TUESDAY, 11 FEBRUARY – The Higher Learning Institution Games (SUKIPT) 2014 held at Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Shah Alam, Selangor continues today with fierce competition among the 107 contingents of public and private higher learning institutions in their quest to grab the elusive medals.

UMS contingent added another gold to their tally with two silver and three bronze through six events.

Head secretariat of the university’s contingent, Charles Thomas when contacted by Chancellery media said, the gold was contributed by fencer Laura Simon through the Women Epee category.

According to him, Laura struggled through the semi-finals in a tough battle that saw her fencing her way to the finals against Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) fencer with a 15-14 point.

“Her brilliant performance carried through to the next round when she beat host UiTM with 15 points against 11.

“Two silver medals were collected by El Said Aziz and Maxanzie Jetol through the Men Long Jump and Men Javelin respectively,” he said.

He further added that the bronze medals were obtained through three female athletes; Merry Gabali, Shirley Ling Shio Ling and Aisyah Fatihah Ma’alif.

“They contributed the bronze medals through Long Jump, Tennis and Petanque. With this addition, UMS medal tally now stands at three gold, six silver and eight bronze,” he stated. – SS [FL]

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TUESDAY, 11 FEBRUARY – The Information Technology and Communication Department (JTMK) conducted a knowledge and community mission with the villagers of Kampung Kuala Laut, Papar in conjunction with the Maulidur Rasul celebration Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) level recently.

The programme was simultaneously held at Surau Nurul Hikmah and 1Malaysia Village Centre and was officiated by state assemblyman (ADUN) Pantai Manis, Datuk Haji Abdul Rahim Ismail.

In his speech, he urged that such activities be further intensified, not only to commemorate the birth of the prophet Muhammad s.a.w. but as a good practice which should be continued.

 He also praised the efforts of UMS in giving donations to the residents of the village.

Over 30 JTMK staff along with the villagers had a gotong royong to clean the surrounding areas of the surau and 1Malaysia Centre. At the same time, a special class on the use of Microsoft software to primary school students was conducted in a pleasant atmosphere.

Prayer mats, rihal, PA system, grass-cutter, carpets, white boards and surah Yassin manuscript were also handed over to the management of Surau Nurul Hikmah, Kampung Kuala Laut and Surau Ar-Rahimi, Kampung Laut Papar. – MAA [FL]

 
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MONDAY, 10 FEBRUARY – The gotong royong activity at Kampung Binsulok organised by the Chancellery Department, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) was not only a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme by the department but a chance to be with the local community in carrying out one of Prophet Muhammad s.a.w. sunnah.

Assistant Minister to the Chief Minister, Datuk Ariffin Arif said the practice of gotong royong was a sunnah of the prophet and Muslims were required to practice this sunnah of Prophet Muhammad in their everyday life.

“In addition to gotong royong, the CSR at Kampung Binsulok also gave the chance for UMS staff to be with the local community and to champion knowledge in addition to strengthening relationship with each other.

“These are all the sunnah of the prophet and to commemorate Maulidur Rasul by performing the sunnah of the prophet which is praiseworthy,” he said when officiating the CSR of Chancellery Department at Kampung Binsulok.

A total of 140 UMS staff along with the Sabah Brunei Community Association (PMBS) and the villagers worked together in repairing the mosque, library, KAFA huts and the school building of Sekolah Kebangsaan Binsulok, Membakut.

UMS Chancellery Department also donated computers and educational materials to the pupils of the school there. - MAA [FL]

 
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MONDAY, 10 FEBRUARY – Education, knowledge and skills play an important role in determining our future direction.

Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Datuk Dr. Mohd. Harun Abdullah said the three basic elements should be in every student so as to be competent when they enter the working world.

“Set your target, focus on your goal, keep the momentum of your excellent achievement,” he said at the Outstanding Student Awards Ceremony 2013 at Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (SMK) Sungai Damit, Tamparuli, a school under the Malaysian Academic Publishing Council (MAPIM). His speech was read by the Dean of the School of Social Sciences, Prof. Dato’ Mohd Hamdan Hj Adnan.

Datuk Harun added that outstanding students were nurtured through the support and motivation encouraged by both parents who always strive to provide financial assistance and materials for school.

“Their sacrifices cannot be compensated by the children in monetary value, but enough by achieving excellence in education and a better life of their own. These are more meaningful for the parents,” he said.

He also reminded students to appreciate the sacrifices made by their teachers who were dedicated in educating and ensuring success for their students.

The event which was jointly organised by UMS Publishing Unit saw a total of 45 outstanding students from St. Michael, Penampang; SMK Sungai Damit, Tamparuli and SMK Bundu Tuhan, Ranau received their awards.

The opening ceremony was officiated by the Minister of Local Government and Housing Sabah, Datuk Hj. Hajiji Mohd. Noor.

Also present were the District Education Officer, Tah Niah Hj. Jaman; Tamparuli People Development Leader, Datuk Jahid Jahim; Head of UMS Publishing Unit , Assoc. Prof. Dr. Asmady Idris; Deputy Director of UTM Press, Hj Khalid Mazlan and principals of schools involved. – SS [FL]

 

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