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The first Malaysia Towerrunning University Championship at UCSI University saw tower running world champion Soh Wai Ching scaling 12 floors with a time of 1 minute and 4s. Easily besting the competition, the world’s number one tower runner won the Open Individual Men’s category. His presence at UCSI added star power to the Championship that attracted over 200 contestants – representing 19 nations – from 15 Malaysian higher education institutions. The competition also featured three other categories: Open Individual Women, University Men and University Women.
UCSI University had the honour of hosting Khairy Jamaluddin and Shahril Hamdan for an engaging podcast recording session of Keluar Sekejap. The discussion delved into the intricacies of the higher education system in public universities and the future of traditional arts and culture in the era of artificial intelligence (AI). The podcast episode promises to be a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of higher education, arts, culture and technology.
Presented in collaboration with KSI Strategic Institute for Asia Pacific and Dialog Rakyat, the Sejahtera Malaysia Forum is a platform dedicated to strengthening unity and social cohesion. Held at UCSI University, this event championed a vision of national harmony.
At the forefront of the discussions, National Unity Minister Datuk Aaron Ago Dagang emphasised the promotion of Rukun Negara's principles to strengthen bonds among Malaysians. Highlighting the government’s commitment, plans were disclosed on the appointment of 50 unity ambassadors and two distinguished unity icons, alongside the establishment of unity complexes across all states in Malaysia.
Expressing delight in co-hosting, Dato’ Peter Ng, executive chairman of UCSI Group, emphasised the paramount significance of unity. Further enriching the discourse, UCSI's vice-chancellor, Prof Datuk Dr Siti Hamisah Tapsir, and UCSI Council Member, Professor Emeritus Tan Sri Dr Omar Abdul Rahman, contributed as distinguished panellists, amplifying the forum's impact.
On May 4th, 2024, UCSI University proudly hosted the first of three graduation convocations that will be held this year. The event celebrated the achievements of 1,773 graduates from various faculties, including the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Business and Management, Engineering, Technology and Built Environment, and more.
The ceremony saw students from diverse academic backgrounds, including degree, diploma, and postgraduate programmes, walk the stage with pride and joy. The event recognised their hard work, dedication, and the successful completion of their respective courses.
INGSA - Asia, represented by Tan Wee Hoe and Aishwuriya, attended the INGSA Conference and promoted UCSI’s International Institute of Science Diplomacy and Sustainability at the INGSA - Asia Grassroots Science Promotion Awards conference.
UCSI University is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Russian Presidential Academy of National Economy and Public Administration.
This partnership marks a significant platform for UCSI to share Malaysia's developmental expertise, contributing to the socio-economic transformation of Russian citizens.
Additionally, the collaboration harnesses Russia's expertise in scientific and mathematical research, emphasising the critical importance of STEM disciplines. This will empower Malaysian youth to realise their full potential and contribute meaningfully to the nation's advancement.
The International Institute of Science Diplomacy and Sustainability hosted a two-day programme for 60 participants from Ranepa University, Russia. The programme also included senior officers participants from governmental agencies and governmental-linked corporations. A MoU signing ceremony also took place, further cementing the partnership between UCSI and Ranepa University.
On April 20, the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at UCSI University hosted its "Mini Carnival 2024," an event focused on fostering learning, creativity and community interaction. The carnival included a diverse programme, featuring industry talks on community pharmacy, diabetes management and safe medicine disposal.
On April 5, UCSI University and Sunway Multicare Pharmacy signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to foster collaboration in academic and professional development. The partnership aimed to provide students with enhanced learning experiences and career growth opportunities through industry placements and educational excursions.
UCSI Breadboard welcomed Shin Yi Saw and Rex Yeap from Tencent Cloud International to discuss empowering startups in building, growing, and scaling their businesses. Additionally, UCSI Breadboard formalised a memorandum with JS'ON, a coffee startup supported by Tencent Cloud and founded by Jason Wong, a UCSI University alumnus.