UoM Marks World Podcast Day 2026 with Special Event on Future of Journalism
PESHAWAR, (APP - UrduPoint / Pakistan Point News - September 30, 2026)
The Department of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Malakand organized a special event to commemorate World Podcast Day 2026, bringing together faculty members and students to discuss the growing role of podcasts and emerging digital technologies in journalism.
"The Power of the Journalist Podcast vs Algorithm Tutor" was the theme of the event, hosted by Assistant Professor Dr Sajjad Ali of the Department. Dean of Social Sciences Prof Dr Arab Naz and Dean of Arts and Humanities Prof Dr Qaiser Khan attended as chief guests.
In their addresses, the distinguished guests praised student participation and highlighted the challenges facing the media in the digital age, while also emphasizing emerging opportunities and the future of journalism. They further discussed the evolving trends in digital media and the importance of leveraging modern journalistic tools and platforms effectively.
Other present attendees included Head of the Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Assistant Prof Dr Imtiaz Ahmed, Assistant Prof Dr Jan Muhammad, Lecturer Masood Hassan, and Lecturer Fidaullah.
The event featured screenings of documentaries produced by students, showcasing their creative skills and various aspects of modern digital journalism. The documentaries received positive feedback from faculty members and participants.
At the conclusion, faculty members commended student creative efforts, encouraging them to actively engage with digital journalism, podcasting, and other emerging media platforms to further enhance their professional skills and creative potential.