**NCA Vice Chancellor Prof. Dr. Murtaza Jafri Celebrates Creative Excellence at UMT Graduate Thesis Exhibition 2025**
Vice Chancellor of the National College of Arts (NCA), Prof. Dr. Murtaza Jafri, attended the 2025 Graduate Thesis Exhibition at the University of Management and Technology’s School of Design and Textiles as Chief Guest, commending UMT for its significant role in advancing creative education in Pakistan. The event brought together industry leaders, educators, and aspiring designers, spotlighting the achievements of graduating students and the impact of private universities on the nation’s design sector.
Prof. Dr. Jafri was joined by Ms. Bushra Saeed, Additional Registrar of NCA, and both were warmly welcomed by UMT’s Rector, Dr. Asif Raza, and Prof. Dr. Mumtaz Hasan Malik, Dean of the School of Design and Textiles. The exhibition showcased the final thesis projects of 186 graduating students from the disciplines of Graphic Design, Interior Design, Fashion Design, and Textile Design, reflecting the breadth of talent and innovation cultivated at the school.
During his visit, Prof. Dr. Jafri highlighted the vital contributions of private universities in Pakistan’s higher education landscape. He noted that institutions like UMT provide essential avenues for students who may not find placements in public universities, thereby enriching academic diversity and accessibility. Dr. Jafri praised UMT’s sustained commitment to nurturing creative talent, emphasizing the importance of academic rigor, aesthetic development, and innovative thinking.
The exhibition drew considerable interest from faculty, peers, and industry professionals, presenting works characterized by artistic flair, technical mastery, and engagement with contemporary social themes. Prof. Dr. Jafri lauded the standard of the student projects and encouraged graduates to pursue their creative passions purposefully and with resilience.
The event served as both a platform for celebrating individual student achievement and a testament to the School of Design and Textiles’ role in shaping the future of Pakistan’s creative industries. With a focus on professional readiness and interdisciplinary collaboration, the school continues to produce graduates poised to make meaningful contributions to the country’s evolving creative economy.
