Pusat Komuniti Desa Jawa, Hulu Langat, June 9, 2024- In a remarkable display of cross-border collaboration and technological innovation, 11 students from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), led by Muhammad Qayyim bin Mohd Nizam, a second-year student organized a community program that focused on Canva editing. The students were supervised by two lecturers from UTM, Ts. Dr, Sahnius Usman and Dr. Sya Azmeela Shariff. The Canva Camp highlighted the benefits of using Canva in many aspects. In addition, it aimed to empower rural communities by providing comprehensive education in Canva editing.
The program involved 11 students from Universitas Negeri Malang (UM), Indonesia, which helped boost its international reach. These participants contributed to increasing the program’s global presence and influence, indicating its ability to attract students from our neighboring country. The collaboration between UTM and UM students, led by Aizah, a committed UM representative, embodies the spirit of cooperation and learning.
The Canva Camp consisted of two segments that provided participants with a comprehensive understanding of Canva’s functions in many aspects. The first segment focused on basic photography skills and knowledge through a photoshoot. In the second segment, the participants engaged in Canva’s editing workshop to explore their creativity by creating a poster using the photos taken during the photoshoot segment.
Reflecting on her experience, Aizah emphasized the program’s real benefits, particularly in using Canva. “Our participation in this Canva Camp truly enlightened us about the various tools available in Canva,” she said. “Through this program, we learned new things that will be very useful for our future.”
The partnership between UTM and UM demonstrates how international collaborations can drive technological innovation and promote cross-cultural understanding. The student facilitators emphasized the benefits of using Canva, particularly for university students. This initiative underscores the significance of Canva editing for creating a positive societal impact and highlights the potential of joint efforts in nurturing creativity within society in the future. Members of the community are optimistic that the acquired skills and knowledge will pave the way for ongoing growth, innovation, and opportunities in the Hulu Langat area.
Prepared by: Ts Dr. Sahnius Usman (Senior Lecturer at Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology), Dr. Sya Azmeela Shariff (Senior Lecturer at Faculty of Artificial Intelligence), Associate Professor Ts Dr. Asnul Dahar Minghat (Director, School of Undergraduate Studies), Nurul Diana binti Kayat (Manager, School of Undergraduate Studies)