SAHIWAL – The University of Sahiwal has announced the promotion of Dr. Shabbir Jaan to the rank of Associate Professor (BPS-20) in the Department of English.
The elevation marks a significant milestone in Dr. Shabbir Jaan’s academic career and highlights the university’s commitment to recognizing faculty excellence.
The formal notification of the promotion was shared following a meeting with the university’s top leadership. Dr. Shabbir Jaan expressed his profound gratitude to the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Dr. Javaid Akhtar, and the Registrar, Syed Ghulam Ali Asghar, for their continued trust and administrative support during the evaluation process.
A Journey of Academic Excellence
Dr. Shabbir Jaan, a PhD graduate from Nanjing University, China, attributed his success to a rigorous academic journey supported by world-class mentors. In a statement released following the announcement, he extended special thanks to:
* Professor Dr. Zhu Gang (Nanjing University)
* Dr. Amra Raza and Dr. Rizwan Akhtar (University of the Punjab)
* Professor Siddiqui (University of the Punjab)
“Alhamdulillah, I am pleased to share that I have been elevated to the next cadre. I am sincerely thankful to my parents for their prayers and my teachers for their unwavering guidance,” Dr. shabbir Jaan stated.
University of Sahiwal on the Rise
This promotion comes at a time of significant growth for the University of Sahiwal. Under the leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Javaid Akhtar, the institution has recently achieved its first-ever ranking in the QS Asia University Rankings, placing among the top 1,000 universities in Asia.
The addition of highly qualified Associate Professors like Dr. Jaan is expected to further strengthen the Department of English and enhance the university’s research output.
Community and Student Support
The news has been met with warm congratulations from the academic community, colleagues, and students alike. Dr. Shabbir Jaan acknowledged the “encouragement, support, and prayers” from his near and dear ones, noting that the collective support of the university environment played a crucial role in his professional advancement.