{"id":1162741,"date":"2026-02-14T19:29:09","date_gmt":"2026-02-14T14:29:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.app.com.pk\/?p=1162741"},"modified":"2026-02-14T19:29:09","modified_gmt":"2026-02-14T14:29:09","slug":"iqra-university-hosts-the-ascent-2026-to-honor-alumni-excellence-global-impact","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/demo.app.com.pk\/index.php\/2026\/02\/14\/iqra-university-hosts-the-ascent-2026-to-honor-alumni-excellence-global-impact\/","title":{"rendered":"Iqra University hosts \u2018The Ascent 2026\u2019 to honor Alumni Excellence, Global Impact"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">ISLAMABAD, Feb 14 (APP):Iqra University (IU) H-9 Campus has hosted its flagship grand alumni dinner, \u201cThe Ascent 2026 \u2013 Reconnect. Rise. Reimagine,\u201d bringing together a distinguished assembly of graduates, industry leaders, and academic stalwarts to celebrate the university\u2019s legacy.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The event served as a strategic platform to bridge the gap between industry and academia. Key highlights included the official launch of the IU Alumni Mentorship Program, designed to promote professional collaboration and provide students with direct access to global industry insights, said a press release issued here on Saturday.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">Addressing the gathering, Badar Abbas Shah (Head of the Career Services Office), who designed the event, emphasized that alumni are the university\u2019s primary ambassadors. Professor Dr. Eatzaz Ahmed (Associate Dean, Iqra University H-9 Islamabad) delivered the welcome address, noting that the event reinforces the university\u2019s commitment to building lifelong, value-driven relationships with its graduates.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The event featured a blend of nostalgia and innovation, including \u201cE-Meet\u201d video messages from alumni across the globe, a lively Tambola session, and a musical performance. The event concluded with a formal dinner and networking session, allowing former classmates to reconnect and explore future business collaboration.<\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\"><\/div>\n<div style=\"text-align: justify;\">The highlight of the event was the Alumni Excellence Awards, which recognized graduates who have made significant contributions to their fields. 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