East West University English Department and Writing Centre

Department of English in association with the Writing Centre at East West University (EWU) organized “Spring in the Air 2026,” a vibrant campus festival celebrating creativity, literature and artistic expression on Tuesday, 17 February 2026. The day-long event brought together students, faculty members and guests for a dynamic showcase of talent spanning literature, visual arts and performance, culminating in a prize-giving ceremony honoring outstanding contributions.

Shams Rahman vice chancellor of EWU inaugurated the festival and toured the art exhibition, student stalls and slam poetry session, engaging directly with participants and encouraging student creativity.

Program featured continuous student stalls and a painting exhibition hosted by the department. A high-energy slam poetry session took place at the Writing Centre from 10:10 a.m. to 11:40 a.m., providing emerging poets with a platform to perform original works before an enthusiastic audience. The afternoon cultural program held at the Razia Samad Lecture Gallery showcased musical performances, dance and recitations by both faculty members and students.

Event highlights included the slam poetry showcase, the undergraduate painting exhibition featuring visual artists from multiple departments, and student-run stalls offering handcrafted products. The festival concluded with a prize-giving ceremony recognizing standout performers and contributors.

According to the organizing committee, the event aimed to celebrate the university’s creative energy while providing an inclusive platform for students to share their artistic work. Participants and attendees praised the festival’s welcoming atmosphere and strong cross-departmental collaboration, underscoring EWU’s commitment to holistic student engagement and cultural enrichment.