WHAT’S LAW GOT TO DO WITH DIGNITY: AN INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN RIGHTS LAW

Jane Gordon, a co-founder of Sister for Change, a practising barrister and a visiting fellow of London School of Economics came down recently to School of Business and Law to present a talk on “What’s Law Got To Do With Dignity? An Introduction to Human Rights Law” to the law students of KDU University College.

Join Us at the Mooting Workshop @ Section 13 Campus

Ambiga Sreenevasan: Upholding Freedom of Expression!

(Dato’ Ambiga Sreenevasan sharing her views on ‘Freedom of Expression’
with Jonson Chong, Head of School of Business and Law)

The School of Business and Law (SBL) continues to attract many renowned figures from all walks of life and maintains its unparalleled reputation for inviting national and international guest speakers to give talks at KDU University College. These speakers include Dato Seri Mohamed Nazri Abdul Aziz (former Minister in the Prime Minister’s Department, Law & Parliamentary Affairs), Dato' Seri Abdul Wahid Omar (Minister in the Prime Minister's Department in charge of Financial Affairs), Dr. Azmi Sharom (Associate Prof, Faculty of Law, University of Malaya), Datuk Dr Shad Saleem Faruqi (Prof Emeritus and Legal Advisor, Universiti Teknologi MARA), Richard Clements (Guest lecturer from University of the West of England, Bristol) and Jeff Young (Visiting lecturer from Oxford Brookes University).

Preparing for the Real World: Pursuit of Dreams

(Ahmad Fadzly: Advocating that tomorrow starts today.) 

A young budding lawyer, Ahmad Fadzly Abdul Gani from Messrs Azmi and Fadzly, was a guest speaker for the Year 2 law students to present a talk on “Expectations in Legal Practice.” This talk was attended by 50 law students from both OBU 2+1 Twinning Programme and University of London (External Programme).

In his speech, Ahmad Fadzly has advocated that the law graduates nowadays must be ready to face the demands not only from the law firms, but also from the clients and the courts. In order to make sure that the law graduates are prepared to face the challenges posed by the real world, they must start improving their English language, communication skills, research skills, confidence level and the expectations in the legal practice.

KDU Law Department puts forward a stellar finishing touch to the end of 2013

2013 is a year of significant anniversaries. It is the 150th anniversary of the International Committee for the Red Cross (ICRC), and the 10th anniversary of the ICRC’s annual national International Humanitarian Law (IHL) moot court competition. For the team representing KDU’s law department, 2013 also welcomes the 30th anniversary of our beloved institution. It is therefore befitting that this year ends on a high note. 

KDU law student experiences once-in-a-lifetime opportunity in the Selangor ADUN Muda Program

(First row standing: Ariane Nisha is seen standing on the far right)

In the National Graduate Employability Blueprint 2012-2017 published by the Ministry of Higher Education, it was found that 55.8% of fresh graduates have issues with poor command of English, 37.4% have character, attitude and personality incompetency, while 25.9% have demonstrated lack of problem solving abilities.

In order to averse herself from this affliction, Ariane Nisha a/p Rabindran, who is currently in her first year of the KDU-Oxford Brookes University 2+1 Twinning Programme, realized that it was imperative for her to have the correct employability attributes in order to compete with the other aspiring law graduates of the future. She decided to participate in the Selangor ADUN Muda Program, organized by the Selangor State Government with the aim of refining her characteristics, develop her skills and enhance her career prospects. Ariane was indeed surprised on being chosen as one of the 30 participants from the 265 overall applications submitted.

KDU-OBU law student wins prestigious essay writing prize

Whilst most of the students would find studying law challenging, one KDU-OBU student managed to balance her study life and participated in the ASIAN Law Student Association (“ALSA”) International Law Review Competition.

Study Trip to Oxford Brookes University!

Ever wanted to tour around Oxford Brookes University and understand more on the campus life there?Here is your chance to take a study trip to Oxford Brookes University! 

Date: 11-26 November

Package price per student: RM 6,000*

Itinerary highlights:

- Meet Oxford Brookes lecturers at the reception

- Attend preview preview lectures at Oxford Brookes Law School

- Take a tour at Headington Hill Campus and Halls of Residence 

- Meet current KDU students at OBU

- Enjoy a city tour at Oxford, including the Bodleian Library

- Visit the UK Parliament , the Royal Courts  of Justice & the Inns of Court in London

Terms and conditions:

-The package price of RM 6,000 is only applicable to KDU University College & Sri KDU school students. For non-KDU students, the price will be RM 8,000

- A booking deposit of RM 1,000 is subjected to be paid by 27th August 2012. Package price subject to change once deadline are not met . Hence, full payment to be made by the 14th of September 2012. The package price excludes food, administration charges at tourist venues and shopping allowance

-Entry is limited as it is a first-come, first-served basis

- Students will be accompanied by a lecturer from KDU Law School

*Shall there be further information, do contact Mr.Raj (rajesvaran.n@kdu.edu.my) / 03-79536939

To Sit or not to Sit?

We've all heard about 'electoral reforms' but do we truly understand its impact on our nation? What is it? Is it necessary? Or is it just another farce? To find out more, come join the talk on "To sit or not to sit?" Organized by the KDU Law Society, this will be an intellectual discussion pertaining the importance of electoral reforms.

Date: 23 April 2012

Time: 8pm

Venue: KDU University College, Section 13 campus

Entrance Fee : Free (KDU staff & students), RM 10 (Public)
*Click HERE for event page

Idolademokrasi Gameshop!

What if,  you have the chance to to look into problems and issues of citizens in Malaysia with a group? Organized by the KDU Law Department and Centre for Constitutionalism and Human Rights, the Idolademokrasi Gameshop aims to excite, empower and activate citizens to take action where is matters most.

It will be a fun gameshop as it challenges citizens to act, and take real and tangible action regarding problems that affect them or those that affect others.

UndiMsia! - UndiMsia! is a fiercely non-partisan citizen education movement aimed at building D-I-Y communities by providing necessary tools for citizens to deal with their problems and issues faced.

This is the time, to shine as citizens and stand up for what you believe, right or wrong. An event not to be missed!

When? 18th February

Where? KDU University College, Section 13 campus (LH2)

What time? 10.00am-2.00pm

*Contact Kenneth (016-2626935) or Ms.Lau (03-79536938) for more information

To understand more about UndiMsia, click HERE.

Dr.Keith Sharpe on "Why study with University of London International Programmes?"

Have you ever thought of pursuing your studies with University of London International Programmes but aren't sure of it ? Well then, fret not! Let this talk furnish you will all questions and queries in your head on "Why study with University of London International Programmes?". 

Mark your date with Dr. Keith Sharpe and team from LSE (London School of Economics) as they take you on a journey of truth on the University of London Degrees.

Who is Dr.Keith Sharpe?

He is the Director of University of London International Programmes at London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)

About University of London Degrees:

University of London Degrees are respected throughout the world for their high academic standards and up to date content. The courses have been designed by the academic teams at the London School of Economics, and are examined to the same high standards that have made LSE the world-leading institution that it is today.

*Reserve a seat today with Shirley or Zie (03-79536943/48/50) or email (knkoh@kdu.edu.my/snurzieyana@kdu.edu.my)

-Free entrance

-Brought to you by KDU School of Business & Law

Invictus Moot Competition 2011

Teams battled among each other to moot their way to the Finals. They took the ultimate test in justifying, arguing and defending their points, stood their ground and made it this far. The preliminaries round saw 19 teams, passing through to the quarter finals with only 8 teams. However, only 2 teams made it to the Finals, which was "Team Justice League & Team Newbies". 

The Finals took place at KDU University College, Section 13 campus, mooting room on 14th November 2011.

The moot was based on the law of tort, and in particular, medical negligence and the responsibility owed by doctors to patients and the public at large.

Audience filled up the space at the mooting room during the Finals, supporting the 2 final teams.

KDU Invictus Moot Competition 2011

The KDU Law Department & KDU's Moot Club proudly presents you, the KDU Moot Competition 2011. This is your chance to demonstrate your skills and passion towards mooting. Argue, justify and defend!

We are sure you are wanting to know the rewards!

RM 1,000 worth of prizes to be won. The Best Overall Mooter will receive a cash prize of RM 300 and trophy.

To top it off, We have invited three distinguished external judges to judge the final round, one of whom being Mr Fork Yow Leong of the International Committee of the Red Cross who has judged moot competitions internationally for the last few years, and another being Mr. Richard Wee, Chairperson of the National Young Lawyers’ Committee of the Bar Council of Malaysia and Secretary of the Kuala Lumpur Bar Committee.

All KDU students are invited to participate as mooters or as spectators. If you and your team partner are interested, even if you are inexperienced, not to fret, a demonstration and briefing session will be carried out on the 19th of October in the Moot Court ( KDU Section 13 campus)

If you wish to register your team of 2 or for more information, you can:

Call- 017-2953372/ 03-79536988 (Ms.Donna Barclay/Ms.Lau Pin Lean)

Look for- Ms.Donna Barclay/Ms.Lau Pin Lean from Law Department at Section 13 campus

Visit- Their FACEBOOK page

*Registration ends 21/10/2011

Schedule:

(Venue: KDU Section 13 Campus, Moot Court)

Date	Time	Details
Thursday, 19 October	4.00pm	Release of moot problem, moot briefing, bundle of authority briefing  and mock moot trial
Friday , 4 November	10.00am	Preliminary rounds of mooting competitions
Mon 14 November	10.00am	Semi Final rounds (time to be confirmed)
Mon 14 Nov afternoon	To be confirmed	Grand Final round, prize giving ceremony & afternoon tea

KDU Invictus Moot Competition 2011

Visit their Facebook for more information on the KDU Annual Moot Competition. Awesome prizes awaits awesome mooters. What are you waiting for? Register your team of two today!

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Former law students grateful for dedicated and learned lecturers

Ms Serena Lim
An inspiring journey took place for Serena who graduated with an LLB (Hons) from Oxford Brookes University (OBU), UK in 2005. She began her studies at KDU and transferred over to OBU to complete her degree. Upon graduating at OBU, she was granted the privilege to be called to the Bar in England & Wales in 2006. She subsequently commenced pupilage with an established law firm in Kuala Lumpur and continued practicing in the same firm after being admitted as an Advocate & Solicitor of the High Court of Malaya in 2007. Serena currently works in a solicitors firm in Hong Kong.

Driven to Heal the World

Written by: Ann Teoh

The delegates

They come from similar backgrounds: being raised and bred in the city, smart and educated in KDU College, all with one goal – to earn their degrees and carve splendid careers of their dreams.

They were selected to attend a University Scholars Leadership Symposium in Malacca (from 1st – 7th August 2010), and they were very much impacted by life-sharing experiences of human trafficking, extreme poverty, abandoned and abused children.

They came away from the symposium very much touched, renewed, and driven with a personal vision: to serve society with their talents, compassion and the determination to make this a better place, and to “heal the world”, as sung by Michael Jackson.

Najwa Amira, Ooi Shar Mayn and Benjamin Koh echo that single thought, and they quoted the words of Mahatma Gandhi: Be the change that you want to see in the world.

BRITISH DEGREE - SEPTEMBER INTAKE

Written by: Ann Teoh

September marks the end of the fasting month of Ramadhan for the Muslims, and the ushering in of the celebration of Hari Raya Puasa. Many Malaysians will be taking the opportunity of this long holiday to travel the length of the peninsula to visit friends and families. Then, on 16th September, it is another day for Malaysians to rejoice - being Malaysia Day. In KDU College, another day to look forward to is Graduation Day which falls on 25th September. With so many occasions to celebrate, it is indeed a month of joyfulness.

For many students, it has been a sigh of relief too, as they have completed the tough years of the GCE A-Levels or the SPM examinations. If you have not yet decided on your future course of studies, you may want to know more about pursuing either the Law, Business or Engineering programmes which offer you a British university degree. Start off at KDU College where People Inspire People, and we want to inspire you to achieve a wonderful career.

KDU Law Students Launch e-newsletter

by: Ann Teoh

The Tabula Rasa website

You could see it all in their eyes: passion, excitement, eagerness.... these young undergrads of the Oxford-Brookes University LLB programme couldn't wait to start the launch of their e-newsletter named TABULA RASA (http://tabularasa.kdu.edu.my/), on 2 June 2010, at KDU's Section 13 campus.

Some members of the team with Ms Sabah Carrim (centre) - eager to start the launch