A decade ago, during an informal gathering at the University of Karachi’s staff club, there was a discussion about the underutilisation of a large area of the university, with a suggestion to repurpose it for housing. However, a senior colleague pointed out that when the university was founded, it had only eight departments, but now it boasts over fifty. This highlighted how universities evolve and expand over time.

Reflecting on this, it becomes evident that universities are founded with a vision in mind. This conversation emphasised the critical need to articulate clear objectives and aspirations to effectively steer the institution’s growth and development. Currently, we are in the process of improving our vision and mission statements to better align with our evolving goals and the needs of our community.

A vision statement outlines an organisation’s long-term aspirations and goals, serving as a guiding star for strategic decisions and providing direction and purpose. In contrast, a mission statement defines an organisation’s core purpose and primary........

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