University of Wah

𝟑𝟓𝐭𝐡 𝐔𝐖-𝐏𝐎𝐅 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

The 35th meeting of the Pakistan Ordnance Factories (POF)-University of Wah (UW) Research Collaboration Committee was held on 23 June 2025 at the University of Wah. The meeting brought together representatives from POF and the University of Wah to review ongoing collaborative activities and discuss matters related to research, development, innovation, and industry–academia engagement.

A key highlight of the meeting was the presentation of project completion letters and letters of appreciation by Brig. Muhammad Irfan Arif, Director R&D, POF, to the Principal Investigators of completed research projects. The recognized projects covered significant areas, including industrial automation and control systems, the development of advanced functional materials for industrial applications, and environmental remediation technologies.

During the meeting, Brig. Muhammad Irfan Arif also presented a research grant cheque worth Rs. 0.8 million to support an environment-related research project aimed at addressing environmental challenges through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The committee further explored opportunities for research funding and agreed that UW faculty members and POF officers would jointly pursue competitive research grants to advance collaborative R&D initiatives. Discussions also focused on expanding student internships and industrial training opportunities, enhancing industry exposure for UW students, and promoting the joint supervision and development of industry-based Final Year Design Projects (FYDPs) to address real-world engineering and technological challenges.

The meeting concluded with a shared commitment to further strengthening the long-standing partnership between POF and the University of Wah through joint research projects, capacity building, and innovation-driven initiatives that contribute to academic excellence and national industrial development.

𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐒𝐌-𝟓-𝐓𝐑 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞-𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐚𝐬𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Department of Psychology, University of Wah, organized a capacity-building workshop titled “The Contemporary Clinician’s Lens: DSM-5-TR Diagnosis & Evidence-Based Case Formulation” on 22 June 2026.

Ms. Habiba Shaheen, lecturer, served as the resource person, facilitating the workshop, while Ms. Haleema Adnan, lecturer, coordinated it as the focal person. The sessions focused on contemporary diagnostic practices, the application of DSM-5-TR, and evidence-based case formulation through interactive discussions and case-based learning activities.

The workshop was attended by mental health professionals, practitioners, faculty members, and students, including Clinical Psychologists and practitioners from Adiala Jail, Rawalpindi; Fatima Hospital, Wah Cantt; Hearing Well and Speech Therapy Clinic, Lalazar, Wah Cantt; and Positive Solution, Wah Cantt.

The activity provided a valuable platform for professional learning, knowledge exchange, and the promotion of evidence-based clinical practice. Participants appreciated the workshop's practical relevance and its contribution to enhancing diagnostic and case formulation competencies in contemporary mental health settings.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧

Department of Psychology, University of Wah, organized a session on “Stress Management” at the UW Boys Hostel on 23 June 2026. The session was conducted by Dr. Noman Aftab, Chairperson, Department of Psychology, accompanied by Dr. Muhammad Amjid, Assistant Professor, and Mr. Maaz Ahmed, Lecturer.

During the session, Mr. Maaz Ahmed discussed the role of stressors in daily life and their impact on individuals’ well-being. Dr. Muhammad Amjid highlighted the concepts of positive and negative stress and their implications for mental health. He also addressed issues related to suicidal thoughts and behaviors, emphasizing the importance of timely support and intervention.

In his talk, Dr. Noman Aftab focused on the significance of resilience in coping with stress and overcoming life’s challenges. He encouraged students to adopt healthy coping strategies and seek support whenever needed.

At the end of the session, students were informed about the services offered by the Psychological Counseling Center. Dr. Noman Aftab explained the Centre’s role in providing psychological counseling and mental health support to students at University of Wah.

𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐞𝐢𝐠𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐲 𝐋𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐲 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐀𝐬𝐢𝐚

Wah Business School, University of Wah, organized a Foreign Faculty Lecture on 22 June 2026, jointly coordinated by Mr. Qamar Ishtiaq and Dr. Saif Ullah Khan. Dr. Waranaya La-Ongsri and Dr. Waeewan La-Ongsri, Senior Lecturers from the College of International Business, Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, Thailand, delivered the session.

The lecture, titled “Family Firms and the Emerging Markets of South East Asia,” focused on the growing influence of family firms in the emerging stock markets of South East Asia and the contingent agency problems associated with them.

The session was highly interactive and insightful, providing students with valuable exposure to contemporary managerial challenges and international academic perspectives. It concluded with an engaging question-and-answer session, enabling students to interact directly with the distinguished speakers.

𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐆𝐢𝐫𝐥𝐬 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐥

Department of Psychology, University of Wah (UW), organized a Stress Management Awareness Session at the UW Girls Hostel on 23 June 2026. The session aimed to enhance students’ awareness of stress, its effects on mental and physical well-being, and effective strategies for managing stress in academic and personal life.

Ms. Aaisha Shoukat and Ms. Rizwana Samreen, both lecturers, served as the resource persons for the session. They highlighted the causes and symptoms of stress and emphasized healthy coping mechanisms, time management techniques, relaxation exercises, and the importance of maintaining a balanced lifestyle for overall well-being.

Students actively participated in discussions and shared their experiences, making the session interactive and informative. The activity enabled participants to develop a better understanding of stress management practices and encouraged the adoption of positive strategies for maintaining mental health. The session concluded, contributing positively to students’ personal growth, emotional resilience, and overall well-being.