Islamabad: In a significant development aimed at expanding educational opportunities, the National University of Science and Technology (NUST) has partnered with the Professional Education Foundation (PEF) to enhance support for financially challenged students. This collaboration is marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), which promises to increase scholarship availability and simplify application processes.
According to National University of Sciences and Technology, the MoU was signed in a ceremony that included remarks by NUST Rector Engr Javed Mehmood Bukhari, who highlighted the importance of philanthropic support in achieving the university’s goal of becoming a need-blind institution. This initiative ensures that financial barriers do not prevent students from continuing their education.
PEF Chairman Mr. Hafiz Ul Haq outlined the expanded support measures, which include not only a higher number of scholarships but also broader eligibility criteria to reach more students in need. The agreement was signed by Mr. Hafiz Ul Haq and Dr. Rizwan Riaz, NUST’s Pro-Rector for Research, Innovation, and Commercialization. Also present were Ms. Arooba Gillani, Director of Advancement and Head of Global Engagements, and Ms. Saadia Sadat, Resource Mobilization Officer.
This partnership was covered by 92 News, highlighting its potential impact on the community and the enhanced support framework it will provide to students facing financial hardships.