UBD Concludes Chancellor’s Trophy 2024 with Closing Ceremony

Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) successfully concluded the Chancellor’s Trophy 2024 with a vibrant closing ceremony held at the Pro-Chancellor Arts Centre. The event marked the culmination of a prestigious competition that brought together students from various institutions of higher learning across Brunei Darussalam.

The ceremony was graced by the Guest of Honour, Yang Berhormat Datin Seri Setia Dr Hajah Romaizah binti Haji Md Salleh, Minister of Education.

Also in attendance were members of the Student Representative Councils, performers, special invitees, and students from participating institutions. The event opened with the singing of the national anthem and UBD’s official song by the UBD Choir Club, followed by a recitation of Surah Al-Fatihah and doa selamat led by Yang Mulia Awg Muhamad Hadi Hamizan bin Syahrul Nizam, former Executive Head of Spiritual and Religious Affairs, Student Representative Council (MPP) 2024/2025.

An opening speech was delivered by Yang Mulia Awg Muhammad Zulkhairi Jifli bin Jainuddin, former President of the UBD Student Representative Council (2024/2025). Attendees then witnessed the exciting final round of the Chancellor’s Trophy Quiz Competition between Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA) and Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), highlighting the knowledge, teamwork, and spirit of the participating teams.

After a short break for light refreshments, prizes were awarded to the quiz competition winners. The most anticipated moment of the ceremony was the presentation of the Chancellor’s Trophy to the overall champion of the 2024 tournament — Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB).

The final rankings of the Chancellor’s Trophy 2024 were as follows:
1st Place – Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB)
2nd Place – Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)
3rd Place – Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA)
4th Place – Kolej Universiti Perguruan Ugama Seri Begawan (KUPU SB)

The event also featured a symbolic handover of the Chancellor’s Trophy flag, signifying the continuation of this prestigious tradition. A group photo session followed, featuring student leaders from all participating institutions alongside the Guest of Honour and other dignitaries.

A lively closing performance added a celebratory note to the conclusion of the ceremony, bringing together students in the spirit of friendship, excellence, and leadership.

The Chancellor’s Trophy 2024 reaffirmed its role as a vital platform for student engagement, healthy competition, and the strengthening of inter-institutional bonds throughout Brunei Darussalam.

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