Lahore: The Department of Food and Nutritional Sciences recently held a Board of Studies and Industry Advisory Board meeting, drawing together key figures from both academia and industry. The session aimed to review and fortify the department’s curriculum while enhancing academic quality and building strong industry and clinical partnerships.
Among the attendees were Dr. Ijaz Ahmad and Mr. Shoaib Awan, Senior Vice President of Innovation Research and Development at Al Moiz Group. Also present were Ms. Maria Nadeem Khan, Ms. Hajra Saleem, Dr. Shinawer Waseem Ali, and Ms. Nighat Jawad.
The meeting concentrated on providing students with comprehensive and practical learning opportunities, with a particular focus on fostering collaboration between the department and industry partners. The discussions revolved around strategies to enhance educational offerings and ensure that students are well-equipped for future challenges in the field of food and nutritional sciences.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to align academic programs with industry standards and demands, thus enabling students to gain relevant skills and experience. The department’s commitment to this goal underscores the importance of bridging the gap between education and industry needs.