News and photo by Narmatha Devi AP Jayakumar
UUM proudly participated in the National University of Singapore (NUS) Go Global Fair 2024 along with other universities from various countries, such as the University of California, Berkeley, UCLA, Seoul National University, Humboldt-Universtat zu Berlin, Mahidol University, The University of Sydney, Peking University, University College London, and Sungkyunkwan University, the oldest university in East Asia. The event was conducted on 18 January 2024 at the NUS U-Town, Stephen Riady Centre. UUM had the honour of showcasing its renowned Summer Program at NUS. The delegation was led by Associate Prof. Dr. Norliza Katuk, the Deputy Director for Global Engagement at the Centre of International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC). Two Global Buddies Club (GBC) members, Cheah Hui Lam and Narmatha Devi, also represented UUM at the fair.
The NUS event, attended by representatives from approximately 30 universities, provided a dynamic platform for international collaboration and exchanging ideas within the expansive partnership network. The UUM team highlighted and promoted its Summer XChange 2024 programs at the Go Global Fair and leveraged the opportunity to promote the program and extend offerings to other participating universities. These programs include:
1. Cultural Kaleidoscope: Discovering Malaysia's Food, Craft, Dance, and Heritage
2. Malaysia, Truly Asia: Discovering the Diversity of Law & Governance
3. Paddy Production Sustainability and Agro'Edu-Tourism: Floating Crops and Aquaculture Farming
4. Malaysian Gastronomy: Discovering Malaysia's Multi-Ethnic Palate
5. Learn Malay Language & Discover Malay Culture
6. Embracing the English Language Tapestry through the Early Southeast Asian Heritage
This diverse range of programs reflects UUM's commitment to cultural diversity and offers participants a unique opportunity to delve into Malaysia's rich heritage and academic landscapes. The involvement of GBC students in promoting these programs at the international level strengthened UUM's global network and facilitated the offering of these programs to other universities participating in the fair.
The Go Global Fair further broadened UUM's partnerships, promoting cultural and academic diversity. It catalyzed the identification of potential research collaborators, enriching UUM's international programs and enhancing its reputation for inclusivity and diversity. Members of the Global Buddies Club actively engaged with representatives from various universities, explored educational opportunities, and contributed to the event's overall success. It aligns seamlessly with UUM's commitment to holistic education and global engagement.
Visit the CIAC website at http://ciac.uum.edu.my/summer-exchange for more information about Summer Xchange @UUM.