Universities nurturing entrepreneurship
BY DR KIZITO EMMANUEL NYEKO ENTREPRENEURIAL activity is one of the leading factors of economic growth, deriving value from taking risks and innovating. Ranked highly by the World Bank’s 2023 Doing Business Report, Malaysia has introduced various support measures to boost entrepreneurship. Universities, where talent is developed, play a crucial role in creating such entrepreneurial […]
School leavers advised to further studies
MATU: School leavers are advised to take the opportunity to further their studies at institutions of higher learning in Sarawak. According to the statement by Sarawak Public Communications Unit (UKAS), Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier Office (Integrity and Ombudsman) and Jemoreng assemblyman, Datuk Dr Juanda Jaya pointed out that many universities from abroad had […]
Resignations will not derail universities
KUCHING: The resignation of two United Malay National Organisation (Umno) division chiefs from the board of public universities will not affect their management, said Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) political science Prof Dr Jayum Jawan. “The chairs and members of university governing boards should be given to qualified people who can contribute to the advancement of […]
Serba Dinamik establishes new space economy nexus, plans space division in Q3
KUALA LUMPUR: Serba Dinamik Group Bhd (SDGB) is collaborating with seven institutions of higher learning as its strategic partners in Malaysia to establish a New Space Economy Nexus (NSEN) to explore the areas in space technology. A memorandum of collaboration was held today in a virtual event with the institutions, namely Universiti Tun Hussein Onn […]
Five most sought-after courses among Sarawakians
BY CRYSTAL WONG KUICHING: Courses and universities in Malaysia are plenty. When selecting a university, students need to make sure whether it falls into each category for a suitable course. Also, it is essential to understand the popularity of a course. Select the right university for the right course that has been recognised by the […]
Call to postpone physical learning sessions at universities
KUALA LUMPUR: The government should consider suspending physical learning sessions and instead continue with online and distance learning at higher learning institutions (IPT) nationwide. In making the call, Malaysian Young Graduates Association (Graduan) president Lee Seang Hock said the move is important to ensure the safety and health of graduates at this critical period of […]
Eight varsities to vie for glory in inaugural e-sports competition
KUALA LUMPUR: Eight local universities will compete in the country’s first University E-League (UeL) tournament, slated to be held from Oct 10 until Oct 17. UeL 2020 organiser, Prime Sports International (PSI) Sdn Bhd in a statement issued today, said the inaugural league will start with the quarter-final round on Oct 10, followed by the […]
