KUCHING: Family members, lecturers and also friends are among the contributors to her success, says a Diploma in Quantity Surveying graduate.
Nur Khairina Khairul Hisham was speaking to New Sarawak Tribune yesterday at Universiti Teknologi Mara Sarawak’s (UiTM) 90th convocation ceremony at its campus in Kota Samarahan near here.
“I am currently pursuing my degree in quantity surveying (QS), and hopefully I can continue to do my masters after that,” she added.
The 23-year-old, who is the only daughter in the family, when asked what she aimed for after her studies, said she wanted to venture into the oil and gas industry.
Khairina scored a CGPA of 3.69 and believed with her qualification, she could achieve success in her career.
Meanwhile, Abang Mohd Danish Abang Busmah, 21, also a Diploma in QS graduate, said he was excited and all he wanted was to make his parents proud.
“I am currently taking my degree in the same field in Shah Alam, and I can’t wait for the next achievement,” he said.
When asked on his advice to other students, Danish said, “If you want to go far, you need to go together, and never forget the ones who have supported you along the way.”
Meanwhile, Jason Dana Patrick, who graduated in Diploma in Sports Science and Recreation, said his dream was to become a teacher.
“I like sports and at the same time I like to teach too, therefore I will continue my degree in the same field, then further my master’s in education so that I can become a sports teacher,” he said.
The 22-year-old from Kuching, and the second child in the family, said he would either choose to teach at UiTM or in secondary schools in the future.
“To all my friends, and the other students, always do your best, and don’t be afraid to learn after you fall. After all, failure is what makes you stronger,” Jason shared.
“And I also want to thank all my lecturers who have taught and guided me in my studies. I couldn’t come this far without them,” he said.
During the convocation ceremony, a total of 42 excellent graduates received the Vice-Chancellor Award (ANC).
The award is given to those who maintain a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.50 and above every semester, and obtain a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.50 and above.
