05DISCOVER UBD OCTOBER – DECEMBER 2016by Institute of Biodiversity and Environmental Research (IBER).Among other things, the Khatam Al-Quran and Thanksgiving prayer was also held to bless the graduating students in their future endeavours, Convo Run and Cycle, an Islamic Video Clip Competition for UBD students, local performances as well as other cultural events. The Pesta Konvo is held yearly in the run-up to the Convocation Ceremony to celebrate UBD graduates’ success and achievements while showcasing innovative research and projects by its current and graduating students. Each year, Pesta Konvo brings different themes and exhibitions of students’ works to reflect their respective themes. The 28th Convocation Ceremony took place on 15th October at the Chancellor Hall, in which graduates received their scrolls.Innovative Rehal (a book rest typically used for the Al-Quran)created by one of our Art and Creative Technology students.Photo: UBD/Azhar IsmatTHE EVENT SHOWCASEDLEADING-EDGE PROJECTS BYCURRENT AND GRADUATINGSTUDENTS THAT ARE EXPECTED TO CONTRIBUTE TOWARDS BRUNEI’S ECONOMY AND FUTURE DEVELOPMENTS WHILE SUPPORTING ASEAN INTEGRATIONClass of 2016NUR AMALINA HJ ABU BAKAR(Former Head Executiveof Entrepreneurship)Session 2013/2014Bachelor of Arts(Arts & Creative Technology)The experience and insights I have gained from being part of the student council has had a vast immeasurable impact on me – from acquiring a set of entrepreneurial skills and leadership skills to developing a formal work ethic.DK ZULAIKHA PG ISHAKBachelor of Arts(Environmental Studies and Geography)KALIM ULLAH KHAN PhD in Islamic Civilization and Contemporary IssuesOne of the highlights of the degree was the Discovery Year opportunity that was given to me in my third year, in which I spent two enriching semesters attending King’s College London, UK. Not only did it give me a wider social horizon to pursue, but it also provided me with total responsibility to determine my angle of study. I accumulated invaluable study experience from it.Being the first PhD candidate in Sultan Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Centre for Islamic Studies (SOASCIS) and an international student has led to a very rewarding academic experience. My PhD product was equally beneficial for both countries, i.e. Brunei Darussalam and Pakistan to maintain the peace and prosperity of the respective nations.
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