUTECH in the skills sector and joint ventures with entrepreneur initiatives. The delegation also visited the campus, labs, library and other facilities available in the University. NUTECH as a  Qualification Awarding Body (QAB) and a key partner of the National Vocational & Technical Training Commission (NAVTTC) will continue to collaborate with PAFWA centers to set new vocational training standards and for affiliation of various skills development courses conducted at NSDD.

We will continue to work with Pakistan Air Force Women Association (PAFWA) for youth skills training– Lt Gen (R) Moazzam Ejaz Rector NUTECH

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