The Textile Institute of Pakistan recently hosted a spectacular three-day event, the Degree
Show 2024, where the graduating students of the Textile Design Technology Program
showcased their remarkable thesis projects. Held at the institute’s Display Centre from June 1,
2024, a Saturday, the event drew significant attention from industry leaders, textile recruiters,
and distinguished guests.
A Platform for Excellence
The exhibition, which was open to the public and the textile industry, provided a platform for
students to present their innovative designs and research. The jury, comprising esteemed
industry professionals, included:
- Urooj Mughal, Deputy General Manager at Ideas
- Jawad Mehmood, Planning and Marketing Head at Cambridge.
- Imrana Shahryar, Owner at U & I and Visiting Faculty at AIFD.
- Faiza Khan, Design Head at Bonanza.
Their expert evaluations and constructive feedback were invaluable to the students, highlighting
the strengths and potential areas for improvement in their work.
Distinguished Guests and Industry Leaders
The event was graced by notable guests who praised the creativity and dedication of the
institute’s students. Among them were:
- Professor Asma Faraz, Head of Design Department TMUC.
- Ahmar Abbas, Coordinator of BSFD TMUC.
- Alishba Pervaiz, Coordinator of HND TMUC.
- Maria Akhtar, Head of R&D, International Textiles.
- Muhammad Ibrahim, Director of Export Marketing, Gul Ahmed.
- Taha Pardesi, Director, Fortune Rags Pvt Ltd., Giga Textile Pvt Ltd., Pacific Rags Pvt Ltd.
- Shameen Khan, General Manager Marketing, Lucky One.
- Baber Sultan, Director, Artistic Milliners.
- Marylou D’Mello, Sr. Manager, Talent Acquisition, Artistic Milliners.
These industry leaders commended the students for their innovative designs and thorough
research. They also provided valuable insights on how the students could further enhance their
skills and make a significant impact in the textile industry.
Celebrating Success
The event was a resounding success, filled with pride and appreciation for the hard work and
creativity displayed by the graduating students. The President of the institute, Mr. Zubair
Bandukda, and the Dean, Mr. Abdul Jabbar, were instrumental in bringing the exhibition back
to campus and ensuring its success. Their dedication to academic excellence and student
support was evident throughout the event.
Special acknowledgment was given to the dedicated Event Management Team, whose efforts
ensured the smooth running of the show, and to the esteemed board members present:
- Mr. Nadeem Maqbool, CEO of Suraj Cotton Mills Limited.
- Prof. Shehnaz Ismail, Professor Emeritus, Indus Valley School and Board of Director
The overwhelmingly positive feedback from alumni, parents, families, and guests highlighted the
incredible dedication of the institute’s faculty. A special applause went to Ms. Shaheen Khan,
Program Coordinator at the Design Department, and Ms. Saadia Saad, Assistant Professor, for
their exceptional leadership and academic guidance. Their mentorship significantly elevated the
quality and depth of the student’s work
Showcasing Talent
The Degree Show 2024 featured the outstanding work of the following graduating students, who
impressed all attendees with their creativity and innovation:
- Alishba Huda
- Aqsa Sohail Qureshi
- Fasiha Noor
- Hareem Ghulam Samdani
- Ilhaam Abdul Wahid
- Kiyan Ali
- Maheen Aijaz Hussain
- Marium Ali Baig
- Mozaina Sajjad
- Ramla Zuberi
- Sara Aziz
- Summaya Urooj
- Tahira Aleem
- Aniqa Wajahat
- Areeba Zameer
- Fatima Waseem
- Hira Bano
- Iman Fatima
- Konain Zehra
- Maira Akbar
- Marium Amir Ghani
- Nimra
- Romeela Mazhar
- Semal Fatima
- Syeda Jaweria Jaffry
- Tasneem Jafar us Sadiq
- Anusha Akbar Ali
- Ayesha Imran Rathore
- Fizza Abbas
- Ifra Nasir
- Isra Mairaj
- Maha Akram
- Manahil Afaq
- Minahil Kamran
- Noor ul Aiman
- Saira Soomro
- Sofia Samad
- Syeda Sahaab Ali
- Tooba Rauf
These students presented a diverse array of projects that not only demonstrated their technical
skills but also their ability to address contemporary challenges in textile design.
Moving Forward
The Textile Institute of Pakistan is immensely proud of its graduating students. Their remarkable
achievements and innovative designs showcased during the Degree Show 2024 are a
testament to their hard work and the excellent education they received. The institute extends its
heartfelt congratulations to all the graduates and wishes them the best of luck in their future
endeavors. The institute remains committed to nurturing the next generation of textile designers
and industry leaders.
Congratulations to the Class of 2024! You have accomplished something truly remarkable,
and we look forward to seeing your future contributions to the textile industry.