The International College of Excellence (ICE) held its Graduation and High Achievers’ Ceremony 2026 in Islamabad, celebrating the academic achievements of its graduating students and recognising outstanding performers for their dedication and hard work.
The ceremony brought together prominent figures from Pakistan’s education sector and international academia, including Dr Ghulam Ali Mallah, Executive Director of the Inter Boards Coordination Commission (IBCC); Mr Rana Mashood, Chairman of the Prime Minister’s Youth Programme; and Professor Damien Page, Vice-Chancellor and CEO of Buckinghamshire New University, United Kingdom. Educationists, faculty members, parents and students also attended the event.
Addressing the graduating students, Dr Mallah congratulated them on reaching an important milestone in their academic journeys and urged them to view education as more than obtaining degrees. He emphasised the need to develop professional competence, strong character, critical thinking, innovation and problem-solving abilities to succeed in an increasingly competitive world.
He also highlighted IBCC’s ongoing initiatives to improve Pakistan’s examination and qualification systems through reforms in examination standards, modern grading systems, conceptual assessment and digital services. He noted the importance of strengthening the international recognition of Pakistani qualifications to expand educational and professional opportunities for students.
Appreciating ICE’s academic partnership with Buckinghamshire New University, Dr Mallah underscored the value of international academic collaboration in bringing globally recognised educational pathways and career opportunities closer to Pakistani students. ICE has partnered with the UK university to deliver skills-based undergraduate programmes in Pakistan, combining academic learning with practical and industry-focused training.
He further encouraged graduates to embrace emerging technologies, particularly Artificial Intelligence (AI), and continuously update their knowledge and skills to remain relevant in a rapidly changing job market. He urged them to pursue lifelong learning and use their education to make meaningful contributions to society and Pakistan’s development.
The ceremony also highlighted the importance of international educational partnerships in expanding opportunities for Pakistani students and connecting local academic institutions with global higher education networks.
The event served as a celebration of the graduates’ hard work, academic progress and future ambitions, while recognising the role of parents, teachers and educational institutions in shaping their success.
“Graduation is not the end of learning; it is the beginning of greater responsibility,” Dr Mallah said, encouraging graduates to approach their next chapter with confidence, commitment and a sense of purpose.
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The ceremony was held on November 4, 2026, as part of ICE’s efforts to recognise academic achievement and celebrate the accomplishments of its graduating class.
