GCWUF holds first student convention under young leaders programme

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First student convention held under the vice chancellor’s Developing Young Leaders Programme at GCWUF
Convention marks a year of achievements by 10 active student societies
Two-day programme includes dramas, a talent hunt, a mushaira and a free medical camp
Vice chancellor urges students to build digital, communication and conflict-resolution skills
Awards distributed among students at the close of the convention

FAISALABAD: Government College Women University Faisalabad has held the first student convention under the Developing Young Leaders Programme, the flagship initiative of its vice chancellor, the university said.

The convention highlighted the year-long achievements of the university’s 10 active student societies through educational, cultural and social activities.

The two-day convention featured a play festival, character-building dramas, a talent hunt, cultural performances, a mushaira, a career counselling session, a peace dialogue and a panel discussion.

A two-day free medical camp titled Sehat ki Dastak was also held, where students and university staff were offered eye examinations and hepatitis screening.

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Students perform a drama during the first DYLP student convention at GCWUF Faisalabad.

GCWUF students hold certificates at the close of the first DYLP convention in Faisalabad.

Students take part in a panel discussion at the GCWUF DYLP convention in Faisalabad.

A stage play is performed by students at the GCWUF young leaders convention in Faisalabad.

Addressing the convention, Government College Women University Faisalabad Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Kanwal Amin stressed the role of co-curricular activities in personality development, self-confidence and leadership skills.

She urged students to build digital skills, communication skills and conflict-resolution skills alongside academic ability. The vice chancellor also highlighted interfaith harmony, mutual respect and the responsible use of social media.

Guest speaker Dr Najma Afzal encouraged the students to cross traditional barriers and play an active role in the betterment of society. University alumnae also attended the convention.

At the close, awards were distributed among students for outstanding services, while a musical evening marked the successful completion of the first year of the Developing Young Leaders Programme.