Prof. Dr. Kanwal Ameen Advocates value of Emotional Intelligence to Professional Growth and WellbeingÚFaisalabad, July 29, 2025 — Prof. Dr. Kanwal Ameen (T.I.), Vice Chancellor of Government College Women University Faisalabad (GCWUF), delivered a highly engaging and thought-provoking session on “Emotional Intelligence in Academia: Enhancing Communication, Collaboration, and Well-being” during Summer Camp 2025. The event was organized by the Faculty & Staff Development Center (FSDC), GCWUF.ÚAddressing faculty and non-teaching staff members (Grade 16 and above), Dr. Ameen underscored the critical role of emotional intelligence in academic environments. She emphasized that key components such as self-awareness, emotional regulation, resilience, empathy, motivation, and interpersonal skills are vital for fostering a collaborative and emotionally healthy institutional culture.ÚThe Vice Chancellor linked emotional intelligence to improved communication, stronger teamwork, and overall professional effectiveness—especially significant in the context of AI integration and evolving workplace dynamics.ÚParticipants appreciated the session’s dynamic delivery, relatable real-life examples, and its strong alignment with the Summer Camp’s broader objectives of professional development and digital transformation