FJWU hosts inspiring summit

Rawalpindi : The Student Affairs Office at Fatima Jinnah Women University (FJWU), in collaboration with the Organization for Women in Science for the Developing World (OWSD), hosted an inspiring summit titled "Trailblazing the STEM: A Journey of Leadership and Legacy."

This event celebrated the remarkable achievements of women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) while encouraging the next generation of students to pursue impactful careers in these fields. The summit featured a distinguished panel discussion with leading voices in STEM, including: Prof. Dr. Bushra Mirza (PoP, T.I) – Vice Chancellor, FJWU Prof. Dr. Bina Siddique (S.I, T.I) – President, OWSD Prof. Dr. Azra Khanum – Vice President, OWSD, and Ex-Dean, Faculty of Science, PMAS Arid Agriculture University Rawalpindi Prof. Dr. Farida Tahir – Professor of Physics, COMSATS Prof. Dr. Sitwat – Institute of Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering, Karachi.

The session, moderated by Prof. Dr. Saima Saleem, Secretary of OWSD, provided a platform for panellists to share their inspiring journeys, strategies for overcoming gender barriers, and insights into building successful STEM careers. An interactive exhibition wall spotlighted the legacies and contributions of influential women in STEM.

At the same time, outstanding students from the Departments of Biotechnology, Environmental Sciences, Software Engineering, Mathematics, and Computer Sciences shared their journeys, inspiring peers with their achievements and aspirations. A special summit highlight was a video presentation showcasing FJWU’s STEM faculty's ground-breaking research, prestigious awards, and innovative teaching methods.

This captivating visual segment further underscored the university's commitment to academic excellence and innovation. The event celebrated leadership, legacy, and innovation, inspiring attendees to excel in STEM disciplines. It also reaffirmed FJWU’s dedication to fostering innovation, diversity, and leadership, equipping students with the skills and confidence to pursue impactful careers in STEM fields. The summit concluded with resounding applause, marking it as a milestone in empowering women to lead and thrive in STEM. Vice. Chancellor FJWU presented the souvenir to Dr. Faria Tahir.