RISC/MIUC & NIC ink a collaborative agreement at National Incubation Center in Islamabad to create a conducive and sustainable link between academia & industries. The career pathway is to be nurtured by both organizations and students are to receive critical technical training in various sectors before joining professional spheres.
CEO Roots International Education Group & Rector MIUC, Mr. Walid Mushtaq and Director NIC Mr. Parvez Abbasi also shared their thoughts on the occasion before signing the MoU. A large university students delegation from MIUC campuses from wah & islamabad were also in attendance who indulged in a highly informative interactive session during the ceremony.
RISC & NIC enter into agreement
RISC & Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry ink an exclusive, transformational MoU
Roots International Schools and Colleges / Metropolitan International United College & Islamabad Chamber of Commerce & Industry ink an exclusive, transformational MoU with industrial cooperation,academia-industry linkages being at the heart of the agreement. ICCI being the apex chamber of the Federal Capital Islamabad that’s synonymous with hosting heads of states, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, international dignitaries from over 100 countries.
Both organizations renewed their commitment for a conducive environment to prepare the next generation of professionals in accordance with 21st century learning & entrepreneurial skills whereby MIUC will engage with ICCI for knowledgeable content, specialised trainings, engagement for the youth alongside industry leaders.
Mr. Walid Mushtaq, CEO RISC/ Rector MIUC was presented with a souvenir by Mr. Ahsan Zafar Bakhtawari, President ICCI, ICCI industry & business leaders including Mr. Zafar Bakhtawri, VP ICCI Fahad Waheed, VP Azhar ul Islam along with other advisory committee senior members of ICCI for his visionary leadership & services in the field of education.
The 35th anniversary recognition ceremony for alumni and stakeholders of RISC
The 35th anniversary recognition ceremony for alumni and stakeholders of RISC and MIUC was a resounding success, highlighting the tremendous achievements of over 15,000 alumni who have excelled in diverse industries, segments, and careers globally, while also serving their home country, Pakistan. The event was attended by a diverse group of 500+ alumni from all four provinces, with messages of congratulations and appreciation from alumni across 5 continents being aired throughout the evening.
The event was truly an evening to cherish, as over $50 million in scholarships were awarded to deserving students, and the achievements and attainments of over 15,000 alumni were celebrated in the presence of key stakeholders and office bearers of the Government of Pakistan, including the Federal Minister of Education, Rana Tanvir Hussain, Ms. Rahat Konain, chairperson Competition Commission Pakistan, Assad Hameed Khan & Team ACCA Pakistan, Haaris Mehmood Chaudhary, CEO Universal Service Fund, Mr. Waqar Shah, Deputy General Manager Pearson, Mr. Ahmad Hassan Shah, Advocate Supreme Court, Mr. Saqib Rafique, President RCCI, Maj. Gen. (Retd) Ibrahim Y Ala Almadni, Ambassador of Jordan to Pakisatn, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Inayat Ullah Khan, VC UET, Mr. Parvez Abbasi, Project Director NIC, Raja M. Aleem Khan Abbasi, Vice Chairman of Islamabad Bar Council, Hakim Ali Talpur, Deputy Director at Higher Education Commission, Mr. Hassan Raza Pasha, Chairman PBC, Mr. Gulzar Ahmad, Mr. Haroon ur Rashid, Vice Chairman, PBC ,Mr. Jeremy Milson, Country Representative UNODC Pakistan, heads of national and international education boards, CEOs and foreign dignitaries.
Success of RISC and MIUC is not only due to the quality of their education but also the strong sense of community and support that they provide to their students and alumni. The 35th anniversary recognition ceremony was a testament to the enduring legacy of RISC and MIUC and the impact they have had on the lives of thousands of individuals and on the future of Pakistan.
A vibrant panel discussion was convened at the 35th anniversary celebrations that included leaders & representatives of various industries, government, corporate sector, countries leading lawyers, bar council presidents, including Mr. Rana Tanvir Hussain, Federal Minister for Education & Professional Training, Ms. Rahat Konain, chairperson Competition Commission Pakistan, Mr. Haaris Mehmood Chaudhary, CEO Universal Service Fund & Non-Executive Director at zarai taraqiati Bank Limited, Mr. Saqib Rafique, President RCCI, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Inayat Ullah Khan, Vice Chancellor UET, Ms. Tehmina Shehryar, ACCA MNP MEMBER, PEOPLE LEAD S&P GLOBAL & Mr. Hassan Raza Pasha, Chairman PBC Mr. Gulzar Ahmad, Pakistan Bar council.
A deeply engaging & vibrant discussion on the challenges faced against changing trends in education in the developing world i.e. impact of tech, disruption, sustainable goals, skills adaptation, employability, academia-industry linkages & AI in Education was another highlight of the occasion.
A group of highly successful and talented alumni also indulged in an intellectually refined panel discussion with the subject encompassing success stories, modern day education requirements and how quality education plays a determining factor for young professionals in all fields.The alumni also thanked their institute for its unflinching support through their journey from education to professional career.
Open Days
An exhibition of the STEM Projects made by the students of Roots International Schools & Colleges Wellington Campus was organized in the school on 24th September 2022.
STEM exhibition gave students the opportunity to showcase student science projects and artwork.The exhibition was open for all parents, they visited and appreciated the projects made by the students.Other skills attained through STEM activities were problem solving, critical thinking, creativity, curiosity, decision making, leadership, entrepreneurship, acceptance of failure and more.
RISC organizes clubs & societies carnival in Kachnar Park
Roots International Schools & Colleges organizes clubs & societies carnival in Kachnar Park, Sector I-8/3, Islamabad to involve students in non-academic activities in order to highlight the importance of mental health & well-being.
RISC celebrated the Chinese New Year
Roots International Schools and Colleges celebrated the Chinese New Year at Wellington Campus Islamabad. Students and teachers organizer colorful activities to pay tribute to one of the oldest civilizations of the world through Chinese cuisine & cultural performances.
Daniya Malik, a bright student of RISC got featured on a German TV channel ARD
Daniya Malik, a bright student of RISC got featured on a German TV channel ARD on the last day of year 2022. She is one of the students learning German language at Roots International. She was the only student from Southasia to be featured in the video.
RISC has the distinction of being a PASCH affiliate institute with a robust German language department, training dozens of students each session to become functional speakers of the desired language.