FLC Open Day: Upskilling, reskilling through ProCEL
BY DAYANG NUR MILLIANA FITRI AWANG OMAR THE Faculty of Language and Communication (FLC) at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) held an open day on May 17 and 18 at the faculty building to promote available courses to people wanting to pursue tertiary studies. The faculty offers three different courses — Strategic Communication, English for Global Communication, and […]
Malaria prevention education for longhouse folk
KAPIT: A unique community programme designed to bolster malaria awareness was held at Rumah Panjang Manok Manchal, Sg Yong, recently. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) Malaria Research Centre (MRC) director, Dr. Paul Cliff Simon Divis said this initiative was designed to engage participants of all ages and teach them about the importance of malaria prevention. “The […]
UNIMAS faculty to hold open day on May 17
KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Faculty of Language and Communication (FLC) of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) is gearing up to host its annual open day on May 17 and 18. This event aims to showcase FLC’s academic programmes, research opportunities, and activities. The coordinator of the English for Global Communication Programme (EGC) Dr Joseph Ramanair emphasised the importance […]
Longhouse folk get lessons on finance, sustainability
SRI AMAN: A community programme recently was held at Rumah Panjang Selepong Lop. It focused on helping local communities to manage daily expenses and savings through proper financial and accounting strategies. Programme leader and Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Jerome Kueh emphasised the importance of financial and environmental literacy for sustainable communities. “Empowering financial and […]
Keep politics out of BNM
KUCHING: The Bank Negara Malaysia (BNM) must firmly maintain its independence as an institution, free from any form of political influence. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Jerome Kueh emphasised that the BNM’s primary role is to maintain monetary stability and support sustainable economic growth, rather than pursuing short-term political agendas. He warned against government interference […]
UNIMAS embraces Ramadan spirit with bubur lambuk
By Leong Z-Keen In an effort to enliven the Ramadan atmosphere, Persatuan Bahasa dan Komunikasi (PERBAKOM) students and lecturers, on April 6, organised a distribution of bubur lambuk (savoury porridge) to University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) students. Both students and lecturers were spotted preparing and packing the bubur lambuk at the back of the Faculty of […]
Stress tests foster confidence in banks
KUCHING: Stress tests serve as valuable tools for banks to evaluate their financial health and resilience in the face of adverse economic conditions, acting as early warning indicators.Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) economist Jerome Kueh said it may enhance investors’ and customers’ confidence in the banking sector. He identified three factors contributing to this outcome. First, […]
Thumbs-up to proposed elevated expressway to end jams in Kota Samarahan
KUCHING: The suggestion to have an elevated expressway to end traffic congestion in Kota Samarahan is excellent, said Professor Julaihi Wahid. The Dean of Faculty of Built Environment, Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) said there should be at least a minimum of three lanes from Institut Tadbiran Awam Negara (INTAN) to ease traffic flow to the […]
Carbon credits can encourage emission reduction
KUCHING: To combat the effects of climate change, firms are being urged to take proactive measures to reduce their carbon emissions. One effective approach is through the use of cutting-edge technology and carbon pricing strategies, such as carbon credits. Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) economist Jerome Kueh said it was important to strike a balance between […]
Sarawak, Unimas in discussion to create kindy teacher training programme
By GOH PEI PEI & SARAH HAFIZAH CHANDRA KUCHING: The Sarawak government is in discussion with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) about offering a special training programme for teachers to acquire knowledge and skills in identifying children’s talents. Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg said he hoped that teachers, especially those in kindergartens or […]
