WEDNESDAY, 17 AUGUST -  In conjunction with the National Day celebration, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is organising a run called ‘Larian Merdeka 10km Ke Puncak UMS’ on 27 August 2016.

This event is organised by ‘Jawatankuasa Kebajikan, Rekreasi dan Libatsama Masyarakat’ (KARIB) under the Centre for the Promotion of Knowledge and Language Learning (PPIB) UMS.

According to a statement issued by KARIB, this run aims to strengthen the spirit of patriotism not only among members of UMS but also the public who are interested to participate in this event.

The programme is also seen to be in line with UMS in interacting with the public, and to lead a healthier lifestyle through this recreational activity.

The statement also added that the run is divided into two categories; men’s and women’s and the fees are RM 30.00 for university and secondary school students, RM 50.00 for adults (open to all).

A fee of RM60.00 is imposed on walk-in registration. The fees are inclusive of the event T-shirt and a running-kit.

Runners who complete the 10km route will receive a certificate of participation.

The three fastest runners for the men’s and women’s category will win a trophy and a certificate of participation, and the first 25 finishers in each category will receive a medal and a certificate of participation.

Entry forms are available on the event’s official Facebook page Larian Merdeka 10km ke Puncak UMS, as well as at the PPIB administration office.

For registration and more information, please contact Erwin Rusfian at 014-3335392.

WEDNESDAY, 17 AUGUST – Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) through its Psychology and Social Health Research Unit (UPPsiKS), Faculty of Psychology and Education recently organised a Student Motivation Programme at Banggi Secondary School, Kudat.

The programme was attended by 150 Form Five students of the school in preparation for their sitting in the Malaysian Education Certificate (SPM) examination later this year.

According to UPPsiKS Head, Dr. Ferlis Bullare, the motivation programme was one of UMS’ community service programmes to the community, especially to school students.

“Besides doing research activities, community service programme is one way for UPPsiKS to approach and interact with society outside.

“Among the aims of UPPsiKS running this activity is to bring awareness to the community outside of the campus on the existence and services in psychology offered to the community and society in Sabah,” he said.

Dr. Ferlis also hoped that their efforts in organising such events would help students in relation to their personality and increase their motivation in facing the upcoming examination.

The one-day programme among others expose students to know their personality, learning style according to their personality, emotional management skill and identify their emotional intelligence. – (fl)

Source: Psychology and Social Health Research Unit UMS

WEDNESDAY, 17 AUGUST – Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret to inform you that the Personal Financial Management Seminar, “Planning Your Finance”, scheduled to be held today, 17 August 2016, 2.00 pm is now POSTPONED to a date which will be announced later.

On behalf of the Housewives and Women Staff Club Universiti Malaysia Sabah (KESUMBA), we apologise for any inconvenience caused.

FRIDAY, 19 AUGUST – The Centre for the Promotion of Knowledge and Language (PPIB), Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) continues to impart fundamental language skills to students of UMS, in line with Shift 1 of the Malaysia Education Blueprint (Higher Education) - to have ‘Holistic Entrepreneurial and Balanced Graduates’ that encompassed English and Communication Skills, Curriculum Design, and Employability.

PPIB, through its English for Occupational Purposes (EOP) course under the English Language Cluster conducted a Language Use in the Profession workshop for its second year students undertaking this compulsory subject, as part of the syllabus.

More than 150 students obtained invaluable  experience at the two-hour workshop that not only highlighted on language use as professionals but also touched on the importance of top-to-toe image and appearance including tips on choosing the right attitude and attire befitting job interviews and the working environment.

“The workshop is very beneficial and useful where it focuses on dress code and more that add value to our knowledge.

“The session also included the do’s and don’t’s during interview for us to be better prepared and be more confident”, said Muhammad Firdaus Syarifuddin, a second year student taking Bachelor of Economics (Hons.) (Planning and Development Economics) under the Faculty of Business, Economics and Accountancy, UMS.

PPIB strives to provide relevant English language courses to undergraduates at UMS. The EOP course was specifically designed with the aim of equipping students to meet the English language needs and demands at the workplace.  Students also undergo simulated job interviews as part of the curriculum, in addition to conducting simulated meetings, negotiations, and presentations in English.