Pakistan is going through the difficult times of fighting a pandemic let loose by the Covid-19. The functioning of the IAC in the traditional sense has been disrupted but this has also created an opportunity of planning ahead for times to come. Harnessing our resources in time, the IAC was able to switch to online teaching and with a collective effort by the faculty and a tremendous cooperation from the student we were able to prevent any significant loss of academic program; in fact we are now better prepared to face any such crises in the future. I take the opportunity to congratulate all the concerned teachers and students. Education is essentially awareness; being aware of yourself and your ambitions, being aware of your family and your role, being aware of the society, the environment, the profession of your choice and its potential. In the 21st century awareness of the tremendous developments of science, and technology and its integration with Art is the key to planning for the future. This becomes even more important as we bear witness to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic and realize the fragility of our world. At IAC whether you train as an architect, a designer, a painter, a film maker, or in the new media, the common thread will be the deep understanding of the arts that you will acquire as you will have ample opportunity to explore and appreciate the various facets and expressions in the arts and the underlying philosophical moorings. IAC aims to equip you with the spirit of inquiry and reasoning that will be your life time asset which will allow you to explore the many directions you can follow based on sound knowledge and reasoning. The Institute provides you a unique opportunity as it continuously seeks and nurtures partnerships within the communities it serves in creating effective learning environments for its learners. Our aim is to ensure that you realize your potential – academically, professionally and personally. We value our heritage, while keeping our focus on the future. Our courses are designed to give you the breadth and depth of knowledge, skills and experience that will enable you to go out into the world and make a difference. Whether you enroll as a student or join as a valued faculty member or be a part of the several research initiatives or come in to listen to an invited speaker or visit an exhibition, the IAC will transform you. education; and providing access to affordable, innovative, quality undergraduate and graduate programs leading to the successful completion of valuable degrees in the arts.