63rd Universiti Malaya Convocation Day Celebrates a Significant Moment in Graduates' Journey.

Happy faces of Graduates - via @UniMalaya Instagram page

By Intan Syadirah Abd Samad – 26 Nov 2023

Universiti Malaya: A sense of pride, accomplishment, and joy filled the 63rd Universiti Malaya Convocation Day, as graduates from a range of fields gathered to commemorate the triumphant end of their academic careers. 

A varied graduating class, including students from the humanities, business, science, engineering, and more, was present during the convocation ceremony.

Graduates ‘Izzah binti Zamri and Shahrul Iskandar bin Md Shaban provided insight into the difficulties encountered in the Teaching English as a Second Language (TESL) programme and how they overcame them in an engaging interview session during Universiti Malaya's 63rd graduation ceremony. 

When asked about challenges that they faced during their studies, both graduates agreed upon time management. 

"I faced moments of laziness until the last minute, but one thing that helped me was planning. Time management is crucial, and having ideas beforehand is equally important, but execution matters," shared 'Izzah.

"Balancing academic and extracurricular activities, especially in Universiti Malaya, can be exhausting. I'm actively involved in residential college activities, making it challenging to find the right balance," explained Shahrul.

Upon further interview, when asked about how both of the interviewees’ perspectives have changed towards their chosen profession after completing their studies, 'Izzah shared that before graduation, she initially aspired to become a teacher. 

But, after graduation, she experienced the challenges and rewards of teaching, and her perspective shifted towards wanting to be a teacher who not only shares knowledge but also inspires students to exceed their potential. The teaching practical exposure during her studies influenced her perception of the teaching profession.

On the contrary, Shahrul saw the education field as highly challenging, and he was uncertain if he could handle it.

However as he matured during his studies, he developed a love for teaching. Realizing his capabilities and gaining practical experience, he became more prepared for the future. His initial uncertainty transformed into confidence and a genuine passion for the profession.

Convocation day served as a meaningful moment of reflection and anticipation as the graduates began the next phase of their lives. 

The 63rd Convocation Day of Universiti Malaya was a fitting commemoration of the graduating class's academic success, highlighting the university's dedication to producing well-rounded people who are prepared to face tomorrow's problems. Congratulations to every graduate of the 63rd Convocation of Universiti Malaya!