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Posted on : 2023-01-25
GCU Academic Council approves Arshad Sharif Institute of Media, Communication Studies
The 28th Academic Council of Government College University Lahore has approved different new departments and academic programs aimed at strengthening the University's academic offerings and research capabilities.Among the key decisions made at the meeting, chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi and attended by a number of eminent academicians and subject experts, was the establishment of the Arshad Sharif Memorial Institute of Media and Communication Studies.This new institute will include the Department of Digital Communication and ... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-21
GCU Finance body okays funds to improve Student Services
The Finance and Planning Committee of GC University Lahore has recommended to the Syndicate a record budget allocation of around Rs. 500 million from the own resources of the University to improve student services on its two campuses. This will enhance the overall educational and research experience of the students.The meeting was chaired by Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi, with the presence of key members of the University, including the Treasurer, Pro-VC, Dean, Registrar and nominees of the Syndicate, Secretary Higher Education and Sec... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-19
GCU Lahore accords historic red-carpet welcome to victorious squash team
The Government College University Lahore accorded a historic red-carpet welcome to its squash team as they returned home victorious from the All Pakistan Inter University Squash Championship organized by the Higher Education Commission in Islamabad.The members of the winning team Uzair Rasheed, M. Usman, Kaleem Ullah and Abdul Rehman were greeted by the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi, and the presidents of university sports clubs.In the final match, GCU Lahore defeated SUIT by 2-0 and claimed the well-deserved victory and finished as t... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-18
Gender equality is key to overcoming economic inequalities
A seminar was held on Wednesday here at Government College University (GCU) Lahore to discuss the impact of COVID-19 on inequality and the role of wealth tax.  Economic experts and academics emphasized the need for gender equality and stressed that Pakistan cannot progress without it.The seminar, organized by the Pakistan Kissan Rabita Committee in collaboration with the South Asia Alliance for Poverty Alleviation (SAAPE) and Oxfam International, brought together experts to examine the findings of the newly-released book, "Implications of ... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-17
University of Lahore wins Womens Tennis Championship 2023, GCU Lahore finishes as runners-up
The Inter-University Women Tennis Championship 2023 concluded today at the GC University Lahore, with a thrilling final match. The University of Lahore emerged as the champions, securing the first position and winning a cash prize of Rs. 30,000. The GC University Lahore secured the second position with a cash prize of Rs. 24,000, and the University of Punjab secured the third position with a cash prize of Rs. 18,000. The tournament featured participation from 16 teams representing universities from across the country, and was a great showcase o... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-14
Inclusivity in Sports: Womens Tennis Championship begins at GCU
The Inter-University Women's Tennis Championship 2023 officially began today at the GC University Lahore, marked by a vibrant inauguration ceremony attended by sports officials, participating teams, and a large number of spectators. The tournament, organized under the Higher Education Commission, features 16 teams representing universities from all over the country, including last year's winner, Lahore College for Women University.The first day of the tournament saw some exciting matches, with the University of Management Technology (UMT) defea... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-13
GCU goes solar: 500-KW project reduces electricity costs by three million rupees per month
A groundbreaking 500-kilowatt solar project was inaugurated here at the Government College University Lahore on Friday. The project, installed on a deferred payment model with zero investment by the university and included net metering, was opened by the Punjab Minister for Energy, Sardar Hasnain Bahadur Dreshak, in the presence of the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi, and the Chief Executive Officer of the seller solar company, Shams Power, Omer Malik. Under the terms of the agreement, the seller company, Shams Power, will be r... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-12
Equality on the field: Cricket Match promotes womens leadership, participation
A cricket match was played between the US Consul General (CG XI) and Vice-Chancellor (VC XI) to promote gender equality and empower women to lead through sports.The team of CG XI, led by US Consul General Lahore William K. Makaneole, included staff of the US Consulate and girls cricketers, while Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi led his team, which comprised female faculty members and members of the GCU Women’s cricket team. There were an equal number of male and female participants in each team.The match, organized by Galaxy Sports Acad... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-12
GCU Women basketball team wins opening match of Intervarsity Championship
The Government College University Lahore's women's basketball team has performed exceptionally well in the opening match of the All Pakistan Intervarsity Women Basketball Championship 2022-23, hosted by Kinnaird College for Women University, Lahore under the umbrella of Higher Education Commission.The GCU team defeated the University of Haripur with a score of 29-18 at the Kinnaird College court. It's worth noting that GCU last year opened admissions to women on a sports basis and this achievement by the women's basketball team is an indication... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-10
Ramiz Raja receives GCU Lifetime Achievement Award, reflects on college days and cricket career
The Government College University Lahore conferred its Lifetime Achievement Award upon former international cricketer, commentator, and chairman of the Pakistan Cricket Board, Ramiz Raja, at a ceremony on Tuesday at the University’s Bukhari Auditorium. The award recognizes alumni who have made outstanding contributions in their field and is one of the highest honours GCU bestows. The award was originally announced for Raja and nine other alumni at the university's 20th Convocation in November, but he was unable to attend the convocation ... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-09
GCU launches Diploma in Forgiveness Psychology and Practice
For the first time, the Government College University Lahore (GCU) has introduced a Diploma in Forgiveness Psychology and Practice. This one-year diploma, which has been approved by the University's Board of Studies, Academic Council, and Syndicate, is now accepting applications.According to Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi, "We are excited to introduce this new program, which is designed to help students develop the skills and knowledge they need to understand and practice forgiveness. Forgiveness is a powerful tool for self-growth and c... Read More

Posted on : 2023-01-02
GCU celebrates Founders’ Day
The Government College University Lahore, one of the oldest seats of higher learning in Pakistan, has completed 159 years of academic excellence. Founded on January 1, 1864, with the first batch of nine students in the Haveli of Raja Dhyan Singh in the Walled City Lahore as the liberal arts and science college, it served as a nourishing stream to the generations of talented men and women.A grand ceremony was held at the University’s Bukhari Auditorium where Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi and Old Ravian & Adviser to the Chief Minist... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-29
HE Minister XI beats GCU VC XI by four runs
The Higher Education Minister XI beat the Government College University, Lahore (GCU Vice Chancellor XI) by four runs at a friendly cricket match at the Universitys Cricket Ground. Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi led the GCU VC XI while Punjab Higher Education Raja Yassir Humayun was seen in action from HE Minister XI. Earlier, winning the toss HE Minister XI chose to bat first and posted 91 runs in just 12 overs. Minister Raja Humayun played an unbeaten inning of 24 runs. IT University Lahore vice-chancellor Prof. Dr Sarfraz... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-21
Punjab Career Expo - GCU brings 75 employers to campus
The Government College University Lahore on Wednesday brought more than 75 employers to its campus for students to discover opportunities, career pathways and connect with the local industry and future employers to understand their skillset requirements.The day-long Punjab Career Expo was jointly organized by Punjab University and GCU Lahore and it received an enthusiastic and overwhelming response from students of both universities.Hundreds of graduates and final-year students flocked to the Fair to explore employment and internship opportunit... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-14
GCU initiates self-assessment of postgraduate programs
The Government College University Lahore has initiated a self-assessment of its all postgraduate programs for policy reforms to ensure the highest quality standards.Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi constituted the Assessment Teams comprising senior professors from GCU and different other universities who will review the implementation of 31 standards of the self-assessment program under the Higher Education Commission (HEC) guidelines.Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi on Wednesday visited the Botany Department along with the Assessment Team and review... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-14
14 African universities vice-chancellors visit GCU
A delegation of the Alliance of Islamic Universities of Africa (AIUA) comprising vice-chancellors from fourteen African and Central Asian universities on Tuesday visited the Government College University Lahore and signed a tri-party memorandum of understanding (MoU) for research and academic collaboration with universities from Nigeria, Kenya, Kazakhstan and Uganda. Speaking on the occasion, GCU Lahore Vice-Chancellor Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi said that the tri-party accord, signed among AIUA, COMSTECH Consortium of Excellence and GCU Lahore, wou... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-07
Tech solutions put on display at GCU Innovation Fest
As many as 52 business ideas and technology, science-based solutions were put on display at the Innovation Fest 2022 by the students of Government College University Lahore.The Innovation Fest, organized by the University’s Business Incubation Center (BIC), is part of the week-long Second All Pakistan Summit for Students’ Societies attended by students of 25 universities across Pakistan.Inaugurating the Innovation Fest, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Asghar Zaidi said these early ideas are evidence of the immense talent our young minds possess. ... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-06
Governor chairs panel discussion on challenges for higher education
A panel discussion on "challenges and opportunities for higher education" was held here on Tuesday at the Government College University Lahore which was chaired by Governor Punjab Muhammad Baligh-ur-Rehman.In his inaugural address, Vice Chancellor Prof. Asghar Zaidi said that structural lags impede progress in higher education; even large universities don’t have autonomy over their financial and administrative affairs."We don’t have the authority to hire professors from top universities; we have to follow specific service statutes and pay s... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-05
Universities should have autonomy for political and social discourse
Universities should have autonomy for political and social discourse for empowerment of students. It was said by Prof. Dr Asghar Zaidi, the Vice Chancellor of GC University Lahore, on Monday raising a question that we talk a lot about “jamhorait” (democracy) but are we truly giving awareness to “jamhor” (people)?Prof. Zaidi was addressing a panel discussion titled “empowering youth for future leadership” at the University’s Bukhari Auditorium.Punjab Minister for Higher Education Raja Yassir Humayun chaired the panel discussion whi... Read More

Posted on : 2022-12-05
Definition of good woman needs to be changed
The definition of a good woman needs to be changed in our society; we called those women good who take domestic abuse and violence but remain silent.It was said by a spokesperson for the Punjab Chief Minister, Musarrat Jamshed Cheema, while addressing a panel discussion titled “Times up, unite activism to end violence against women” at the GC University Lahore which was also addressed by rights activist Kiran Zehra Zaidi, White Ribbon Pakistan CEO Umar Aftab, Dr. Faiza Tayyab and Secretary Social Welfare Ms. Sumaira Samad.The panel discussi... Read More