Albukhary International University (AIU) proudly concluded the UGREAT 2025 Programme with an inspiring closing ceremony officiated by Prof. Dato’ Ir. Dr. Mohd Saleh bin Jaafar, Vice Chancellor and President of AIU, held on October 10, 2025, at Lecture Theatre 6. The event marked the culmination of a transformative four-week journey that guided new Malaysian students through academic preparation, community integration, and personal development.
🌟 Vice Chancellor’s Inspiring Address: Gratitude, Growth, and Global Citizenship
In his keynote address, Prof. Dato’ Ir. Dr. Mohd Saleh extended heartfelt congratulations to the UGREAT 2025 participants for their active engagement and commitment throughout the programme. He reminded students to remain grateful for the rare opportunity to study at a fully sponsored institution founded upon compassion, service, and global unity — the noble vision of AIU’s Founder, Almarhum Tan Sri Syed Mokhtar Albukhary.
He further encouraged students to live out the University’s 5A Core Values — Altruism, Accountability, Ambition, Adaptability, and Appreciation — and to practice The 8-Hour Rule, balancing academics, self-development, and community contribution.
“At AIU, education goes beyond classrooms. You are here not only to earn a degree, but to grow as leaders who will embody empathy, discipline, and a sense of purpose,” said Prof. Dato’ Ir. Dr. Mohd Saleh.
“AIU is a family of cultures — learn from each other, celebrate your diversity, and carry forward the values that unite us as a compassionate global community.”
He also highlighted the importance of engaging meaningfully with international peers, emphasizing that AIU’s unique multicultural environment offers students a rare opportunity to develop intercultural competence, global awareness, and respect for diversity.
💡 UGREAT: Building Foundations for Academic and Personal Success
UGREAT (University Undergraduate Acceleration Programme) is an annual preparatory initiative designed to help students transition smoothly into university life — academically, socially, and personally. The 2025 programme featured a series of interactive modules and workshops focusing on:
- English and Communication Skills
- Mathematics and Analytical Thinking
- Mental and Physical Wellbeing
- Teamwork, Time Management, and Leadership Development
Led by Mr. Mohd Fadli Zakaria, Lecturer at the Centre for Foundation and General Studies (CFGS), UGREAT 2025 was a collaborative effort involving the Language Centre (LC) and the Centre for Student Affairs and Alumni (CSAA). Together, the departments ensured an engaging, holistic, and student-centred experience that empowered participants to begin their university journey with confidence.
Throughout the programme, students participated in a mix of academic enrichment, personal reflection, and community-building activities designed to nurture self-discipline, resilience, and a sense of belonging within the AIU family.
🤝 Distinguished Presence and Institutional Support
The ceremony was attended by key members of AIU’s leadership and academic community, including:
- Prof. Dr. Hj. Mohamad Abdullah Bin Hemdi, Deputy Vice Chancellor (Academic)
- Mr. Abdul Shakur Bin Abdullah, Deputy Registrar and Director, Centre for Corporate Planning and Communication (CPC)
- Madam Alia Hanim Binti Zainal Abidin, Director, Centre for Foundation and General Studies (CFGS)
- Mr. Nidhoil Mohamed Ibrahim, Director, Centre for Student Affairs and Alumni (CSAA)
- Lecturers from CFGS and educators from the Language Centre (LC)
Their presence underscored AIU’s unwavering commitment to nurturing student growth through mentorship, collaboration, and value-based education.
🌱 Nurturing Future Leaders the AIU Way
As the UGREAT 2025 participants embark on their academic journey, they carry with them the lessons of gratitude, self-discipline, and service. The programme reaffirms AIU’s mission to educate and inspire compassionate leaders who embody the university’s 3ZERO vision — Zero Poverty, Zero Unemployment, and Zero Net Carbon Emission.
UGREAT continues to serve as a cornerstone of AIU’s student development framework — one that blends academic excellence, moral integrity, and social responsibility to prepare graduates for a lifetime of meaningful impact.
