NUML Research Society of Policy Studies

We are proud to present the new faces of RSPS, a dynamic team from the Department of International Relations, NUML Rawalpindi. With passion for research and commitment to dialogue, they are ready to carry forward our mission of fostering critical thought, policy insight, and academic excellence.

Stay tuned as RSPS continues to grow as a hub of ideas, debates, and collaborative learning.

The Research Society of Policy Studies (RSPS), of the Department of International Relations, has organized a book review session on "The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy" by John Mearsheimer and Stephen Walt. The president of RSPS conducted the overall session. For the event, a moderator and two panels representing different perspectives were formed to critically evaluate the book. At the end, the Head of Department, Dr. Saeed Uzzaman, and Brigadier Ehsan presented a book as a token of appreciation to the winner, Mr. Akbar Aziz, a student of 2nd Semester (Morning Shift). Mr. Azhar Waqar and Ms. Faria Mehboob have been serving as the mentors of the RSPS.

NUML Research Society of Policy Studies (RSPS) presents a Book Review Session on The Israel Lobby and U.S. Foreign Policy by John J. Mearsheimer & Stephen Walt. Don't miss this insightful discussion!

Meet Our New Members! 🎓✨

Presenting the new team of the Research Society of Policy Studies, NUML Rawalpindi – Department of International Relations! Ready to dive into research, analysis, and policy discussions. Stay tuned for insightful content and academic discourse!

Research Society of Policy Studies at Dept. of International Relations is inviting IR students to apply for next Batch of RSPS Team in 2025. Applicants should possess a strong interest in research and event organization. Last date to fill the form is December 21, 2024. Only students of IR Dept. are eligible to apply and appear in interview.
Applications are currently open for following positions:
Executive Heads as President, Vice President, General Secretory
Team Heads for Research, Protocol, Hall Management, Media, Event Management Teams

Fill the form to apply: https://forms.gle/MQXsHTcc9HjgVcte9
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We strongly recommend uploading a tailored CV and a Cover Letter for target position of application. For details and queries, reach us at Instagram on before the deadline.

The Research Society of Policy Studies (RSPS) organized the Academic Writing Competition 2024, aimed at fostering intellectual exchange, encouraging critical thinking, and enhancing research and writing skills among students.
The competition centered around three thought-provoking themes:
• The Geopolitics of AI: Global Competition for Dominance in the next technological era.
• Rising Populism and Its Impact on International Relations
• Climate Justice: Addressing the Disproportionate impact of Climate Change on Global South
Dr. Mariam Tahir (Focal Person, RSPS) and Mr. Tahir Ahmed provided constructive feedback by engaging participants in insightful discussions about their research.
The event concluded with the announcement of the top three position holders and a certificate distribution ceremony.

Today’s seminar, organized by the Research Society of Policy Studies (RSPS) at Dept of International Relations, offered students invaluable guidance on career planning and development. Led by our distinguished guest, Ms. Tehmina Zafar—an accomplished entrepreneur and career counselor with over a decade of experience—this session focused on helping students make informed choices about their futures. Ms. Tehmina, founder of TZ Consultants, shared insights into identifying strengths and exploring potential career paths, along with international scholarship opportunities for those aspiring to study abroad. Special thanks to Mr. Rehan Zafar, Lecturer in the IR Department, for facilitating this impactful session.

RSPS at IR Dept hosted a guest speaker session on "A Critical Appraisal of the Israel-Palestine Conflict: Navigating the Impact on Regional and International Politics," led by Dr. Syed Qandil Abbas, Associate Professor at the School of Politics and International Relations, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad, at the Multi-Purpose Hall, NUML RWP.

Our Speaker shed light on one of the most critical geopolitical conflicts of our time and its broader implications.

Dear IRists! Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking guest speaker session on "A Critical Appraisal of the Israel-Palestine Conflict: Navigating the Impact on Regional and International Politics," led by Dr. Syed Qandil Abbas, Associate Professor at the School of Politics and International Relations, Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad.

Organized by the Research Society of Policy Studies (RSPS), Dept. of International Relations, this talk promises to shed light on one of the most critical geopolitical conflicts of our time and its broader implications. Don’t miss out on this insightful discussion!

Hieghlights; Research Society of Policy Studies at the Dept of International Relations organized a One-Day Seminar on ethics with the purpose of soul searching. Assistant Professor, Dr. Sultan Masood, conducted the whole activity.

A big round of applause to Team RSPS for successfully organizing the whole day activity. Explore the RSPS pages for more!

On Thursday, NUML RSPS at Dept of IR hosted a book review session. Students from different semesters participated in this intellectually engaging activity to sharpen their critical thinking and enhance knowledge on the role of A.I. and emerging technologies in contemporary times.