Hello! Congratulations and welcome aboard, first-years! I bet you have an influx of various emotions, just like I had 2 years ago. But fret not! Because you can count on me to help you through it. You will learn and get exposed to so much in these 4 years that you’ll become the best version of yourself.
I am Ammad Bin Faraz, a Junior majoring in Accounting & Finance at SDSB. I plan to minor in Computational Finance and become a CFA. I have always believed in the power of kindness and empathy, so I have been a part of the LUMS Community Service Society for 2 years with the sole aim of making a difference in this world. Currently, I’m also a part of the LUMS Finance Society - FINTRA. While everything may seem daunting initially, getting into and graduating from SDSB will be the best thing you can do for your career. Rest assured, as your PAL, I will be there to guide you, help you throughout your first year, and make sure that you settle well in the fast-paced environment of LUMS. Don’t doubt yourself or your capabilities if you struggle more than your peers; everyone takes their time to figure things out. My job is to ensure you transition smoothly from high school to university life. You’ll have a mounting list of questions, and I’d be there to clarify them so that your LUMS journey gets a bit less hazy and misty.
All the formal things aside, I love getting to know people and their stories because every person is a set of unique, incredible stories; you are so much more than just your transcript! You’ll often find me roaming around the campus, getting cardamom tea from Khoka, or doing small talk with ‘everyone’ along the way (my friends claim I know ‘everyone’). From movies and shows to pop music and Hollywood gossip – feel free to talk to me about anything and everything anytime. Remember to always hold your head up, never sell yourself short, always stay true to yourself, give yourself credit for the good you do, be open to new ideas and opinions, welcome criticism, and respect everyone regardless of their personal choices. These things will take you to new heights within and outside LUMS. Best of luck for this journey, which will make you feel like Augustus Waters on ‘a rollercoaster that only goes up’!