Alumni-in-Media Bridge Session Connects SZABIST Media Sciences Students with Industry Insights

Islamabad, : SZABIST Media Sciences, in collaboration with IRADA and IMS under the CoMET initiative, organized an engaging Alumni-in-Media Bridge Session featuring journalist and MS Media Sciences alumnus Muhammad Aalijah Fareed Khan.

The session provided students with an opportunity to connect with an accomplished alumnus and gain practical insights into the evolving media industry. Sharing his professional journey, Muhammad Aalijah Fareed Khan discussed his transition from traditional journalism to digital media and YouTube, highlighting how technological advancements continue to reshape the media landscape.

During the discussion, he explored the emerging challenges and opportunities for today’s media professionals and emphasized the importance of continuously developing new skills to remain relevant in a rapidly changing industry. He also highlighted the growing significance of digital platforms and the evolving ways audiences consume and engage with media content.

The interactive session covered several essential aspects of modern media practice, including research, storytelling, interviewing, audience engagement, and digital content creation. Students gained valuable insights into how these skills contribute to building successful media careers and creating meaningful content across different platforms.

Students actively participated in the discussion, engaged with the speaker, and explored ways to connect their academic learning with real-world professional opportunities. The session provided a valuable platform for knowledge exchange, career guidance, and interaction between alumni and current students.

The Alumni-in-Media Bridge Session reflects SZABIST Media Sciences’ commitment to strengthening alumni engagement, promoting industry-academia connections, and preparing students for the changing demands of the media industry. Through initiatives under the CoMET initiative, the department continues to create meaningful learning opportunities that bridge academic knowledge with professional experience.