Events

Sargodha, 05 June 2023-The College of Agriculture (COA), University of Sargodha organized an awareness walk and Training Workshop on World Environment Day in collaboration with the American Embassy and Pakistan-U.S. Alumni Network (PUAN) on Monday.
The event aimed to raise awareness about the urgent need for environmental protection, cultivate responsibility among students, and empower them to take an active role in combating the challenges posed by climate change.
The walk was led by the Dean Faculty of Agriculture Prof. Dr. Athar Nadeem with students, faculty members, and Pak-U.S Alumni representatives carrying banners and placards displaying messages to address environmental challenges and work towards a greener future for Pakistan.
Following the walk, Dr. Athar Nadeem, along with Dr. Salma Anwar, President of Pak.US Alumni Network, and Prof. Dr. Zafar Hayyat, planted saplings on the college lawn, symbolizing the dedication to environmental conservation.
Environmental experts and scientists delivered insightful presentations, sharing their expertise and highlighting the impacts of climate change on local ecosystems and livelihoods.
Speaking at the occasion, Prof. Dr. Athar Nadeem stressed the importance of promoting afforestation as a crucial step toward a greener future.
He said ‘’as an institution of higher learning of agriculture, our responsibility is to protect the environment and contribute to the well-being of Pakistan’’.
The Principal of Agriculture College, Prof. Dr. Zafar Hayyat highlighted the crucial point of environmental dangers in Pakistan and emphasized the need for ensuring environmental protection through concrete actions.