The English Literary & Linguistic Club, UOP

The session titled “Art and Liberty”, organized by ELLC in collaboration with SESA, UOP, was successfully held today. The discussion provided an engaging platform for students to critically explore the relationship between art and liberty, highlighting how creative expression serves as both a voice of freedom and a space of responsibility.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the moderator, Mr. Junaid Alam, and all participants for contributing to a meaningful and intellectually enriching session.

Sometimes, love doesn’t break you all at once—it slowly takes pieces of you away.
There are times when a person comes into your life, you share moments, create memories, and everything just feels beautiful. Then suddenly, that person disappears, leaving behind only memories, and you are left with a lingering question of whether to hold on or let go.

Reviewed and Captioned by: Adil Shah
Graphics by: Laiba Sahib

The English Literary and Linguistic Club (ELLC) held a poetry writing competition “Whispers of Words!”, for the students of the Department of English & Applied Linguistics, University of Peshawar.
Congratulations to the winners Adil Shah, Abdus Samad and Eshal Idrees for securing the top 3 spots and a heartfelt appreciation to all participants for making this competition truly memorable.
The winners were awarded cash prizes along with certificates for their brilliant display of words.
Recognition certificates were also awarded to Laiba Zubair and Javeria Sohail for their creativity.
Special appreciation to Syed Maaz Ayub Shah, Member of the Editorial Board, for his efforts as the Convener and Judge of the competition.

The English Literary And Linguistics Club wishes everyone a very blessed Eid-ul-Fitr.

May Allah accept our fasts and all acts of prayers during this sacred month. May this Eid bring peace to our hearts, ease to our difficulties, and barakah in our lives.
We also pray for all students, may Allah grant them success in their studies, clarity in their paths, and bright, fulfilling futures ahead.

Eid Mubarak to all.

Linguistic Board of The English Literary and Linguistic Club (ELLC) held an engaging session on “The Language of Thoughts: Words or Mental Images.”
Through an interactive activity, participants reflected on how we actually think — whether through words or mental images, and discussed the relationship between language and thought.
Appreciation to our speakers Fiza, Hajira, and Bushra for leading such a thoughtful discussion. Thank you to everyone who joined!

On the occasion of International Women’s Day, celebrated every 8 March (though in truth every day should be a Women’s Day), I want to remind all students that the meaning of this day is not limited to slogans or symbolic celebrations. Its real meaning lies in how we treat women in our daily lives and how sincerely we uphold their dignity and rights.
Women are the strength of our society. In many aspects they are not merely equal to men but often stronger in patience, resilience, care, and responsibility. If equal opportunities are truly provided, their abilities and contributions become even more visible. A healthy and progressive society depends on the respect, participation, and empowerment of its women.
The practice of equality must begin from our homes. The respect we show to our mothers, the support we give to our sisters in their education and choices, and the dignity we extend to our female classmates are the real measures of our awareness. speaking about rights in public has little meaning if we fail to practice fairness and respect in our own families.
We must also work collectively to hinder all inhumane practices that victimize women, such as forced marriages, early marriages, Ghag molestation, harassment, treating women merely as tools, marginalization, low wages, discrimination in public spaces, and the lack of proper health and maternity facilitie A just society must ensure equal opportunities for women in every walk of life.
I also want to remind women themselves that femininity and being a woman is a strength, not a weakness. Unfortunately, societies have often distorted this natural and human truth and turned it into a reason to limit or silence women. It is important to recognize that dignity, confidence, and self-respect are part of that very strength.
As students and as a thinking generation, we must move beyond empty words. Through our thoughts, our behavior, and our work, we must create a culture where equality is practiced and where women are respected as an essential and powerful part of society.
Regards
President
The ELLC

The Literary Board of The English Literary and Linguistic Club (ELLC) conducted a beautiful and engaging session on Dead Poets Society, centered around the powerful philosophy of Carpe Diem — Seize the Day.
Our panelists Faryal, Sayyeda Urooj, and Nabila shared their views on the film’s message — living with courage, questioning societal expectations, embracing individuality, and finding your own voice. The discussion beautifully explored themes of passion for literature, freedom vs. conformity, and the lasting impact a teacher can have on shaping young minds.
It was a reminder to live bravely and make each day count.
A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us and made the session interactive and memorable.

To feel nostalgic about the past is to live once more - We often get stranded in the present, with all its fleetines and the void it creates once we step into the future - but memories survive to fill that void. We can reminisce, which is the beauty of the human mind. That the mind takes the best clicks we can revisit whenever we desire.

Edited and Captioned by: Syed Maaz Ayub Shah
Graphics by: Laiba Sahib

Life isn't always about being the best, the fastest, or the most visible. In a world where comparison is constant and success is loudly celebrated, we forget that ordinary acts — kindness, calm, poetry, gratitude — are enough.
After all, life is not always about being seen; sometimes, the quietest lives hold the deepest meaning.

Reviewed and Captioned by: Adil Shah
Graphics by: Shayan Khattak

The Readers' Board of the ELLC held an insightful session on “Looks Don’t Matter; Really?”.
The session was moderated by Mahnoor, and the topic was presented by Saba Noor who highlighted the complex dynamics of appearance, rejection, and responsibility in Frankenstein.
The session encouraged meaningful dialogue on how society judges by appearance and how rejection shapes identity.
At the end of the session, certificates were distributed among the students to appreciate their active participation and efforts.

Media Board, The ELLC