ISLAMABAD: The 13th Media Festival was held under the auspices of the Department of Media Sciences at Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology-SZABIST (Islamabad Campus).
The festival was inaugurated by the esteemed Federal Minister for National Heritage and Culture, Jamal Shah, accompanied by Campus Head Khusrav Parvez.
Notable university officials, along with students, attended the event, where they toured all stalls, praised creative works, and acknowledged students’ exceptional skills.
The occasion highlighted the importance of practical work alongside academic studies to better prepare students for professional life.
The Department of Media Sciences- SZABIST, with its unique focus on blending educational and creative abilities, provided ample opportunities for practical application in the field of Media.
Students showcased creative works related to various media genres, including models of arts, music, videos, drama, and cultural exhibits. A special fashion show related to the showbiz and fashion industry was also organized, allowing students to demonstrate their professional skills.
The festival aimed to introduce new perspectives and dimensions in various life domains. The emphasis on practical skills acquisition in all subjects was a significant aspect of the festival.
Students demonstrated their creative works through various models in film, journalism, TV, radio, art, and other related fields. The festival brought renowned names from the industry, who appreciated the students’ efforts in showcasing their talents through short films, drama, photography, cultural models, documentaries, and paintings.
Each project presented at the festival reflected sensitivity and skill, portraying students’ hard work, teamwork, management, and enthusiasm for their respective fields.
The festival served as a platform for interaction with professionals from film, journalism, TV, radio, art, and other fields. Professionals emphasized the importance of such initiatives in fostering creativity during students’ education, providing a golden opportunity to showcase their abilities.
The projects exhibited at the Media Festival were created with such finesse that each model was an example in itself. Students expressed their passion for art, having started with minimal knowledge and now creating imaginative concepts like seasoned experts.
The Media Festival not only celebrated students’ accomplishments but also aimed to boost their confidence and provide them with opportunities to gain practical skills essential for their professional lives.
Participation from industry experts in the Media Festival, organized by the Shaheed Zulfikar Ali Bhutto Institute of Science and Technology, is commendable as it not only enhances students’ mental acumen but also helps them understand the professional environment from the beginning.
The festival serves as a model for all universities to transform classroom environments into practical training grounds, offering opportunities for students to present practical examples along with their textbooks.
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