“In the Name of Allah the Most Beneficent and the Most Merciful”
Prof. Dr. Shahida Sohail
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Students,
The Education institution has an important role to play in driving innovation bringing awareness and shaping the future of the youth. The most valuable inheritance that we can bequeath to our next generation is to empower them to think, to reason to analyze and to develop empathy for the rest of humanity. In this intensely competitive and dynamic world, qualitatively superior education is essential for success. Over the years, higher education has assumed a significant role in the academic development of the students to equip them with the expertise to meet the global challenges of the 21st century. The quest to seek knowledge and the development of the intellect enable the students to excel and achieve their goal. The present era demands career planning and specialization in a particular field blended with development of personality and communication skills. We are committed to illuminating the way for the students who are truly motivated. Our aim is to develop a spirit of learning, inquiry and a strong work ethic among our students. Our education schemes with effective curriculum and innovative approach respond to the growing needs and interests of the students in the field of commerce.
We aim to empower our students with the spectrum of emerging heights of excellence. It includes a focus on developing analytical skills and a critical reflection to synthesize knowledge from different disciplines of commerce. Serving the motherland in this way does not only develop a sense of patriotism rather it also brings a spiritual relief. Our mission is to promote an understanding of our socio cultural diversity and richness. So, welcome to a world where you
“Strive to Learn” All the prayers for your better future. Ameen!
Prof. Dr. Shahida Sohail stands as a venerable figure in the domain of education. With a distinguished academic journey rooted in Pakistan she earned her PhD in Education from University of the Punjab, Lahore—building upon her earlier achievements, including a Master degree in science education (Gold Medalist).
Dr. Sohail currently serves as a first ever female Principal (BS-20) at Govt. Islamia Graduate College, AIT, Lahore. Her 30 years long teaching and administrative career exemplifies a profound dedication to nurturing research capability, and leadership among students and faculty alike. Her extensive roles span over teaching, teachers’ training, thesis supervision, curriculum development, and participation in board of studies, academic and accreditation councils and quality assurance committees.
She presented research papers in conferences at Harvard University, Hawaii, USA and Turkey. She chaired many conference sessions both nationally and internationally. She has addressed pivotal themes such as gender equity in education, technology integration, and learning strategies.
She has worked with the UNICEF, USAID, Directorate of Staff Development, Lahore College for Women University, and other key stakeholders to redefine teacher education in Pakistan. Her research contributions, published in internationally recognized journals. Her intellectual generosity is further evidenced by her consistent mentorship of students and faculty, her orchestration of seminars and workshops, and her dedication to cross-institutional collaboration.
