http://www.ucsigroup.com.my/media/2009.asp Subscribe to RSS feeds on UCSI Group's media alerts compiled from the UCSI University campus's media room. en-us http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/press/2009/club.asp Kuching, 14 December 2009 - UCSI University, Sarawak Campus has added The Sarawak Club to its chain of Co-Operative (Co-Op) training partners. The two organisations today signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish this partnership. 14 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT December 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/press/2009/travelport.asp Kuching, 11 December 2009 - UCSI University, Sarawak Campus and Travelport, one of the world’s largest global distribution system (GDS) providers operating the Galileo and Worldspan platforms, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to provide the Galileo booking platform, training materials and support for students enrolled in UCSI University’s Hospitality and Tourism courses in Kuching. 11 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT December 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/terengganu/media/press/2009/saudi.asp Terengganu, 11 December 2009 - On 20th and 21st November 2009, UCSI English Academy, Terengganu campus, with the support of UCSI University Terengganu, welcomed the Saudi Arabian Education Attaché, Dr. Abdulaziz Bashir. 11 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT December 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/terengganu/media/press/2009/UDM.asp Terengganu, 09 December 2009 - The Dean of UCSI University Faculty of Education, Dr Kit Thomas paid an official visit to the Faculty of Languages and Communication at Universiti Darul Iman (UDM) at Gong Badak Campus. Receiving Dr Kit was the Dean herself, Puan Azizah Endut. After a brief tour around the faculty and introduction to her staff lecturers, Puan Azizah requested for a further dialogue between both Deans privately. 09 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT December 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2009/books.asp Kuala Lumpur, 01 December 2009 - UCSI University, in collaboration with Dewan Bahasa dan Pustaka, Dawama Sdn. Bhd. Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) and University Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), today launched two books written by Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Abdul Rahman Arshad entitled Abdul Rahman Arshad: Kenangan Sepanjang Jalan and Unity and Education in Malaysia at its’ Blue Ocean Strategy Hall. The launch was officiated by Yang Amat Berbahagia Tun Musa Hitam, Malaysia’s 5th Deputy Prime Minister, Chairman of Sime Darby Berhad and Chairman of the World Islamic Economic Foundation. 01 Dec 2009 08:00:00 GMT December 2009 http://www.ucsigroup.com.my/communications/events/sandy.htm Kuala Lumpur, 28 November 2009 - 沒看過她的演唱會，就不算真正享受過Live的感覺；由Marctensia與UCSICommunications聯合主辦，[林憶蓮09KL演唱會]將在11月28日（星期六）晚上8時正假武吉加里爾室內體育館魅力引爆。繼2002年及2006年雲頂演唱會後，事隔3年，林憶蓮終於破天荒于‘山下'開唱，準備以國際級的舞臺、服裝造型、燈光視覺音效、勁歌熱舞及大家耳熟能詳的首首金曲回饋大馬樂迷。出道至今，林憶蓮稱得上是少數從香港樂壇橫跨至臺灣樂壇的知名權威女歌手，無論是廣東或華語歌曲都拿捏得恰到好處，在香港、臺灣、中國、大馬甚至全亞洲等地區的女歌手排行榜中也占有一席之地。此外，Sandy也被視為都市女性代言人，同時被認同為90年代同志最愛女歌手之一。 28 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT November 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/press/2009/BPIEF.asp Kuching, 17 November 2009 - UCSI University, Sarawak Campus today was awarded Platinum Sponsor of the upcoming Borneo Post International Education Fair (BPIEF) 2010 that is managed by Borneo International Expo. 17 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT November 2009 http://ucsi-bosrc.blueoceanstrategy.com/news_display.php?releaseID=15 Toronto, 16 November 2009 – Institut Sans Frontière (ISF) has signed an exclusive agreement to represent Blue Ocean Strategy™ in the province of Québec. 16 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT November 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/media/press/2009/education.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 November 2009 - UCSI University successfully launched its first International Education Conference at Putrajaya-Mariott Hotel, Putrajaya. The two-day conference, themed Weaving the Tapestry of International Education was attended by academic members as well as students from local and international higher education institutions. The three main keynote speakers were Associate Professor Dr. Gavin Sanderson, the Deputy Director from the Learning and Teaching Unit, of University of South Australia, Associate Professor Dr. Miki Sugimura from Sophia University, Japan and Associate Professor Li Tao from Fudan University, China. 12 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT November 2009 http://ucsi-bosrc.blueoceanstrategy.com/news_display.php?releaseID=13 Erie, 09 November 2009 - The Manufacturer and Business Association (MBA) Blue Ocean Strategy Center, United States, and the UCSI-Blue Ocean Regional Centre in Canada recently partnered at the Canadian Society for Training and Development and International Federation of Training and Development Organizations World Conference 2009, which was held in Toronto. 09 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT November 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/cdc/media/events/2009/showcase.asp Kuala Lumpur, 07 November 2009 - The Child Development Centre (CDC) of UCSI held its first annual concert at Blue Ocean Strategy (BOS) Hall, located in the north wing of the UCSI University’s Kuala Lumpur Campus. The 90-minute concert showcased the talents of students as young as age 2 to 6 years old. 07 Nov 2009 08:00:00 GMT November 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/press/2009/1Malaysia.asp Kuching, 30 October 2009 - Today, UCSI University, Sarawak Campus launched the 1Malaysia Essay-Writing Contest organised by the Deepavali Charity Food Fair 2009 committee to showcase students’ understanding that "1Malaysia is essentially a reminder to all Malaysians of the importance of harmonious interracial living". 30 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://www.ucsigroup.com.my/communications/events/beyonce.htm Kuala Lumpur, 25 October 2009 - Coming this October 2009, Beyonce for the first time ever, has decided to make Malaysia part of her “I am...” World Tour. Organized by Marctensia and UCSI Communications, The Beyonce “I am...” World Tour Live in Malaysia 2009 will kick off on Sunday, 25 October 2009 at the National Stadium, Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur at 8:00p.m. Her “I am...” World Tour is the third worldwide concert tour by Beyoncé in support of her third studio album, I AM...Sasha Fierce. The tour has visited North America and Europe. Tickets categories are divided into RM583, RM383, RM283, RM183 (number seated) and RM93 (free seating). 25 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://ucsi-bosrc.blueoceanstrategy.com/news_display.php?releaseID=14 Kota Kinabalu, 22 October 2009 – The Blue Ocean Strategy Conference was officially launched by the Chief Minister of Sabah, Datuk Seri Panglima Musa Haji Aman. Prof. W. Chan Kim, co-author of the international best-seller, “Blue Ocean Strategy” was in the state capital to explain the principles of Blue Ocean Strategy and present the latest research and implications learned in his valuable experience to the state cabinet and various captains of industry. 22 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/multiethnicity.asp Kuala Lumpur, 16 October 2009 - UCSI University launched the book Multiethnic Malaysia, Past, Present and Future edited by Dr. Lim Teck Ghee, Alberto Gomes and Azly Rahman, published jointly by the Malaysian Institute for Development and Asian Studies (MiDAS@UCSI University) and Gerak Budaya. Yang Berhormat Mulia Tan Sri Tengku Razaleigh Hamzah, the Member of Parliament for Gua Musang was the guest-of-honour at the event. The book featured a compilation of essays and writings that captures the critical thinking and research of leading Malaysian social scientists and historians. 16 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/IFTM2.asp Kuching, 10 October 2009 - The upcoming International Forum on Tourism Marketing (IFTM) aims at opening possibilities to hospitality and tourism industry players, local and international. 10 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/book.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 October 2009 - UCSI University, together with Y.B. Datuk Douglas Uggah Embas, Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Malaysia launched the novel by international author, Steve Oh entitled Tiger, King of the Golden Jungle. UCSI University undertook to launch the novel to demonstrate its commitment towards sustainable development and environmental conservation. The novel, which is an inspiring tale of love, conservation of the natural environment, and other current themes mirrors the University’s continuous efforts to educate the public about environmental issues and to create awareness. Also present at the event was Mr. William Tong, CEO of book publisher, Info Didik Sdn. Bhd.,and President of the Malaysian Nature Society, Tan Sri Salleh Mohd. Nor. 09 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/parkcity.asp Kuching, 05 October 2009 - UCSI University, Sarawak Campus has done it again – another hotel chain under the belt is just what is needed to further stamp its establishment in Sarawak as an institution specialising in hospitality and tourism management programmes. The university yesterday made partners with Value Hospitality Hotels and Resorts Management Company through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Parkcity Everly Hotel Miri. 05 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT October 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/scholarships.asp Kuala Lumpur, 29 September 2009 - Yang Berhormat Dato’ Seri Mohamed Khaled Bin Nordin presented certificates and scholarships to 426 of UCSI University’s best students during the University’s annual Hari Anugerah Bestari awards totaling close to RM3 million. The annual event is organised to honour students whose achievements at the University have indicated a sustained level of excellence in academics, sports and extra-curricular activities. Also present during the event was UCSI University Chancellor, Tan Sri Datuk Seri Panglima Dr. Abdul Rahman Arshad and UCSI University President, Peter T. S. Ng. 25 Oct 2009 08:00:00 GMT September 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/marketing.asp Kuching, 18 September 2009 - Sarawak will play host to the forthcoming International Forum on Tourism Marketing from 2nd to 5th this November in Kuching. 18 Sep 2009 08:00:00 GMT September 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/musica.asp Kuala Lumpur, 24 August 2009 - The sweet sounds of opera music was heard at UCSI University's Blue Ocean Strategy Hall last night, as singers from the OperaPlus and Flanders Opera Studio of Belgium graced the stage. 24 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT August 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/fourpoints.asp Kuching, 18 August 2009 - UCSI University, Sarawak Campus has appointed Four Points by Sheraton Kuching as a strategic partner. The two organisations yesterday inked a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to corroborate this partnership. 18 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT August 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/bumiputras.asp Kuching, 08 August 2009 - UCSI University, Sarawak Campus and media party Utusan Borneo recently teamed up in an effort to pool resources for the betterment of education for the natives of Sarawak. 08 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT August 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/gracie.asp Kuching, 07 August 2009 - Gracie Geikie has joined UCSI University, Sarawak Campus as its Associate Dean of the Faculty of Hospitality, Tourism and Management. 07 Aug 2009 08:00:00 GMT August 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/commerce.asp Kuching, 31 July 2009 - According to the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary, commerce is defined as "trade, esp between countries; the buying and selling of goods." 31 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/honda.asp Kuala Lumpur, 30 July 2009 - President for UCSI University and Group President of UCSI Group, Peter Ng was among six personas chosen for Honda Malaysia's "The Perfectionist - Presented Exclusively by Accord" campaign in conjunction with the showcase of the new Accord 2.0 VTi-L and the a color, Taffeta White. 30 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/damai.asp Kuching, 23 July 2009 - Last weekend, Damai Puri Resort and Spa representatives paid a visit to UCSI University, Sarawak Campus for a certificate presentation ceremony to UCSI University students who, in the previous week, had contributed skilled labour to the resort for four days. 23 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/firsts.asp Kuala Lumpur, 18 July 2009 - UCSI University held its 22nd Convocation, its first as a full-fledged University with 1,346 students graduating in the class of 2009. 18 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/rainforest.asp Kuching, 15 July 2009 - A posse of UCSI University Sarawak Campus students and staff recently paid a visit to the Sarawak Cultural Village (SCV), to see for themselves what goes on in the last days leading to the Rainforest World Music Festival (RWMF). 15 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/tourism.asp Kuching, 13 July 2009 - The state of Sarawak is filled with numerous tourist attractions, including world heritage sites, a diverse culture, fascinating local delicacies, and of course, its national parks. 13 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/pdrm.asp Kuala Lumpur, 09 July 2009 - UCSI University (UCSI), together with the Kuala Lumpur Police Headquarters Cheras branch, has launched the Rakan Cop programme at the University's premises today. 09 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/campaign.asp Kuala Lumpur, 03 July 2009 - UCSI University's Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences and Faculty of Medical Sciences launched their third and last instalment of the 8th Annual Public Health Campaign at Sunway Pyramid today. 03 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/permai.asp Kuching, 02 July 2009 - In an expansion of its Co-Operative Training Placement (Co-Op) programme, UCSI University Sarawak Campus recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Permai Rainforest Resort. 02 Jul 2009 08:00:00 GMT July 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/partners.asp Kuching, 05 June 2009 - UCSI University Sarawak Campus recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with an events management company, Events Horizon, to establish a co-operative placement programme between the two organisations. 05 Jun 2009 08:00:00 GMT June 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/mou.asp Kuching, 13 May 2009 - UCSI University and 360º Hotel have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a co-operative training program between the two institutions. 13 May 2009 08:00:00 GMT May 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/sarawak/media/pressReleases/2009/scholarship.asp Kuching, 13 May 2009 – UCSI University, Sarawak Campus is proud to honour a state athlete with a sports scholarship. Bong Yie Ching is receiving a 50% waiver off her tuition fees for her excellent performance in the sports arena. 13 May 2009 08:00:00 GMT May 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/ucsiCloserTies.asp Kuala Lumpur, 06 April 2009 - UCSI University and the University of the West of England (UWE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today. 06 Apr 2009 08:00:00 GMT April 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/earthHour.asp Kuala Lumpur, 28 March 2009 - UCSI University went dark at exactly 8.30pm to the applause and delight of more than 300 students and members of the community from nearby residences. 28 Mar 2009 08:00:00 GMT March 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/msianEdu.asp Kuala Lumpur, 12 March 2009 - In the first quarter of 2009, UCSI University received a second award, this time it is the Export Excellence Award - Education Services awarded by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry at the Industry Excellence Awards 2008. 12 Mar 2009 08:00:00 GMT March 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/ucsiDeakin.asp Kuala Lumpur, 06 February 2009 - From small beginnings come great things. 06 Feb 2009 08:00:00 GMT February 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/healthCampaign.asp Kuala Lumpur, 17 January 2009 - For the past eight years, UCSI University has always taken the health and well-being of the community to heart. 17 Jan 2009 08:00:00 GMT January 2009 http://www.ucsi.edu.my/news/latest/2009/brandLaureate.asp Kuala Lumpur, 08 January 2009 - After having received its university status, UCSI University added another feather in its cap by clinching the BrandLaurate Award for Best Brand in Education (Tertiary Category) at the recent BrandLaureate – SMEs Chapter Awards 2008 ceremony. 08 Jan 2009 08:00:00 GMT January 2009