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SARGODHA, Dec 19 (APP): The Department of Sociology & Criminology, University of Sargodha hosted an International Conference on Interdisciplinary Perspectives in Social Sciences (ICIPSS-2025) bringing together leading national and international scholars to discuss emerging trends, challenges, and innovations in social sciences.
Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas graced the event as chief guest along with guests of honor Prof. Dr. Masood Sarwar Awan Pro Vice Chancellor, Ms. Kainat Raza Director Shamim Industries, and Ms. Shiza Ranjha CEO Sargodha Enclave. The conference was attended by international keynote speakers including Prof. Dr. Fayyaz Hussain, Michigan State University, USA; Dr. Mudassar Mustafa, University of West Florida, USA; and Prof. Dr. Nuran Erol Isik, Ege University, Türkiye; along with National speakers from leading Pakistani Universities.
A total of 51 peer reviewed papers were presented in the conference. The research contributions were structured around four major themes: Crime, Justice, Policing, and Governance; Gender, Inequality, Marginalization, and Social Justice; Youth, Education, Media, and Social Behavior; and Environment, Climate Change, Sustainability, and Technological Innovation.
Addressing the participants, Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas emphasized the importance of interdisciplinary research in understanding and addressing complex social issues. He highlighted that such academic forums play a vital role in promoting critical thinking, innovation, and global academic collaboration,
In his remarks, Chairman Department of Sociology & Criminology Prof. Dr. Khawar Mushtaq outlined the objectives of the conference, stating that ICIPSS-2025 aimed to promote collaborative scholarship, evidence-based dialogue, and cross-disciplinary research to address pressing social concerns at national and global levels.
Ms. Kainat Raza appreciated the visionary leadership of Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Qaisar Abbas and credited him with cultivating a progressive academic environment and strengthening the University of Sargodha’s national and international standing.