GCU PAYS TRIBUTE TO LATE PROF. SHAHID HUSSIAN

The GC University Lahore Philosophy Department on Tuesday, organized a condolence reference in the memory of the late Prof. Shahid Hussian, ex-Dean of Arts and Head of Philosophy Department Government College Lahore, and paid tribute to the commendable services that he rendered during his 40-year stay at the GC Lahore. Vice Chancellor Prof. (Meritorious) Dr. M. Khaleeq-ur-Rahman; Izaz-I-Kamal chaired the reference while Prof. Dr. Mehdi Hassan, Prof. Mirza Ather Baig, the wife and son the late Prof. Shahid Hussain also spoke on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Khaleeq-ur-Rahman said that Late Dr. Shahid was a man of commitment and conviction and the University would follow the great traditions set by him as the head of GC Philosophy Department. Dr. Mehdi Hassan said that Pakistan needs philosophers like Prof. Shahid as “we are living in cultural, ideological and philosophical vacuum.” He said that science is necessary for the development of a country, but social sciences and liberal arts are crucial for making a group of people a civilized nation.  Mirza Ather Baig shed light on research and creative work of Prof. Shahid. A large number of students of the late Prof. Shahid Hussian also attended the condolence reference.

(26-10-2011)

Mr. azam Khan Look after the Department

The Vice Chancellor has been pleased to appoint Mr. Azam Khan, Assistant Professor of Philosophy Department, will look after the Department of Philosophy.

Order No. EA-I/101-13/11

(11-04-2011)

GCU initiates MPhil Philosophy

GC University Lahore has announced initiating MPhil program in Philosophy. The decision was taken at a meeting with Vice Chancellor Dr Khalid Aftab in the chair. The two years MPhil program to be started in September 2010 and will comprise of eight courses besides research.

(26-04-2010)

Dr H. ALI Yurtsever delivers A lecture ON THE THOUGHTS OF Fathullah Gulen AT GCU 

Niagara Educational Services Instructional Coordinator Dr H Ali Yurtsever laid stress on holding interfaith and intercultural dialogues across the globe to promote peace and harmony. There are a lot of misconceptions about Muslims which are needed to be addressed and dialogues with non-Muslims are the best way to preach them the true spirit of Islam,” the Turkish scholar said this while addressing a colloquium at the GC University Lahore. The colloquium was aimed at discussing the thoughts of noted Turkish-based Muslim Scholar Mr Fathullah Gulen on his initiative ‘Civic Services without Borders’. He also highlighted the importance of intrafaith dialogues in Pakistan to end conflicts among the people of various sects, saying that ignorance, poverty and disunity are the three biggest enemies of Muslims. He said love and tolerance are the most essential spiritual sources which can prevent both social and individual conflicts before they are born. Terror cannot survive in a society, in which individuals have accomplished their inner peace, accept others as they are, with their personal thoughts and values and respect their individuality.

In reply to a question, Dr H. Ali Yurtsever said that for Muslims the democracy is most viable political system in the present times as it does not clash with the preaching of Holy Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). “Democracy is a process of consultation and the Prophet (PBUH) promoted consultation in all the matters of his life,” he added. He said that Fethullah Gullen has not left these principles as unattainable theories. Educational institutions established by thousands of his admirers, interfaith and intercultural dialogue meetings and award ceremonies have proved to be concrete steps taken to promote world peace.

Prof Mirza Ather Baig Chairperson Philosophy Department GCU also spoke on the occasion.

(04-02-2010)

BRETT PHILOSOPHY SOCIETY ORGANIZES EXHIBITION ON 'HISTORY OF CIVILIZATIONS'

The ancient civilizations from Greek to Romans and Islamic to European Friday ‘clashed’ at the GC University at the art exhibition and contest on the ‘History of Civilizations’. It was organised by the Brett Philosophy Society and more than 100 students took part in the contest.

Model homes and buildings of various ancient civilizations including Babylonian, Islamic, Chinese, Indus Valley, Egyptian, Greek, Roman Goddesses, salves and citizens of Athens and Vedic were displayed.

Models of Civilizations of Indus Valley, Chinese, and Babylonian were clinched 1st, 2nd and 3rd positions respectively. The model of Khanah Kaba remained the Centre of attraction at the exhibition. Instructors of GCU History of Civilization and Philosophy were also present on the occasion.         

Later, Dr. Khalid Pervaiz and Dr Farhat gave away prizes to the winners of the competition.

 (23-01-2010)