Cape Town: Faculty members from Forman Christian College's Mass Communication department participated in the International Communication Association (ICA) 2026 conference in Cape Town, South Africa. Dr. Syed Saqib Saleem and Dr. Firasat Jabeen contributed to panels addressing critical topics in the field of communication, showcasing their institution's growing engagement in international academic discussions.

According to Forman Christian College, Dr. Saleem co-organized a panel and presented research on constructive climate communication in journalism education. His contribution was part of broader discussions that included journalism education, science communication, sustainability, audience research, and visual storytelling. Meanwhile, Dr. Jabeen joined a panel on AI in Media Education: Perspectives from the Global South, emphasizing the opportunity to reconnect with scholars, renew professional ties, and deepen expertise in media education. Both scholars' involvement underscores Forman Christian College's expanding role in the global academic community.