LCWU hosts first industrial open house to empower women in STEM

(Web Desk): Lahore College for Women University (LCWU), through its Office of Research, Innovation, and Commercialization (ORIC), successfully hosted its first-ever Industrial Open House 2025—a landmark event aimed at strengthening academia-industry linkages and empowering women in STEM and allied disciplines.

The event featured over 50 interdisciplinary student projects representing LCWU’s seven faculties and its Khadija-tul-Kubra Business Incubation Center (K-BIC).

These innovative displays ranged from tech-driven solutions and sustainable initiatives to cultural explorations and health-focused products, reflecting the university’s commitment to practical learning, entrepreneurship, and community impact.

The event welcomed esteemed guests from various professional sectors who engaged with students both on-site and virtually, sharing valuable feedback and fostering opportunities for collaboration.

Under the visionary leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Uzma Qureshi, the event was made possible through the efforts of Director ORIC Prof. Dr. Faiza Saleem and her team, including Dr. Faiza Iftikhar, Dr. Moneeba Iftikhar, Dr. Nudra Malik, Ms. Saima Gulzar, and Ms. Salaha Shaukat.

With strong support from departmental focal persons, student volunteers, and administrative staff, LCWU’s Industrial Open House 2025 served as a dynamic platform to bridge education with enterprise and highlight women’s academic excellence as a driving force for inclusive, sustainable development.