In an effort to offer their pharmacy students a well-rounded educational experience, SEGi University recently organised a visit to the prestigious Department of Pharmacy at Hospital Selayang. This engaging field trip allowed students to gain insight into the essential operations of the hospital’s Pharmacy Resource Information Centre (PRIC). During the visit, students had the opportunity...
In a pioneering move, SEGi College Kuala Lumpur has joined the Thomson Hospital Alliance Group (TAG) programme, a strategic partnership between Thomson Hospital Kota Damansara (THKD) and selected Malaysian universities and colleges. This first-of-its-kind healthcare alliance aims to enhance the quality of healthcare education and boost graduate employability, ultimately strengthening the nation’s healthcare ecosystem. The...
On 14 April 2023, a group of nine culinary and hospitality students from SEGi College Kota Damansara, accompanied by their lecturer, Clarice, visited the Zoo Negara Malaysia. The trip was organised under the Pengurusan Ko-Kurikulum module, aimed at encouraging students to develop an appreciation for wildlife and learn about the importance of protecting endangered animals. ...
The Wall Street Journal recently reported that obtaining a four-year degree by one’s mid-20s is the most reliable path to a good job by age 30. This comes at a time when people are increasingly questioning the value of traditional university education in today’s fast-paced world. It’s true that some universities still rely on outdated...
The scene of young children glued to their phones during mealtimes is becoming increasingly common in Malaysia, and it’s a worrying trend. Mealtimes in early childhood offer excellent learning moments, particularly socialisation lessons, but these opportunities are missed when children are distracted by their devices. Family mealtimes are a rich and meaningful environment that allows...
SEGi University’s dedication to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) was evident in the Faculty of Dentistry’s recent events. On 20th April 2023, the faculty organised an internal research colloquium and A Skillful Raya competition for undergraduates in alignment with SDG 4 – Quality Education. The internal research colloquium showcased presentations from undergraduate students, with a...
SEGi University’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (FoEBEIT) recently participated in a comprehensive one-day 5S Awareness & Methodology Training programme. Conducted by Soong Ying Lee from CatEagle Translation Malaysia, the training was attended by 20 participants, including laboratory staff and lecturers. The programme aims to foster an understanding of 5S, which refers...
SEGi University’s Faculty of Optometry & Vision Sciences has again showcased its dedication to community service by participating in a medical camp arranged by the Rotary Club of Sentul. The event, held on 7 May 2023, was a health screening initiative designed to offer free eye examinations to the local community. A group of 18...
SEGi University and Alpro Pharmacy, Malaysia’s largest prescription pharmacy chain, has taken a momentous step towards advancing the field of pharmacy education. The respected Vice Chancellor of SEGi University, Prof. Dr. Azrin Ariffin, and Alpro Pharmacy’s People Management Manager, Chong Pay Yi, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This partnership represents an important turning point...
Final-year pharmacy students at an undisclosed institution recently got the opportunity to obtain vital clinical experience through a hospital attachment programme. The current cohort of students spent two weeks in mid-February at Hospital Ampang, where they were exposed to diverse pharmacy services and gained valuable hands-on experience under the supervision of dedicated hospital preceptors. After...
