Assalamualaikum (WBT) and a very good day.

Praise be to ALLAH SWT for all the blessings bestowed upon us.

So much has changed in the world and in our community amid the Covid-19 pandemic. In these uncertain times, it is reassuring to know that Universiti Utara Malaysia (UUM) continues to be strong in providing excellent education and solidifying its reputation, both nationally, and internationally.

The University is a unique institution in its own right where characters are built, talents nurtured and knowledge accumulated. It is home to where knowledge ‘ILMU’ is received and returned in the form of virtue ‘BUDI’ and service ‘BAKTI’.

Being an UUM alumnus is a privilege and an honour bestowed when you graduated from the University. The experiences gained and memories created in Sintok, Kedah will undoubtedly help enrich your present life and build your career. I am proud to be a part of the UUM alumni huge family with almost 150,000 members spread across the world. We have quite a presence. As alumni, you are our best ambassadors through your professional career paths and your willingness to serve. You have established yourself as successful individuals in respective fields and have done the University proud.

Lest we forget, your Alma Mater is in need of your generous contribution and support towards helping the present, and future generation of students. In the present context of Covid-19 pandemic hardship, many of the them are trying very hard to cope with the situation and would be very grateful to receive assistance from UUM alumni.

The pandemic has also made it quite challenging to engage the alumnus face to face (F2F). However, I can assure you that the UUM Alumni Centre is trying its very best to organize alumni events, regional networking get-togethers, career advisory services, and social media resources available through the Alumni Centre and the University.

In conclusion, I urge that all UUM Alumni to give back to the University in whatever form of assistance you are comfortable with, either monetary or non-monetary basis.  I am sure there are many ways to give back, from career and academic mentoring to volunteering your time in on and off-campus events, or to simply attend any UUM academic and social events. I encourage you to explore all that we have to offer to stay connected and make yourself proud as a UUM alumnus.

Together we work towards strengthening our alumni community and UUM.

Thank you.