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German Academician visits PU
German Academician visits PU


LAHORE: (Thursday, November 8, 2018): Renowned German academician and cross-cultural dialogue expert Mr. Peter-Josef Boeck visited Institute of Social & Cultural Studies on the invitation of Director, ISCS. Mr. Boeck had a courtesy meeting with Prof. Dr. Niaz Ahmed Akther, Vice Chancellor, University of the Punjab on 08.11.2018.

A week ago, Mr. Boeck arrived in Punjab University to deliver lectures on civilizational dialogue and historical processes of Euro-Asian interaction. Mr. Boeck appreciated the peaceful academic environment of University of the Punjab and its wonderful environment-friendly green campus. Mr. Boeck also stated that students of Punjab University especially female students are very intelligent and inquisitive. He stressed the need that Pakistan should further invest in its young population as it is the most precious and valuable resource of the country. The VC stated that he greatly value the scholarly contribution of Mr. Boeck to University’s academic life. Prof. Dr. Rubeena Zakar, Director, Institute of Social & Cultural Studies was also present in the meeting.