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IIM Literary Society, Lahore (2026)

17/02/2026

GRAND OPENING CEREMONY – SPORTS FEST 2026

On 16th February 2026, the Institute of Information Management, University of the Punjab marked the vibrant beginning of Sports Fest 2026 with an energetic and well-organized Grand Opening Ceremony.

The event officially commenced as our respected teachers cut the ribbon, symbolizing the start of a fest filled with enthusiasm, teamwork, and healthy competition. What made the moment even more special was seeing our teachers actively participate in the games, sharing smiles and friendly competitive spirit with the students. Their involvement truly elevated the excitement of the ceremony.

The atmosphere was filled with cheers, enthusiasm, and unity as students gathered to celebrate not just sports, but community spirit. From vibrant décor to smooth management, every detail reflected the dedication and teamwork behind the scenes.

Beautifully organized by the IIM Literary Society, the opening ceremony set the perfect tone for an unforgettable Sports Fest 2026 — a celebration of energy, passion, and togetherness.

15/02/2026

Get ready for Sports Day 2026! Register now and join the fun! The event will take place on 16, 17, and 18 Feb at 9:00 AM. Compete in exciting games like Balloon Burst, Ludo, Badminton, 3 Leg Race, Musical Chair, and Tug of War. Entry is through Gate No 4, Geography Department Corridor. Don't forget, no registration means no entry! Let's make Sports Day smooth, fun, and unforgettable!

12/02/2026

Institute of Information Management, University of the Punjab, in collaboration with The Pak Innovation Network (PIN), successfully conducted an insightful workshop on E-commerce, Graphic designing and Marketing, organaized by IIM Literary Society on 11 February 2026 at the Institute of Information Management (IIM).

The session began with Ms. Ayesha, CEO of PIN, who introduced her company, shared information about its innovative programs and courses, and highlighted opportunities for students to enhance their skills.

The workshop featured:

Zain Nadeem, a Sales & E-commerce expert who actively engaged the attendees with interactive and fun activities, making complex concepts of online selling easy to understand.
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Usama Ehsan, UX/UI & Graphic Design mentor, guided students through the fundamentals of graphic designing and user experience, sharing practical tips and real-world examples to help them create visually appealing and user-friendly designs.

Dr. Shafiq ur Rehman, Director of IIM, thanked the audience for their participation and encouraged students to focus on developing their skills.

Dr. Muhammed Rafiq, IIM Students Affairs Coordinator, appreciated the efforts of the IIM Literary Society, spoke about PIN’s initiatives, and highlighted the importance of such workshops for student development.

Certificates of participation were awarded to all attendees, recognizing their engagement and commitment to learning.

The workshop successfully empowered students with practical knowledge and skills, preparing them for digital entrepreneurship and creative ventures.

10/02/2026

The seminar From Records to Discovery: Metadata Creation Best Practices in LUMS Library opens with Dr. Alia Arshad welcoming attendees and introducing the event’s focus on transforming records into discoverable resources through metadata best practices. She then introduces the guest speaker, Mr. Imran Siddiqui, Librarian at LUMS, highlighting his expertise in metadata management. Mr. Siddiqui begins by explaining the seminar’s objective: showing how effective metadata turns raw records into accessible library resources. He defines metadata as structured information like title, author, and date that makes resources searchable and manageable, emphasizing its role in improving searchability, resource sharing, and preservation. The presentation walks through LUMS’s metadata workflow involving data capture, standardization using schemas such as Dublin Core or MARC21, quality control, and system integration. He showcases best practices including controlled vocabularies, interoperability, and regular audits, and shares a LUMS case study where metadata redesign increased resource discovery by 30%. Challenges like legacy data and inconsistent standards are discussed with solutions of unified frameworks and staff training. A Q&A session follows, allowing audience questions on metadata implementation. The seminar closes with Dr. Arshad thanking Mr. Siddiqui and summarizing key takeaways on refining metadata for better discovery, inviting attendees to further discussion and refreshments.

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