Education

‘Do it right’

University orientation programmes are meant to help students transition into campus life, but some have drawn criticism for being outdated, unstructured, and at times serving as opportunities for hazing or bullying.

Nation

A stinking problem that puts students’ health at risk

PETALING JAYA: When Anita Nathan was 14, she developed urinary tract infections (UTIs) from holding her urine until she got home

Education

Asean research society set up to fight cancer

The new Asean Cancer Research Society, which aims to transform how cancer is understood and treated in the region, will be spearheaded by a team of local researchers at University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) in Semenyih, Selangor.

Education

‘Unis must create, shape and support’

Universities, research institutes and non-governmental organisations often play a bigger role than governments in keeping systems running in areas such as environmental protection, sustainability and climate change, says newly appointed Management and Science University (MSU) pro-chancellor Prof Datuk Seri Dr Zaini Ujang.

Education

New programmes under review

The Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) is in the process of evaluating and approving new university programmes to keep up with global trends.

Education

SHAPING THE FUTURE OF HIGHER EDUCATION

AS the demands of the global workforce evolve at unprecedented speed, universities are no longer expected to merely keep up – they must lead. UNITAR Education Group is doing exactly that.

Nation

Teachers can’t do it all

PETALING JAYA: The employment of former military and police personnel as wardens at boarding schools will ensure effective response against bullying, but must be done with caution, say experts.

Nation

Form 1 student reports bullying to Education Ministry after school fails to act

PETALING JAYA: Instead of waiting for action to be taken, a student took matters into their own hands by reporting bullying through the Education Ministry's aduanbuli.moe.gov.my portal.

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Security reform committee for schools outlines comprehensive action plan, says MOE

PUTRAJAYA: The first meeting of the Educational Institutions Security Reform Committee was held yesterday following an announcement by the Education Ministry (MOE) on measures to strengthen security in all institutions under its purview.

Sabah & Sarawak

Mobile library sparks joy for young readers at Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang

KOTA KINABALU: A mobile library featuring children's fiction and other genres is among the highlights of the ongoing Kembara Merdeka Jalur Gemilang (KMJG) held throughout this month.

Nation

Fix disparity between STPM, matriculation students, says Bayan Baru MP

KUALA LUMPUR: Fix the deep-rooted inequities faced by Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia (STPM) students compared to matriculation before it is too late, urges Sim Tze Tzin (PH-Bayan Baru).

Nation

Top grads asked to repay amid PTPTN waiver freeze

PETALING JAYA: Anxious and frustrated, first-class honours graduates are appealing to the National Higher Education Fund Corporation (PTPTN) for clarity after being asked to repay their loans.

Nation

Education gap can widen as bullying case numbers rise, says Syed Saddiq

KUALA LUMPUR: A lawmaker said the gap between public and private education may widen as more parents consider private schools due to rising bullying in public schools.

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SMKA Tun Datu Mustapha top officials, wardens temporarily reassigned amid police probe

PETALING JAYA: The principal, senior assistant for student affairs, and all wardens of SMKA Tun Datu Mustapha will be temporarily placed at the Sabah State Education Department until investigation by the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) is completed.

Sabah & Sarawak

Place social workers in school to address disciplinary issues, Education Ministry told

KOTA KINABALU: It is time for the Education Ministry to place social workers in schools to address disciplinary issues amongst students, said a social works specialist.

Nation

Education Ministry receives #JusticeForZara memorandum, pledges strong anti-bullying measures

PETALING JAYA: The Education Ministry has received a memorandum from the #JusticeForZara movement, which outlines four demands aimed at addressing bullying in schools and enhancing safety measures within the national education system.

Nation

Teachers caught smoking, vaping on school premises to face legal action, says Fadhlina

KUALA LUMPUR: Teachers caught vaping or smoking within school premises may soon face legal action, including fines of up to RM10,000 or imprisonment for up to two years, says Fadhlina Sidek.

Nation

RM8.4mil spent on procuring Jalur Gemilang badges for 5.14 million students, Fadhlina tells Parliament

KUALA LUMPUR: A total of RM8.4mil has been allocated for the procurement of Jalur Gemilang badges for approximately 5.14 million students in schools, Matriculation Colleges, Form Six Colleges, and teacher training institutes (IPG), says Fadhlina Sidek.

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Firm stance, decisive action needed to curb bullying in schools, says Lam Thye

 KUALA LUMPUR: The government and the public must take an uncompromising stance against bullying in schools as the problem is escalating and must be dealt with decisively, says Tan Sri Lee Lam Thye.

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Stronger measures being taken to deal with digital misconduct among students, Fadhlina tells Parliament

KUALA LUMPUR: Stronger measures are being taken to deal with the issue of digital misconduct among school students, particularly incidents involving the circulation of explicit images following a case in Johor, says Fadhlina Sidek