LAHORE: The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) has announced to open its campus from February 1 as per the Higher Education Commission (HEC) guidelines.
Students protested outside LUMS to press their demands as the university was reluctant to open the campus.
LUMS spokesperson said the classes will resume with strict SOPS. However, only up to 30 percent of students can attend practical classes.
The spokesperson said that the students from low-income families who do not have internet connectivity will be given proper care.
Arrangements are made for registered students for lab classes. The government issued revised instructions about the opening of the university. The university will comply with the government’s instructions. They will include no more than 30% of enrolled students to stay on campus while following strict Covid-19 SOPs. In addition, every effort for the accommodation of students who belong to low-income households, or those who have a lack of internet connectivity or proper devices for online education is made.
Accommodation for students who registered for labs and in-person classes, as well as those with other special conditions is made. Students who faced unusual difficulties are provided necessary support by the senior administration. Despite the seriousness of the second wave and the new strains of the Covid-19 virus, LUMS is doing its part well. LUMS is attentive to the situation, facing the pandemic, and is following the government’s instructions. Students who faced difficulties are provided necessary support by the administration.
About LUMS
Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS) is a private research university located in Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan. Dr. Zahid Rahim founded LUMS in 1984. With advice from the Harvard Business School and a $10 million grant from USAID, it established a graduate business school in 1986. The university has since then expanded; launched a liberal art undergraduate school in 1994, an engineering school in 2008, a law school in 2004, and an education school in 2017.