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Kinnaird College for Women

About kinnaird college for women.

Founded in 1913, Lahore-based KCW claims to be "South Asia’s premier women’s institution".

It also refers to itself as “More than a college: a community enriched by the spirit of inquiry that kindles in the student.”

At its foundation, it was the only liberal arts college for women in pre-Partition Punjab. Now in Pakistan, it occupies the campus to which it moved in 1926, and which by 1939 had grown to more than 20 acres. It has distinctive period buildings and numerous trees, including the famed “Big Tree" at its centre.

It aims to be "A centre of excellence for the education of women, offering academic programmes of international standards and engaging in research and service that supports the development of new knowledge, ideas and social responsibility. This is in recognition and continuation of the reputation the College has of being the most prominent and prestigious institute for women in Pakistan.”

Its 3,300 students are educated across faculties of applied science and business studies; art, design and media studies; biological and life sciences; language, literature and education; physics and earth sciences; and social science and law. New courses include a master’s degrees in accounting and finance, and a master’s degree in English literature.

In order to graduate, students must take part in the Active Citizenship programme initiated in 2015. Other recent developments include the International Centre for Pakistani Writing in English, set up in 2014, and the college archive centre, set up in 2016 and now home to 28,000 images recording the history of the college.

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Dr. Rukhsana is currently serving as a principal in Kinnaird College for Women, a well-recognized and prestigious institute. She has been affiliated with the field of education for more than 30 years with her endless efforts and contributions. Apart from her tremendous leadership qualities some of her notable achievements include representing Kinnaird at various forums e.g. the International Conference on Women Empowerment held in Philippines, planning the curriculum for the 4 years Bachelor of Fine Arts program and setting up the Fine Arts Department according to the semester system at Kinnaird College for Women, winning National Cultural Award for Minorities in Art and a Gold Medal for first position in Masters.

She is currently the member of board of governors for internationally recognized educational institutes as Forman Christian College, National College of Arts and a PHD program in Lahore College for women. She has also served as a director in Tourism Development Corporation of Pakistan, Lahore.

Dr. David has attended various leadership certification programs such as Vice Chancellors Leadership Training Program for Higher Education Commission in collaboration with British Council in Glasgow, UK and Certified course in leadership training from Harvard Boston, US.

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What inspired you to work in this field?

Therapeutic radiography is a brilliant mix of science, technical ability and patient care. The diverse skills needed to thrive in this role mean the work is always challenging and always rewarding. It’s a profession that never stands still and we are used to implementing constant technological advances and improvements. This endless cycle of change and progress means our problem-solving abilities are second to none. But for me, the real reward comes from interaction with patients and their families. Radiotherapy treatment is usually delivered daily and can last anything up to eight weeks, so we really get to know people well during their time with us. We help to guide them through what can often be some of the most challenging times of their life. I think this shared experience is what makes the job so special and so fulfilling.

How is Radiography impacting healthcare today?

A day rarely goes by without news reports of another ‘ground-breaking’ new treatment for cancer. This constant focus on innovation can sometimes overshadow the reality that for the majority of patients, radiotherapy and surgery offer the best outcomes. Radiotherapy is the workhorse of cancer care with nearly half of people receiving radiation treatment at some point in their pathway.  Highly focused modern techniques mean we are successfully treating more people than ever. We are equipped with a vast array of tools including photons, protons, gamma rays, electrons and radioactive isotopes. This year has seen the opening of the UCLH Proton Beam Centre offering world-class treatment for paediatric, brain and head and neck cancers. Roles are also changing and expanding to meet the new challenges of a modern health service. We have consultant radiographers managing their own patient workloads, researchers focused on refining the latest techniques and advanced practitioners offering expert support in specialist roles.

What’s the most exciting development in the field?

There is growing recognition that the one-size-fits-all approach to care is no longer enough. Treatment and support are increasingly being tailored to individual patients. Radiotherapy delivery is adapted and modified from day-to-day, minute-to-minute and even second-to-second. Plans are modified and adjusted in real time to track tumour and organ movement. And sophisticated new imaging techniques allow us to visualise targets more precisely than ever. This commitment to personalised care is also being seen in the support we offer to patients before, during and after treatment. There is an increasing focus on prehabilitation, rehabilitation and the management of long-term side effects. Support services are growing and adapting to ensure that improvements in patient survival outcomes are matched by improvements in quality of life.

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2025 Best Graduate Schools

Article by UDaily Staff Photo by Evan Krape April 09, 2024

UD programs remain among the best in the nation, according to U.S. News and World Report

In the 2025 edition of Best Graduate Schools , U.S. News and World Report ranked the University of Delaware's graduate programs among the best in the nation.

“As we continue to enhance and expand our excellent graduate programs to meet the needs of our students and society, it is gratifying to see the expertise and hard work of our faculty and staff nationally recognized,” said UD President Dennis Assanis. “We are proud of the positive impact that our graduate students are making on the world, and we look forward to even greater successes ahead empowered by their UD education.”     

UD’s consistently top-ranked physical therapy program remained in the top three nationwide. This is the first year U.S. News and World Report ranked speech-language pathology programs with UD’s inaugural ranking at #32.

“Excellent graduate preparation is central to the University of Delaware's mission as a world-class research institution," said Louis Rossi, dean of UD’s Graduate College and vice provost for graduate and professional education. "Our graduate programs are producing the thinkers, leaders and innovators who are tackling the world's greatest challenges. We are excited about these rankings, which indicate their excellence."

Physical Therapy, 2

Non-profit Management, 16 (up from 23)

Public Management and Leadership, 18 (up from 23)

Public Finance and Budgeting, 21

Speech-Language Pathology, 32

Education Schools, 34

Public Affairs Schools, 34

Computer Science, 70 (up from 77)

Nursing: Master's, 79 (up from 82)

Nursing: Doctor of Nursing Practice, 110

Part-Time MBA, 150

The preceding list only includes subject areas evaluated in this year's edition published to date. U.S. News and World Report has delayed the announcement of two programs that were slated to be included in the rankings: Best Engineering Schools and Programs, and Best Clinical Psychology Programs. The lists will be updated as soon as the data are available.

Other UD graduate programs have been ranked in previous years. The full listing of UD graduate programs ranked by U.S. News and World Report is available on the Institutional Research and Effectiveness Rankings  webpage . Please note the programs and specialties used by U.S. News might vary slightly from the names of degree programs used by UD.

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These are the best graduate school programs in Wisconsin, according to U.S. News & World

Top graduate schools in Wisconsin landed on the latest U.S. News & World Report list ranking more than 2,000 programs across the country. U.S. News & World Report published its 2024-'25 report in April, ranking graduate programs in business, education, law and nursing, among other fields.

University of Wisconsin-Madison's the School of Education tied for first overall with Teacher's College, Columbia University, according the report. That's up from third overall and second among public universities last year.

Several of Marquette University's graduate programs moved up on the list, including the master's program in the College of Nursing, which moved up from 66 to 58.

Schools were evaluated based on expert opinion and statistical data measuring the quality of the school's faculty, research and post-graduate outcomes. You can find the full list on the U.S. News website for graduate rankings on their website www.usnews.com/best-graduate-schools .

Top business graduate programs in Wisconsin:

• University of Wisconsin-Madison: #43

Top law graduate programs in Wisconsin:

• University of Wisconsin-Madison: #36 (tie)
• Marquette University: #68 (tie)

Top nursing graduate programs in Wisconsin:

• Marquette University: #58 (tie)
• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: #82 (tie)
• University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire: #107 (tie)
• University of Wisconsin- Oshkosh: #118
• Alverno College: #119 (tie)
• Milwaukee School of Engineering: #153-169

Top medical graduate programs in Wisconsin:

• University of Wisconsin-Madison: #35 (tie)

Top education graduate programs in Wisconsin:

• University of Wisconsin-Madison: #1 (tie)
• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: #169 (tie)
• Marquette University: #192

Top Engineering graduate programs in Wisconsin:

• University of Wisconsin-Madison: #27 (tie)
• Marquette University: #142 (tie)
• University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee: #177 (tie)

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Students Showcase Research at 3MT Competition

KENNESAW, Ga. | Apr 12, 2024

By Tracy Gaudlip

On Thursday, April 4, 2024, the Graduate College held its 9th annual 3-Minute Thesis competition (3MT), tasking master’s and doctoral students with presenting their research to a non-specialist audience within a strict three-minute timeframe.

William Reed, a master’s in exercise science student, clinched the top spot with his presentation titled “Kinetic and Kinematic Effects of Unilateral Flag Carrying on Referee Sprinting and Agility Performance.” Yongshuai Wu, currently pursuing a master’s in information technology, secured both the Runner-Up position and the People’s Choice award for his presentation titled “Autonomous Robots for Inventory Tasks in Unstructured Environments via Zero-Shot Imitation Learning.”

Reed’s presentation centered on the differences between normal sprinting motions and that of “flag-carrying” soccer referees. From his own experience he explained, “We referees have a distinct lack of research around us in comparison to the players we officiate, so finding a way to add to that limited research base was the goal. Referees receive very little assistance when it comes to specialized training, so working to analyze the intricacies of our own performance expectations led us to this premise of running with only one moving arm, as the flag must be carried in the other.” He added that while there is some research on the effects of restricting both arms in track athletes, none have looked at the effects of running with only one arm moving.

In addition to the 1080Sprint machine, he used tests standardized by soccer governing bodies to determine what kind of change flag-carrying has on running. He tracked kinetic data for each test and compared the tests within individuals. 

Now that the competition is over, Reed said he “feels a sense of calm” and is looking forward to the next challenge. 

Wu’s research delves into robotic reasoning, which involves training robots to mimic human behavior. To evaluate their methods, he explained that they chose robot radio-frequency identification (RFID) because it’s a challenging task for robots. This technology uses radio waves to identify and track tags attached to objects and is used in applications such as inventory management.

“The concept of RFID inventory is that each product will have an RFID tag, which can be scanned by a reader within a short distance. This is why we need to train the robot to approach those places where the products are located.”

Wu explained that grasping robotic reasoning can be daunting for those unfamiliar with robotics. “Summarizing this into a 3-minute presentation is tough,” he said. He opted to focus on key milestones rather than narrate the entire journey, and it turned out to be effective.

Reed was awarded $1,000 for his first-place presentation, while Wu earned $750 for second place and an additional $350 for winning the people’s choice award.

Dr. Amy Buddie, the Director of Undergraduate Research, along with Dr. Karin Scarpinato, the Vice President of Research, and Dr. Jessica Rudd, an alumna of KSU’s Ph.D. program, and a past 3MT champion who currently serves as Senior Data Engineer and Technical Lead at Intuit Mailchimp, were the judges for the competition.  

2024 3-Minute Thesis (3MT) Participants

• Kimberly Green, Ed.D. in Teacher Leadership , Faculty advisor: Dr. Nicholas Clegorne, Perceptions of the Differing Prepatory Needs of Teacher Leaders and Educational Leaders

• Lacey Harper, Master of Science in Exercise Science , Faculty advisor: Dr. Garrett Hester, The Power of the Mind to Enhance Strength Training Adaptations in Older Women

• Anthoanette Kommeh, Ph.D. in International Conflict Management , Faculty advisor: Dr. Christopher Pallas, The Impact of NGO Sensitivity to Local Gender Dynamics on Project Outcomes and Social Relations in Northern Ghana

• Srivastsa Mallapragada, Ph.D. Analytics and Data Science , Faculty advisor: Dr. Ying Xie, Multi-Modality Transformer for E-Commerce: Inferring User Purchase Intention to Bridge the Query-Product Gap

• William Reed, Master of Science in Exercise Science , Faculty advisor: Dr. Jacob Grazer, Kinetic and Kinematic Effects of Unilateral Flag Carrying on Referee Sprinting and Agility Performance

• Kimberly Wang, Master of Science in Information Technology , Faculty advisor: Dr. Chloe Yixin Xie, How Tiny Interactions in GPR56 Control Your Health?

• Yongshuai Wu, Master of Science in Information Technology , Faculty advisor: Dr. Shaoen Wu, Autonomous Robots for Inventory Tasks in Unstructured Environments via Zero-Shot Imitation Learning

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UNC-Chapel Hill graduate programs ranked among best in nation

U.S. News & World Report’s 2024 “Best Graduate Schools” list named multiple Carolina graduate degree programs in the top 10, including UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy at No. 1.

Numerous UNC-Chapel Hill graduate programs received high rankings – 20 were among the top 10 in the nation in their respective categories – as part of U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Graduate Schools” list.

For the third time in a row (2016, 2020 and 2024), UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy is the top pharmacy school in the U.S. The rankings are based on a survey of peers from accredited pharmacy schools across the country and are published every four years.

The Gillings School of Global Public Health was ranked second out of 213 schools and programs of public health in the U.S. for the seventh consecutive rankings period. The Gillings School has also maintained its position as the top public school of public health and has been ranked among the top schools and programs of public health by U.S. News since the magazine first ranked public health schools in 1987. U.S. News & World Report does not rank all graduate programs each year.

“Carolina’s graduate programs are exceptional, and it’s no surprise that our schools are ranked so highly among peer institutions by U.S. News and World Report, as well as other measures,” said UNC-Chapel Hill Interim Chancellor Lee H. Roberts. “Carolina is always proud to be recognized for our dedication to a world-class education. Every one of our graduate programs contributes to making us the leading public research university.”

Altogether, 23 programs increased their rankings, including multiple programs in the Gillings School of Global Public Health, School of Nursing, School of Education, Kenan-Flagler Business School and UNC School of Law.

“These rankings represent the hard work of our faculty, staff and students who are dedicated to moving Carolina forward through their incredible efforts each day,” said UNC-Chapel Hill Provost Chris Clemens. “It is gratifying to see this public recognition of their commitment to the mission of our graduate programs in research, teaching and public service. Even more than in the rankings, the proof of their work is the quality of our students and our passionate alumni who lead in so many fields.”

The School of Social Work moved up three spots in the latest rankings to a tie for fourth overall and is tied for second among public universities.

This year marks the first time since U.S. News & World Report began ranking law schools in 1987 that UNC School of Law has reached No. 20 out of 196 law schools. The UNC School of Law is also the seventh-ranked public law school.

Additional UNC-Chapel Hill rankings for 2024 follow.

Please note: Not all graduate programs are ranked by U.S. News & World Report every year. For a complete list of rankings for UNC-Chapel Hill, visit the U.S. News & World Report website .

UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy

Gillings school of global public health.

• First public, second overall

Specialty Areas

• Health Behavior, second
• Biostatistics, third
• Epidemiology, third
• Health Policy and Management, fourth
• Environmental Health Science, eighth

School of Social Work

• Tied for fourth

School of Nursing

• Nursing Schools, Master’s Programs, tied for eighth
• Nursing Schools – DNP Programs, tied for 17th
• Nursing Master’s, Administration/Management, fourth
• Nursing Master’s, Nurse Practitioner: Psychiatric/Mental Health, fourth
• Nursing Master’s, Nurse Practitioner: Family, tied for sixth
• Nursing DNP, Psychiatric/Mental Health, third
• Nursing DNP, Family, tied for sixth

UNC Kenan-Flagler Business School

• Tied for 20th
• Real Estate, ninth
• Accounting, tied for 13th
• Executive MBA, 14th
• Management, 16th
• Production Operations, 16th
• Finance, 20th
• Marketing, tied for 25th

UNC School of Education

• Tied for 25th
• Special Education, tied for 13th
• Elementary Teacher Education, tied for 14th
• Educational Psychology, tied for 15th
• Education Policy, tied for 16th
• Secondary Teacher Education, tied for 17th
• Educational Administration, tied for 17th
• Curriculum and Instruction, tied for 22nd

College of Arts and Sciences

Computer science.

• Overall, 27th

Public Affairs

• Overall, 39th (Master of Public Policy)

As part of the public affairs category, U.S. News and World Report ranked Carolina programs and specialty areas based in the School of Government and the College of Arts and Sciences’ department of public policy.

School of Government

• Public Affairs, 23rd (Master of Public Administration)
• Local Government Management, second
• Leadership, 10th
• Public Finance, 18th

UNC School of Law

• Legal Writing, tied for 20th
• Criminal Law, tied for 20th
• Tax Law, tied for 20th
• Business/Corporate Law, tied for 22nd
• Clinical Training, tied for 23rd
• Contracts/Commercial Law, 23rd
• Health Care Law, tied for 28th
• Constitutional Law, tied for 29th
• Environmental Law, tied for 45th
• International Law, tied for 52nd
• Intellectual Property Law, tied for 53rd
• Trial Advocacy, tied for 118th

UNC School of Medicine (additional Rankings will be available at a later date)

• Audiology, tied for third
• Occupational Therapy, fifth
• Physical Therapy, 11th
• Speech Language Pathology, 12th

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Broadway writer brings new comedy to PlayMakers

Fresh off the debut of her musical adaptation of “The Notebook,” Bekah Brunstetter ’04 will debut “The Game” in Chapel Hill.

Arts Everywhere Day set for April 12

The eighth annual campus-wide event celebrates artists creating in all mediums.

Are you ready to run, hide and fight/defend?

Active Shooter and Critical Incident Response training customizes emergency preparedness to your workspace.

EcoStudio matches Tar Heels with internships

Since 2018, the program has helped 466 students explore careers in environment and sustainability.

Morrison Art Studio provides place to create

In this video, learn how one student uses this residence hall space to pursue her passion outside the classroom.

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Travis and Jason Kelce ‘graduate’ from college during a surprise ceremony in Cincinnati

The Kelce brothers took their podcast to their alma mater this week and the live show ended with a surprise — a long-overdue college graduation ceremony at the University of Cincinnati.

Travis and Jason Kelce returned to the university Thursday night to record a live episode of their podcast, “New Heights,” in front of thousands of fans at the Fifth Third Arena.

The live taping concluded with a surprise graduation ceremony for the football stars, during which they were both dressed in the classic graduation cap and gown.

University of Cincinnati President Neville Pinto — also in traditional graduation garb — presented the brothers with their diplomas, the Cincinnati Enquirer reported . Their parents, Donna and Ed Kelce, and UC athletic director John Cunningham joined them onstage for the mini ceremony.

After hugging Pinto but before grabbing his diploma, Travis Kelce downed an entire beer as “Fight for Your Right” by The Beastie Boys blared over the arena’s speakers.

Jason Kelce attended UC from 2006 to 2010 and Travis Kelce from 2008 to 2012, according to the university . The brothers played football for the school and shared the field for two years while their educations overlapped.

According to the Enquirer, Jason Kelce earned a marketing degree, but wasn’t able to make it to the commencement ceremony, and Travis Kelce finished his outstanding credits to complete his degree in interdisciplinary studies from the College of Arts and Sciences in 2022.

“A surprise commencement we’ll never forget,” the Cincinnati Bearcats said on social media alongside a carousel of images from the event.

“Congratulations to Travis and Jason on (finally) picking up their diplomas!”

Rebecca Cohen is a breaking news reporter for NBC News.