FRIDAY, 08 MAY – ‘Rentas Borneo’ 2015 programme, with the aim of getting closer with the interior community of Sabah achieved its goal for Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) when a total of 92 member group using 23 four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles helped conclude the mission.

Rentas Borneo 2015, organised by the Faculty of Psychology and Education (FPP) and the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FPSK), UMS chose the small town Pagalungan located in Pensiangan, Nabawan to hold their community service and their research on the socio-economic of the community.

Chairman of Rentas Borneo 2015 who is also the Dean of FPP, Prof. Ismail Ibrahim said, in addition to bond UMS with the rural community, the participants would also be able to explore and understand the way of life of this community and with limited access to their area.

“The people of Pagalungan welcomed the approach by UMS and hopes that a series of such programmes would be held in their area in the future,” he said when met at Pagalungan Cultural Hall.

According to him, the joy was clearly shown on the faces of the community when they saw the presence of UMS especially in a large group to come and see for themselves their village.

He added, Rentas Borneo 2015 participants also conducted a number of community activities, education and cultural performances to the community there.

“Among the activities held was an English language motivational workshop conducted by the Dean of the Faculty of International Finance Labuan, Associate Professor Dr. Syed Nasirin Syed Zainol Abidin; a workshop on drawing and colouring by the Deputy Dean of Student Affairs and Alumni, Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Heritage (FKSW), Associate Professor Dr. Baharudin Mohd Arus; vocal class by FKSW lecturer, Sharip Zainal Sagkif Shek; academic lectures and methods of application for admission to the university, clothes donation, karaoke competition, 4WD exhibition, vehicle demonstration and visit to Kg. Selungai long house,” he further added.

Prof, Dr. Ismail also expressed his appreciation for the commitment of all participants who participated in this programme.

“I am very grateful for the commitment shown by all participants, especially vehicle drivers who are mostly members of the 4WD Drive Club UMS who are willing to support such community programme that are mentally and physically challenging,” he quipped.

The programme, which took four days was officiated by Member of Parliament for Pensiangan and Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Joseph Kurup. – CD (fl)


Photo: Johaidi Ismail


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THURSDAY, 07 MAY – Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) through the Chancellery Department this morning received recognition on Occupational Health and Safety Management System Certification for the OHSAS 18001:2007 and MS1722:2011 in a ceremony held at the Gallery, UMS.

The scope of certification for the Chancellery Department included the Chancellery Office, Internal Audit, Islamic Centre UMS, Department of Information and Communication Technology, Occupational Health and Safety Centre and EcoCampus Management Centre.

The recognition of certification was presented by the Chairman of the Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Lee Lam Thye.

In his speech, he said he was impressed with UMS Occupational Safety and Health Policy that was committed to realise and cultivate safe working practices through compliance with the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994.

“The recognition of certification today clearly demonstrates the efforts of the employer, namely UMS in providing protection to its employees in terms of occupational safety and health to prevent accidents and injuries,” he explained.

He also hoped that the scope of this certification could be expanded to other departments and faculties within UMS campus.

“With this management system, the task of monitoring, measurement and verification of occupational safety and health performance can be implemented in a systematic and effective way,” he concluded. – MA (fl)


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THURSDAY, 07 MAY – The Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Professor Datuk Dr. Mohd Harun Abdullah today said that UMS was still waiting for the official report from the police before any action could be taken against those involved in the 1 May anti-GST rally.

He said the university treat this matter seriously even though it happened outside the campus.

“However, at this point we leave it to the authorities to carry out further investigations,” he said, adding that there might be four to six students involved.

He was met after the OHSAS18001:2007O and MS 1722:2011 Occupational Safety and Health Management System (OSHMS) Certificate Handing Over Ceremony in conjunction with World OSH Day UMS level held at the Gallery, Chancellery Building. – SS (fl)


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THURSDAY, 07 MAY – Tun Fuad Residential College (KKTF) through the Housing and Hospitality Student Affairs Department (HEP) Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) welcomed visitors from Universiti Malaya (UM) First Residential College delegation, recently.

The delegation comprised 19 members headed by their Principal, Dr. Firdaus Hariri.

The delegation’s arrival was warmly welcomed by KKTF Principal, Dr. Puteri Hayati Megat Ahmad and the management and fellow at the Seminar Room, Multipurpose Hall KKTF.

The delegation was briefed on the management of the residential colleges at UMS by HEP Senior Dormitory Assistant Manager, Sudirman Laruju.

During the visit, an information sharing session by the members was also held between the two entities before the guests were brought around KKTF.

Also present was the Senior Assistant Manager of the residential colleges, Mat Usup Haji Rashid. – SS (fl)


Source: Residential College Tun Fuad


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