TUESDAY, 28 APRIL – The Islamic Centre of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) is ready to work with various parties including the Islamic Development Department of Malaysia (JAKIM) to disseminate information particularly issues related to the teachings of Islam.

This include the organising of special talks, preparation of Friday sermon texts at UMS mosque and programmes on awareness towards the love of religion and nation as well as living harmoniously among the multiracial society of Malaysia.

This was stated in a statement by the representative of UMS Islamic Centre at a meeting between JAKIM Directors and Directors of Islamic Centres of Public Universities and Institutions of Higher Learning, at the Executive Board Room, UMS recently.

The meeting among others touched on the cooperation between JAKIM and the Islamic Centres of universities in Malaysia in providing clear explanations on Jihad and the Malaysian Syariah Index.

The meeting chaired by the Deputy Director (Human Development) JAKIM, Dato’ Haji Razali Shahabudin, also recommended that the Islamic Centre of each university coordinate with the relevant agencies such as the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), National Security Council (MKN) and others pertaining to the organising of information programmes on issues such as the misconceptions on Jihad which was increasingly worrying of late. – (fl)


Source: Islamic Center, UMS


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MONDAY, 27 APRIL – The Faculty of Humanities, Arts and Heritage (FKSW) Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) will organise a Workshop and Choir Concert UMS in Sabah on 29 and 30 April.

According to the Head of Music Programme, FKSW, Resot Igau, this is one of FKSW’s programme organised annually to integrate UMS music students, choir coaches and music teachers from secondary schools, government sector and music associations in this state.

“The workshop will be conducted by music experts from Japan, Dr. Masashi Kishimoto and local musician, Mak Chie Hoe who will share new techniques to improve the quality of choir,” he said.

The two-day programme aimed to provide intensive and quality training to all choir coaches who can contribute to the development of the music and choir industry in Sabah.

Meanwhile, Programme Coordinator, Adsone Matthew Mitty Gabu said the workshop was expected to produce young people who appreciate universal art and music.

The highlight of the programme will be held on 30 April with vocal concert performance from workshop participants and a special appearance by In Unity Chorale and The Saints groups.

The concert will commence at 8.00 pm at the Recital Hall UMS. – ZMD (fl)


Source: FKSW


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MONDAY, 27 APRIL – Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) contingent is ready to face the challenges ahead at the Statutory Bodies Sports Championship (SUKANUN) 2015 which will be held from 28 April to 3 May.

UMS Acting Registrar, No’man Hj Ahmad who is Head of Contingent said, a total of 158 athletes representing UMS were ready to give a stiff fight in all events participated.

“UMS Contingent this time is sending a large number of athletes to participate in 13 events contested since the championship is held in Sabah,” he said.

He was speaking at the handing-over of UMS flag ceremony to the contingent held at UMS Gallery this morning.

Meanwhile, the Vice-Chancellor, Prof. Datuk Dr. Mohd Harun Abdullah reminded all athletes who were competing to demonstrate the spirit of sportsmanship and practice a high discipline while representing UMS in the championship.

“Whilst taking part in sports, use this opportunity to make friends with each other and strengthen the friendship between athletes from various statutory bodies throughout the country.

“We hope the athletes will compete to their best and to show a good performance to bring glory to UMS nationally,” he said.

SUKANUN 2015 saw Universiti Teknologi Mara (UiTM) Sabah Branch selected to host the championship, and some of the events will be contested in several places around Kota Kinabalu. – MA (fl)


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MONDAY, 27 APRIL – Of late, corruption is seen to occur rampantly, with the involvement of various groups including the young among civil servants, businessmen, university students and others.

Thus, the Anti-Corruption and Integrity Carnival (KIARA) Sabah State Level organised by the Secretariat of Universiti Malaysia Sabah (SPRUMS) could serve as a platform for educating the young about the value of integrity and sense of responsibility in the fight against corruption.

Director of the Community Education Division Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC), Dato’ Shamsun Baharin Mohd Jamil in his speech said this at the closing ceremony of the carnival held at the Main Lecture Hall 2, UMS recently.

He said, having a materialistic mentality, embracing the easy way out and getting rich quickly were becoming more common in the Malaysian culture, thus leading to the problem of corruption, misappropriation and abuse of power.

“Therefore, KIARA is a good effort as a platform for each generation to hold discussions and express views that can help and benefit MACC.

“With the organising of this programme, it is hoped that participants could improve their knowledge and awareness and determination in the fight against corruption, which is widespread,” he expressed.

During the ceremony, Dato’ Shamsun also presented prizes to the participants from secondary schools who competed in several competitions held in conjunction with the KIARA programme.

The carnival in collaboration with the Sabah State Education Department and the Department of Student Affairs UMS had brought together secondary school students from 23 schools around Kota Kinabalu. –MA (fl)


Photo: Johaidi Ismail


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