Sintok, 6 November 2024 – The Centre for International Affairs and Cooperation (CIAC) extends its heartfelt thanks to all host lecturers who played a vital role in welcoming and supporting 13 distinguished visiting professors during the UUM International Faculty Exchange Week (IFEX @ UUM 2024), held from 2 to 8 November 2024.
Throughout the week, the visiting professors engaged in a range of impactful activities that enriched the academic environment at UUM. They participated in guest lectures, seminars, research discussions, and community service activities, sharing their knowledge and expertise with UUM students and faculty. These interactions brought fresh perspectives to the classroom, broadened research discussions, and provided unique learning experiences for students beyond the typical academic curriculum.
The visiting professors, who travelled from various international institutions, were graciously hosted by dedicated UUM faculty members from different schools:
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Siti Nazuar Sailin from the School of Education hosted two visiting lecturers: Assoc. Prof. Dr. Zulfitria Zaidir from Universitas Muhammadiyah Jakarta, Indonesia, and Dr. Dian Sa'adillah Maylawati from Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, Indonesia.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rafizah Mohd Rawian from the School of Multimedia Technology and Communication welcomed Dr. Pepi Siti Paturohmah, a visiting lecturer from Universitas Islam Negeri Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, Indonesia.
- Dr. Sharifah Fazliyaton Shaik Ismail from the School of Technology Management and Logistics hosted Dr. Aidil Syah Putra from Universitas Muhammadiyah Tangerang, Indonesia.
- Mohamad Amir Abu Seman from the School of Business Management was the host for Dr. Iwan Awaluddin Yusuf, visiting from Universitas Islam Indonesia.
- Dr. Joyce Cheah Lynn-Sze from the School of Languages, Civilisation and Philosophy welcomed Dr. Rika Lusri Virga, who joined IFEX from Sunan Kalijaga State Islamic University Yogyakarta, Indonesia.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Syariza Abdul Rahman from the School of Education hosted Dr. Dian Nuraiman, visiting from UIN Sunan Gunung Djati Bandung, Indonesia.
- Dr. Adura Ahmad from the School of Business Management welcomed Dr. Kiky Srirejeki, a visiting lecturer from Universitas Jenderal Soedirman, Indonesia.
- Dr. Fatimah Azzahraa’ Mohd Sobri from the School of Quantitative Sciences was the host for Dr. Linas Kliucininkas, visiting from Kaunas University of Technology, Lithuania.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shafini Mohd. Shafie from the School of Applied Psychology, Social Work and Policy hosted Dr. Erry Ika Rhofita from Islamic State University of Sunan Ampel Surabaya, Indonesia.
- Dr. Tunku Nur Atikhah Tunku Abaidah from the School of International Studies welcomed Dr. Tran Minh Tung, who joined from FPT University, Vietnam.
- Assoc. Prof. Dr. Shazida Jan Mohd Khan from the School of Economics, Finance and Banking was the host for Dr. Sana Fayyaz, visiting from Bahauddin Zakariya University of Multan, Pakistan.
- Dr. Diara Md Jadi from the School of Technology Management and Logistics welcomed Assoc. Prof. Dr. Piotr Manikowski, who joined from Poznan University of Economics and Business, Poland.
The CIAC also extends its sincere appreciation to the Deputy Deans of Academic and International across UUM’s schools for their support, dedication, and commitment in ensuring that IFEX @ UUM 2024 ran smoothly. Their involvement in organizing and coordinating these meaningful interactions allowed the visiting professors to feel genuinely welcomed and made the program’s activities highly engaging for all participants.
The CIAC is grateful for the collaboration, warmth, and commitment demonstrated by the UUM faculty and leadership, which brought IFEX @ UUM 2024 to life. The successful completion of this program reinforces UUM’s commitment to international academic partnerships and cultural exchange, laying the foundation for lasting connections between UUM and its global partners.