Cultural Fest 2024

Library Information Services CUI Lahore and Danish Society is going to organize a Cultural Fest 2024. October 09, 2024 Wednesday at 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM N-Block COMSATS Lahore

Talk on "Academic integrity, academic dishonesty, and use of Turnitin"

Dr. Muhammad Tariq, Library Incharge, Comsats University, Delivered a talk on "Academic integrity, academic dishonesty, and use of Turnitin" at NCRD Islamabad on September 13, 2024. The participants from across Pakistan attended the session. Thanks to Ms. Kiran Butt and NCRD for the invitation and the hospitality.

Library Orientation for Fall24 Students

The newly enrolled students at CUI Lahore campus are warmly welcomed by the Library Information Services CUI Lahore. In this regard, the library conducted orientation sessions for its newly inducted students on the Orientation Day, held on September 02, 2024. The purpose of these sessions was to educate the students about the library's resources, services, and facilities, along with the rules and regulations. A large number of students enthusiastically attended these library orientation sessions. The main library staff includes Mr. Muhammad Ishtiaq, Mr. Asim Mushtaq, and Mr. Attiq ur Rehman. They briefed the new library users about library rules, membership, resources, and services. At Architecture Library, Ms. Nasira Muneer, At Pharmacy Ms. Raiqa Pervaiz and At Management Science Library, Mr. Naveed Siddique conducted orientation sessions for their respective students.

Media Coverage of Closing Ceremony of Calligraphy Painting Short Course

Closing Ceremony of Calligraphy Painting Short Course

In a bid to promote and celebrate the artistic heritage of calligraphy, Assistant Librarian Naveed Siddique organized a one-month short course with the approval of professional development program committee at COMSATS University Lahore campus through the platform of Library Information Services. This course was designed to introduce participants to the fundamentals of calligraphy painting, culminating in a final display to showcase the students' work. The closing ceremony began with a recitation of verses from the Holy Quran, setting a reflective tone for the event. Following this, Dr. Muhammad Tariq, Head of Library Information Services, offered insightful reflections on the significance of calligraphy art. He praised the organizers and participants for their dedication and creativity. Chief Guest Prof. Dr. Robina Farooq then spoke about calligraphy’s role in fostering personal expression and artistic discipline, emphasizing its power to convey profound messages through elegant script. Their speeches enriched the event by highlighting calligraphy’s enduring relevance and its impact on cultural identity. At the end, Prof. Dr. Robina Farooq and Dr. Muhammad Tariq distributed the certificate among participants and the shield were also presented to Prof. Dr. Robina Farooq, Dr. Muhammad Tariq and Naveed Siddique, finally the guests and all the library staff toured the display by the student. Participants took the opportunity to elaborate on their works and the techniques they employed. The program concluded with a delightful tea. https://www.facebook.com/LIS.CUILahore

Professional Training for Library Staff

The Library Information Services, CUI Lahore has organized two-days training/workshop entitled “Enhance your Professional Skills” on 20-21 August 2024. The purpose of this training was to enhance the professional skills of the library staff. All the library staff attended the training/workshop and learned the latest tools and technologies in librarianship. The contents of the training was KOHA, MS Office, Turnitin and Graphic Designing Tool. The library staff was the presenters for this two days training/workshop. In the introductory session, the head librarian, Dr. Muhammad Tariq highlighted the importance of professional learning. He said that we should be well-equipped with the latest information and knowledge about librarianship to meet the user's needs and requirements. Such activities provide opportunities for professional learning and enhancement. In the closing ceremony, the Director (A), Prof. Dr. Robina Farooq distributed the certificate among all participants and the presenters too. In her concluding remarks she appreciated the activity, organized by the library staff. She also shared that in an academic institute the library services can paly an important role in promoting reading and research activities. She also instructed that such type of training session should also be held in for the library staff in future.