Labs
The college houses 17 labs for Botany,
Zoology, Chemistry, Physics, Stats, Psychology, Library Science,
Fine Arts and Geography, besides a museum for Zoological specimen. |
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Computer Center
Since we, at DCW-VIII believe in imparting
quality education along modern lines, therefore, we have a computer
center consisting of 3 labs with a fairly large number of latest
PC’s, with up-to-date accessories/attachments.
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Demonstration Room
The teachers at DCW-VIII try to make the
teaching learning process not only informative but also interesting
and innovative. To assist them in their task, we have a special
Demonstration Room equipped with Audio/Visual aids. This multipurpose
room is used for presentations, seminars, conferences, lectures
and educational movies. |
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Library
The DCW-VIII’s air conditioned library
holds a large collection of more than 12,000 books on a variety
of subjects, catering to the varied interests of the students. Our
teachers also encourage and promote reading habits in our students.
The library subscribes to national and international
newspapers/journals and magazines. Our library committee, consisting
of senior faculty members, regularly reviews and assists in up-dating
the library with latest books.
A computerized modern library management
system enables the users to search for material much more quickly
and efficiently. |
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Auditorium
The air-conditioned auditorium with a seating
capacity of over 500 is the centre of most of the college’s
co-curricular activities, competitions, shows and seminars. |
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Fine Arts Studios
Our Fine Arts department is one of the
finest in the city. Our students are encouraged to use a wide range
of materials and tools. They are trained and prepared to meet the
demands of various professional Colleges/institutes. |
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Cafeteria
The cafeteria is one of the most lively
places of the campus. The vast hall throngs with students who can
relax there during breaks. A variety hygienically prepared snacks
are sold at reasonable rates in a comfortable environment. |
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Clinic
To deal with unexpected emergencies and
administer essential treatment, a qualified and experienced doctor
and a full-time, well trained nurse are on duty, ensuring prompt
medical care. The students have to undergo a mandatory annual medical
check-up at the College clinic. |
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Transport
The college has its own fleet of buses,
coasters and high roofs. These provide regular commuting facilities
to students, at reasonable rates, to different locations in the
city. |
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Counseling and Guidance
Students, at this impressionable age, may
encounter emotional disturbance due to peer pressure, or personal
matters for which they need an outlet. For this purpose, a trained
psychologist is always available to counsel and guide students on
a healthy and positive note. Career counseling and guidance regarding
subject selection and future career options is also provided to
those students/parents who ask for it. Besides this, parent-teacher
meetings are also arranged by the College to discuss the progress
of the students.
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Rewards
and Incentives
Outstanding students and high achievers
are recognized in a variety of ways; |
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Curricular Activities
In academics, first three position holders
of annual board/university examination are awarded a cash prize.
Besides this, also receive commendation letters from DHA Administrator,
Karachi. |
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Co-Curricular Activities
Students with outstanding performance in
co-curricular activities and competitions etc, are also awarded
cash prizes/certificates. |
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Workshop/ Seminars
Various departments of the College arrange
workshops, seminars, talks and lectures to provide variety of information
and opportunities to draw valuable lessons from well-established
members of our society belonging to various walks of life. This
provides many enriching and invigorating experiences to the students.
It helps them not only with their current studies but also guides
them about various career opportunities. This brings about a refinement
in the overall personality of our students. |
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Fitness and Health
In order to ensure the fitness and health
of our students, we take special steps to regularly promote physical
activities. |
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Sports
Our students actively participate in a
number of sports and win laurels for the College. Our teams win
most of the tournaments. They participate in Athletics besides playing
in Basketball, Badminton, Cricket, Hockey, Lawn Tennis, Netball,
Table Tennis, Throw ball and Volleyball tournaments. We are the
proud winners of General Champion Trophy since the last many years. |
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Gymnasium
Our gymnasium is yet another way of encouraging
the development of a sound mind in a healthy body. |
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Swimming Pool
We have fairly large swimming pool within
our campus and students are allowed to make frequent use of it.
We also hold various swimming competitions and encourage our girls
to participate in them, adding more feathers to their caps. |
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Clubs And Societies
The college has established a number of
clubs and societies to help conduct a variety of curricular and
co-curricular activities. This allows us to cater to students’
diverse interests. These clubs and societies hold seminars, competitions,
contests, shows and presentations to bring more awareness to the
students. Mentioned below are some details about a few of our clubs
and societies: |
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Pulse: The Science Society
The Science faculty organizes many lectures
and seminars where highly qualified professors and professionals
are invited as guest speakers. The students and faculty try to draw
maximum benefit from the knowledge shared by these learned people. |
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The Rising Society
The commerce faculty has established this
society whose job is to regularly hold project displays and poster
competitions. It also holds seminars; inviting well-known people
from the corporate sector to brief the students about future career
and education prospects and to give them a taste of the business
and industry sector. |
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Literary Society
The literary society is responsible for
the promotion of English and Urdu literature. This society helps
boost the confidence of the students by engaging them in activities
conducted in subgroups like the magazine and newsletter committees,
debating society and other activities like lectures, public speaking,
plays and competitions including essay writing, story writing, elocution
etc. |
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Welfare Society
The College also tries to generate compassion
in its students by arranging to provide personal and / or monitory
assistance to the needy. Teams of students are also sent to get
first hand exposure to the plight of the less fortunate of our society.
Students are encouraged to exercise generosity, self-restraint and
kindness in such situations where they try to extend a helping hand
to the suffering masses. |
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Students’
Council
In order to represent the students and
develop a sense of democracy, representation and leadership in them,
we have a Students’ Council. The nominated students persuade
the student voters to cast a vote in their favour. The successful
candidates form the students’ body which deals with matters
pertaining to various activities of the College. They serve as a
bridge between the College management and Students. |
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Miscellaneous Competitions
The College keeps conducting a variety
of competitions and quiz programmes to enhance and develop the students’
mental and physical skills. These include Qirat, Naat and singing
competitions, religious and general knowledge quizzes, talent shows,
IT and Science projects, flower and salad competitions and many
others. |
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Other Activities
A number of other
activities like Milaad, Seerat Conference, fairs and students parties
are yet another feature of the College activities. |
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