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Thursday, 19 January 2017
08 November, 2016: Special Recognition Dinner in honouring Dr. Ahmad Totonji, Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman and Prof. Emiritus Dato Dr. Tahir Azhar for receiving their honorary degree and awards.
IIIT East and South East Asia Office organized a Special
Recognition Dinner to congratulate Dr. Ahmad Totonji for the conferment of
Honorary Degree Doctor of Philosophy in Social Science from University
Selangor. IIIT also congratulated Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman and
Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr. Md. Tahir Md. Azhar, both were conferred Professor
Emeritus by the International Islamic University Malaysia. The Dinner was
organized on November 8, 2016 at the Banquet Hall, International Islamic University
and was attended by more than 100 professors, students and friends.
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Associate Prof. Dr. Mustafa Omar, Prof. Dr. Md. Aslam Md.
Haneef and Brother Shamsul Azhar were invited to present brief experiences they
had with the main guests. They shared their memorable moments in interacting
with them and related few anecdotes to inform the audience on the contributions
and personal attributes of the main guests. All three were indebted directly to
the three main guests for helping and encouraging them to succeed in their
careers and private lives.
Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr. Md. Tahir Md. Azhar in his
speech thanked IIIT for organizing the Dinner. He felt humbled with the
recognition given and gave his commitment to be associated with IIIT programs
and activities in the near future. Dr. Ahmad Totonji called for brothers and
sisters in the Muslim world to work together despite of their differences. He
said through out of his experience, we differed only 10% and agreed 90% on most
of the issues that we are facing. Therefore, Dr. Ahmad stressed that we should
work on the 90% that we agreed rather than focusing on the small portion that
we disagreed. He also stressed the need for working in a cohesive team and
having a positive view of the future. Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman
thanked everyone for their continuous support to IIIT programs and activities. He
said that currently IIIT East and South East Asia office is embarking on an
ambitious textbook project and he invited all scholars and IIIT friends to contribute
in the project.
The brothers and sisters were delighted with the Dinner
and having the opportunity to congratulate all three invited guests in person.
Everyone is looking forward for future events and activities organized by the
IIIT office.
05 November, 2016: UNISEL 11th Convocation Ceremony and Honorary Doctoral Degree conferred to Dr. Ahmad Totonji.
In conjunction with University Selangor’s 11th Convocation,
the University conferred Honorary Doctoral Degree — the University’s highest
accolade — to Dr. Ahmad Totonji, in recognition of his outstanding
contributions to education and community development. This is the first time in
the University history an Honorary Degree was bestowed. The degree was
conferred during the Main Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, November 5, 2015
at the University Main Campus in Bestari Jaya, Selangor.
Universiti Selangor (UNISEL), formerly known as Universiti Industri
Selangor was established on 23rd August 1999. Currently the University is
operating at two campuses; the sprawling 1000-acre Main Campus in Bestari Jaya
and the City Campus in Shah Alam. The establishment is in line with the State
Government's intention to make Selangor the leading regional education hub.
Selangor plays an active role in the delivery of higher education programmes in
order to enhance the development of human capital excellence. As one of the
earliest private institutions of higher learning (IPTS) in Malaysia, UNISEL is
unique as it is Malaysia's first state-owned university.
Dr. Ahmad Totonji in his acceptance speech thanked the University and
leadership of State of Selangor for honouring him with the prestigious
award. He affirmed that the future of
Malaysia is bright because of the dedicated leaders, scholars and graduating
students of UNISEL. He urged the graduates to work towards excellence ‘itqan’
and should not settle for anything else. Dr. Ahmad added that the struggle for
excellence must also be accompanied with patience, perseverance and optimism.
Dr. Ahmad defined optimism as always looking at the glass half full instead of
half empty. He also stressed for the graduates to carefully choose a group of
friends and work in a cohesive team. Dr. Ahmad attributed his success in his
endeavours to a team of friends who have struggled with him for the past 50
years. He said, “Without a team, I will not be able to achieve even 50% of what
I have achieved.”
During his stay at the University, Dr. Ahmad Totonji also delivered a
Premier Lecture to University Top Management, senior scholars and lecturers. A
special dinner was organized to honour Dr. Ahmad Totonji and was attended by
the Chief Minister of Selangor and other dignitaries. Dr. Ahmad also attended a
working meeting with Senior Management of the University to discuss on future
cooperation between IIIT and the University. Dr. Ahmad affirmed that he will
try his best to work together with the University and will provide all
necessary assistance and expertise as required from his side.
04 – 06 November, 2016: International Conference on Child Psychology jointly organized by IAMP (International Association of Muslim Psychologists), API (Assosiasi Psikologi Islam), Fak Psikologi UGM, UII, UIN Yogyakarta and UAD (Universitas Ahmad Dahlan)
04 – 06
November, 2016: International Conference on Child Psychology
jointly organized by IAMP (International Association of Muslim Psychologists),
API (Assosiasi Psikologi Islam), Fak Psikologi UGM, UII, UIN Yogyakarta and UAD
(Universitas Ahmad Dahlan), held at the University Club, Universitas Gajah
Masa. IIIT was represented by Prof. Dr. Malik Badri and Prof. Dr. Rahmatullah
Khan.
16 October, 2016: The First International Conference on 'Belt and Road' Countries En route to Harmonious and Peaceful Co-existence of Nationalities and Religions co-organized by School of Ethnic and Religious Studies, Northwest University of Politics and Law (NWUPL) and IIIT.
The First International Conference on ‘Belt and Road’
Countries En Route to Harmonious and Peaceful Co-Existence of Nationalities and
Religions was held on October 16, 2017 in Xi’an, China. The Conference was
co-organized by School of Ethnic and Religious Studies, Northwest University of
Politics and Law (NWUPL) and International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT).
The Conference is part of the activities agreed by both institutions in an MOU
signed on May 15, 2015.
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Northwest University of Politics and Law is a university
in Xi'an, one of the old law institutions in China. The university serves as
the educational center of law in the northwest part of China and as one of the
key bases of law institutions of higher learning in China. Located in the time-honored city of Xi'an,
Northwest University of Politics & Law is a multidisciplinary institution
of higher education characterized of law education together with a broad array
of disciplines such as philosophy, economics, management, and literature. It is
a base of great importance for training nationwide law talents, the centre of
law studies in northwest China, and also a significant base for studies of
humanities and social sciences in Shaanxi province.
Among the objectives of the Conference include to respond
positively the construction of “ Belt and Road” strategy, to research current
situation of nationalities and religions along with the Land and Maritime Silk
Road Countries, to study prospects, opportunities and challenges of which are
facing, and to promote co-operations and exchanges between China and related countries.
The one day Conference was attended by more than 40 scholars and post graduate
students. There were 16 paper presenters which were divided into four sessions.
IIIT was presented by 6 paper presenters covering main issues of the
Conference.
The Conference was officiated by Prof. Mu Xingtian, Dean
of School of Ethnic and Religious Studies, NWUPL where he welcomed all the
participants and looked forward for productive discussions and interactions.
Dr. Ahmad Tontonji was invited to present a Keynote Address where he
congratulated the efforts taken by the University. Dr. Ahmad stated that IIIT
will be very happy to facilitate and cooperate with the University in all
possible projects and activities. Dr. Ahmad envisioned that with the
cooperation, the University will become the best University in the world. Dr.
Ahmad also inspired the Chinese Muslims to play important roles in the
development of China where he stated that Muslims in China have the same rights
and responsibilities with other citizen of China.
The Conference ended with a resolution to continue
working together in all fields. IIIT would like to congratulate and thank Prof.
Dr. Wang Yongbao (Dr. Ahmad Musa) as the Chairman of the Conference and his
committee members for the successful Conference. Prof. Wang Yongbao is also the
IIIT Country Representative and he has been actively contributing to the
development of Islam in China.
Wednesday, 18 January 2017
03 October, 2016: Courtesy Call by Prof. Emeritus Dr. AbdulHamid AbuSulayman to Hon. Jusoff Kalla, Deputy President, Deputy President Republic of Indonesia
Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr.
AbdulHamid Abu Sulayman paid a courtesy call to Honorable Dr. Yusuf Kalla,
Deputy President Republic of Indonesia and the Deputy President Palace, Central
Jakarta on Monday, October 3, 2016. The main agenda for the meeting was to
exchange ideas on the future establishment of International Islamic University
Indonesia (IIUI).
Honorable Dr. Yusuf Kalla
expressed his thank to Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr. Abdul Hamid for coming to
Indonesia and contributing ideas for the establishment of IIUI. In his
welcoming remarks, Hon. Yusuf Kalla explained that there are more than 7,000
Islamic educational Islamic institutions in Indonesia at various levels. The
Deputy President hoped that the establishment of International Islamic
University Indonesia will be able to attract the best students from these
institutions to pursue their post graduate degrees. He also wished the
University to promote a more dynamic and creative ways in finding solutions to
the contemporary problems of the Ummah.
Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr.
AbdulHamid in his response said that he agreed with the Deputy President
assertion that the Ummah needs fresh ideas in solving our contemporary
challenges. Dr. AbdulHamid gave an example of the pressing issue of limited
number of pilgrimage who can perform Hajj at one time compared to an increasing
number of Muslims who requested to perform Hajj every year. According to Dr.
AbdulHamid, Muslim scholars must come out with creative solutions to resolve
this issue in the best possible ways. On behalf of IIIT, Dr. AbdulHamid assured
the Deputy President that the Institute will provide all necessary expertise
and assistance in setting up the University. Dr. AbdulHamid invited the
steering committee for the establishment of the University to visit the
International Islamic University of Malaysia (IIUM) to exchange ideas and
expertise. He hoped both IIUI and IIUM would be able to work together to
provide the best education for the Muslim Ummah and beyond.
The one hour visit was also attended by Prof. Dr.
Kamaruddin Amin, Director General of Islamic Education, representing the Minister
of Religious Affairs; Prof. Dr. Komaruddin Hidayat, Team leader of International
Islamic University, Indonesia (IIUI): Dr. Mohammad Umar, Secretary for the Vice
President; Dr. Bambang Widiyanto, Deputy Human Development Affairs Vice
President office and staffs. The IIIT delegates include Brother Muhammad
Siddek, Habib Chirzin and Shahran Kasim.
27 September, 2016: Dialogue between Prof. Emeritus Dr. AbdulHamid AbuSulayman and IIIT scholarship holders in IIUM
More than 25 students participated in the
dialogue where they shared their common concerned. The dialogue was as also
attended by Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman and Prof. Dr. Rahmah Osman.
27 September, 2016: Establishment of AbuSulayman Centre for Collaborative Research, KIRKHS-IIUM
The Kuliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human
Sciences establishes a new centre called AbdulHamid A. AbuSulayman Centre for
Collaborative Research on Tuesday, 27 September, 2016. The Centre is named
after the University Second Rector, Professor Emeritus Dato’ Dr. AbdulHamid A.
AbuSulyaman as an appreciation for his vision and commitment for the betterment
and upliftment of the Muslims Ummah. The Soft Launching Ceremony was attended
by Honorable Rector, Deputy Rectors, Deans, Head of Departments and invited
scholars.
The Kulliyyah was established in 1990. It is now the
largest faculty in the University, with over 4,000 students and more than 250
full-time academic staff. Its formation represents a drive to integrate Islamic
Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences disciplines as part of a comprehensive
educational reform for the betterment of mankind. Presently, the Kuliyyah has eleven
departments divided into Islamic Revealed Knowledge Division and Human Sciences
Division.
The Honorable Rector, Dato’ Sri Prof. Dr. Zaleha
Kamaruddin in her speech applauded the establishment of the Centre and hoped
that the Centre would be able to assist faculty members and postgraduate
students in their academic research. The Honorable Rector wished to see
significant increase in the number of academic publications as well as academic
activities organized directly and indirectly by the Centre.
Prof. Emeritus Dato’ Dr. AbdulHamid A. AbuSulayman
expressed his sincere thanks to the University for naming the Centre after his
name. He felt humbled as well as proud with the appreciation given by the
University. He hoped both faculty members and postgraduate students will work
together to focus on their academic research on issues faced by the Ummah. He
stressed that research topics and areas of research must relate to the current
problems of the Ummah and to find creative ways on solving these problems.
The Centre is a joint project between the Kuliyyah and
IIIT East and South East Asia office. IIIT would like to thank the Dean of the
Kuliyyah, Prof. Dr. Rahmah A. H. Osman for taking the initiative and providing
leadership roles. We look forward for an exciting and productive cooperation
between the two institutions.
23 – 25 September, 2016: Muslim Women International Summit & Expo (WISE 2016) organised by International Islamic University Malaysia.
Emeritus Professor Dr.
AbdulHamid AbuSulayman presented a keynote address and participated in selected
forums and discussions.
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30 August, 2016: The Third Annual International Conference in Islamic Economics organized by Universitas Sebelas Maret.
The
Third Annual International Conference in Islamic Economics with the theme “Contemporary
Issues in Islamic Banking, Economics, Finance, and Halal Industry” was jointly
organized by Pusat Studi Ekonomi Islam Universitas Sebelas Maret (PSEI UNS) and
Graduate Business School Universiti Sains Malaysia, at UNS, August 30, 2016.
After
the keynote speech by Brother Kunrat Wirasubrata, the acting Director of IDB
Asia Pacific, KL; Brother Prof. Shaya'a Othman has presented a paper on
Strengthening Islamic Economics through Muslaim Economic Community". He
was also in a panel with Prof. Bambang Setiaji Rector, Universitas Muhammadiyah
Surakarta; Dr. Adil Syahputra, Dir BUKOPIN Syariah; Dr. Ascarya from Bank
Indonesia, the National Reserved Bank. Prof. Shaya'a proposed the need for
establishing the Muslim Economic Community (MEC).
15 – 25 August, 2016: Summer School and Leadership Training for Islamic Economics at UMY (Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta).
The
Summer School and Leadership Training for Islamic Economics at UMY (Universitas
Muhammadiyah
Yogyakarta) was held from 15th to 25th August 2016. The Summer School and
Leadership Training was officiated by the Rector of UMY Prof. Dr. Bambang
Cipto. He was happy with the initiative and the creativity to hold the Summer
School and Leadership Training.
In the
last session we have invited Brother Prof. Shaya'a Othman the Founder and
Chairman of the Mapixct for Center of Excellent, KL, August 25, 2016. He appreciated
the Summer School program of UMY, which is in line with the IIIT's program. He
would like to help in the futture Summer Shools. He suggested that the
participants should be expanded 'to Malaysia, Brunei and also Turkey. Prof.
Shayaa proposed to establish the Muslim Economic Community, which can be
initiated from the campus. He also gave a closing speech in the Gala Dinner, emphasized
the follow up program.
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25 July – 1 August, 2016: Leadership Study Tour Program in Malaysia for Young Leaders from Cambodia
International
Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT), the office of East and Southeast Asia
hosted a Leadership Study Tour program in Malaysia for 28 young leaders from
Cambodia, a mix of university students and young professionals. The tour
commenced from 25 July until 01 August 2016.
This
leadership study is initiated to enhance the capacity and skill of young
Muslims and prepare them for future leader in their respective communities and
nation. Series of talks, discussions and visits to established institutions
were made during one week study tour. The first objective of this program is to
gain a first-hand knowledge of Malaysian experience in developing the nation
and to study the Malaysian model of peaceful co-existence within the
multi-religious and multi-racial diversity. The delegates visited and had
discussions with Department of Religious Affairs (JAKIM), Buddhist Mahavihara,
Institute Darul Ehsan (IDE), Future Global Network (FGN), Asean Youth Council
(AYC) and Malaysian Youth Council (MBM). The second objective is to expose to Malaysian
higher educational institution which include visit to International Islamic
University Malaysia (IIUM), College University Islam Selangor (KUIS) and
University Selangor (Unisel). The final objective is to provide leadership
skills to the delegates in terms of strategic planning and teambuilding where
several talks and group exercises were conducted. The delegates were tasked to
develop ‘Vision 2050 for Cambodia’ and made a 7-minute presentation during the
farewell dinner. In summary, the delegates visited twelve different
institutions and listened to thirteen talks and discussions on different
topics, to imbed knowledge and experiences to participants.
On the
final day, Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman organized a farewell dinner and presented
certificate of participation to the delegates at his residence. Before the
closing ceremony, the delegates were given a task to present their discussion’s
input of UMYC VISION 2050. The presentation was observed and commented by
selected IIIT Senior Academic Fellow including Prof. Aslam Haneef, Prof. Norma
Saad, Prof. Hj. Shayaa and Prof Fauzan.
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22 June, 2016: IIIT Iftar Gathering held at Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil’s residence and was attended by more than 100 IIIT friends and families.
International
Institute of Islamic Thought ( IIIT), the office of East and Southeast Asia
organized an Iftar gathering on June 22, 2016 ( 17 Ramadan 1437) at the
residence of Prof. Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman, Regional Representative and
Director of IIIT East and Southeast Asia. The event was attended by
approximately 90 brothers and sisters including Prof. Dr. Torla Hassan, Deputy
Rector IIUM, Prof. Dr. Wan Sulaiman, Deputy Rector MEDIU, IIIT senior academic
fellows and friends from different local universities and from various
countries such as Iran, Indonesia, Cambodia, Thailand, Bangladesh, Korea and
others.
In his
welcoming remark, Dato’ Wira Dr. Jamil Osman appreciated the presence of
distinguish guests and friends. He hoped that the event will strengthen the
bond of friendship, brotherhood and showed that we are one family. Prof. Shayaa Othman, a senior academic fellow
delivered a talk on Maqasid Shariah in the context of Islamisation of Knowledge
where he encouraged everyone to be more creative in finding solutions to the
Ummah’s issues and challenges. Prof. Dr. Malik Badri gave a short tazkirah
after the Taraweh prayers where he explained three categories of fasting
according to Imam Al Ghazali which are 1) Ordinary fasting means abstaining
from food, drink and sexual satisfaction, 2) Special fasting means keeping
one's ears, eyes, tongue, hands and feet-and all other organs-free from sin and
3) Extra-special fasting means fasting of the heart from unworthy concerns and
worldly thoughts, in total disregard of everything but Allah.
The
Iftar program ended with joyful and friendliness environment and everyone
looked forward for a similar gathering in the near future.
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