Alumni at SHU

“In today’s edition of the Salim Habib University Career Placement & Industrial Liaison Office’s Backpack to Briefcase Series of Alumni Success Stories, we feature Laviza, a Computer Science graduate of the Class of 2022, who is now a Cybersecurity Analyst at British Telecom. Here’s what she has to say about her journey: “Hi, I’m Laviza, and my success story is as unique as my name. While many focus on impressive GPAs and balancing part-time jobs with studies, I embrace a deeper aspect – resilience in the face of failure. During my degree at Salim Habib University, I faced the challenge of failing in three courses, but was able to get back up on my feet due to an unwavering belief in my abilities and unending support from my teachers and mentors. I persisted, refusing to give up on my goals. Despite a dream to study abroad, personal reasons led me to study in Pakistan, and I do not regret it one bit, as SHU played a crucial role in my journey. Now here I am 5 years later, with a Pakistani degree, working for one of the UK’s largest firms. Here at British Telecom, I work with people from all around the world, which has made immense contributions to my growth and learning. To reach my current position, I dedicated myself wholeheartedly, stayed motivated, and maintained unshakable self-belief. And this my friend, is just the start of my success story.”

“In today’s installment of the Salim Habib University Career Placement & Industrial Liaison Office’s Backpack to Briefcase Series of Alumni Success Stories, we feature Aaisha Siddiqua, a Doctor of Pharmacy graduate of the Class of 2022, who now works as a Quality Assurance Officer at Hamdard Pakistan. Here’s what Aaisha has to say about her journey: “Throughout my lifetime, I have always urged myself to be the best version of myself. Luckily, as a student, I have always been granted with the best opportunities in terms of academics. I first studied at St. Joseph’s Convent High School and then continued in St. Joseph’s College as a Science student. I then continued my education as a Pharm D student at Salim Habib University. I loved being a part of this University and getting the multiple platforms it provided to me to face my fears and to explore myself and my skills. The best part of academics at SHU was exposure to the corporate world through internships in renowned pharmaceuticals such as Indus Pharma, Martin Dow, and Barrett Hodgson Pakistan. This helped me gain experience of the corporate world and bridged the gaps between studies and the practical field. Having experienced such a career-oriented environment, I was successful in securing the position of QA Officer in Hamdard Pakistan, which is a major success for me. Special credit goes to my mentors for grooming me and my personality in such an honourable manner, for which I will always be grateful to them. I also thank the Career Placement & Industrial Liaison Office at SHU, which organized the Career Connect 1.23 job fair through which I was able to secure my current placement, and for the Office’s support and facilitation.”

“My years at Salim Habib University were beautiful. The university, its faculty, my fellow students, and my friends made my journey from student life to professional life so smooth. The Doctor of Pharmacy program not only taught me the ins and outs of the field but also gave me the hands-on experience I needed. Thanks to SHU, I was able to successfully secure a job as Management Trainee at Herbion, and I couldn’t be happier about how well-prepared I feel for the real world!”

“Today’s edition of Backpack to Briefcase: Alumni Success Stories, an initiative of the Salim Habib University Career Placement & Industrial Liaison Office, features Sohail Rehman, a Doctor of Pharmacy graduate of the Class of 2022, who has joined GSK Pakistan as a Quality Assurance Officer. Here’s what Sohail has to say about his journey from campus life to corporate life: “As I embarked on my journey through university life, I found myself filled with a mixture of excitement and trepidation. On one hand, I was eager to dive headfirst into the world of higher education and all that it has to offer – the challenging coursework, the diverse student body, and the endless opportunities for personal and professional growth. On the other hand, I was also well aware of the many challenges ahead – the long hours spent studying and the heavy workload, the pressure to succeed academically, and the ever-present competition for jobs and internships. Salim Habib University and the Faculty of Pharmacy always helped me out with academic and extracurricular activities at every step. Furthermore, participating in student clubs and organizations during my university years was one of the most valuable experiences I have had. Being a part of PharmDeeS (SHU’s Pharmacy Departmental Society) not only helped me develop my leadership skills, communication, teamwork skills, and sense of responsibility, but also allowed me to explore and discover new interests and passions. Being a part of student clubs also helped me become a more well-rounded person by exposing me to different perspectives and cultures.”