UMS was represented by nine Republic of Timor-Leste international students and one local student who captured the hearts of the judges through a combination of the Magunatip dance performance and Timor-Leste Warrior Dance.

Loud cheers were heard from the audience in attendance ensuring the victory of the team who brought home a trophy, cash prize and certificate of participation.

The award was presented by the Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Higher Education Officer, Hazally Jali.

Held this morning at the car park of the Ministry of Education (MoE) Malaysia building, the competition was an annual event jointly organised by the Ministry of Higher Education and Nilai University.

The programme which will end this Sunday, also showcased a variety of presentations including singing competition from the region and internationally. – SS (fl)

Source: Mohd. Khairuddin Ahmad
 

Media and Citra Division

By Salbinous Saribun

THURSDAY, 13 AUGUST – A participant of the Third Country Training Programme (TCTP) 2015 considered himself lucky to be part of the programme and to have gained knowledge in biodiversity conservation in Sabah.

Deputy Director of North Indian Arunachal Pradesh Itanagar Environment, Dui Dohi Robin (pic) said, his first perception about Sabah was that it was a very beautiful state with its sea and nature, something that is not found in his hometown.

With these advantages that Sabah has and a step in terms of biodiversity conservation, this officer who has the technical expertise in the field of environment is hoping to gain as much knowledge as possible on biodiversity conservation to be undertaken by his country.

“A lot has been shared throughout the TCTP until its 8th day today.

“For sure, the results obtained will be applied in the conservation of biodiversity and ecosystems in Arunachal later,” he added.

He said this when contacted by UMS reporters. – (fl)

Media and Citra Division

By Mohd Affzanizam Mohd Amin

WEDNESDAY, 12 AUGUST – The publication of a book on ‘Integrity in the Family: A Guide to Happy Family’ indicated that Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is committed to publishing academic books as reference not only for students of higher learning institutions but also families who love harmony and happiness.

UMS Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Datuk Dr. Mohd Harun Abdullah said, the publication was evidenced that UMS staff were committed to government policies which required Public Universities in particular improve the quality of work under the national key result areas.

“The publication of these books is consistent with current needs, particularly when UMS is currently in their efforts to bridge the gap with society through social work and research.

“The results of these research are then presented to the public in seminars both locally and internationally. After they are presented academically, the results would be further scrutinised before compiling them into a book such as that of the National Integrity Seminar 2014,” he said.

He said this in his welcome speech at the launching of the book at the Mini Auditorium, Faculty of Psychology and Education, yesterday.

According to Datuk Dr. Harun, the book was also published for the first time by taking the full results of the research of UMS academic leaders.

The book was officiated by Minister of Community Development and Consumer Affairs Sabah, Datuk Hajah Jainab Datuk Seri Panglima Ahmad Ayid.

Also present was the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Malaysian Institute of Integrity, Dr. Anis Yusal Yusoff. – (fl)

Photo: Ernest Berinus

Media and Citra Division