Teachers' Day - A Day
of Appreciation for Stamford Staff.
In conjunction with
Teachers' Day on 16 May 2007, Stamford College held a "Teachers'
Day Luncheon" for its staff. This has been an annual event for the
past five decades at the college. Staff from other Stamford
campuses were invited as well to this event. It was an opportunity
for staff to mingle with one another.
Dato� Hj Abdul Halim, the
Executive Chairman of Stamford College spoke on the importance of
the teaching faculty in the education sector and his appreciation
for the Stamford staff.
Best wishes from
Dato' Halim on Teachers' Day
"Educators play a very
important role in shaping today�s society, they are every
student�s aspiration. Without teachers there would not be a
generation of inspiration."
He added that teachers
today face many challenges especially in higher educational
institutes where they may have a variety of nationalities
together. They have to cut across language barriers and cultures
to reach each and every one of them.
" We have today at least
students from 40 over countries at our campuses and that brings a
new dimension to learning in the classrooms. We need to ensure
that all these students return to their respective countries with
a sound education".
The Chairman later gave
lecturers souvenirs as a token of appreciation for their
work.
Lunch was served
later.
Teachers day at SCM
Meanwhile Stamford
College Malacca and the Student Council of Stamford College
Malacca, through the Hospitality Management Club, organised this
year�s Teachers� Day on 16 May 2007 at Stamford College Malacca.
Students offered dedication to their lecturers in the form of
flowers and performances at the Lecture Theatre. The lecturers
were later treated to lunch by the
students.
Stamford
College International students get I-Kad
China student Huang Bin
receives his I-Kad from YB Mustapha Mohamad
(left)
Stamford College
international students received their I-Kad at an
elaborate ceremony on Monday 28 May 2007 at Cyberjaya.Five
Stamford students were invited to attend the official ceremony
where they were presented with the I-Kad by the Minister of Higher
Education, Malaysia, YB Dato' Mustapa Bin Mohamed.
In his address, the Minister
said," The I-Kad allows the international student access to a
range of services without enduring excessive bureaucratic process.
The international student need only carry the I-Kad wherever they
go as proof of their status in the country. The card is
sophisticated as it contains 17 security features such as 'ghost
image' on the photograph, micro-text, logo only visible under
ultra violet light, the Mlaysian map on the top side and laser
embossed printing".
The I-Kad is a joint venture
between Minsitry of Home Affairs and the Ministry of Higher
Education to facilitate the stay of international students in
Malaysia.
Educational Institute's
Award to two Stamford Academics
Mr U.K. Menon and
Mr Reginald Pereira have been awarded distinguished awards for
their contribution to the EI's programmes in Malaysia. Mr Roy G.
Kennington, CHA, President and Chief Operating Officer, in a
letter congratulating both, states,
"We are
pleased to inform you that you have been selected to receive the
Educational Institute�s Lamp of Knowledge Award for Outstanding
International Educators. This award recognizes individuals who
have made the most effective use of the Educational Institute�s
independent learning programs.The Lamp of Knowledge will
be presented to you at the Stars of the Industry Luncheon during
the American Hotel & Lodging Association�s Summer Summit on
Wednesday, June 13, 2007 from 11:30 am. � 2:00 p.m. in the
Symphony Ballroom in the Loews Vanderbilt
Hotel".
Stamford College congratulates Mr
Menon and Mr Reginald for their recognition by one of the
premier hospitality training institutes in the
world.
School of
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Blue Mountain Hotel School Australia Collaborates
with Stamford College � Graduates Today � Managers
Tomorrow
Stamford
College's School of Hospitality and Tourism Management Club hosted
an event on 21 May 2007 in the Stamford KL to celebrate
the collaboration of Blue Mountain Hotel School Australia and
Stamford College.
Blue Mountain Hotel School Australia
representatives at Stamford College. From left : Mr.
Reginald Pereira, YM Raja Murdhiah, Malaysian Representative and
Mr. Peter E Mueller, Area Project Manager, Blue Mountain Hotel
School Australia, Mr. Raja S Mohan, Mr. Kalairasan and Adnan
Malik, President School of Hospitality and Tourism Management
Club.
The Blue Mountains Hotel School offers a range of
internationally recognised undergraduate courses in
hospitality and tourism management providing pathways to
academic and practical disciplines needed to succeed in the
international hospitality and tourism industry.
Since its establishment in 1991, the Blue
Mountains Hotel School (BMHS) has enjoyed remarkable growth. With
a placement success matching its growth rate, the School continues
its proud tradition of integrity, quality and educational
excellence. Today, over 3000 students have studied at the
school.
All courses embrace the Three Pillars Approach
teaching philosophy - Professional and Personal Development,
Practical Skills and Theoretical Knowledge - to create highly
motivated, well-rounded professional managers with a realistic
view of their career.
As well as attending lectures, seminars and
tutorials, students gain rigorous practical training and learn
discipline, teamwork and leadership skills as the staff of a fully
operational, simulated hotel on the BMHS residential campus in
Leura. In recognition of the importance of having access to
in-country support, the Blue Mountains Hotel School also maintains
representative offices in the countries like Malaysia, Hong Kong,
Indonesia, Korea, India, Norway, Sweden, Singapore, Russia and
Thailand.
Stamford School of
Education and Law
Publications by the
SOEL
The School of Education and
Law (SoEL) wishes to congratulate the following law staff for
their recent publications:
Tan Seng Teck
(2006), 'The Exclusionary Rule in Evidence. Should
Malaysia Adopt Similar Approach?', Law Review,
467-498.
Tan Seng Teck
(2005), 'Assessing the extent to which Williams v Roffey
has altered the Doctrine of Consideration', Law Review,
282-293.
Tan Seng Teck
(2005), 'A Critical Review of the Role of the Insanity
Defence in Criminal Law', Law Review,
467-498.
Wan Azlan
Ahmad, Advisory Editor who contributed to Division I,
Judicial Review Handbook, 2nd ed. (May 2007); The book
retails at RM400.00.
Wan Azlan
standing ( 2nd from right) and Seng Teck (extreme
right)
Congratulations Seng Teck and Wan
Azlan!!
Stamford
Toastmaster Club -Stamford Competent
Communicators
Two staff of Stamford College have become
Competent Communicators of the Toastmasters Club International.
Mrs Ngu and Mr Steven Chan delivered their tenth assigned speech
on 22 May 2007and were awarded their award. Mrs Ngu, who spoke on
' Ignite the flame in you' was voted the best assignment speaker
for the day.
Mrs Ngu delivering her
speech
Stamford 'A' Level student Lim Wen Xin also
delivered an excellent speech on 'Travel', was loudly applauded
and got a good evaluation.
Mr Andrew Choo, President of the Stamford
Toastmasters Club, who welcomed all present, announced that the
2nd Annual General Meeting will be held on 12 June 2007. He also
mentioned that the Club was delighted to see new members at the
gathering.
Stamford College KL- Doing a world of
good!
A group of students from
Stamford College KL, chose to volunteer for a day at the National
Zoo on 20 May 2007. The final year Diploma in Communication
students began their voluntary service early in the morning when
all the animals were active.
Together with the
zookeepers, the students cleaned the cages of hippopotamuses and
giraffes, all the surroundings and fed the animals. Programme
coordinator, Zatul Aniza Yusoff said that, " Through these
voluntary activities, we are able to learn more about the habits
and nature of these animals. The students benefited greatly from the experience and
instilled in them a love for nature."
Stamford College Malacca
-A workshop
on SOFT SKILLS FOR A STRONG CAREER
Mr Samy and staff having
tea with the speakers
About 100 students participated
in a workshop on 18 May 2007 titled 'SOFT SKILLS FOR A STRONG
CAREER' conducted by a team of professors from India and the US
led by senior professor (Dr) N.Mangayarkarasi of
P.S.G.R.Krishnammah College, Bharathiar University, Tamil Nadu,
India. The other members of the team were Professor (Dr)
M.D.V.Kalyani, the Principal of Baktavatchalam Memorial College
for Women, Tamil Nadu, India and Professor (Dr) Sheba K.George of
Dallas Baptist University, US.
During the four-hour workshop,
the students were exposed to some innovative methods of acquiring
the language skills needed for a successful career. The highly
interactive session was an enjoyable experience for the
participants.
The same team conducted a
two-hour workshop for the academic staff of SCM on "Modes and
Methods of Teaching English".
The facilitators pointed out
that there are many reluctant learners of the English Language,
and the traditional language teaching methods may not yield the
desired results. They gave many practical suggestions and examples
of participative modes in the learning of English. It was a very
fruitful session for the academic staff of SCM.
Clean Up Melaka
Campign held on 21 April
2007
Cleaning up
for Malacca
The Student
Council held another activity on 21 April at Taman Mini
Malaysia, Melaka. The objective of the event was "Our climate, our
actions, our future". The activity was organised by the World
Youth Foundation.
Ten students
took part in the event which started of with a briefing by
Majlis Bandaraya Melaka. The students were full of
enthusiasm when they were given all the gardening
equipments to go around the area and collect the rubbish and
debris around the park.
The Chief Minister
of Melaka Y.B.Datuk Seri Mohd Ali Rustam was present at the
function.
Students
were awarded certificates of appreciation for their
participation.
Mahkota Event held
on 22 April
Students of
Stamford college Melaka participated in the "Projects K.I.Ds �
Kids in Demand Festival which was held on 22 April in Mahkota
Parade. Fifteen SCM students put up a cultural show which
consisted of a song, dance (cultural and modern) and an
instrumental music performance.
