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UCSI Alumni Lunar New Year Gathering 2024

UCSI Alumni Lunar New Year Gathering 2024

UCSI University joyously hosted the Alumni Lunar New Year gathering on February 23rd, which successfully brought together over 101 members of our alumni community and their esteemed guests. The event, held on campus, welcomed notable alumni who have made significant strides in their careers, such as the internationally acclaimed piano prodigy Maxy Chan and the innovative architect AR Rien Tan, recently recognised on the “Emerging 40 Under 40” list.

Guests were treated to a delightful culinary experience courtesy of Le Quadri Hotel KL, featuring dishes such as fish with lemon butter sauce, broccoli with mushrooms, lasagne, and more. The evening was further enlivened with engaging mini-games, a lucky draw, and a mesmerising Wushu performance by UCSI’s House of Talents.

Thank you for your participation in the Notable Alumni Sharing Session: Designing Sustainable Futures: A Journey of Architectural and Health-Centric Design on 2 November 2023

Dear alumni,

We would like to extend our appreciation for your participation in the Notable Alumni Sharing Session titled “Designing Sustainable Futures: A Journey of Architectural and Health-Centric Design” that was held online on October 2nd 2023.

We offer up a huge thank you to our alumnus speaker, Ar Ts IDr Rien Tan Kwon Chong from Pontian, Johor. Rien is the Founder and Director of TKC Architect, an architecture firm that was established amid the pandemic in July 2020. His story is not only inspiring but also profoundly motivational, showcasing his humble beginnings in his own home office with only a single project in hand. In just two years, Rien’s firm has experienced substantial growth, now boasting a team of over 10 young architects. The firm is actively engaged in multiple ongoing projects that extend across the regions of Klang Valley, Perlis, and Johor.

During his sharing session, Rien shared invaluable insights on the four pillars of knowledge that can help fellow architects stand out. These are design, skills, networking and experience. Each facet played a pivotal role in shaping his career towards becoming a successful architect. Rien’s dedication to architecture is also evidenced by his active participation in design competitions, community projects, internships, freelancing and continuous learning of cutting-edge software.  

During his master’s degree semester break, Rien seized the opportunity to intern in Osaka, Taipei and New York City. These immersive experiences not only enriched his architectural journey but also fuelled his passion to contribute meaningfully to his hometown.  

Assistant Professor Teoh Chee Keong, Rien’s moderator and lecturer, commends Rien for consistently embodying the principle of “walking the talk” and for persistently striving for excellence throughout his academic journey at UCSI. Professor Teoh takes pride in Rien’s remarkable achievements and unwavering perseverance. Notably, Rien’s outstanding contributions led to his recent recognition as one of the “40 under 40 Emerging Architects of Malaysia” in KLAF 2023.

Find more information about Rien’s works as below.

TKC Architect at
https://www.tkcarchitect.com/

AR Plus Group at

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Thank you for your participation in the Notable Alumni Sharing Session: CEO  Series 3: A glimpse into Entrepreneurship: Drive-Thru Food Chain Industry in Malaysia on 12 October 2023

We would like to extend our appreciation for your participation in the Notable Alumni Sharing Session: CEO Series 3 held online on 12 October 2023.

Big thanks to our alumni speakers, Chui Veen and Betty Ting. One of the highlights from Chui Venn's sharing is how she started AHMA KOPI, identified the take-away problems and resolve it a new packaging design for local kopi. AHMA KOPI is the first drive thru Kopi in Teluk Intan which attracts many customers from Teluk Intan and other states to visit the drive thru café.  In the session, Chui Venn also shared her own F&B Starter Pack which students find it helpful and informative. The F&B Starter Park covering several information ,e.g: choose a trade name, register in SSM, attend Food Handler Training Course and take a Typhoid injection.

In Betty's sharing session, she introduced KejapFood's business model, especially the transformation from car wash outlets and shipping containers into a Drive-Thru which mostly located at Petrol Stations. Kejap Food is a fast food restaurant committed to provide affordable, convenient and locally-inspired food that delights their customers. In June 2023, Betty and her team had successfully funded 5 million in a crowd funding platform which allows KejapFood to expand their reach in a bigger market. Her entrepreneurial journey was inspiring and it shows how persistent and focus she is.

Please continue to attend and engage with us in any alumni engagement sessions in the near future.

For those who is interested to follow AHMA KOPI and KejapFood, the social media accounts as below.

AHMA KOPI Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/AHMA-KOPI-100089311680439/

KejapFood Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kejapfood

For enquiries, write to us at [email protected]

Thank you for participating in the UCSI International Alumni Engagement on 21 September 2023

We would like to extend our appreciation for your participation in the UCSI International Alumni Engagement held online on 21 September 2023. Your support and attendance meant a lot to the University.

Big thanks to our alumni speaker, Mr Badie Baddoura for sharing his career experience in Samsung Electronics, Jordan and Ernst & Young, UAE. We are honoured to have guest speakers from University of Queensland, Middlesex University London and UCSI University to share about Lifelong learning via Postgraduate studies.

“Dare to dream and be prepared for the journey as the road to success isn’t a linear one. It’s a winding road filled with twists, turns and unexpected detours. At times, you may find yourself in hard and challenging situations that forces you to make tough decisions. Nevertheless, keep in mind that each challenge you confront is a valuable lesson, and patience is the key that unlocks many remarkable opportunities. No dreams are too ambitious to pursue, as you have the potential to change your dreams and goals into reality. The clarity of your dreams directly correlates with your likelihood of achieving them.” – Badie Baddoura

Please continue to attend and engage with us in any alumni engagement sessions in the near future.

Kindly update your latest email and contact at https://alumni.ucsiuniversity.edu.my/ for us to keep in touch with you.

For enquiries, write to us at [email protected]

Thank you for participating in Notable Alumni Sharing Session: CEO Series 2: How to stand out in art, media and design?

We would like to extend our appreciation to the Notable Alumni Sharing Session speaker, Sammy Chong, CEO and Founder of Celovis Malaysia who gave the participants an inspiring sharing session on her entrepreneurial journey. A total of 65 students attended the session on the e-commerce and brand-building stories for Celovis Malaysia, Malaysia's first Female Titanium Jewellery Brand.
 
In the session, Sammy talked about how she started the business in her third-year Psychology Programme with only RM 200 and turns it into a 8 figures business, which ultimately shaped her to be the person she is today. Recently, she has successfully launched a historical collaboration with Mattel on creating the first Barbie Jewellery collection in Malaysia by Celovis Jewellery.
 
For those who is interested to follow Celovis Malaysia, the social media accounts as below.

CELOVIS Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/celovis

UCSI University Alumni Association Exco 2023-2025

Dear alumni,

We are thrilled to announce the Exco of UCSI University Alumni Association 2023 to 2025.

Congratulations to Mr Kelvin Tai Kee Yuin and Mr Marques Jeevan Menon. They were elected by the members as the President and Vice President in the Annual General Meeting which held on 24 June 2023 in UCSI University.

We look forward to work with this team to organise more meaning engagements in future. We also wish to thank the previous Exco under Mr Ow Jia Loon for their contribution and commitments in UCSI University Alumni Association.

Note: We are looking for committee member to join us. Feel free to contact us at [email protected]

Congratulations to UCSI Alumni Class of 2023 

Congratulations to UCSI Alumni Class of 2023 who received the recognition and certificate of appreciation in the UCSI Graduand Appreciation Ceremony on 29 July 2023. May our alumni continue to strive for excellence and all the best in next chapter of life.

UCSI Graduand Appreciation Ceremony 2023

UCSI Co-Op Placement and Career Fair

On 29 July 2023, a group of UCSI graduands from the batch of 2023 attended the highly anticipated UCSI Graduand Appreciation Ceremony, thoughtfully organised by the Student Affairs and Alumni. The event brought together outstanding individuals who have shown remarkable dedication and commitment throughout their academic journey.

These exceptional graduands hail from diverse backgrounds, including the Student Volunteerism Programme under the Student Council, UCSI Athletes, aswell as the esteemed nominees for the Valedictorian Award and Pro Vice-Chancellor Gold Medal Award for 2023.

As these graduands step into the next phase of their lives, embarking on various endeavors and career paths, UCSI extends its heartfelt best wishes for their future. May they continue to strive for excellence, embrace new challenges, and leave a lasting mark on the world with their passion and dedication.

 

 

Alumni Homecoming 2023

UCSI Co-Op Placement and Career Fair

🎉🎓 Relive the incredible moments from UCSI Homecoming Celebration 2023! 🏫🎉

We came together to cherish the successes and celebrate the journey of our amazing graduands! 🌟👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 The Student Affairs and Alumni (SAA) Department did an outstanding job organising a Homecoming Celebration for the graduating batch of 2023.

💼 The convocation e-briefing was informative and inspiring, and it was followed by the collection of prestigious gowns, symbolising the hard work anddedication of our graduates. 🧑‍🎓👩‍🎓

It was a day filled with laughter, reminiscence, and joy as we saluted the Class of 2023, who are now embarking on new adventures! 🚀💙

 

UCSI Co-Op Placement and Career Fair

UCSI Co-Op Placement and Career Fair

Dear alumni,

We are excited to announce the UCSI Co-Op Placement and Career Fair is on 6th July 2023.

Our prestigious event features an impressive lineup of over 30 participating employers, providing the graduates and students with the opportunity to interact with representatives from leading companies and gain exclusive access to potential career opportunities.

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to accelerate your career.

Reserve your spot now at https://forms.gle/JK4ubz7aGs7X24MTA and unlock the possibilities that lie ahead.

Explore list of job opportunities at bit.ly/3NgmxYm

For enquiries, please email to Ms Pauline at [email protected]