Hello, batch of 2026, I am ecstatic to welcome you to some of the most incredible, thrilling, eye-opening, and challenging years of your life. I wish you the best of luck in the coming four years.
Whether LUMS was your dream school or your plan B, its red brick walls and undeniable charm will capture your heart in no time. I can tell that most of you will be confused, scared, and overwhelmed but simultaneously excited to begin this new chapter. It's natural to feel this way when you first arrive but trust me when I say that you'll love everything. LUMS will feel like home in no time where you will have great memories, priceless lessons, and valuable friendships along with some breakdowns, annoying CP wars, and inevitable change.
As far as my journey at LUMS is concerned, it began with not knowing what I wanted to do with life. I've done everything from studying management to exploring psychology to working as event head and marketing director. Through these opportunities, I can confidently claim that I have come a long way in discovering my passion. So it's fine to be unsure and clueless since LUMS will take you on a self-discovery adventure. Embrace new experiences & opportunities, make friends, take diverse courses, join societies, or explore a personal interest. You'll have plenty of "firsts" in this university, so be willing to step out of your comfort zone to make the most of it. It will seem daunting & challenging but always have faith in your abilities. You will fall, you will cry, and some days will be darker than others, but in the end, you will make it through - I assure you that. Lastly, I'd like to offer some advice that I believe is important: "Never think that you are alone at any point. Help will always be given to those at LUMS who ask for it ." Good luck, you got this!