Sports & Co-Curricular Activities

ArtFest 2025 - A Celebration of Creativity Beyond Boundaries

“Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time.” - Thomas Merton

ArtFest 2025 unfolded over two unforgettable days of creativity, collaboration, and pure artistic energy. Hundreds of delegates from schools and colleges across Lahore, Wazirabad, and Karachi, joined by international participants through online delegations, transformed the festival into a true celebration of art beyond boundaries.

Throughout the event, a symphony of expression took a definitive form. Categories ranging from Visual Arts and Media Arts to Art Discourse and Music ran simultaneously, each carrying its own mood, intensity, and community. The atmosphere was alive with students sketching under shaded courtyards and cameras capturing fleeting moments. A series of performances and creative workshops punctuated the schedule, giving delegates a chance to engage, experiment, and connect.

The Opening Ceremony set the tone with remarkable performances by the Aitchison College Art and Music Society, filling the hall with excitement. The festival grounds themselves were beautifully designed and curated, with every corner radiating colour, conversation, and creative energy. The space felt less like a school and more like a living gallery.

The two-day celebration concluded with a dazzling Music Night at the Closing Ceremony, featuring renowned names like Farhan Saeed and Omar Mukhtar. Delegates also took to the stage, performing their renditions of vocals and instrumentals — a moment of joy and unity that captured the essence of what ArtFest has long stood for.

ArtFest 2025 was more than a festival; it was an experience. A reminder that art, in all its forms, has the power to connect, move, and define us. It left behind not just memories, but an enduring sense of inspiration.

An Exchange on Academia, AI and Teaching with University of South Asia

Led by our Old Boy (1976) Imran Masood (Vice Chancellor USA), a delegation from the University of South Asia comprising senior faculty members visited Aitchison College on October 1st, 2025. The discussion was spearheaded by Dr Turab Hussain (Principal), with Faaria Salahuddin (Director Advancements), Tina Hameed (Director Teaching and Learning Centre) and Omer Mubbasher (Training Manager TLC) providing key insights into areas of academic interest, such as the impact of AI on education and the necessity of fostering individual creative expression in students.

Additionally, the emphasis was on the vision of the recently established Teaching & Learning Centre (TLC) and their work in Aitchison, particularly the institution of Professional Development Policy & Career Trajectories and the significance of Continuous Professional Development in ensuring teachers are equipped with up-to-date techniques and knowledge. Various interventions have been offered by TLC like Professional Reading Circles (PRC), Observe 2 Grow (O2G) etc. which serve as a model to be emulated for other faculty development programs in schools and universities alike. Channeling the spirit of collaboration, TLC offered to run training sessions for the faculty of USA to help them engage with Professional Literature.

The discussion was followed by an immersion in the history of the College via the Archive Display Centre and a guided tour of the campus, offering the delegation an overview of Aitchison’s academic environment, facilities, and traditions.

Inspiring Minds: Tech Talk with Dr. Rabia

Aitchison College, Prep School Computer Department hosted an engaging session during the Clubs and Societies period on Friday, October 3^rd, 2025, featuring Dr. Rabia, former Assistant Professor at Lahore Garrison University, as the guest speaker. Interacting with students from the Robotics and Programming Club, Dr. Rabia delivered an insightful talk on Artificial Intelligence, Microcontrollers, and Cloud Computing. Her session offered students valuable exposure to cutting-edge technologies, inspiring curiosity and inspiration among young tech enthusiasts.

Excellence of Penmanship: Inter-House English Handwriting Competition

Aitchison College Senior School held its Inter-House English Handwriting Competition on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, in Rooms 216 and 217. The event featured two categories:

Junior Category: Open to all students from C1 and C2
Senior Category: Open to all students from H1 and H2

Participants in both categories were given thirty minutes to copy a selected passage. The competition aimed to promote legible and elegant handwriting and attention to detail.

The names of the winners are:

In the Junior category:

The top handwriter is Asmad Bui Ali of Jubilee House.
Muhammad Ajlal Khan of Robinson House claimed the second position.
The third position was won by Syed Abdullah Mahmood of Balochistan House.

In the Senior category:

The winner is Muhammad Abdul Moiz of Kelly House.
The second position goes to Muhammad Hashim Rizwan of Babur House.
The third position is held by Muhammad Ayaan Ejaz of Centenary House.

Junior School Boys Discover Joy of Reading During Library Visit

The SBA Library welcomed approximately thirty Junior School boys for an engaging visit filled with curiosity and creativity. The students explored the library, discovered their favourite books, and watched ‘Nápo’, a heartwarming short film about family, memory, and imagination - values we hope will resonate with our young learners forever. To end the visit on a sweet note, each student received a chocolate-wrapped scroll with a colouring sheet, a small keepsake to remember their time at the library and inspire creative expression

School Assembly of the Senior School

The Senior School held its School Assembly on October 15, 2025, to recognise the outstanding achievements of its students in various competitions and events. Among those acknowledged were participants and winners of the Inter-House Aeronautical Competition, Gear Up, Cryptography, German Essay Writing, Spelling Bee, the Open House Chess Rankings, and many more. The winning students were invited on stage to receive recognition and were heartily congratulated by the esteemed Headmistress of the Senior School, Ms. Amina Kamran. The assembly concluded with appreciative remarks from the Headmistress of the Senior School, who praised the students for their remarkable performances and valuable contributions to the school’s academic and co-curricular excellence.

Screen Printing Workshop at Syedanwala School

On October 3, 2025, the Art & Design Department of Aitchison College, Prep School organised a Screen Printing Workshop for Syedanwala Girls and Boys School, located in Village Syedanwala, Rakh Dhala, Tehsil Kot Radha Kishen, District Kasur. The workshop was led by the Prep School Art Department, involving six girls from the Campus School for Girls and nine boys from M2. This impactful initiative aimed to extend learning beyond the classroom and empower underprivileged students through creativity, craftsmanship, and meaningful education.

The workshop aimed not only to introduce a creative and practical skill but also to demonstrate how art can serve as a pathway to independence and entrepreneurship, transforming imagination into opportunity. During the workshop, Syedanwala students:

Discovered the importance of printing as a medium of communication.
Learnt the basic process of screen printing on paper and fabric.
Understood how creative skills can be developed for income generation.
Gained confidence through hands-on participation and self-expression.
Experienced joy in learning a new art form and connecting creativity with purpose.

Our students learnt, led, and were inspired by developing:

Teamwork, communication, and leadership skills while guiding others.
Practised patience and responsibility through peer mentoring.
Experienced the joy of community service and giving back through art.
Strengthened their understanding of screen printing by teaching it to others.
Felt inspired by Syed Babar Ali’s vision of sharing knowledge and uplifting others through education and creativity.

The Prep School Art & Design Department remains devoted to nurturing empathy, creativity, and purpose—encouraging young learners to see art not just as artistic expression, but as a way of growth, connection, and positive change.

Aitchison Triumphs Over Crescent Model in Exciting Home Fixture

October 9^th, 2025, marked another exciting chapter in Aitchison College, Prep School's sporting calendar as Crescent Model Higher Secondary School visited us for a multi-sport fixture featuring Basketball, Cricket, Football, and Hockey. Our students displayed unparalleled sporting brilliance, winning all four matches.

In Cricket, Abdul Wasay stole the show with a blistering 65 off 41 balls, steering Aitchison to an emphatic eight-wicket victory.

On the Hockey field, Shahid Ullah and Muhammad Mahad found the back of the net to seal a composed 2-0 win.

Football was a showcase of attacking flair. Behram Niaz struck twice, while Abid Ali, Ali Bin Usman, and Zain Umar each added a goal to complete a commanding 5–0 triumph.

The Basketball match proved the closest contest, but Vice-Captain Nael Naeem led from the front with 10 points, supported by Muhammad Ahmed Maher with 7, as Aitchison edged Crescent 23–21 in a tense finish.

Match Results

Basketball: Aitchison won 23 - 21
Cricket: Aitchison won by 8 wickets (chased 139 in 18 overs)
Football: Aitchison won 5 - 0
Hockey: Aitchison won 2 - 0

It was a day of energy, teamwork, and Aitchisonian pride - a perfect display of sporting excellence across all fronts.

Aitchison Colts Dominate Lawrence - Clean Sweep in All Three Sports

The long-awaited Prep School Sports Fixture between Aitchison College and Lawrence College made a thrilling return after five years — and the Aitchison Colts rose to the occasion in style, winning all three matches in Football, Cricket, and Hockey to seal a remarkable clean sweep victory.

The Football clash was a nail-biter, with both teams showcasing impressive skill and grit. In the dying moments, Ali Bin Usman struck the winning goal that sent Aitchison to victory. The momentum carried into Cricket, where Captain Sulaiman’s gritty 42 runs guided Aitchison to 97, before the bowlers dismissed Lawrence for 81. Saif Ullah Tiwana led the attack with 3 wickets, while Abid Ali and Rehan Saqib took 2 each.

The Hockey match wrapped up the fixture in dominant fashion, as Aitchison stormed to a 4–0 win. Ali Bin Usman shined again with two goals, while Dayyan Asim and Shahidullah added one each.

After a 12-year wait, Prep School proudly reclaimed the rubber — a spectacular achievement and a celebration of Aitchison’s talent, teamwork, and timeless sportsmanship.

Aitchison First Book Club Session

Our first Book Club session, on 10th of October 2025, was an inspiring and thought-provoking experience. The students engaged in a wide range of discussions, covering authors from Khaled Hosseini and George Orwell to Lane Fargo, as well as biographies of Michelle Obama, Mira Sethi, Shahid Afridi, and Imran Khan.

The conversation also touched upon important contemporary issues such as censorship, social media, and the importance of critical awareness regarding the information we consume online. The students emphasized the need to verify facts and conduct research rather than accepting everything shared on social platforms as truth. Other books discussed included works by Jeffrey Archer, Charles Dickens, and Mitch Albom, as well as Atomic Habits, Minecraft: The Island, Church of Spies, and The Art of Reading Minds. It was fascinating to observe how some students gravitated toward fiction, while others showed a keen interest in self-help and motivational literature.

Overall, the session proved to be highly beneficial, encouraging students to think beyond conventional boundaries, express diverse perspectives, and engage creatively with literature. We look forward to many more such sessions that continue to foster curiosity, reflection, and a love for reading among our students.

The Equation of Victory: Mathematics Quiz Competition

Aitchison College, Prep School, Mathematics Department successfully organised the 5^th Annual Mathematics Quiz Competition. It was an engaging and intellectually stimulating event designed to nurture a love for the subject of Mathematics among students.

The competition was held in two stages. The First Round, a written quiz, was conducted on 30^th September 2025, during which we shortlisted thirty-six students from E2, M1, and M2 levels. These students were grouped into twelve teams that competed in the Final Round on 9^th October 2025 at the Prep School Library.

The event had the honour of hosting Professor Dr. Waqas Ali Azhar as the Chief Guest. Dr. Waqas delivered an insightful and thought-provoking talk titled “How Simple Things Become Complicated – 4.669", in which he explored the beauty and complexity of mathematical patterns found in Nature and Science. His engaging discussion captivated the audience and deepened their appreciation for the real-world relevance of Mathematics.

The Final Round featured multiple segments, including a General Round, Buzzer Round, Rapid-Fire Round, and an Audio-Visual Round, keeping the competition lively and challenging. The top three teams were announced at the end, celebrating their outstanding performance and teamwork. The event was a grand success, inspiring students and showcasing their mathematical aptitude. It played a vital role in enhancing analytical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills-qualities essential for academic excellence and future success. Events like these continue to promote curiosity, confidence, and a deeper understanding of Mathematics among young learners.

Walter A. Robinson Challenge Cup 2025-26

CROSS COUNTRY RACE (PRESENT & OLD BOYS)

Distance: 9.6 KM (Approx.)

The Walter A. Robinson Challenge Cup 2025–26 brought together present and old Aitchisonians for a spirited cross country race held on Saturday, October 11, 2025. The event, blessed with bright and sunny weather, saw an enthusiastic turnout from participants across all age groups, reflecting the enduring camaraderie and athletic spirit of the Aitchison community.

This year’s race included five categories: one category for present students with a total of one seventy participants and four categories for Old Boys with a total of forty six participants. The old boys were divided into the following categories: Under-35, 35–45, 46–55, and Over-55. Our present student Salar Saad Khan showed a flawless running exhibition and broke his own record by completing the Cross Country Route in 35 Min 07.60 Sec. The spectators backed all contestants making the atmosphere quite euphoric.

In the end, the event concluded with a medal and trophy ceremony led by our esteemed Principal, Dr. S. M. Turab Hussain, who congratulated all participants on their commendable performances. The event was a true celebration of fitness, sportsmanship, and Aitchisonian pride, strengthening the ties between past and present students.

Category: Present Boys

Record: Salar Saad Khan (36 Min 11.80 Sec) - 2024

Position	Chest #	School #	Name	Class	House	Time
1	259	19194	Salar Saad Khan	H1H	Tajuddin	35 Min 07.60 Sec. (New Record)
2	201	18646	Ahmed Haris Zaman Khan	H2H	Jubilee	36 Min 57.42 Sec.
3	306	18861	Muhammad Dayyan Kashif	C2F	Centenary	37 Min 28.62 Sec.