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JOHOR BAHRU, May 15 – The Festival of Languages and Cultures (FLC) 2025, organized by the Language Academy of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), took place on the 14th and 15th of May 2025 at Perpustakaan Raja Zarith Sofiah (PRZS). The two-day event commenced with an enthusiastic turnout, as visitors crowded the venue to participate in a […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Apr 29 – The Faculty of Computing, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), in collaboration with the UTM Career Centre (UTMCC), successfully hosted the CelcomDigi UniConnect programme — an initiative designed to connect students with emerging digital technologies and prepare them for the future of work. The session brought together CelcomDigi industry experts and UTM […]
JOHOR BAHRU, 15 May 2025 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), through its Language Academy, successfully hosted the inaugural Festival of Languages and Cultures (FLC) on May 14 and 15, 2025, at the Raja Zarith Sofiah Library (PRZS) on the Johor Bahru campus. This event commemorated the 15th anniversary of the Language Academy. Themed “Celebrating Languages […]
SKUDAI, Apr 27 — UTM International today successfully organized the Train of Trainers (TOT) on Sustainable Agriculture at the FS Living Lab, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), gathering passionate participants from diverse backgrounds to champion sustainable farming practices and advance the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The one-day event was conducted under the guidance of Assoc. […]
KUCHING, Apr 13 – Sarawak is poised to take the lead once again—this time as the regional pioneer in sustainable river transport with the revitalization of its beloved Perahu Tambang. In a high-level meeting at Kuching North City Hall (DBKU) recently, The Honourable Datuk Abdul Rahman Haji Junaidi, Deputy Minister in the Sarawak Premier Department, […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Jan 24 – A team of researchers and officers from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), together with airside officers from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA), conducted a verification process for the registration of fixed assets related to the Foreign Object Debris Detection System (FODDS) at Runway 2, KLIA. These assets are part of the FODDS, […]
SKUDAI, Mar 4 – Cultural exchange offers a valuable opportunity to bridge gaps, celebrate diversity, and foster mutual respect. On March 4, 2025, the Language Academy Summer School Programme hosted an exciting day of cultural exchange between Malaysian and Japanese students. Each culture brought its own rich history, traditions, and experiences, making the event a […]
Da Lat City, Vietnam | February 26 – March 2, 2025 DA LAT, Mar 2 – The ICT Virtual Organization of ASEAN Institutes and NICT (ASEAN IVO) successfully held its final meeting for the Agricultural IoT Based on Edge Computing project in Da Lat City, Vietnam. This important event brought together experts, researchers, and industry representatives from across […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Feb 28 – A new Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) laboratory focusing on construction materials has been established at the Faculty of Civil Engineering (FKA) at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM). This laboratory is fully funded by Petroliam Nasional Berhad (PETRONAS) through the PETRONAS-Academia Collaboration Dialogue (PACD) 2023. Led by Dr. Nur Hafizah […]
In an era of globalization where nations are increasingly interconnected, the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT) at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) stands as a shining example of how education, cultural exchange, and diplomacy can bridge divides and foster mutual prosperity. Pioneering Japanese Lab-Based Education in Malaysia Established in 2011, MJIIT was born from Malaysia’s Look East Policy, which sought to emulate […]
LANGKAWI, May 24 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) made a significant impact at the prestigious Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition (LIMA ’25), held from May 20 to 24, 2025, at the Mahsuri International Exhibition Centre. The university showcased its research prowess through cutting-edge innovations and forged strategic collaborations, reinforcing its position as a leader […]
KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 – DXC Technology today donated 50 laptops to students of the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), as part of an ongoing commitment to supporting digital inclusion in education. The handover ceremony, held at Menara Razak, UTM Kuala Lumpur, highlighted the vital role of industry support in […]
KUALA LUMPUR, May 22 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) continues to solidify its global engagement efforts with a courtesy visit from Kunming University of Science and Technology (KUST), China, led by Professor Dr. Wang Hongbin, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Automation. The visit, hosted by UTM Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dr. Mohd Shafry Mohd Rahim, […]
KUALA LUMPUR, May 20 – The Cultural Diplomacy Talk program, organized by the Ministry of Tourism, Arts and Culture (MOTAC) through the National Department for Culture and Arts (JKKN), in collaboration with the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), Kuala Lumpur, and the Japan Foundation Kuala Lumpur, was successfully held at Dewan […]
CHINA, 18 Mei – Fakulti Kejuruteraan Mekanikal (FKM), Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) telah dijemput menyertai 2025 World Digital Education Conference (WDEC 2025) dan membentangkan inisiatif Pendidikan STEM dalam satu acara yang berlangsung dari 14 hingga 16 Mei 2025 di Wuhan dan wilayah Hubei, China. Delegasi Malaysia diketuai oleh YBhg. Dato’ Dr. Haji Megat Sany Megat […]
SEPANG, May 14 – The Department of Physics, Faculty of Science, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), recently organized a successful Work-Based Learning (WBL) program for the Instrumentation and Data Acquisition course (SSCP3343) at the National Metrology Institute of Malaysia (NMIM), Salak Tinggi, Sepang, on 14 May 2025. This program was a key initiative aimed at bridging […]
KUALA LUMPUR, May 14 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) had the honor of hosting Assoc. Prof. Dr. Laura Florez-Perez, a distinguished academic from University College London (UCL), for an enlightening online talk titled “Data-Driven Decision Making and Digital Innovation in Construction Management.” The session attracted a diverse audience of postgraduate students, academic staff, and researchers interested in construction engineering, digital […]
MAKASSAR, May 13 – From 4 to 11 May 2025, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) successfully conducted a vibrant and impactful Outbound Academic Visit in collaboration with Universitas Hasanuddin (UNHAS), Indonesia. Dubbed the Makassar Engineering Odyssey (MEO) 2025, this official international mobility program brought together 12 undergraduate 4th-year students and two dedicated lecturers from UTM for […]
DILI, May 10 – Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) sent a delegation of five representatives from the Student Recruitment & Admission Section (SRAdS) and the Malaysia-Japan International Institute of Technology (MJIIT) to participate in the Malaysia Expo Dili (MYExpo Dili) 2025, held at the Dili Convention Centre. This expo was initiated and supported by the Embassy […]
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In recent years, a common sentiment has surfaced among jobseekers and students: “Are career fairs even worth it?” Some walk away from these events frustrated. No job offers, just a pile of brochures, a few QR codes, and the classic line: “Please apply online.” It is understandable. But let us be clear: career fairs are […]
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1st Series of (KSS) by the Language Academy: The Worst Kafé in Mankind’s History (Part 1) To kick off our very first session, the first speaker, Lokman Hafiz Asary, started the sharing with a light yet intriguing topic that might pique your curiosity. He spoke about the worst kafé in mankind’s history. Now, you might […]
Recycle Cycle: Moving Away from a Linear ‘Take–Make–Dispose’ Model JOHOR BAHRU, April 29– In an era increasingly marked by environmental degradation and overconsumption, shifting from a linear economic model to a circular one is essential. The third series of Language Academy’s Knowledge Sharing Session (KSS) delves into practical steps toward sustainability through the “Recycle Cycle” […]
KULIM, Apr 22 – The Advanced Materials Research Centre (AMREC), part of the Standards and Industrial Research Institute of Malaysia (SIRIM) Berhad, is committed to promoting education in composite materials and fostering industry engagement. Recently, AMREC organized a five-day short course focused on Composite Processing, specifically Filament Winding Technology. This program took place in AMREC’s auditorium in […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Apr 15 – The Language Academy’s Knowledge Sharing Session (KSS) organised by Language Academy (LA) recently featured an insightful presentation by Dr. Wan Fatimah Solihah Wan Abdul Halim, a senior lecturer from Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) Kuala Lumpur Campus, who delved into the transformative role of digital discourse in Southeast Asia’s booming medical […]
JOHOR BAHRU, Mar 25 – The Language Academy is excited to announce the launch of its highly anticipated Knowledge Sharing Session (KSS) program for 2025! The program will kick off on March 25th with an intriguing presentation titled “The Worst Kafe in Mankind’s History,” presented by Lokman Hafiz Asary. This initiative aims to create an […]
KUALA LUMPUR, Mar 19 – The Faculty of Artificial Intelligence (FAI) at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) recently held an engaging session as part of their FAI Research Webinar Series 2/2025. This virtual event, hosted on the Webex platform, drew over 100 participants from diverse fields, including academia, research, and industry, underscoring the growing interest in […]
If there is one name synonymous with internationalisation at Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM), it is undoubtedly Professor Dr. Nordin Yahaya. A Professor of Structural Engineering at the Faculty of Civil Engineering, he has been instrumental in advancing UTM’s global presence. Serving as Senior Director of UTM International since 2013 and later as UTM’s Pro Vice-Chancellor […]