http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/2010.asp Subscribe to RSS feeds on UCSI University's media alerts compiled from the Kuala Lumpur campus's media room. en-us http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/christmas.asp Kuala Lumpur, 23 Dec 2010 - Christmas season is upon us again and with it a sense of joy, goodwill and cheerful spirits. For some, Christmas is a religious holiday, for others it’s a time to spend with family and friends, while for some Christmas is a much-needed rest after a busy year. 23 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT December http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/smart.asp Kuala Lumpur, 21 Dec 2010 - UCSI University’s engineering students are set to be more industry-relevant in a smart collaboration with National Instruments (NI). 23 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT December http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/fund.asp Kuala Lumpur, 15 Dec 2010 - UCSI University Foundation has pledged RM731,740 for the 2011 Sin Chew Daily Education Fund, which provides scholarships for underprivileged youth to pursue tertiary education. 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT December http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/scholar.asp Kuala Lumpur, 13 Dec 2010 - Close to 100 UCSI University Foundation Scholarship recipients for year 2010 gathered recently for a year-end festivity held at the Blue Ocean Strategy Hall of North Wing campus. 15 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT December http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/applied.asp Kuala Lumpur, 04 Dec 2010 - Former students from UCSI University’s Faculty of Applied Sciences came together recently at an alumni gathering to meet their former lecturers and classmates. 17 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT December http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/tommy.asp Kuala Lumpur, 02 Dec 2010 - Tommy Emmanuel c.g.p., two-time Grammy nominee and renowned guitarist, was at UCSI University to conduct a short workshop for students and members of the public. 10 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT December http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/tourism.asp Kuala Lumpur, 30 Nov 2010 - UCSI University has been appointed by the Malaysian Ministry of Higher Education to lead a government initiative aimed at developing human capital for the nation's hospitality and tourism industry. 01 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/mba.asp Kuala Lumpur, 29 Nov 2010 - UCSI University’s Masters in Business Administration (MBA) students presented their case study today to demonstrate to the public, which also included industrial experts, their application of Blue Ocean Strategy (BOS) tools and values covered in their syllabus. 10 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/birthday.asp Kuala Lumpur, 28 Nov 2010 - It was an evening of festivities during a private dinner party to celebrate the birthdays of two of UCSI University’s most prominent figures. 10 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/winners.asp Kuala Lumpur, 27 Nov 2010 - UCSI University’s BizPlan Competition concluded today, with the service category first prize going to Be Leaf, comprising of Tan Lee Ngar, Lye Phui Yan and Tan Huey Ghee. 01 Dec 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/prom.asp Kuala Lumpur, 25 Nov 2010 - The School of A-Levels Student Association (SALSA) recently held its Prom Night at Hotel Maya Kuala Lumpur. 25 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/makeup.asp Kuala Lumpur, 20 Nov 2010 - UCSI Group’s Laurent Bleu Skin Science Centre is now offering short courses in beauty therapy to the public. 26 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/alumni.asp Kuala Lumpur, 15 Nov 2010 - Former students from UCSI University’s Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Built Environment (FEABE) came together on Saturday to meet each other. 26 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/BizPlan2.asp Kuala Lumpur, 15 Nov 2010 - UCSI University’s BizPlan Competition 2010 has announced the seven finalists who will proceed to compete for the top prize on 27 November. 20 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/VCDeepavaliMsg.asp Kuala Lumpur, 08 Nov 2010 - As the Festival of Lights, Deepavali is a time where Hindus celebrate the triumph of good over evil and the virtues of one’s own inner “light.” 04 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/toastmasters.asp Kuala Lumpur, 06 Nov 2010 - Cultivating leadership and soft skills among students is one of the main objectives for UCSI University in producing career-ready graduates. In line with this, the University’s Masters in Business Administration students together with the University’s Alumni members initiated the groundwork to bring in the Toastmasters to the University. 12 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/fashion.asp Kuala Lumpur, 03 Nov 2010 - UCSI University lecturer from the Faculty of Music, Social Sciences and Design, Ms Zaleha Binti Arshad were among the few chosen to feature her fashion designs at the Promosi Kraf Tekstil 2010, organised by the Malaysian Handicraft Development Corporation to promote local and international textiles and crafts. 08 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/hope.asp Kuala Lumpur, 02 Nov 2010 - Members of UCSI University’s Hope Revive Club are reaching out to those less fortunate. 04 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT November http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/byElections.asp Kuala Lumpur, 26 Oct 2010 - Nearly 100 journalists, lecturers and researchers met at UCSI University’s North Wing Tuesday evening for a presentation regarding the outcome of Malaysia’s approaching government by-elections and the future Sarawak state elections. 01 Nov 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/invention.asp Kuala Lumpur, 26 Oct 2010 - UCSI University’s lecturer, Engr. Rodney Tan Hean Gay and student, Lee Thean Chai from UCSI University’s Faculty of Engineering, Architecture and Built Environment recently won. 26 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/1Malaysia.asp Kuala Lumpur, 23 Oct 2010 - UCSI University’s School of Nursing successfully launched its 1Malaysia Community Project at the Taman Midah Rukun Tetangga recently. 26 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/dodgeball.asp Kuala Lumpur, 20 Oct 2010 - UCSI University students emerged champions in the most recent Campus Dodgeball League (CDL) organised by the Malaysian Association of Dodgeball (MAD). 21 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/pregnancy.asp Kuala Lumpur, 15 Oct 2010 - Information and empowerment were the themes Tuesday during the Yes, I Can campaign talk at UCSI University’s Multipurpose Hall at its South Wing. 15 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/mental.asp Kuala Lumpur, 14 Oct 2010 - UCSI University recently hosted its third annual Mental Health Week in conjunction with World Mental Health Day, Oct. 10. 14 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/album.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 Oct 2010 - For Teluk Intan-born violinist Dennis Lau, life is a constant search for new ideas and new ways of presenting them. 12 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/BizPlan.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 Oct 2010 - UCSI University’s BizPlan Competition 2010 has extended its registration deadline! 12 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/win.asp Kuala Lumpur, 06 Oct 2010 - UCSI University’s School of Design is set to catapult itself into the Malaysian film industry after its lecturer, Leroy Fong Kien Ynn won an award from the National Film Development Corporation Malaysia (FINAS) worth RM15,000 to produce a short film entitled “Treasure Hunt.” 06 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/green.asp Kuala Lumpur, 05 Oct 2010 - The Hope Revive Club and the Tzu Chi Youth Collegiate together with the School of Music Student Association at UCSI University recently collaborated to organise a week-long green campaign to highlight the importance of recycling and reducing waste. 05 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/outstanding.asp Kuala Lumpur, 05 Oct 2010 - UCSI University student Sim Kwan Choo is taking leadership to a whole new level. 05 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/film.asp Kuala Lumpur, 04 Oct 2010 - A 90-second video clip produced by the UCSI Group on national unity won the PLURAL+ Paley Center Media Education Award 2010 in New York City last week. 04 October 2010 08:00:00 GMT October http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/tributes.asp Kuala Lumpur, 28 September 2010 - Cars and buses lined the road and scores of wreaths thronged the Ng residence in Linggi as relatives, friends, students, staff and business associates came from afar to pay their respects to the family of the late Mr. Ng Choong Look, beloved father of UCSI’s Founder and Group Chairman Dato Peter Ng. Mr. Ng passed away Thursday, 23 Sept. at the ripe age of 81. 28 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/taiwan.asp Kuala Lumpur, 24 September 2010 - UCSI University’s School of Music is jubilant after recently winning the Gold award in the Chamber choir category at the International Choral Festival in Taipei city, Taiwan. 24 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/awardsday.asp Kuala Lumpur, 23 September 2010 - UCSI University honoured more than 850 students Thursday during its sixth annual Awards Day ceremony. 23 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/TEDxUCSI.asp Kuala Lumpur, 22 September 2010 - It was an evening of inspiration Wednesday during UCSI University’s TEDxUCSI Talk. 22 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/neighbour.asp Kuala Lumpur, 20 September 2010 - “Love thy neighbour” is a phrase that has become almost cliché over the years. 20 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/conference.asp Kuala Lumpur, 16 September 2010 - Multiculturalism and national unity were the themes on Malaysia Day, Thursday, 16 Sept. 16 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/bukaPuasa.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 September 2010 - It was an evening of merriment and festivities Tuesday, 7 Sept. during a special buka puasa celebration in Port Dickson, Negeri Sembilan. UCSI Group hosted the event to show its appreciation for the Port Dickson Municipal Council for its support of UCSI Group’s future campus in Bandar Springhill. 09 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/merdeka.asp Kuala Lumpur, 02 September 2010 - The UCSI University Library organised a Mini Merdeka Exhibition in conjunction with the country’s independence on the 31st of August. 02 September 2010 08:00:00 GMT September http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/alevel.asp Kuala Lumpur, 20 August 2010 - The night before viewing her A-Level results, UCSI University A-Level Academy student Ong Kay Rin said she was so nervous she could barely sleep. 20 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/leaders.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 August 2010 - The promise of an evening of invigorating intellectual discussion was fulfilled on Thursday, 12 August during a forum hosted by UCSI University’s Faculty of Economics and Policy Science where multiculturalism, freedom and intellectualism were the focused themes. 12 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/music.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 August 2010 - Mastering a musical instrument is no mean feat, let alone playing in an orchestra. 12 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/research.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 August 2010 - The Hong Kong Institute of Education sends its senior research team to China, Singapore and Malaysia to interview university leadership on views pertaining to transnational higher education policy and governance in the region. 12 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/essay.asp Kuala Lumpur, 08 August 2010 - An intellectual but passionate exchange took place at MPH Bookstore at the Mid Valley Megamall last Sunday. 08 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/entrepreneur.asp Kuala Lumpur, 05 August 2010 - The Star newspaper has selected UCSI Group Chairman Dato’ Peter Ng as its “Entrepreneur of the Year” during its inaugural Star Outstanding Business Awards in recognition of his entrepreneurial spirit as the founder of UCSI University. 05 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/PAM.asp Kuala Lumpur, 04 August 2010 - UCSI University’s architecture graduates are at the forefront of the industry for private universities, according to Ar. Abu Zarim Abu Bakar, Chairman of the Education Committee for Persatuan Arkitek Malaysia (PAM). 04 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/knowledge.asp Kuala Lumpur, 03 August 2010 - A visit from two media specialists from the University of Swinburne in Australia to the Group Corporate Affairs office at UCSI University provided a healthy exchange of ideas and the sharing of knowledge between the media relations departments of the two universities. 03 August 2010 08:00:00 GMT August http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/psychology.asp Kuala Lumpur, 31 July 2010 - A bell and some slides were all it took to demonstrate to the psychology students from the various higher learning institutions the meaning of mindfulness for relaxation and wellness. 31 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/StART.asp Kuala Lumpur, 30 July 2010 - Students from UCSI University’s University Life course are doing their part to reach out to the community. 30 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/medal.asp Kuala Lumpur, 29 July 2010 - When UCSI University Senior Lecturer Phoebe Teh Phoey Lee heard she had won the University Putra Malaysia Gold Medal for her research, she said she cried. 29 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/convocation.asp Kuala Lumpur, 24 July 2010 - Saturday marked many firsts for UCSI University during its 23rd Convocation. 24 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/gottalent.asp Kuala Lumpur, 9 July 2010 - UCSIU’s Got Talent was back for its second year running after crowning its first winner last year. 09 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/MoHE.asp Kuala Lumpur, 8 July 2010 - The Malaysian Association for Private Colleges and Universities (MAPCU) is taking steps to make campuses safer. 08 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/dinner.asp Kuala Lumpur, 2 July 2010 - The UCSI Group staff, encompassing 15 subsidiaries inclusive of UCSI University, was treated to a sumptuous dinner together with good music and entertainment at the Nikko Hotel, Kuala Lumpur. 02 July 2010 08:00:00 GMT July http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/elisabeth.asp Kuala Lumpur, 30 June 2010 - Our Group Chairman Dato’ Peter Ng recently visited Bratislava to sign on behalf of the University an MOA with St. Elisabeth University in Bratislava, Slovakia, EU. 30 June 2010 08:00:00 GMT June http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/panache.asp Terengganu, 11 June 2010 - They may look like just another cohort of students graduating from UCSI University this July. 11 June 2010 08:00:00 GMT June http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/summer.asp Kuala Lumpur, 9 Jun 2010 - It was an afternoon of fun and joy during UCSI University’s first ever alumni gathering. 09 June 2010 08:00:00 GMT June http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/mankind.asp Kuala Lumpur, 14 May 2010 - Graduating UCSI University’s Pharmacy students took part in the Oath-taking ceremony in front of the Vice President of the Malaysian Pharmaceutical Society, Puan. Abida Haq, their lecturers, parents and peers. 14 May 2010 08:00:00 GMT May http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/experience.asp Kuala Lumpur, 29 April 2010 - UCSI University’s new intake of students for this year’s May session and their accompanying parents were pleasantly surprised at the welcome ceremony which awaited them on their first day on campus. 29 April 2010 08:00:00 GMT April http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/properganda.asp Kuala Lumpur, 23 April 2010 - Crowd favourites such as Pak Ngah’s Keranamu Malaysia, classics by Chopin, Wolfgang Mozart together with songs from well-loved operas such as La Boheme and Le Nozze di Figaro were given a fresh rendition at the Properganda Musical, co-organised by the Selangor and Kuala Lumpur Chinese Assembly Hall Choir, UCSI University and the Dithyrambic Singers. 23 April 2010 08:00:00 GMT April http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/life.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 April 2010 - UCSI University’s multi-purpose hall was abuzz with activity as 234 students showcased their projects, complete with videos, pictures and colourful posters. 09 April 2010 08:00:00 GMT April http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/biochemistry.asp Kuala Lumpur, 27 March 2010 - UCSI University was the host of the 21st Intervarsity Biochemistry Seminar this year. 27 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT March http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/earthour.asp Kuala Lumpur, 27 March 2010 - UCSI University today commemorated Earth Hour in a big way for the second year running, in its efforts to educate and raise public awareness about environmental conservation. 27 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT March http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/health.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 March 2010 - UCSI University School of Nursing recently organised a Women’s Health Forum themed "Women, Love Yourselves" in conjunction with International Women’s Day. 09 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT March http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/3DLab.asp Kuala Lumpur, 05 March 2010 - UCSI University’s School of Design today launched its 3D animation laboratory. 05 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT March http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/uno.asp Kuala Lumpur, 04 March 2010 - UCSI University’s Student Council launched its Fiesta Numero Uno today, an event which combines several carnivals and fairs in one, to create one of the biggest fiestas on campus. 04 Mar 2010 08:00:00 GMT March http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/hospis.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 February 2010 - UCSI University’s School of Nursing today handed over a cheque worth RM4,000 to Hospis Malaysia The funds were raised by the University’s Nursing students in a charity run last year during the Pink October event. Dr. Ednin Hamzah, CEO and Medical Director of Hospis Malaysia was there to receive the cheque on behalf of the organisation. 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 GMT February http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/holistic.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 February 2010 - Committed to producing well-rounded graduates, UCSI University organised its second Annual Sports Carnival to encourage students to participate in sports, and cultivate team work. 09 Feb 2010 08:00:00 GMT February http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/cle.asp Kuala Lumpur, 23 January 2010 - Realising the need to expose academicians to student-centred learning methods, UCSI University’s Centre for Learning Excellence constantly provides platforms for lecturers and other academicians to practice and learn more about student-centred learning. 23 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT January http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/BOS.asp Kuala Lumpur, 22 January 2010 - UCSI University’s Centre for Learning Excellence, together with the UCSI Blue Ocean Regional Centre (UCSI-BOSRC) are collaborating to conduct a Blue Ocean Strategy (BOS) Workshop for Peer-Assisted Study Session (PASS) Leaders and Writing Mentors. The 12 training modules that have been developed will be delivered over the next ten months. The first module kicked off today. 22 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT January http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/compose.asp Kuala Lumpur, 21 January 2010 - UCSI University students attending song writing classes from the School of Music recently held a concert of their own on campus, performing 10 of their own compositions from various genres. Aptly named Song Writers’ Night, the concert kicked off with a love ballad written by Catherine Januarius, entitled I Gave My Heart Away. This was followed by a techno number from Lim Shunmin entitled Dirty Beat and another two ballads entitled, It’s Gone and Falling in Love, composed by Vivian Chan Pui Ching and Ben Ng Eng Ping respectively. Eddy Lim You Cheng wrote and sang the gritty rock number, Free. The only Chinese number for the night, Happy was composed and sung by Low Sim Ni and Chan Shally, showed that girls too, can rap! 21 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT January http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/classroom.asp Kuala Lumpur, 19 January 2010 - UCSI University recently held their Clubs Day, in conjunction with the recent intake of students. The Clubs Day, held every semester after student orientation, is a two-day event held in both the North and South Wings of the Kuala Lumpur campus, to introduce new students to clubs, societies and student associations, to help integrate them into their new campus life. 19 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT January http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2010/MoA.asp Kuala Lumpur, 14 January 2010 - Today, UCSI University, together with 40 other colleges and Universities signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with the Ministry of Health to collaborate and improve accessibility, efficiency and quality in the delivery of health services through education for the fields of nursing and health sciences. UCSI University was represented by Associate Professor Dr. Lachman Tarachand, Group Executive Officer for the UCSI Group and Prof. Lee Chai Buan, Vice President of Academic Affairs, while representatives from the Ministry of Health were Secretary General, Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd. Nasir bin Mohd. Ashraf and the Deputy Director General of Health (Medical), Datuk Dr. Noor Hisham bin Abdullah. The MoA ceremony was witnessed by Y. B. Dato’ Sri Liow Tiong Lai, Malaysia’s Minister for Health. 14 Jan 2010 08:00:00 GMT January