Women University Mardan

22/05/2026

WOMEN University Mardan proudly participated in collaboration with partner institutions, in the International Conference on “Politicizing the Issue of Environmental Justice and Mobilizing Climate Financing for Pakistan” held at the historic Governor’s House, Peshawar under the gracious patronage of Faisal Karim Kundi.

The conference brought together a distinguished gathering of policymakers, academia, development practitioners, civil society representatives, youth leaders, media professionals, business community members, and national and international stakeholders to deliberate upon climate embedded vulnerabilities, environmental justice, climate governance, and mobilization of climate financing mechanisms for Pakistan.

The conference was jointly organized by Pakistan Development Foundation, Shaheed Benazir Bhutto Women University Peshawar, Women University Mardan, and Institute of Management Sciences Peshawar along with partner organizations and stakeholders committed to sustainable development and environmental protection.

The deliberations focused on strategic pathways for climate financing, green economy frameworks, environmental sustainability, and the disproportionate vulnerabilities faced by women and marginalized communities in the context of climate change and environmental degradation in Pakistan.

The event also reflected a strong commitment towards environmentally responsible practices, with the conference being conducted largely paperless and carbon conscious — an important message for future climate governance initiatives.
Women University Mardan remains committed to supporting sustainable development, environmental awareness, and collaborative initiatives for a climate-resilient future.

22/05/2026

A delegation from Women University Mardan, led by the worthy Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana, visited the office of the Chairman of the Higher Education Commission, Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmad Akhtar, to congratulate him on assuming his new charge and to extend best wishes for a successful tenure. During the visit, matters related to higher education, academic development, and institutional collaboration were discussed.

The delegation also visited the office of the Executive Director of the Higher Education Commission, Prof. Dr. Zia ul Haq, where discussions were held regarding ongoing academic initiatives, quality enhancement, and future opportunities for universities.

Furthermore, the delegation attended the 55th Vice Chancellors’ Meeting organized by the Higher Education Commission, which brought together vice chancellors from universities across the country to deliberate on key issues related to higher education, policy implementation, research promotion, governance, and institutional development.

The visit and participation reflected the university’s commitment to strengthening academic linkages and promoting institutional collaboration for the advancement of higher education in Pakistan.

21/05/2026

PREE Assessment Meetings for Academic Programs Held Under PSG-2023
Quality Enhancement Cell, Women University Mardan organized Assessment Team meetings on 19th May, 2026 in accordance with Program Review for Effectiveness and Enhancement (PREE) framework, PSG-2023.
The review meetings focused on program effectiveness, assessment procedures, evidence-based practices, compliance requirements, and quality enhancement measures to ensure academic standards and continuous improvement in academic programs offered at university.
As part of the review process, 18 External Assessment Team members from outside DAI were invited to participate and provide independent academic evaluation and expert recommendations. Their participation aimed to strengthen transparency, accountability, and quality assurance practices within the university’s academic programs.
PREE exercise reflects the institutional mission to maintain academic excellence and aligning its educational standards with the quality assurance guidelines of Higher Education Commission, Pakistan.

19/05/2026

Seminar on Heritage & Cultural Promotion for Peacebuilding Held at Women University Mardan
Mardan, April 29, 2026 — A seminar titled “Heritage & Cultural Promotion for Peacebuilding” was successfully organized at the Conference Hall of Women University Mardan. The event was conducted under the esteemed guidance and leadership of Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana.
The seminar was organized by Dr. Rashida Parveen, Chief Proctor (WUM), with the aim of promoting peacebuilding through education and cultural awareness. The session highlighted the importance of preserving cultural heritage as a means to foster harmony and mutual understanding in society.
The resource person for the seminar, Dr. Hassina Bashir, delivered an insightful and engaging talk. She explained the concept of peacebuilding through education in a clear and impactful manner, emphasizing how cultural values and heritage can play a vital role in creating a peaceful and inclusive society.
The seminar was attended by faculty members and students, who appreciated the informative session and actively participated in discussions. The initiative reflects the university’s commitment to academic excellence, social awareness, and the promotion of peace through education

19/05/2026

Women University Mardan, in collaboration with CBO-led Social Campaign, successfully organized a one-day seminar titled “Cyber-Awareness: Digital Defense and Fraud Prevention” on 13th May 2026 at the university Bakhshali Campus.
The seminar was jointly organized by the Office of (ORIC), Sports and Adventure Society, and the Department of Political Science. The event aimed to educate students, faculty members, and the local community about rising cyber threats including phishing, online scams, financial fraud, identity theft, and malware attacks.

The organizing committee expresses its heartfelt gratitude to Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana, Vice Chancellor, Women University Mardan, for her continuous support, encouragement, and visionary guidance that made this event a great success. Her leadership and commitment to student development and community awareness have been truly inspiring.
We also extend sincere thanks to all guest speakers, collaborating organizations (CBO-led Social Campaign, SRSP, and NL Netherlands), faculty members, students, and Campus Coordinator Mr. Muhammad Kamran and staff for their valuable contributions.
The program featured expert talks by distinguished speakers:

Mr. Kashif Project brief by Kashif Muhammad Khan.
Ms. Sana Tehseem (Blue Studio Organization)
Mr. Ikram Mughal (National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency - FIA)
Ms. Syeda Sana Sajjad (State Bank of Pakistan)
Mr. Jamal Orakzai (Commercial Bank of Pakistan)
Ms. Anum Khan (Sarhad Rural Support Programme - SRSP)
Focal Person: Kashif Qayuum
The sessions focused on practical strategies for digital safety, secure online practices, and protection against fraud in an increasingly digital world. The campaign is supported by NL Netherlands and Sarhad Rural Support Programme (SRSP).
Sports Competitions
Simultaneously, exciting sports competitions were held between CBO Team and Women University Mardan in two categories:
Badminton
Tug of War
Both competitions were won by the Women University Mardan teams, who secured winner positions and received medals. The sports events were organized exceptionally well by the students.
The entire event, including the sports segment, was held under the supervision of Dr. Nelofar Ikram and Ms. Misbah. The *WUM Sports and Adventure Society (comprising Students Cabinets of both campuses) played a key role in the successful organization of the sports activities.

18/05/2026

Public Announcement: HEC’s Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) – General for MS/M.Phil & HAT‑Subject for PhD admissions – Fall 2026.

The Education Testing Council (ETC) is conducting the HAT‑General on 05 July 2026 nationwide.

Get ready for a standardized, merit‑based admission system that boosts quality & transparency in Pakistan’s higher education.

For queries, visit https://onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk.

18/05/2026

📢 Attention Graduate Students!

As you all know, the HEC HAT Test is compulsory for admission to MS/MPhil and PhD programs.

All interested candidates are advised to apply and appear in the HEC Higher Education Aptitude Test (HAT) to become eligible for admission in graduate programs.

🗓 Last Date to Apply: 7th June 2026
📝 Test Date: 05 July 2026

🌐 Apply Online:
etc.hec.gov.pk

For complaints/support:
onlinehelp.hec.gov.pk

Please share this information with other students as well.

16/05/2026

An awareness seminar on *Thalassemia* was jointly organized by the Department of Biotechnology and the Department of Political Sciences,with the support of Worthy Vice Chancellor, *Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana* , in collaboration with Jehad for Zero Thalassemia (JZT) on May 14th, 2026, at Bakhshali Campus.
In light of the increasing prevalence of this genetic disease, the seminar aimed to educate students on preventive measures and ways to contribute to society through fundraising and blood donations for Thalassemia patients. The JZT team included Mr. Saad Raza, Ms. Marwa Hidayat, Ms. Mehwish, and Ms. Tasneem.
The program commenced with an *Introduction to JZT* by *Mr. Saad Raza,* Coordinator of JZT, followed by a technical session on *Thalassemia* , *its prevention, and cure* delivered by *Dr. Neelam Zeb* , Assistant Professor, Department of Biotechnology and *Supervisor of JZT Main Campus of WUM Team.* Subsequently, *Ms. Marwa Hidayat* , a graduated student of Biotechnology from Women University Mardan and Coordinator of JZT, presented on *Volunteers Students team formation and provided a detailed briefing on JZT’s activities.*
Students actively participated in a *poster competition on Thalassemia* , with the best posters judged by *Dr. Hina Jabeen* , Head of the Department of Biotechnology; *Dr. Hassina Bashir,* Head of the Department of Political Science; and *Dr. Nelofar Ikram,* Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, Women University Mardan. Certificates were awarded to the top three winners. Additionally, JZT announced the launch of its *Bakhshali Chapter* by forming a volunteer team of students from various departments who will join the organization to support future awareness efforts.
The organizers expressed profound gratitude to the Worthy Vice Chancellor, *Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana*, for granting approval and providing the opportunity to conduct this seminar, with a commitment to organizing more such activities in the future.
Thank you
With Best Regards
Dr. Neelam Zeb
Assistant Professor
Department of Biotechnology

10/05/2026

🌷 Happy Mother’s Day 🌷
On this special day, Women University Mardan pays heartfelt tribute to all mothers whose love, sacrifices, strength, and endless prayers shape our lives and inspire our future.
A mother is the first teacher, the strongest support, and the purest form of love. Today, we honor and celebrate every mother for her unconditional care and dedication.
💐 Wishing all mothers a day filled with happiness, respect, and appreciation.
Happy Mother’s Day! ❤️

07/05/2026

Women University Mardan is proud to announce that the first batch of M.Phil Chemistry students and the first M.Phil batch overall from the university have successfully defended their research theses in the viva voce examination held on 6th May 2026 at the Department of Chemistry. The students were supervised by Dr. Naila Zubair and Dr. Monnaza Serwar.

The Department of Chemistry heartily congratulates the research scholars, Ms. Sania Afzal, Ms. Samiya Bano, Ms. Hina Zarshed, Ms. Sana Tayyeb, Ms. Maria Bibi, Ms. Sheema Iqbal, Ms. Hina Bibi, and Ms. Ajmeena for their dedication and hard work.

The examiners included Prof. Dr. Khalida Akhtar, Dr. Salma Gul from the National Centre of Excellence in Physical Chemistry, University of Peshawar, and Dr. Saira Arif from the Department of Chemistry, COMSATS University Islamabad.

On this proud occasion, Dr. Naila Zubair, Head of the Department of Chemistry, extended sincere gratitude to Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana, the Honorable Vice Chancellor, for her unwavering support and visionary leadership, which has fostered a thriving research environment at the university.

A special note of thanks was extended to the esteemed guest, Emeritus Professor Dr. Rasul Jan, for gracing the occasion, offering invaluable time, words of encouragement, and genuine appreciation of the students’ work.
Prof. Dr. Razia Sultana, Vice Chancellor, and Prof. Dr. Rasul Jan appreciated the efforts of Dr. Naila Zubair, Head of the Department of Chemistry, for her leadership and dedication in mentoring the students and strengthening research at the department.

The Department also expressed gratitude to the Director Academics for continuous guidance and facilitation of academic processes, all administrative staff, and the entire faculty of the Department of Chemistry for their behind‑the‑scenes efforts in ensuring the viva examination ran smoothly.

This milestone is a proud moment for the entire Department and the University, and we look forward to many more such successes in the journey of academic excellence.

01/05/2026