Lahore: A seminar titled "Scope and Career Opportunities in Environmental Science and Sustainability" was held on November 3, 2026, at the Jim Tebbe Campus Center's Multipurpose Hall to explore emerging career pathways in the field. The event, organized by the Department of Environmental Sciences in collaboration with the Career Services and Internships Office and the Forman Earth Watch Society, gathered professionals from various sectors, including academia, government, consultancy, and law, to provide insights on the subject.
According to Forman Christian College, Mr. Kamal Ahmed Cheema, CEO of Envirotech Consultants, inaugurated the seminar with an overview of the evolving career landscape in environmental science and sustainability. A panel discussion, moderated by Dr. Derk Bakker, Associate Professor, featured a diverse group of experts, including Dr. Abdul Sattar Nizami from the Sustainable Development Study Centre at GC Lahore, environmental lawyer and policy consultant Ms. Sara Hayat, Dr. Wajid Ijaz of the Environment Protection and Climate Change Department of Punjab, and Mr. Cheema himself. They discussed career opportunities in fields such as research, environmental governance, climate policy, law, consultancy, and the corporate sector, emphasizing the importance of practical skills, field experience, and professional qualities sought by employers.
The seminar concluded with remarks from Dr. Samina Mehnaz, Dean of the School of Life and Earth Sciences, who highlighted the necessity of linking academic learning with professional practice. Acknowledgments were given by Mr. Kamil Shamshad, Associate Dean of Student Affairs, who praised the students for organizing the event and expressed gratitude to the speakers for their contributions. The event also featured a poster exhibition of research by the graduating M.Phil. class and concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Shazia Ilyas, Chairperson of the Department. The seminar was part of the MPhil Environmental Science class's Seminar Series course and contributed to Sustainable Development Goals 4, 8, and 17.