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Issue 08 (Oct - Dec 2013) For Internal Circulation Only

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SCHOLARS WITH A GREATER PURPOSE Carpe Diem – Seize the Day!

Most of us who are reading this are fortunate to have the opportunity to attend university at least once in our lifetime. During these nal yet formative years before we enter the workforce is the time we build our self-con dence through various goal-setting achievements and preparations for the world out there.

In this context, the phrase “Carpe Diem” should be taken to mean acting now for the future and not merely relying on everything to fall into place in its time. Similarly one should not live life with reckless abandon and neglect one’s preparations for the future, as aptly put by Andy McIntyre, “if you think education is expensive, try ignorance.”

In this issue I would like to bring to your attention a number of opportunities which were made available to scholars, active participants of clubs and societies and nal year students undergoing internship preparations and seeking employment opportunities. The highlight this time round is our Scholars@Work initiative whereby scholarship students are placed in various functional departments and project teams within Taylor’s University to gain work experience as well as take initiatives in making a positive impact towards the university and the community.

Another conscientious effort which supports our university mission is the career support that is provided to students in their nal year and those preparing for internship. Networking and work opportunities abound in this quarter with the Sector Focused Career Fair and training workshops courtesy of many well-known industry-partner companies. Such avenues to equip oneself with the necessary tools and exposure are something not to be missed by students who aspire to be work-ready when they graduate.

Also worth noting in this issue is the growing cultural diversity of students, through events such as the annual Global Youth Conference, the Clubs and Societies Recognition Night and the activities of Exchange Students. The campus life at Taylor’s truly reects a melting pot of excitement from many different countries. Given the social engagement of international students on campus, greater cultural integration takes place as students from all walks continue to nd common identities with one another.

I hope these articles will inspire you to go further beyond your comfort zone, to better one’s self and the world around you. Take this opportunity to make it happen now and prepare yourself for the future. As I sign off this letter I would like to encourage you to do your best in whatever you do, push the limits of your abilities and give of yourself to the world around you, and who knows the good you may receive in return.

Sincerely, Angela Pok Vice-President, Student Experience Taylor’s University

1 Highlights – Scholars@Work pg 3-6

• Scholars with a Greater Purpose • Scholars Assist in Campus Activities • Scholars Leadership Team • External Events Engagement • Scholars T-Shirt Design Competition • Scholars Party Hard

Support University Mission pg 7-8

• Sector Focused Career Fair – A Collaboration with TalentCorp • Career Talks, Internship Preparations and Work Placements

Learning Experience & Student Development pg 9-11

• Clubs and Societies Recognition Night • Global Youth Conference 2013 • Exchange Students Country Showcase

Engagement with Community pg 12-13

• Taylor’s World Food Day 2.0 • Typhoon Haiyan Fundraiser • Christmas Cheer • Postgraduate Dinner

Student Feedback pg 14

• Notes of Praise • Student Barometer Autumn Wave 2013 – Lucky Draw Prize Winner

Active Lifestyle pg 15-17

• Embracing Diversity through Exchange Programmes • Mines Dodgeball Championship • MAPCU Dodgeball Tournament • MAPCU Squash Tournament • IPT – Universiti Malaysia Pahang 3-on-3 Basketball

Staff Pro le / Development / Engagement pg 18

• The Sweet Christmas • New Additions to SE Family

EDITORIAL ADVISOR EDITOR-IN-CHIEF CREATIVE DIRECTOR EXECUTIVE PROJECT COORDINATOR 2 Angela Pok ([email protected]) Adrian Chong ([email protected]) Eddy Lim ([email protected]) Lisa Lim ([email protected]) Highlights - Scholars@Work

Scholars with a Greater Purpose Taylor’s University is proud to lay claim that its scholars Those wondering just how many scholars there are are high-achievers, not just in the literal academic sense, inwork placements will be surprised to know that over but even so in terms of developing their all-roundedness 500 scholars are placed within 25 departments and through other accomplishments. As part of their special project/event teams in 2013. Within Student scholarship requirements, these students are not only Experience alone there are over 100 scholars placed expected to maintain their high grade point averages, within seven units such as Student Central, Student they are also requested to work under the Taylor’s Development Hub, International Student Services and the University brand as ambassadors in numerous roles International Of ce. within the university. Apart from gaining exposure to the workings of various Hence Scholars@Work is part of a development functional departments within Taylor’s, the scholars are programme where scholars are placed in departments of given ample opportunities in character development and their choice to work on or assist in activities and events. critical skills. Having self-initiative, creativity, charity and In turn the scholars are given the responsibility to go civic-consciousness, as well as team working and about performing tasks that are assigned to them. Their leadership skills would serve them well now and in their work ranges from administrative work, to events future endeavours. It is through these opportunities and organization and coordination, in departments such as experiences which these scholars often nd or re ne their nance, library, national marketing, hostel management, calling and purpose in life. school academic services, enrolment and admission services, and merchandise shop – according to their strengths and potential.

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Scholars Assist in Campus Activities Our scholars are truly brand ambassadors of Taylor’s through their voluntary work assisting in, and in some occasions, leading in numerous campus events and projects. With the guidance and direction of Student Experience advisors, they have successfully carried themselves well in enhancing the image of the university through extra-curricular participation. Among the work they have carried out include assisting as Orientation Leaders, supporting the Career and Employment Fairs, helping out in Taylor’s Convocations and Open Days, and facilitating in the School Mag Boot Camp event and the Mental Awareness Campaign.

Orientation Party Scholars in full force Orientation Leaders

Facilitating at the School Mag Boot Camp Serving the Alumni Booth at the Convocation Assisting at the Career and Employment Fair

Scholars Leadership Team The Scholar Development Programme aims not only to enhance work exposure and develop brand ambassadors among the scholars, but to also involve them in active leadership roles in the programme. After its inception two year ago, a group of self-motivated scholars were engaged in October to help assist in coordinating and running this development programme, for the greater bene t of their fellow and future scholars.

The purpose statement of this leadership team is “building bridges through systematic engagement, instilling high-level motivation and greater sense of responsibility in every scholar”. Their roles as leaders are:

• To monitor the development and involvement of fellow team members in the development programme • To provide support and guidance to team members • To foster healthy bonding among scholars • To provide a means of coordination and co-operation between scholars and with the university • To assist new scholars to integrate into this development programme

The leadership team members were self-nominated and went through an interview process before being selected. The rst batch of the leadership 4 team was formed with 24 members, where they were assigned 50 to 70 members from the scholars’ community to work with. Highlights - Scholars@Work

External Events Engagement Apart from on-campus events, our scholars have also made Taylor’s proud through their representation at external events and community service initiatives (CSI). These engagements range from attending ministry events to participating in charity drives to bene t greater causes. Examples of their participation are in the One Million Women Purple Walk 2013, the “Green Movement” Gotong Royong by Taylor’s College Subang Jaya , the Malaysian Care Toy Library Stock Check and the Permata Seni Concert ). Such exposure to public events has undoubtedly provided scholars with a more wholesome experience of societal appreciation and giving.

Permata Seni Concert

Gotong Royong @ TCSJ Malaysian Care voluntary work.

Scholars T-Shirt Design Competition The idea to give Scholars@Work their very own t-shirts was conceived in order to help them become easily identi able when they are at work on campus. For the past year the scholars have been seen wearing their white or black collared tees all over the campus. As the time came for a refresh from the old design, a new T-Shirt Design Competition was held in October where scholars chose a new look during the Scholars@Work Party. Their newly voted favourite this time reected a more serious look and task force oriented approach, and borrowed themes from 21st century Greek designs.

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Scholars PARTY HARD Taylor’s Scholars also party hard when the time comes to let their hair down. They get their chance twice a year with the Scholars@Work Party which is held in May and October. An opportunity to mingle and to get to know more scholars, the themed parties are attended by 300 to 400 scholars where they play games, enjoy performances, take snapshots at specially designed photo booths and have a meal together. All in all, the Taylor's Dance Club Performance scholars’ community is one that is rich in diversity and purposeful in their mission – to celebrate their achievements as volunteers, ambassadors and leaders.

Around the World Party

Ice Breaking Activities

Photo Booth Opportunity Support University Mission

– A Collaboration with TalentCorp

YB Khairy Jamaluddin (front row, middle) together with the SFCF organizing committee

In October, Taylor’s University was privileged to work with TalentCorp in organizing a Sector Focused Career Fair (SFCF) in Hospitality and Tourism, the rst of its kind to be hosted at a Malaysian private higher education institution. Covering the Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), Shared Services and Outsourcing (SSO), Hospitality and Tourism sectors, the fair featured more than 40 top employers from these sectors. Among the notables ones are:-

• FMCG – F&N, GlaxoSmithKline, Kimberly-Clark, L’Oreal, Nestle, Mondelez (formerly Kraft Food) • SSO – Hewlett Packard, IBM, Shell, Standard Chartered • Hospitality and Tourism – Accor Hotels Group, Shangri-La Group, Starwood Hotels and Resorts Group

As part of a series of nationwide fairs, SFCFs are held to educate students on their career path choices in New Key Economic Areas as identi ed by TalentCorp. In supplementing the avenues for students to meet potential employers, career talks were held by Top HR Directors / Managers from Nestle, Reckitt Benckiser, Mamee Double Decker and Gleneagles Hospital. There was also a talk given by En. Nazril “Nash” Idrus, the Malaysian Finalist of “The Apprentice Asia” who spoke about the professional challenges he went through in life and in the competition. The fair also featured a Dialogue Session entitled “Producing Superior Talents for the Industry” which comprised of representatives from Taylor’s University and TalentCorp, as well as a special guest-of-honour:-

• YB Khairy Jamaluddin, Minister of Youth and Sports, Malaysia • Prof. Dato Dr. Hassan Said, Vice Chancellor of Taylor’s University • Pn. Siti Norliza Mohd Sahar, Head of Malaysian Talent Development – Graduate Employability, TalentCorp

In summary, the fair provided many avenues for input and exchange in promoting more engagement between the ministry, industry employers, institutions of higher learning and students. As a result, participants at the fair are made aware of employers’ expectations while recruiters were given the opportunity to assess Taylor’s as a marketplace for new hires.

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Career Talks, Internship Preparations and Work Placements

While placing students in internships with top employers is a priority with the Career Services Centre (CSC), providing students with the support and guidance is of equal importance in allowing them to fully bene t from their internship experience. Hence the internship preparation workshops organized by CSC in collaboration with the School Academic Services, professional agencies and top employers are essential to ensure that students know what they are in for and are well prepared for the demands of working with top employers.

Taylor’s students had the privilege of engaging with top recruiters, consultants and agencies throughout these workshops, as they met with high-ranking representatives from reputable corporations who were present to share valuable work advice. The areas of presentation and discussion covered sector-speci c career talks, pre-internship brie ngs, industry expectations, etiquette observances, recruitment of management trainees, resume writing and interview skills, emotional intelligence (EQ) and ethics at work.

Among the notable organizations who conducted the workshops at Taylor’s in the nal quarter of 2013 are as follow: • Resume Writing and Interview Skills by JobStreet.com • Effective Cover Letter and Resume Writing by CIMB Group • Ethics and Stakeholder Management by SJ Securities • Interview Skills and Tips by Deloitte • Professional Image and Grooming by PricewaterhouseCoopers • EQ and Communication by Furley Bioextract

Industrial training interviews and recruitment days were also held throughout October and November which connected students to top employers such as Shangri-La, Standard Chartered, Cold Storage, Accenture, BDO, DHL, Ernst and Young, KPMG, Living Social, Maersk and Siemens. These events proved fruitful for all parties involved as over 70% of student participants received on-the-spot job offers on the event day itself.

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Clubs and Societies Recognition Night This year’s annual Clubs and Societies Recognition Night AIESEC and Komando ’45; while the Top Outstanding which took on the theme of “A Night of Peculiarities” Clubs were Chinese Society, Taylor's University Symphony certainly attracted a standout crowd of student leaders and Orchestra, Sky Adventure Club, Entrepreneurship and representatives from various clubs and societies. Held in Investment Club, K-Generation Club and Taylor’s Myanmar November, the night’s programme featured crowd Society. pumping performances, international buffet dining, lots of mingling, unashamed dancing and photo booth The Hallmark Event of the Year went to Spartfest! by the opportunities. Over 130 students representing 24 clubs Society of Performing Arts, and the Thadinyut Festival (The and societies showed up in their peculiar best to impress Lighting Festival of Myanmar) by the Taylor’s Myanmar their peers as well as judges for the best dressed contest. Society. Taylor’s Kazakhstan Student Society won the Most Promising Club Award; while the Top Publicity Besides the celebration, this meaningful night also Campaign also went to Spartfest! by the Society of included presentation of Certi cates of Recognition to Performing Arts, and Bazzindo by Komando ’45. The acknowledge the student leaders' commitment and K-Generation Society, Taylor’s Anime Society and Chinese dedication in leading their clubs and societies. Numerous Society won the overall Best Booth Award during Clubs awards were given out that night, with the highlights and Societies Day for 2013. including the Best Club awards to Taylor's University’s

Student ash their award winning smiles

Best Club Award (SDH Category) - AIESEC

Proud Student Leaders receiving their Certi cates of Recognition from Ms. Angela Pok

9 Best Club Award (ISS Category) - Komando'45 Learning Experience & Student Development

The Global Youth Conference 2013, organized for the 3rd year running, made its impact again in October at Taylor’s University. The two-day conference themed “Equipping Global Leaders of Tomorrow”, was of ciated by YBhg. Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Zaini bin Ujang, Secretary General II, Ministry of Education at Taylor’s University Lakeside Campus. Organized by the university and supported by the Student Affairs and Development Division of the Ministry of Education, over 200 student leaders, both local and international from 32 countries worldwide that are currently in Malaysia participated in this year’s instalment.

Delegates from 25 institutions of higher learning throughout Malaysia were given the opportunity to network with other student leaders besides being able to gain a cross-cultural experience, as well as share knowledge and provide professional guidance to prepare them to be global leaders of tomorrow. Forum panelists from various universities spoke on 'Stepping Out Among the invited speakers who graciously devoted their precious as Global Leaders' time to share their experiences, knowledge, and success stories were Mr. Pradeep Nair (Deputy Vice Chancellor of Taylor’s University), Ms. Thanuja Ananthan (Miss World Malaysia 09/10), Mr. Vishen Lakhiani (Founder and CEO of Mindvalley), Mr. Andreas Vogiatzakis (CEO Malaysia, Omnicom Media Group), Mr. John-Son Oei (CEO, Epic Collaborative) and Ms. Shawn Wong (Certi ed BrandImage Consultant – CBIC).

Apart from the support of the Ministry of Education, the success of this conference, its programme planning and coordination is very much due to the collaborative effort of the Student Development Hub (SDH) and International Student Services (ISS), as well as to both student representative bodies (Student Council and International Student Council) who are under the supervision of SDH and ISS respectively. YBhg. Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Zaini Ujang with the organizing committee members

Mr. Andreas Vogiatzakis of Omnicom Media Group (OMG) TRADISI performing a traditional Malaysian dance at the opening with conference participants

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Exchange Students Country Showcase

A group of exchange students from France, Switzerland, Germany, Austria, Finland and South Korea organized a country showcase whereby they put up displays to introduce their home country, school, culture, food, traditional games and languages to local and international students along the Student Life Centre walkway. Held on 27th November, passers-by got to sample international avours such as Korean Kimchi Pancakes, Swiss Chocolates and Hapankorppu – sour crisp breads from Finland.

Supported by International Student Services, the showcase also helped promote FRANCE Global Mobility Of ce’s Student Exchange Programmes, thereby creating greater awareness of opportunities for students to spend one to two semesters in overseas exchange partner universities to further enhance their wholesome learning experience.

SWITZERLAND

GERMANY

FINLAND

AUSTRIA

KOREA

Face painting of ags on passers-by Engagement with Community Taylor’s World Food Day 2.0 It was not too long ago when Taylor’s rst organized the World Food Day in 2011. Inspired by that rst event, the time had nally come for the follow up event to raise awareness worldwide poverty and hunger. Taking place on 12th October at The Grand Hall, this year’s cause attracted 287 volunteers comprising staff and students who devoted a Saturday to pack a total of 30,240 meals, to be distributed evenly to the Yayasan Orang Kurang Upaya Kelantan (YOKUK) and the Zomi Education Center (ZOC).

The Organizing Committee, led by Pravinan Lai Xiong Hui, a Bachelor of Pharmacy student, pursued their fundraising campaign from late August till the very last day before the meal packaging event. They successfully raised RM31,000 for the purchase of thedehydrated and nutritious meals provided by Stop Hunger Now Malaysia for the packaging event. The 287 volunteers who made Taylor's World Food Day 2.0 a success!

WFD 2.0 fundraising and recruitment drive Dehydrated meal packaging Volunteer conveyer lines from TGH... … loading into the NGOs vehicles Typhoon Haiyan Fundraiser When Typhoon Haiyan struck Philippines in November, the CSI Volunteers, led by Angelina Liaw, who is pursuing her Bachelor of Business, responded to international aid calls whilst in the midst of their busy study schedules. The group thought that a viable idea to raise funds was to busk along the busy Student Life Centre walkway, which is providing entertainment for an urgent cause.

The fundraiser received the support of the Taylor's Music Club, the Beatbox Club and the Dance Club, who drew much attention and monetary contributions to the charity booth through their musical performances. Talented Taylorians who were not af liated to these groups also chipped in at the opportunity by showcasing their talents in support of the cause. The collaborative busking effort raised RM2,000 in three days, as CSI Volunteers pledged the monies to the Philippines Red Cross.

Yap Yoong Ruey's 12 A jubilant Storm team nger-painted Angelina Liaw, Fundraiser portrait of Project Coordiator Mother Theresa Members of the Music Club busking away Engagement with Community Christmas Cheer

On 20th December, nine CSI Volunteers invited 21 children from St. Barnabas Home and 21 children from Agathian's Shelter to the Lakeside Campus to partake in an evening of fun and games in the spirit of Christmas. The Christmas Cheer event which the students organized was a way of reaching out to nearby communities during the festivities, in sharing the gift of friendship to less privileged children. Along with entertainment, games and dinner, each child also received a stationery pack during the event, courtesy of Taylor’s.

Posing as a Christmas Tree Model Postgraduate Dinner

Taylor’s postgraduate students have demonstrated their growing presence on campus as they attended the Taylor's University Postgraduate Student Council Annual Dinner on 30th November. The 90 participants who consist of mostly Master students and recent graduates were treated to a sumptuous buffet dinner at Temptations Restaurant.

While the atmosphere was characterized by much chatter, laughter and group photography, the highlight of the night was when the President of the Taylor's University Postgraduate Student Council, Mr. George Loo (UWE Master in Business Administration – Bristol MBA student) gave a short introduction of the Taylor's University Postgraduate Student Council; spoke about the non-academic welfare matters which they have successfully resolved this year; and also encouraged the postgraduate students to join the council. Supported by the Taylor's Graduate School, the guests immensely enjoyed connecting and networking with one another till late in the evening.

Postgraduate students who are interested to be part of the Taylor's University Postgraduate Student Council are encouraged to contact the council at [email protected].

The organizing committee ready to welcome guests

A night to remember All smiles! Student Feedback Notes of Praise International Office I would like to extend a few words of praise for the tireless efforts of the IO with regards to my visa renewal delay. Due to the backlog in the past few months, I was unable to obtain my passport on time, which prevented me from going back to Sri Lanka sooner for a family emergency. However, I would still like to express my heartfelt gratitude to the IO for solving my issue as promptly as they could. I would like to especially commend and extend my sincere gratitude to Mr. Wan (runner for the IO) for his tireless and relentless efforts in clearing my visa renewal. Undoubtedly it was due to his persistence that I was able to get my passport back, and I praise him highly for his help. I would also like to mention Ms. Wong Choy Pheng for her role in this issue, for the ef ciency and dedication she also showed in getting my passport released. It is largely thanks to Mr. Wan and Ms. Wong that I was also able to come back to Sri Lanka in time for my internship placement. Other members of the IO Team Pramuk Rajika – UniSA Bachelor of Arts (Communication and Media Management)

I would like to thank Ms. Jacey Yeoh and all the IO staff for their efforts to assist all the students in collecting back their passports despite having to chase EMGS back and forth. I really appreciate their help, and because of their assistance, I got my passport back and returned to my hometown on time. Despite how busy she was, Ms. Jacey took time in answering students’ inquiries through email. I know it's tough for her and other staff to rush for passports and at the same time listen to students’ complaints. I hope in future they can continue to support all the students in the same manner. Ms. Jacey Yeoh Ms. Wong Choy Pheng Mr. Mohammed Khairul Adzwan Arif n aka Avie Febriany - Bachelor of International Hospitality Management (Honours) Mr. Wan Security I lost my laptop somewhere on campus and I only realized it when I arrived home after a long day. I rushed back to campus but couldn’t nd it. I led three reports over the next week, and when all hope seemed lost, I receive a call from the Security Control Room at Block B. Thanks to Mr. Nizam, Mr. Veloo and Mr. Zul, I have my laptop back fully intact. Thank you for the impressive investigation and I really appreciate the help and effort!

Ali Mbarak Ahmed – Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) Mechanical Engineering

Mr. Veloo, Mr. Zul and Mr. Nizam (from left to right)

Student BAROMETER Autumn Wave 2013

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Embracing Diversity through EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES

Being the host of exchange programmes has many merits a day trip to the World Heritage Site of Malacca, the true as it gives Taylor’s students and staff the opportunity not meaning of cultural diversity emerged through the mingling only to learn alongside our visitors in the classroom, but to and activities. The highlight of the exchange students’ also understand more about their respective background activities is their participation in a homestay programme and cultures through recreational and bonding activities. together with Tourism Diploma students at Kampung Hulu What takes place is really an exchange of cultural Chuchoh, Sepang. Besides cultural appreciation, the understanding through fun and games, appreciating ones exchange students participated in community service traditional roots and embracing it, whether it is through activities to help the villagers. The cultural performances at light hearted excursions, sightseeing or friendly night saw their host families entertain their guests with competition. traditional performances, while the German exchange students performed ‘Viva Colonia’, a popular folk song In the months of October and November, 20 over usually sung during Oktoberfest. exchange students had plenty of opportunities to get to know ‘Malaysian-ness’ with Taylor’s student To sum it up, the chance to know these exchange students ambassadors, advisors and other local and international better has certainly added to the worldview understanding students through varied activities organized for them, in of other countries’ societies. It is to Taylor’s and visiting true Malaysian hospitality. From friendly go-kart racing at exchange students’ bene t to be able to share our life’s the world famous Sepang International Circuit, to the stories and experiences together, and appreciate the Putrajaya International Fireworks Sightseeing Cruise, and diversity of our respective backgrounds.

• Mines Dodgeball Championship

• MAPCU Dodgeball Tournament

15 Active Lifestyle Mines Dodgeball Championship Mines Dodgeball Championship is an annual event organized by Malaysian Association of Dodgeball (MAD). Held on 19th October at the Mines Shopping Mall, Taylor’s had sent four teams to represent the university in this mixed category tournament to go up against 12 other teams. Two of our teams made it all the way to the Finals, emerging Champions and 1st Runners-Up respectively. Taylor’s participants also won the Most Valuable Player (MVP) Awards for both Men (Erving Tiong) and Women (Chong Hwei Xian). This is an outstanding achievement by Taylor's Storm Dodgeball Club.

1st Runners Up Team Erving – Men’s MVP Hwei Xian – Women’s MVP Champion Team

Taylor's Storm Dodgeball Club MAPCU Dodgeball Tournament At the 2013 MAPCU Dodgeball Tournament, Taylor’s Storm Dodgeball Club was on a mission to retain their crown as Three-Peat Champions. Held at Nilai University on 27th October, eight teams participated in the event with four teams in each group. The initial challenge came as Taylor’s was drawn into the Group of Death, with UCSI, INTI and Nilai being the toughest group to face. However, Storm emerged top in their group and proceeded to the knock-out stages where they beat HELP’s Hyperblades to earn their spot in the Final round.

Matched up with Sunway Poseidon, Storm triumphed 6 – 1 to defend their MAPCU Dodgeball crown. What an unprecedented achievement for Taylor’s Storm Dodgeball Club!

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MAPCU Squash Tournament Taylor’s Squash Team participated at the 2013 MAPCU Squash Tournament on 26th October at UCSI University. Taylor’s was represented by Ng Jowen and Mohd Azri who played on a disadvantage without a female participant in the team event. Despite making it all the way to the Semi-Finals and falling to HELP University 1 – 2, the duo made us proud by emerging 2nd Runners-Up by beating UCSI 2 – 1 on their home court.

Jowen and Azri (left to right) IPT – Universiti Malaysia Pahang 3-on-3 Basketball In wanting to promote basketball as a sport amongst youth and to draw greater interest from the community, the Malaysian Education Ministry together with Universiti Malaysia Pahang organized its 4th IPT Basketball 3-on-3 Tournament on 7th – 10th November at Teluk Cempedak, Kuantan. Targeted at Public and Private Institutions of Higher Learning, Community Colleges and Polytechnic Universities, the carnival attracted 71 teams consisting of 46 men’s and 25 women’s teams.

Taylor’s was represented by one men’s team and two women’s teams. The women’s rst team, consisting of Khen Li Sha, Kung Hui Li, Lam Xue Ying and Ooi Poh Yi, emerged victorious as champions in the women’s category. This fast and furious styled half-court format is truly a test of skill, team work and resolve. Truly an awesome achievement by our women’s rst team!

17 Winning Women's Team Overall Taylor's Team Picture Staff Pro le / Development / Engagement

New Additions to SE Family

ALVIN LI TAK WING Manager, Sports and RIRINE Recreation Centre CHU ZHI QIN PATRICK ABDUL RAHMAN ROZIAH BINTI SITI MARIANA Assistant Manager, LAU YING WEI IBRAHIM RAKIM BINTI KAMAROL International Of ce Executive, Senior Executive, Executive, Executive, International Of ce International Of ce International Of ce Student Central

The Sweet Christmas Student Experience’s Annual Christmas December birthdays’ celebration Celebration brought together 45 staff from across ten units for a getaway and team bonding at Port Dickson on 7th – 8th December. This year's celebration was jointly organized by Student Development Hub and International Student Services, which featured plenty of entertaining ice-breakers, games and gifts exchange for all. “I guessed the right superhero!” In the spirit of Christmas, Ms. Angela Pok (Vice President, Student Experience) enlightened the night by expressing her gratitude and encouragement to her co-workers through an inspiring speech. Each staff came away from the retreat with feelings of greater appreciation for one another as persons and for their valuable contribution towards Student Experience.

Gift exchange laughter The Student Experience (SE) Family

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