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20-Nov-202105-Feb-2022

Program C “Summer Programs” Information Session

What is UMAP Program C? Program C consists of short-term (one to eight-week) programs offered by UMAP Participating institutions. Programs are generally offered between May and September and are available in a wide range of disciplines: cultural studies, language proficiency courses, vocational training, entrepreneurship, and more.

Institutions offering Program C may charge or waive tuition fees for students and may choose whether to offer credit for the program. Program C is administered through the USCO platform. UMAP institutions may register program C offerings until December 1, 2021 for the first application cycle or February 28, 2022 for the second application cycle.

A Program C Information Session and Q&A was held on Zoom. You can watch the recording here.

19-Nov-202119-Nov-2021

UKM Global Webinar Series: The Importance of Associations in Internationalization Strategies

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Global would like to cordially invite UMAP members to the fourth series of our ‘UKM Global Webinar Series’, supported by the Toshiba International Foundation themed ‘The Importance of Associations in the Internationalization Strategies of Universities’

Date : 22 November 2021 (Monday)
Time : 10.00 a.m (GMT +8)
Registration : https://tinyurl.com/TIFO4 (via Zoom Platform)

Webinar Information Website: https://www.ukm.my/pha/tifowebinar4/
Facebook Live: https://www.facebook.com/OIRUKM/

This webinar aims to share the experiences of universities in Malaysia and Japan in their participation with international associations and how this form of partnership has brought their internationalization efforts to greater heights. It also aims to explore how and what kind of support associations provide during the pandemic period and dealing with a period of uncertainty.

13-Nov-2021

Kansai University IIGE International Forum 2021

The Kansai University IIGE International Forum: Emerging New Modes of Next New Normal VE/COIL: Uniting Asia, America, and Europe through IoE (Internet of Education) will run December 10 & 11, 2021. All sessions are free and open to the public but registration is required. Please use the QR code attached to register or email iige [at]ml.kansai.jp

11-Nov-202117-Nov-2021

Discovery Camp: Information Session for Potential Host Institutions/Countries

Beginning in 2022, UMAP is expanding the Discovery Camp model and will offer at least two Discovery Camp cycles per year: Summer and Winter. Applicants interested in hosting a Discovery camp can choose between offering a virtual or a physical camp. UMAP hopes to be able to select at least one physical and one virtual camp each year. Ideally one physical camp will be offered in each of UMAP’s geographic regions (Asia and the Americas), plus one virtual program. Programs must include content related to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Interested in applying to host a Discovery Camp? The hosting application is now open, with a deadline of December 1, 2021 for programs taking place in Summer 2022. Please use this link to access the application. Applications to host Discovery Camps will be reviewed by UMAP’s Sustainable Development Goals Taskforce. Please note that this is a competitive process and it may not be possible to select all applicants.

Click here to watch a recording of the virtual information session on hosting Discovery Camps.

09-Nov-202109-Nov-2021

Universiti Teknologi MARA virtual program: Green and Cultural Heritage of Malaysia

“Green and Cultural Heritage of Malaysia” is designed for students around the world to learn about Malaysia. This program is organized by the Faculty of Applied Sciences, Universiti Teknologi MARA, Malaysia to develop young people’s international perspective and promote UiTM and Malaysia through its rich cultural heritage and beautiful biodiversity. Since international trips were brought to an abrupt halt by the Covid-19 pandemic, participants will be entertained with amazing virtual tours of Malaysia’s interesting places and live classes. Participants will receive certificate upon completion.

The program will be held from 22 – 27 November 2021 and will be taught in English. The registration fee is $50 USD.

For more information, please visit: https://fsg.uitm.edu.my/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&layout=edit&id=211