Speech Tan Sri Salleh Session 2

ADDRESS BY YANG BERBAHAGIA TAN SRI DR. SALLEH BIN MOHD. NOR PRO-CHANCELLOR OF UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA

IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE 58TH CONVOCATION CEREMONY UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MALAYSIA (SESSION II)

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‫بسم هللا الرمحن الرحمي‬ ‫السالم عليمك ورمحة هللا وبراكته‬ ‫‪and greetings‬‬ ‫‪WWW.UTM.MY‬‬

SALUTATION

Yang Berbahagia Tan Sri Dato’ Dr. Lin See Yan, Pro-Chancellor Universiti Teknologi Malaysia The honorable Prof. Datuk Ir. Dr. Wahid bin Omar, The Vice-Chancellor of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and wife, Members of the Senate, Senior Officials, Invited Guests, Parents and our Celebrated Graduates.

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GRATITUDE TO ALLAH S.W.T

First and foremost, let us express our gratitude to Allah S.W.T because of his mercy and grace, we are able to gather here today on the occasion of the 58th convocation of Universiti Teknologi Malaysia. I believe this glorious occasion has a very strong and significant meaning to all graduates and parents.

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HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS

First I would like to congratulate all graduates who have successfully proven their achievements in acquiring the required knowledge in UTM. We would also like to congratulate all parents and family members who have sacrificed greatly to ensure the success of your children to achieve this level.

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CONGRATULATORY REMARKS

Well done and congratulations to Professor Emeritus Matsuura, Honorary Award Recipients, and award recipients of Professor Emeritus, Dr. Mohd Amin bin Alias, and Dr. Md Nor bin Musa.

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HEARTIEST CONGRATULATIONS

Not forgetting, heartiest congratulations to all staff of the university who have implemented various innovative initiatives which have successfully developed the graduates throughout the duration of their studies at the university.

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QS WORLD UNIVERSITY RANKINGS

I would also like to take advantage of this joyous occasion to congratulate UTM for its success in improving its performance status in the QS World University Rankings by faculty, whereby UTM is ranked 90th, and the QS World University Rankings by subject whereby 6 subjects are in the top 100 - Built Environment / Architectural, Engineering Chemistry, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering and Structural and Computer Science and Information Systems.

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UTM AS A SUSTAINABLE GREEN CAMPUS

Congratulations to UTM for its continuous effort in maintaining a sustainable green campus, with its clean and safe natural environment, which provides a conducive culture for appreciation of knowledge. The recent initiative in promoting ‘Car Free Day’ is an excellent example of a sustainable campus.

UTM should also ban the use of plastics and polystyrene in campus.

However, these initiatives will not have any affect without the support of everyone in the UTM community, including students.

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GRADUATES AS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

I believe after the completion of your studies at the university, graduates are excited to put themselves in the new workplace era as young professionals. Therefore, I would like to advise you to work hard, be patient, transparent and trustworthy in exercising your duties. You have not only acquired the academic knowledge but even more than that, you should practice the necessary soft skills inculcated in you over the years throughout your studies.

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GRADUATES AS YOUNG PROFESSIONALS

I am pleased to remind you that as a graduate, this is the beginning of your life's endless journey to becoming a more competitive and outstanding person as outlined in the National Education Philosophy.

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JOB OPPORTUNITIES

To graduates who are facing difficulties and challenges in finding your dream job, you are advised to be patient and always think positive. Job opportunities for those who graduated in the field of science and technology are available with the implementation of various government transformation initiatives. Furthermore, ladies and gentlemen, you are graduates from UTM,– and that’s what makes you unique and stand out as someone special - you have inherited genes and DNA from UTM. WWW.UTM.MY

DEVELOPING SOFT SKILLS

In the meantime, make extra effort to continuously increase your knowledge and value-added skills such as communication especially in English, negotiation, strategic thinking and other skills which are very important to prepare yourself to face the current challenges of globalization. Do not be too complacent and satisfied in the "comfort zone".

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SEEKING FOR OPPORTUNITIES

The world is enormous for you to explore. Do not set your limits to what you want to achieve. Seek opportunities anywhere, not only in this country. Challenge yourself to explore your potentials. Make the world the main stage for your personal performance and a measure of your excellence in the future. However, do not forget good manners and religious values, ethics, integrity and accountability as well as tolerance.

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TOWARDS KNOWLEDGEABLE HUMAN CAPITAL

To graduates who have the intention to continue their education to a higher level, you are most welcomed to do so. Our country is in great need of the knowledgeable human capital development to continue to drive the nation. UTM soaring upwards, similarly, the Quran encourages continuous development of oneself, “To All are Degrees (or ranks) According to their Deeds" (Al-An'am: 132)

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CLOSING

I end my speech by congratulating all graduates once again on your well-deserved success. You are now Alumni of UTM! ‫اوِبهلل التوفيقُ والهداية‬ ‫والسالم عليمك ورمحةهللا وبراكته‬

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