nurlina arappe mppMONDAY, 05 JANUARY – Students should check on the validity of certain information especially in a state when the public is dealing with any crisis.

According to the Deputy President of the Student Representatives Council (MPP) of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS), Nurlina Arappe, students need to learn from recent cases involving the spreading of false information related to the flood crisis in the East Coast of Peninsular Malaysia which triggered misunderstanding among the authorities, flood victims and the public.

“Hence, the need for awareness that spreading of such information is not something that can be taken lightly because any information submitted have an impact no matter how large or small. The spreading of information that is not authentic will create slander, misunderstanding and chaos in society,” she said.

She added that legal action should be taken against individuals who were not responsible and tried to take advantage of the crisis

She was speaking to UMS media when asked to comment on the spreading of false information through social media and social sites recently.

In view of that, Nurlina urged UMS students to not fall into the act of spreading false news. – SS (fl)


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pendaftar Kesah himpunFRIDAY, 02 JANUARY – Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) Registrar, Datuk Abdullah Hj Mohd Said highlighted on four aspects to promote excellence in their work; knowledge, skills, attitude and health, abbreviated to ‘KeSAH’.

He was speaking at the Gallery, Chancellery Building in front of about 150 management and professional Level officers including support and administrator staff.

Datuk Abdullah added, the four aspects were aimed to produce staff or employees who are excellent and made UMS proud.

“Make KeSAH your daily practice. Although initially it might be difficult to implement but eventually it will become part of our culture,” he said.

He cited the appointment of the new Chief Executive Officer of Malaysia Airlines (MAS) as an example, Christoph Mueller who held an excellent track record, and who was chosen to helm MAS as its new leader from 2015.

Datuk Abdullah also launched a book ‘Panduan Perkhidmatan Universiti’ (University’s Services Reference Book) as a reference and guide for all staff.

Also present were Deputy Vice-Chancellor Academic and International, Prof. Dr. Shariff AK Omang and Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Student Affairs and Alumni, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ismail Ali. – CD (fl)


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TNC HEP DR. ISMAIL ALIFRIDAY, 02 JANUARY – Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) launched its flood relief mission to help areas potentially hit by floods around Sabah.

This was stated by Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs and Alumni) UMS, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ismail Ali in a meeting today.

According to him, the distribution of aid to face the floods was a proactive step by UMS which could be used by those affected by the disaster.

“The proceeds were collected from clubs and associations in UMS as well as contributions from outside parties,” he said.

He added that the contributions had helped reduce the burden of the more than 200 families in areas potentially affected by floods such as Beaufort, Kota Marudu and Kota Belud.

About 70 students and staff of UMS participated in the distribution of aid on 4 January (Sunday). – ZMD (fl)


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pray4floodvictimTUESDAY, 30 DECEMBER - Concern for the flood victims in Kelantan, Terengganu, Perak and Pahang, Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) provides a few dedicated channels to the management and staff of the university, and also the public to give their contribution and assistance.
 
For example, Universiti Malaysia Sabah Housewives and Women’s Club (KESUMBA) has launched a relief fund, Tabung Bantuan Mangsa Banjir, for the purposes.
 
The fund is launched in hope to assist the flood victims who are now stationed at the evacuation centres temporarily while waiting for the tide to low. Hopefully, this fund will also ease and lighten the victims’ burden.
 
KESUMBA welcomes the support and assistance from the staffs to make this mission a success by donating money to CIMB KESUMBA account – 860 143 9537.
 
Every donation to the account must be notified to KESUMBA by emailing Alamat emel ini dilindungi dari Spambot. Anda perlu hidupkan JavaScript untuk melihatnya. or 016-848 8488 (Mdm. Silawati Khamis) or 011-2683 5105 (Ms. Liana Nasir) for audit and record purposes.
 
Meanwhile, a collecting centre was also opened for this purpose. Essential items for the victims can be drop-off at Exhibition Gallery, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FPSK), Lower Ground, FPSK Building UMS. -MA-

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MASKUM 1 webFRIDAY, 26th DECEMBER – Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) become the host in conjunction with the Varsiti Volunteers 2014 seminar held at Gallery recently.

The one-day-seminar was held aiming to give information and training to the university volunteers as their preparation to handle volunteer activities.

According to the statement from UMS Department of Student Affairs, the seminar also giving opportunities to the participants to plan and implement volunteer activities.

The opening ceremony was officiate by Chairman of the Malaysian Universities Volunteer Commission (MASKUM), Prof. Dr. Mohamed Fadzil Che Din and participate by 300 participants from various Higher Learning Institution (IPTA).

There are six modules in the seminar; among them are basic voluntary, types of activities in voluntary and planning a voluntary project. The seminar was presented by experienced speakers.

Present at the seminar was UMS Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs and Alumni), Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ismail Ali, and Universiti Teknikal Melaka (UTEM) Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs and Alumni), Prof. Madya Dr. Izaidin Abd Majid. –HH–

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