The School of Creative Arts at The Millennium Universal College (TMUC) Islamabad Campus successfully organized its Annual Thesis Show 2026 over three consecutive days, featuring final thesis projects from UCA Fashion Textiles Level 6/Top-Up, UCA Fashion Image & Styling Level 4, and HN Fashion Textiles Level 5.
The showcase was supervised under the leadership of Head of Department Sumaira Sajjad alongside faculty members Shabahat Ali Khan, Mahnoor Arif, Usman Rehman, Aatika Khalid, Zarwa Mughal, Abdullah Sarim and Bisma Murtaza The event highlighted creativity, innovation, craftsmanship, and socially relevant artistic expression through fashion, textiles, styling, and installation art.
The successful execution of the event would not have been possible without the visionary leadership and continuous support of CEO of TMUC Dr. Faisal Mushtaq, along with Ms. Anna Faisal, Dean Ms. Mariam Qasim, and Head of Institute Ms. Muneeze Muzaffar, whose commitment to creative education and industry engagement provided students with a professional platform to exhibit their work.
A total of 27 students showcased their thesis projects, each reflecting unique personal, cultural, and socially aware narratives. Featured projects included themes of resilience, disability inclusion, migration, nostalgia, mental health, digital culture, family bonds, sustainability, healthcare systems, Pakistani craftsmanship, and emotional healing.
Among the highlighted works were Fartashia Nasir’s “Still Here” based on resilience and recovery, Areeb Fatima Malkana’s “Ability in Disability” explored the importance of love, support and inclusion for differently-abled individuals, presenting herself as a living example of determination and empowerment, Noor Khizar’s nostalgic “My Mother’s 80s Shaadi,” and Areeba Faraz’s “Whispers of 1947” a powerful tribute to migration, heritage, and memory inspired by her grandmothers migration from India to Pakistan and historical letters connected to Quaid-e-Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah and Allama Iqbal.
Other notable projects included Nashmiya Fayyaz’s “Behind the Mask,” Ramsha Niazi’s “Social Media Impact on Gen X,” Hamna Fatima Malik’s “The Hoods of Five,” Nabiha Ahsan Chaudhry’s “Blooming Silence,” Wareesha Amir’s “Edible Deception,” Zahra’s sustainable textile project “Sunwoven,” Noor Fatima’s “Embroidered Youth,” and Bakhtawar Samad’s “Living Within the Unseen,” inspired by hidden emotional struggles and resilience.
The exhibition received an overwhelming response from industry professionals, academia, media representatives, alumni, parents, and students, making it one of the most vibrant and well-attended showcases organized by the department.
The thesis show commenced with an opening ceremony graced by renowned stylist Tariq Amin and Mrs. Fayza Amin. Distinguished guests including Fahad Saif, CEO and Founder of Mohtaram, Saud Bangash from the Pakistan Business Council, and contemporary calligraphy artist Mahjabeen Atif appreciated the originality and professional execution of the students’ work.
The academic community also demonstrated strong participation through visits from representatives and faculty members of Fatima Jinnah Women University, Iqra University, National College of Arts (NCA), and NUST School of Art, Design and Architecture (SADA). The event also received media coverage through Urdu News web channel.
External jury members from NCA, SADA NUST, SheWorks, and renowned fashion industry professionals evaluated the projects and appreciated the students’ conceptual depth and craftsmanship.
Among the prominent visitors was Rezz Aly Shah, renowned public relations consultant and event director, along with representatives from Raiment 61 and Sapphire, who interacted with students and praised their creative execution.
The exhibition further received media attention through the visit of Mr and Mrs. kaiwan Executive Director Khyber Network and the PEMRA Council of Complaints, who expressed interest in future collaborations.
Day Two featured visits by actor Daniel Zafar and Sardar Sohail Ahmad (Xin), who appreciated the originality and professionalism of the displayed work. Students from NUST-SADA, Fatima Jinnah Women University, and Iqra University also attended the exhibition.
The final day continued with another house-full showcase attended by guests from industry and academia. Ms. Siddiqa Malik, Chairperson of Indus Heritage Trust, highly appreciated the meaningful concepts and execution presented by the students.
The exhibition also welcomed renowned couture bag designer Ali Fateh and fashion designer Dr. Sabah Akhtar, both of whom conducted jury sessions and shortlisted students for internships and professional opportunities.
The display was further honoured by the presence of Ms. Farrah Mehmood Rana, Pride of Performance recipient , Miniature Artist and Associate Professor COMSATS University, who praised the dedication and artistic vision demonstrated throughout the showcase.
The event concluded on a memorable note with the visit of celebrated Pakistani cricketer Shadab Khan, who visited alongside his wife, daughter of former Pakistani cricketer Saqlain Mushtaq, to appreciate the students’ work and encourage emerging creative talent.
Overall, the three-day Annual Thesis Show 2026 remained vibrant, energetic, and highly engaging, receiving appreciation from industry leaders, artists, designers, media personalities, academicians, parents, and visitors from diverse sectors. The event successfully reinforced TMUC School of Creative Arts’ commitment towards academic excellence, industry integration, artistic innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities for emerging creative professionals in Pakistan.
