Src Highlights - Volume 1

INTERNATIONAL ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA

Presidential remarks - pg 2

Sem 2 2004/05

A matter of life or ignorance - pg 3

Vol.1

SRC line-up pg 4

A Glorious event-IIPAC 04’ SRC HIGHLIGHTS Publishers Students Representative Council SYM Crew Publication Manager Muhd Faheem B Mohd Ezani Assistant Manager Abd Rahman Abd Karem Project Manager Mohd Azril B Jamaluddin Editor Herman B Abd Samat Designers Nazreen B Abdullasim Mohd Fadhil B Firdzaus Zul Azeze B Sahri Reporters Shakira Bt Ismael Amrah Bt Abdul Majid Amira Hariyati Bt Ruzaidi Siti Asma’ Bt Abd Gani

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By Siti Asma’ From the 15th December until 18th December 2004 the Cultural and Arts Unit of the Student Development & CoCurricular Division organized the Intervarsity Islamic Performing Arts Competition (iiPAC ‘04) with the theme “Sounds of the Heart”. The main goal of this program was to promote alternative entertainment with high moral values for young people. The program started off with the opening ceremony and the tremendous concert of Gema Gangsa 2004, followed by three main contests; theatre, singing, khat competition and the unforgettable dikir barat and soul performance. It is great that this program received full support not only by students of IIUM, but also

Gamelan Group performing at IIPAC members of the public and other universities. Thus, we would like to congratulate all the organizers and sponsors of this festival whose assiduous efforts and earnest cooperation

have made this grand occasion so magnificent and remarkable for all of us. May Allah bless you!

Welcome to IIUM-Ville, Population: YOU!! By Syakirah Ahlan Wa Sahlan! The Student’s Representative Council (SRC) welcomes the new students of the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) to this garden of knowledge and virtue. We hope that not only this university will serve as a platform to obtain education but also as a starting point for you to embark on a journey of self-

discovery, gaining experiences to become better individuals. We would also like to congratulate you upon your enrollment to this university. Remember that the steps that you are about to encounter is going to be the beginning for greater advancement to come! We anticipate that your presence here will not only contribute to your own personal successes, but also to the better-

ment of this university. Last reminder from us: Take advantage of the things around you that are prepared for your convenience. Set your objectives straight and be sure you are on the right track as there will always be threats lurking to deviate you. Once again, welcome and have joyous years ahead! 1

Striving to Offer You The Best By Mohamad Zarifi B Mohamad Daud SRC President session 2004/05 means no student can exclude himself/herself from being a member of the SRC. Realizing the importance of support and encouragement from the community of IIUM, with arms wide open, SRC welcomes any kind of practical ideas, suggestions, collaborations and critiques for the betterment of the council to serve the students and to assist the administration.

Assalamualaikum warahmatullah hiwabarakatuh.. Wishes of ukhuwwah, blessing of friendship.. The Prophet (s.a.w) said; “The bonds of brotherhood between two Muslims are like parts of a house, one part strengthens and holds the other.” To illustrate this he crossed his fingers of one hand with those of the other (reported by Bukhari and Muslim). In spite of future challenges and rapid globalization, we as students should realize the importance of knowledge. Knowledge is the key and power to develop ourselves. Without knowledge, we would be like bodies without souls. Therefore we must realize that learning is a journey, not a goal or destination. It is a process to emulate, and shape us as an individual and in turn to contribute to the society and the ummah. Knowledge cannot be used to inflict evil or wrongdoings in the world but to spread peace, justice and the words of Allah and the teachings of our beloved Prophet Muhammad (s.a.w). Dear ikhwanul muslimin, Formally appointed on 2nd December 2004, the Executive Council of SRC has been in the office since the day we were elected and entrusted by the students of the university to be the mediator and to represent their views to the authority. Therefore, holding strong to this ‘amanah, we strive to

About SRC VISION Student’s Representative Council will lead the students of IIUM in achieving the mission of the university; IICE, Islamization, Integration, Internationalization & Comprehensive Excellence. MISSION • • • • •

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Students’ Welfare Academic & Intellectual Development Integration & Internationalization Islamic Environment Coordination and collaboration

offer you the best of our services. We hope that we will be able to not only uphold the name of this ‘Garden of Knowledge and Virtue’ but also to ensure the students’ welfare and needs. The establishment of SRC is not to create another group of separate entity, which has its own qualified members. SRC is meant for all the students of IIUM, which MOTTO Sincere, Reliable, Committed OBJECTIVES & FUNCTIONS

1. To foster the spirit of brotherhood and co-operation which transcends racial and national boundaries among the students of the University. 2. To assist the university in fulfilling its vision and mission of integration, Islamization, internationalization and comprehensive excellence. 3. To assist the university to organize and supervise, subject to the discretion of the Rector, student welfare facilities and activities in the University. 4. To make representation to the Rector on all matters relating to or connected with students’ welfare.

The spirit of integration and unity of various culture and disciplines is a precious asset to the needs of mankind, cultivating it in the international environment of IIUM which shall benefit the ummah presently and in the future. Nevertheless, this is a mission to be achieved and a vision seriously taken to inculcate the sense of belonging and to promote unity among the students. A civilization requires a long term planning towards excellence in both material and moral values, which includes the essence of unity and belonging to Allah al-Mighty. Hence, SRC is offering its ground as a mechanism, a starting point to establish relations, to generate par excellent scroll holders and of course, to be the midpoint for all students, societies and clubs to obtain information and to convey their views. In short, this session, we strive to offer you the best, InsyaAllah, of ourselves. We hold strong to the objectives, mission and vision of the SRC with hope that we will be able to assist all students in all aspects of campus life.

5. To be represented on any body which may, in accordance with a decision made by the Rector for the purpose, be appointed to undertake student welfare activities in the universities in the University. 6. To promote the good name and international reputation of the University. 7. To undertake such other activities as may be determined by the Majlis from time to time. Student’s Representative Council, IIUM Student’s Association, Level 3, SC 3.7, Student Society Centre. IIUM (above CCAC) 03-20564646 (Main Office) 03-20564859 (Fax)

Life Threatening Problem Unresolved By Amrah The roads in front of Mahallah Uthman and the Male Sports Complex are in desperate need of repair. There are two holes in the middle of the road in front of Mahallah Uthman (one, with the depth of approximately 3.5 inches and the width of more than 13 inches, and another with the depth of 3 inches and width of 2 inches) and another hole on the road in front of the Sports Complex (measuring 3.1 inches and 23 inches in depth and width respectively) which prove as a threat to vehicles. These holes seem more of a risk to drivers and motorists at night as they are unable to see them. Drivers and motorists tend to suddenly swerve their vehicles to avoid the holes which may lead to accidents.

Campus Security on High Alert! By Amira

Death Trap! A report has been made by SRC to the authority and all of us are hoping that immediate action is taken to repair the roads before any unwanted accidents occur.

Due to the increasing number of theft cases in this university, the security unit has strengthened the implementation of safety system within the campus compound. Security officers have been making round-theclock check-ups on vehicles entering the university. Students now have to produce their matric cards whenever necessary. This is to avoid the usurpers from entering the campus ground. Therefore, all students are then forewarned that they are to follow all the rules and regulations of IIUM. The rules function as the means to secure the safety of the community in this university. Let us do our part in making it happen. Your co-operation is highly appreciated.

Upgraded Services Brings Cheer to students By Amrah Rejoice O’ students of Mahallah Ameenah and Nusaibah. You can now enjoy RM 2 per hour Internet access with the opening of new cyber cafes at your Mahallah. In Mahallah Ameenah, the cyber café not only uses broadband Streamyx connection but is also opened up to 3 am everyday.

Apart from the opening of two new cyber cafes, students can also now make use of the coin-operated washing machines provided at Mahallah Uthman, Ameenah and Asma’. The services are available 24 hours everyday. You only need to pay RM 2 for every 7 kg load of clothes. Credits should be given to Koperasi UIAM Berhad and Inno Pintar Sdn. Bhd. for providing us with these wonderful services.

UPCOMING EVENTS

OFFER!!! FREE ADs Space

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Until 30 Dis 04

1st Level Students : 13th – 18th December 2004 Other Level Students: 18th – 24th December 2004 You are advised to plan your expenses wisely. Should you have any financial difficulties, please visit our office (ref. Welfare Secretariat).

Inter-Mahallah Cultural Week 2004 “Colours of the Ummah” 20th – 27th December 2004

Contact us: 016-2936592(Faheem) 012-2026444(A.Rahman)

Financial Unit Students are expected to receive their PTPTN and JPA loans as follows, provided that there is no problem which may occur:

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Palestine and Iraq Exhibition “End the Agony” th

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14 – 26 December 2004 PETRONAS Gallery, KLCC 10am – 8pm

Collection of certificates Attention to all organizing committee members of Ummatic Week 2004 and CONVEST 2004, you may collect your certificates at the SRC office as soon as possible. Your co-operation is highly appreciated.

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