Unimas forum discusses digital age of journalism
BY EDWINNIE EINSTEIN UNJI KOTA SAMARAHAN: The Faculty of Education, Language and Communication at Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) hosted an engaging mini forum on Wednesday (Oct 23) at the PeTARY Auditorium. The forum featured prominent figures in the nation’s media industry, namely Malaysian Press Institute (MPI) president Datuk Yong Soo Heong, and chief executive officer […]
A new chapter for UNIMAS: Celebrating leadership and legacy
“By recognising the significance of education, our community will not be left behind in the journey of progress,” – Head of State Tun Pehin Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. This week, Head of State Tun Pehin Seri Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar was officially proclaimed as the fourth Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS). […]
Wan Junaidi proclaimed Unimas Chancellor
KUCHING: Head of State Tun Pehin Seri Dr. Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar has been proclaimed as the fourth Chancellor of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas). He replaces the late Tun Pehin Sri Abdul Taib Mahmud. As a distinguished figure, visionary, and experienced in management and governance, Wan Junaidi is expected to further strengthen Unimas’ vision and […]
Unimas launches National Language Movement, Writers’ Club, National Local Insight Seminar
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (Unimas) officially launched the Unimas’ National Language Movement, the Unimas Higher Education Institution (IPT) Writers’ Club, and the National Local Insight Seminar 2024. According to Dr Remmy Gedat, the initiative is an effort to instil a sense of pride in the national language. “The national language is a language of knowledge […]
UNIMAS freshies told to strive for excellence
KOTA SAMARAHAN: New students of the 2024/2025 session at University Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) have been encouraged to embrace five core values to shape themselves into responsible individuals who can contribute to the development of Sarawak and Malaysia. UNIMAS Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Ahmad Hata Rasit highlighted five core values: exemplary, integrity, equity, tenacity, and collegiality. […]
UNIMAS launches fully digital file management system at student pledge ceremony
KOTA SAMARAHAN: A total of 3,610 new students of Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) participated in the Student Pledge Ceremony held at Arena Gemilang, DeTAR Putra, marking the end of their orientation week and the beginning of their academic journey. UNIMAS Vice Chancellor Professor Dr. Ahmad Hata Rasit officiated at the launch of the university’s first […]
Discussing sustainable solutions to rising living costs
KUCHING: The Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) held the Goods, Price Stabilisation and Cost of Living Seminar, addressing the rising cost of living and the need for effective strategies to manage prices of essential goods across the state. The seminar, themed “Issues, Challenges and Strategies,” gathered policymakers, industry experts, and stakeholders at the Waterfront Hotel here […]
UNIMAS digital initiative benefits 17,054 students
KUCHING: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) has installed 1,600 wireless access points in key areas across the campus to provide students with fast internet access recently. The university provided a 10 Gigabit per second (Gbps) high-speed broadband internet capacity, offering comprehensive Wi-Fi services to 17,054 students for teaching, learning, research, innovation, and its sustainability initiatives. “All students […]
Committed to provide financial aid for needy students
KOTA SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) is reaffirming its commitment to ensuring higher education remains accessible for all, particularly students from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. UNIMAS, in collaboration with the Ministry of Higher Education (MoHE), has introduced various financial aid initiatives to support students, especially those from the B40 income group. Under the successful SULUNG 2.0 […]
UNIMAS solidifies collaboration with IBFIM, UNTAN and Emerald Publishing
SAMARAHAN: Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS) recently inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Islamic Banking and Finance Institute Malaysia (IBFIM) during the Finance, Economics, and Business Sustainability (FEBS) Conference 2024. According to UNIMAS’ press statement, the MoU was to establish a framework for collaboration in areas of mutual interest, supporting industry-specific technical certifications and professional […]
