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Mohamad Kadim’s term as UNIMAS’ vice chancellor ends

KUCHING: The bitter and sweet experience of leading Univeriti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) for over 10 years has matured me, said former UNIMAS Vice Chancellor Professor Datuk Dr Mohamad Kadim Suaidi. UNIMAS through a statement announced that Mohamad Kadim’s position as Vice Chancellor has ended on December 14, 2023. “Alhamdulillah, my term as Vice-Chancellor has come […]

Step out of your comfort zone, be who you want to be

BY KAREN SIM WEN KUN Getting yourself out of your comfort zone means getting used to new challenges, and only by being exposed to new things can you discover your own abilities. Masni, a Year 3 student of International Economics at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), went from being a very introverted girl to becoming the […]

Kho encourages Chinese UNIMAS students to be ambassadors of culture

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Chinese students from the University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) are urged not only to learn about their culture but to effectively showcase it to the public, ensuring a nuanced understanding. This perspective was shared by Political Secretary to the Premier Kho Teck Wan during the UNIMAS Chinese Cultural Night 2023 held at UNIMAS last […]

UNIMAS inks collabs with Indonesian varsities

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Universitas Katolik Santo Agustinus Hippo (San Agustin) and Universitas Prima Indonesia (UNPRI) to strengthen its global partnerships. The MoU, signed by UNIMAS vice chancellor Datuk Dr Mohamad Kadim Suaidi, Dr Johanes Robini Marianto (Rector of San Agustin), and Dr Ali Napiah […]

UNIMAS Alumnus’ reflections on academic journey

By Amellda Sim Binti Percy Sim MELVIN Jangga Anak Rupitan, 23, recounts four significant years as an alumnus of the Faculty of Computer Science and Information Technology (FCSIT), pursuing a Bachelor of Computer Science (Software Engineering) with Honours at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), sharing his feats and achievements. A noteworthy chapter is ending within the […]

Unimas and RAF Technologies collaborate to propel clean water initiatives

SIMUNJAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) has formalised a strategic partnership by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with RAF Technologies Sdn Bhd, aiming to advance the realm of clean water treatment. The collaboration has garnered support from the Sarawak Rural Water Supply Department, with high expectations that this innovative water project will not only benefit […]

Simunjan Water Treatment Plant inaugural site for high-tech water filtration machine

SIMUNJAN: The Simunjan Water Treatment Plant has been selected as the inaugural site in Sarawak for a groundbreaking study involving the utilisation of the advanced water filtration machine, Al-Jazari NR10K. Developed by RAF Technologies Sdn Bhd in collaboration with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas), the Al-Jazari NR10K serves as a cutting-edge platform to improve the supply […]

Al-Jazari NR10K tech breakthrough solution for rural clean water access

SIMUNJAN: The Al-Jazari NR10K technology, a collaborative research effort involving the Faculty of Engineering at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) and the Unimas Water Centre, offers a new solution for rural communities to access clean and treated water. RAF Technologies Sdn Bhd CEO Dr Ahmad Fuad Shahrudin noted the technology’s uniqueness, as it does not rely […]

Beyond Graduation: A glimpse into the mind of an alumnus

By Michael Dimin anak Christopher Christie A convocation ceremony is symbolised as the indicator that one has succeeded in completing their degree life. It signifies the accomplishment of a student’s degree programme and recognises their effort, commitment, and intellectual development throughout their academic career. The 27th Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) Convocation Ceremony, which took place […]

Unimas first to introduce digital library

KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) has achieved a milestone by becoming the first university in Sarawak to introduce a cutting-edge digital library (e-Library). Yayasan Bank Rakyat (YBR), through the Serambi Ilmu Rakyat (SIR) Digital Library, also known as SIR Corner, has contributed a set of equipment to the Tun Abdul Rahman Ya’kub Library (PeTARY). […]