Promoting socio-economic diversity in higher education
By Ms Cynthia Aling I recently came across a social media reel that asked university students which university has the highest number of wealthy students enrolled. It was disheartening to hear universities being labelled as exclusive to the wealthy. Why should someone’s social class be linked to their pursuit of higher education? Socio-economic diversity is […]
Opar rep urges students to overcome English language apprehension
BAU: Opar assemblyman Billy Sujang has urged educators to inspire prospective students and alleviate concerns about English language proficiency, noting its use as the medium of instruction in state government Institutions of Higher Education (IPT). Expressing concerns among students about their proficiency in English, particularly as it is used in universities offering free education from […]
23 more students for higher education
DARO: Twenty-three more students from the constituency here have successfully secured offers for admission to higher education centers this year. According to Daro assemblyman Safiee Ahmad, this brings the overall number of student admissions to 76 for the year 2023. “Alhamdulillah, every year sees an increase in the number of children from Daro who have […]
Aid to students in public and private institutions mulled
KUCHING: Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg has hinted that educational assistance will be provided to Sarawakian students studying in public and private higher education institutions. As the state is moving towards offering free tertiary education by 2026, Abang Johari said that the government is considering assistance to be given to students […]
Exploring the feasibility of funding higher education
‘The more subsidised it is, the less free it is. What is known as ‘free education’ is the least free of all, for it is a state-owned institution; it cannot possibly be separated from political control.’ — Frank Chodorov (1887-1966); an American writer, editor, and thinker known for his contributions to libertarian thought and his […]
Hope Place assists single mother struggling to provide for her children
KUCHING: Hope Place recently visited a single mother and her three children living in Muara Tuang. The single mother, Jothi Yakut, 46, is currently struggling to provide for her children who are still in school despite being self-reliant. Hope Place, in its statement, added that Jothi takes care of three children, with two already in […]
Ministry developing code of ethics for AI
KUALA LUMPUR: The Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation (MoSTI), in collaboration with Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, representatives of government agencies, higher education institutions and industry players, is developing a code of ethics and governance for artificial intelligence (AI). Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation Chang Lih Kang in a Facebook post said the code of […]
Free education plan sends powerful message: Manjeet
KUCHING: The plan to provide free higher education for Sarawakians by 2026 will help reduce poverty as more children will have access to further study, which will eventually help them secure better job prospects and higher incomes. Pertubuhan Pembangunan Insan Sarawak (PPIS) President Manjeet Kaur Sidhu said one of the primary barriers that hinder talented […]
Programme provides RM59,100 educational aid to 164 students in Sarikei
SARIKEI: ‘Program Menyantuni’ continues its mission of assisting communities in need, providing vital aid and support to alleviate burdens. Sarawak Deputy Minister for Urban Planning, Land Administration and Environment, Datuk Len Talif Salleh pointed out the significance of this approach in ensuring proper protection for those involved. “One of the key aspects of the programme […]
50 students rewarded by assemblyman
SIBU: Fifty outstanding students from SMK Sacred Heart were recognised for their achievements in last year’s Sijil Tinggi Pelajaran Malaysia (STPM) at centenary hall yesterday (July 28). Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng Jin Ek presented cash incentives to the students based on their STPM results. Those who obtained 2A received RM200, while 3A recipients received […]
