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2026
The Creative Nexus: Showcase & Festival
We are excited to announce the Creative Nexus: Showcase & Festival, a capstone event organized by our Advertising students. This dynamic three-day festival celebrates student creativity and practical skills while engaging the local community through interactive, family-friendly activities.
This initiative aims to enhance the visibility of UTAR’s Bachelor of Communication (Honours) Advertising program while providing students with invaluable experiential learning and public engagement opportunities.
- Date: 1–3 May 2026 (Friday to Sunday)
- Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Venue: AEON Mall Kinta City, Ipoh
- Organizers: UTAR Department of Advertising (FAS) in collaboration with AEON Mall Kinta City and the Advertising Student Chapter
What to Expect
The festival serves as a platform for final-year students to present their capstone projects and foster connections with the industry and the public.
Highlights include:
- Booth Exhibition: Interactive displays of final-year advertising campaigns.
- Art Exhibition & Workshops: A showcase of student artworks and hands-on workshops focused on eco-narrative themes using recycled materials.
- Contests for Kids: Engaging activities including a Colouring Contest and a Kids Fashion Contest
Join us in celebrating the next generation of creative professionals!
Exhibition Announcement: Eco-Narratives Art Exhibition 2026
The Department of Advertising under the Faculty of Arts and Social Science (FAS) is proud to present the Eco-Narratives Art Exhibition 2026. This students' work exhibition highlights the vital relationship between humanity and the environment through creative visual storytelling and themes of sustainability.
In a unique collaboration with AEON Mall Kinta City, our students and lecturers will transform the commercial space into a cultural hub, bridging the gap between academia and the local community.
- Dates: 2 May – 3 May 2026
- Time: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Venue: Second Floor (2F), AEON Mall Kinta City, Ipoh
- Art Showcase: A curated display of paintings, photography, posters, and sculptures created by students and lecturers.
- Art Workshop (2-3 May): A hands-on session led by faculty lecturers where participants create art using discarded plastic materials, focusing on eco-narrative themes. (early registration required).
- Coloring Art Competition (2 May): A public contest themed around Labour Day. (early registration required).
The exhibition features a diverse range of artistic interpretations and interactive sessions:
Final Year Students' Capstone Project Exhibition
The final year advertising capstone project exhibition showcases the creative work of students who have collaborated with real clients under the theme of Health and Awareness. Throughout the project, students developed strategic advertising and promotional campaigns that address relevant health issues, combining research, creativity, and practical industry insights. At the exhibition, visitors can explore a range of thoughtfully designed materials, including print ads, digital campaigns, and promotional concepts, reflecting each group’s unique approach to communicating impactful messages and engaging target audiences.
- Date: 01 - 03 May 2026, Saturday
- Venue: Ground Floor (GF), AEON MALL Kinta City, Ipoh
FAS Town Hall Meeting
We are pleased to invite ALL FAS students to our upcoming Faculty Town Hall Meeting, which will provide an opportunity to engage in open dialogue about matters affecting our academic community.
- Date: 29 April 2026, Wednesday
- Time: 2:00PM
- Platform: MS Teams, Teams code sud8ubx
During the session, the Heads of Departments and Programmes will be part of the sharing segment, a Q&A segment where you are encouraged to raise questions, share feedback, and contribute ideas. Your participation is highly valuable in helping us foster transparency, collaboration, and a shared sense of direction. We strongly encourage all faculty members to attend.
Thank you, and we look forward to your participation.FAS Academic Briefing: Feb-2026 Trimester
Attention All Students: Academic Briefing Session
Welcome to the new trimester! To ensure you have a smooth and successful start to your journey here, we are hosting a mandatory Academic Briefing specifically designed for our Year 1, Trimester 1 students.
This session is your chance to meet your academic leaders, understand your program structure, and get essential tips on navigating your studies.
Event Details
- Date: 04 February 2026, Wednesday
- Platform: Microsoft Teams (Online)
- Conducted by: Your respective Head of Department (HOD) / Head of Programme (HOP)
How to Join
Please click the link below at the scheduled time to enter the briefing:
Click your programme's link below to enter the MS Teams meeting
· Bachelor of Arts (Honours) English Language
· Bachelor of Communications (Honours) Advertising, Bachelor of Communications (Honours) Journalism and Bachelor of Communications (Honours) Public Relations
· Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) Guidance and Counselling and Bachelor of Social Science (Honours) Psychology
2025
Celebrating Academic Distinction: The Inaugural FAS Awards Ceremony 2025
On 17 December 2025, Wednesday, the Faculty of Arts and Sciences (FAS) marked a historic milestone with its first-ever FAS Awards Ceremony. This landmark event was dedicated to honoring the exceptional contributions of our faculty members and researchers whose dedication to scholarship, teaching, and mentorship continues to elevate our academic community. The 2025 ceremony recognize those who have demonstrated unparalleled excellence in their respective fields. We are proud to announce the academicians who have set the gold standard for intellectual inquiry and pedagogical innovation this year.
Award Recipients 2025:
Palette & Plate FAS Edition 2025: Celebrating Excellence and Community
The Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FAS), UTAR, hosted the Palette & Plate FAS Edition: Lunch and Awards 2025, a year-end gathering celebrating staff achievements and fostering camaraderie. The monochrome-themed potluck brought faculty members together to recognise outstanding contributions in teaching, research, student development, and community engagement.
This year, FAS recognised 14 exemplary staff members at the Palette & Plate FAS Edition 2025, an event that successfully blended recognition, celebration, and team bonding, leaving staff motivated and proud of their collective accomplishments.
“The Palette & Plate is more than just an awards ceremony; it is a celebration of our collective commitment to excellence and collaboration,” said Assistant Professor Dr. Lee Lai Meng, Dean of FAS. She added that she hopes these recognitions will inspire all staff to continue delivering outstanding work and contributing to the faculty’s vibrant academic community.
Award Recipients 2025:
Teaching Excellence Awards
Arts: Pn. Nurullashkeen Binti Mohd Anis
Social Science: Mr. Lee Wei Rong
Communication: Ms. Mok Sew Kuen
Supervision Awards
Outstanding Postgraduate Supervision Award: Professor Dr. Cheah Phaik Kin
Excellence in Research Supervision Award: Assistant Professor Dr. Nurul Iman Binti Abdul Jalil
Research & Publication Awards
Research Grant Achievement Award: Associate Professor Dr. Tan Soon Aun
Scholarly Publication Excellence Award: Associate Professor Dr. Siah Poh Chua
Creative Arts & Media Publication Excellence Award: Encik Abdullah Ehlid Al Walid Bin Luli
Emerging Talent Award
Young Scholar Award: Assistant Professor Dr. T'ng Soo Ting
Community & Professional Engagement Awards
Knowledge Transfer & Community Engagement Excellence Award: Professor Dr. Cheah Phaik Kin
Excellence in Professional Consultation Award: Mr. Tay Kok Wai
Internationalisation & Global Engagement Award: Professor Dr. Cheah Phaik Kin
Excellence in Support Services Award: Mr. Wong Chee Khan (Anthony)
Lifetime Achievement Award
Distinguished Lifetime Achievement Award: Associate Professor Dr. Siah Poh Chua
Where Ideas Take Shape: The DAV Capstone Project Exhibition
Capstone Project Exhibition by UTAR’s final-year students!
Career Talk: Pathway to Internship & Employment at Resorts World Genting
The FAS Student Development Committee (SDC) is hosting a career talk featuring speakers from Resorts World Genting, offering undergraduate students firsthand experiences and valuable insights into career pathways within the hospitality and entertainment industry. Attendees will hear personal career journeys, gain industry knowledge, understand essential skills, receive practical advice, and have the opportunity to ask questions, with soft skills points awarded for full attendance; registration is encouraged by Tuesday, April 15th, 2025, at 12:00 PM via the QR code on the poster due to potentially limited seating.
UACC3006 Industrial Training Briefing
Students planning to register for UACC3006 Industrial Training in the upcoming June 2025 trimester are required to attend the briefing session on:
- Date: 26 February 2025, Wednesday
- Time: 2:00 PM
- Platform: Microsoft Teams
UTAR Kampar Career Day
Career Day is your ultimate gateway to unlocking your professional path! Discover a multitude of internship programs, graduate positions, and full-time job openings that align with your interests and career aspirations. Further details on the event are as follows.
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- Date: 26 March 2025, Wednesday
- Time: 10am-4pm
- Venue: Dewan Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik, UTAR Kampar
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Don't miss this golden opportunity. Spread the news and bring your friends along to the Career Day at Dewan Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik on the 26 March 2025.
2024
FAS Logo Design Competition
Calling all FAS creatives!
Unleash your inner designer and craft a logo that captures the essence of our faculty This is an excellent opportunity to create a distinctive logo that represents the Faculty of Arts and Social Science (FAS) and reflects our commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement.
The competition is open to all FAS staff, students and alumni.
Prizes:
- Winner: Cash prize of RM300
- 2nd Prize: Cash prize of RM200
- 3rd Prize: Cash prize of RM100
Existing FAS student participants will be awarded USSDC points!!
For more information, please visit our website
Mid-Autumn Festival celebration!
We are thrilled to invite you to the Mid-Autumn Festival, co-organised by UTAR Confucius Institute and Faculty of Arts and Social Science. This cherished event is a time for reunion, reflection and rejoicing under the full moon.
Date: 7 September 2024
Time: 6.00pm - 11.00pm
Venue: Dewan Tun Dr Ling Liong Sik, UTAR KamparHighlights of the event:
- Cultural Performances
- Workshops
- Food stalls
Pre-graduand photo taking for March 2025 Convocation Batch
CMPS is now preparing March 2025 Convocation Batch pre-graduand photo taking project (1st round) on June'24 this trimester.Students (group leader) are required to register through the registration link by login using the UTAR email account.
Registration Deadline: 18 June 2024 (Tuesday)
Note:
2023
Industrial Organisational Psychology Forum:
Prospects in Southeast Asia
The forum was held on 25 March 2023 via Zoom
Research sharing: Exploring Sexual Pleasure and Adult Videos: Insights from Japan's Adult Entertainment Industry
The Department of Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of
Arts and Social Science, UTAR, is organising a research sharing on "Exploring Sexual Pleasure and Adult Videos:
Insights from Japan's Adult Entertainment Industry".
The details of the talk are as follows:
Date: 23 August 2023 (Wednesday)
Time: 2.30 PM – 3.30 PM
Venue: IDK7
Admission: FREE to all
USSDC claimable: 2 points under Moral & Professional Ethics
Interested participants may register via the
link below or the QR code in the poster:
https://tinyurl.com/3u8skpy4
For more information, please contact:
Mr Tan Soon Aun tansa@utar.edu.my
We look forward to seeing you!
Thank you.
Talk: How are You Feeling Today? A Conversation Over Emotions
The Department of Psychology and Counselling, Faculty of
Arts and Social Science, UTAR, is organising a talk on "How are You
Feeling Today? A Conversation Over Emotion".
The details of the talk are as
follows:
Date: 16 August 2023 (Wednesday)
Time: 2.30 PM – 3.30 PM
Venue: IDK7
Admission: FREE to all
USSDC claimable: 2 points under Emotional Intelligence
Interested participants may register via the
link below or the QR code in the poster:
https://tinyurl.com/2vfvmp8n
For more information, please contact:
Mr Tan Soon Aun tansa@utar.edu.my
We look forward to seeing you!
Thank you.
We are delighted to invite you to join our 3-days training course on Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist for Individuals (CCTS-I) 2023 organised by Counselling program, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman.
Join us to further explore about trauma and learn intervention that improves quality treatment for those who have experienced trauma.
- Presenter: Dr Robert Rhoton
- Date: 17th - 19th July 2023
- Time: 9.00 a.m. - 5.00 p.m. (lunch & refreshments provided)
- Venue: Pusat Belia Antarabangsa, Kuala Lumpur
- Closing date for registration: 15th June 2023
All participants will receive the Certificate of Attendance which will allow them to work towards the CCTS-I certification from Trauma Institute International. Kindly refer to the poster for further details.
To register you can scan QR code in the poster or click on the link: https://forms.gle/T3h83XD7M1XDhqvKA
If you would like to inquire more, feel free to contact Ms Liza Hartini via phone at +6018-3840613 or email at lizahartini@utar.edu.my
The Centre for Applied Psychology, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman is organizing a webinar entitled "Care for Refugees in Malaysia". This webinar aims to share the latest information and research findings about the wellness of refugees in Malaysia.
Details of the webinar:
- Date: 29 April 2023 (Saturday)
- Time: 2:00 p.m. - 5:20 p.m. (MYT)
- Platform: Zoom
- Speakers:
- Frederick Poi Kee Low, PhD, James Cook University, Singapore
- Zhooriyati Sehu Mohamad, PhD, Asia Pacific University
- Tan Chee Seng, PhD, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman
Registration link: https://shorturl.at/jnpBT (register by 21st April 2023, Fri)
*UTAR students who participated in the webinar will be awarded 5 USSDC points under Lifelong Learning & Information Management.
For enquiries, please contact Ms. Kavitha a/p Nalla Muthu at kavithanm@utar.edu.my.
A series of interesting activities organised by Public Relations students in promoting PR programme, please click HERE for more information!
Title: The Evolution of Marketing Tool in Reality
- 10.00am President’s Address by Ir. Professor Dato’ Dr. Ewe Hong Tat
- 12.00noon Light refreshment (interaction during light refreshment)
- 12.10pm Introduction of DARP services, Convocation information / Do & Don'ts, and Alumni Relations matters.
- 12.30pm Information sessions of CEE, DPP, IPSR & DSSC
2022
2021
CEO di Salient Information (MYC!) Sdn. Bhd.
Global Study Tour Project
with Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Science and Technology Indonesia
Date: Every Saturday 17 July 2021 to 21 Aug 2021
Time: 2-5pm (Malaysia)/ 1-4pm (Indonesia)
PIC: Ms. Farah Nabila, Mr. Teh Boon Teck and Mr. Edwin Michael
No. of credit hrs: 3 credit hrs (students may opt for co-curricular credit transfer)
+Email us at djrfasutar2021@gmail.com.edu.my for more info
2020
Fighting Infodemic & Social Stigma Through Media
Date: 11 December 2020
Time: 2pm – 4pm
Channel: Zoom
Meeting ID: 989 0330 5985
Passcode: 734341
2019
