Faculty Development at ALI

Supporting and Championing Teaching & Learning Excellence

Programs, partnerships, and resources for Aror University educators and students.

Student Success & Mentoring

Student Support that Scales

Workshops, advising, and mentoring pathways to help learners thrive.

Strategic Partnerships & Leadership

Partnerships & Leadership Pathways

Collaborating with leading institutions to advance pedagogy and impact.

Aror Learning Institute

Advancing Learning & Leadership

We design evidence-based programs that elevate teaching, research, and leadership across disciplines. Explore tailored pathways, short courses, and community events.

40+
Faculty Mentors
1,200+
Alumni
25
Programs
8
Research Labs

Aror Learning Institute Inauguration

Highlights from the launch of ALI and how we are building a culture of teaching, learning, and leadership at Aror University.

Introduction, Mission & Vision

Introduction

Aror Learning Institute (ALI) is a collaborative initiative between Aror University Sukkur and the LUMS Learning Institute (LLI) aimed at advancing teaching excellence and faculty development. Through this, ALI strives to enhance the quality of teaching, strengthen institutional capacity, and foster a culture of continuous professional growth. The institute is committed to empowering faculty and academic leaders as long-term anchors of change, ensuring that the ALI evolves into a self-sustaining hub of innovation, collaboration, and educational excellence.

Mission

Aror Learning Institute aims to enhance the quality of teaching, learning, and leadership in education by:

  • Offering evidence-based professional development programs for faculty and staff.
  • Fostering a culture of reflective practice, innovation, and collaboration.
  • Bridging research and practice to improve student learning outcomes.
  • Creating a community of educators committed to inclusivity, creativity, and lifelong learning.
  • Strengthening institutional capacity through partnerships, mentorship, and knowledge exchange with national and global partners.

Vision

To become a leading institute for teaching excellence, innovation, and professional growth that transforms education in the region and beyond. Aror Learning Institute envisions empowering educators, academic leaders, and professionals through transformative learning experiences, reflective practices, and continuous professional development.

What We Do

Faculty Development

Workshops and mentoring that strengthen teaching excellence and scholarly practice.

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Leadership Pathways

Structured experiences that build confidence in academic and administrative leadership.

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Evidence & Impact

We evaluate outcomes and share insights to scale what works across the university.

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Programs & Pathways

Seminar
Flagship

Academic Leadership Fellows

A semester-long cohort program for emerging leaders: strategy, people, and change.

  • Monthly residencies
  • 1:1 executive coaching
  • Capstone project
Workshop
Short Course

Designing for Learning

A 4-week course on course design, assessment, and inclusive practice.

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Micro-credentials

Teaching with AI

Practical strategies for generative AI in the classroom.

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Certificate

Scholarship of Teaching

From classroom inquiry to peer-reviewed publication.

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Community

Teaching Commons

Monthly showcase of practices from across departments.

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Our Team

Shoukat Ali Abbasi

Shoukat Ali Abbasi

Director–HR
director.hr@aror.edu.pk

Shoukat Ali Abbasi is a seasoned People Management professional with over 15 years of experience in higher education and development sectors, currently serving as Director of Human Resources at Aror University of Art, Architecture, Design & Heritage, Sindh, Pakistan.

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Sorath Memon

Sorath Memon

Program Coordinator
program.coordinator@aror.edu.pk

Sorath Memon is an education professional with a strong academic background and diverse experience in teaching and academic coordination. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from Sukkur IBA University and an M.Phil. in Pakistan Studies from Quaid-i-Azam University, Islamabad.

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Shafaq Shahzad

Shafaq Shahzad

Training Coordinator
training.coordinator@aror.edu.pk

Shafaq is a passionate education professional with over eight years of experience in teaching, training, and academic coordination. She holds an M.Phil. in Education from Sukkur IBA University and currently serves as the Training Coordinator at Aror Learning Institute.

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Omta Kumari

Omta Kumari

Program Assistant, ALI
omta@aror.edu.pk

Omta Kumari is an emerging professional with a solid academic background and multifaceted experience in teaching, human resource support, and academic program assistance. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Statistics from Shah Abdul Latif University, Khairpur, where she developed strong analytical and quantitative skills.

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Wall of Fame

Celebrating faculty members who have successfully completed the Faculty Certificate in Teaching and Learning program.

FCTL 2026
Dr. Khalid

Dr. Khalid

Assistant Professor, FEST

FCTL Graduate
FCTL 2026
Ms. Aqsa Ahad

Ms. Aqsa Ahad

Lecturer, Visual Arts

FCTL Graduate
FCTL 2026
Ms. Arifa Awan

Ms. Arifa Awan

Lecturer, FEST

FCTL Graduate
FCTL 2026
Ms. Birrah

Ms. Birrah

Lecturer, FASETP

FCTL Graduate

News & Insights

Upcoming Events

Date Event Location Action
Nov 12 · 10:00–12:00 Inclusive Assessment Clinic Auditorium A Register
Dec 03 · 14:00–16:00 Teaching with AI: Studio Lab 2 / Online Details
Dec 15 · 09:30–11:00 Leadership Roundtable Senate Room Details

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Address: Aror Learning Institute, Academic Block-1, Aror University, Sukkur, Sindh, Pakistan

Contact with Focal Person for query and information

ali@aror.edu.pk

+92-333-7330693

+92-315-3381799

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