Official Launch of KDU MyGameDev2020!

The Game Development industry sees a great opportunity and demand for skillful and creative talents in the upcoming future. The young generation these days, has what it takes to push and generate ideas on the gaming industry here in Malaysia. Recently, KDU University College has been given the green light by PEMANDU's Education National Key Results Area (NKEA) Steering Committee for the establishment of MyGameDev2020, as an Entry Point under the Economic Transformation Programme (ETP). The event took place at KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus on 24th April 2012.

From left: Mr.Nicholas Shariff Collins (Head of Business, Codemasters Studios), YB Senator Dato' Seri Idris Jala (Minister in Prime Minister's Deparment & CEO of PEMANDU), and Ms.Patricia Chua (Special Projects Director, KDU University College)

KDU is looking forward to a significant growth and role in building the Game Development Industry in Malaysia. With this official launch of MyGameDev2020, it is hoped that the Entry Point Project will enable Malaysia to become a leading Game Development centre in the region with a firm reputation as a creator of high quality, creative talents and content. KDU also aims to produce creative and potential individuals thus, creating an attractive package for foreign game developers and investors; and an incubation and support hub for independent game developers. 

Breaking the Barrier Tour at KDU!

Youth plays a vital part and role in our country, the future generations, and future leaders of tomorrow. In seeing this importance, The Zhariff Initiative Sdn.Bhd (TZI) organized an event called "Breaking the Barrier Tour". The aim of this event is to inspire youths on great possibilities in life, and to open up to new and exciting things that one can venture into. The event took place at KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus on 24th April 2012.

SLIXS LIVE IN KDU!

Feed your ears with a whole new level of symphony! Heard of SLIXS? They are one of Germany's best and most charming vocal ensembles. If you love music, especially A capella, this might just interest you!  They will be stepping foot at KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus on 8th May 2012! SLIXS, formerly known as Stouxingers, comprises six vocal virtuosos from Germany who effortlessly imitate a whole band. They won the CARA Award for Best Jazz Song in 2008 and AWard-Swingle-Award in 2006. So, do come and enjoy yourselves and have a fantastic time. 

Date: 8th May 2012 (Book your calendar!)

Time: 4pm

Venue: KDU University College (Damansara Jaya campus, Auditorium)

*Brought to you by the School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts (SHTCA) & School of Computing, Communication and Media Studies (SCCMS)
*Entrance is free

*Click HERE to read more about SLIXS and their next live performance at Borneo Jazz 2012

Insights on the Malay Psyche through the eyes of Abdullah Munshi & Tun Dr.Mahathir Mohammad

The Research Seminar Series gets more hot and interesting! This time around, a critical topic will be discussed by Ms.Asilatul Hanna Abdullah (Teacher by vocation and aspiring historian). She is an avid researcher, still pursuing her masters in history, in International Islamic University Malaysia. 

Topic:

The Malays are often described as laid back by other races, be it the European Colonials or fellow Malaysian. Do you think the Malays are more laid back compared to other races?  Do you agree being laid back is contributing to being weak economically?  Come and join this talk to explore the view of Abdullah Munshi and Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohammad on this critical topic. 

Date: 27th April 2012

Time: 2.30-3.30pm

Venue: KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus (LTB)

Series: 9

*Organized by KDU Research Committee

Italian Open Day 2012

Italian cuisines are one of the most famous cuisines around the world. This time around, the KDU School of Hospitality, Tourism and Culinary Arts (SHTCA) will be organizing an Italian Open Day! Highlights of the day includes cooking demo of traditional italian dishes, wine and coffee tasting session, as well as talks and video presentation by ALMA (Scuola Internazionale di Cucina Italiana). This will also be in conjunction with our Bachelors of Culinary Management (Hons) majoring in Italian Cuisine. Students who embarked on this programme will spend 7 months in Italy paying local fees. 

*To those who are interested, you are most welcomed!

Date: 28th April 2012

Time: 10.00am-4..00pm

Venue: KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus

Breaking the Barrier Tour 2012!

You may be wondering, what is this "Breaking the Barrier" Tour?

This event is organized by the Zhariff Initiative (TZI). The Founder of TZI is a KDU Alumni who is very involved in community development programme. BTB hopes to provide the appropriate support and development that will promote sense of responsibility and independence towards the prosperity of the nation. The tour aims to reach out to youths in colleges and universities, and inspire them on the great possibilities of life. 

It will be a half day programme where a sharing session will be done by Zhariff himself, as well as guest speakers,  music performance by guest artistes such as Nadhira, Karmal, Liyana, Altimet, Eddy Lim, and Vandal, booth of sponsors, and interactive activities such as an art exhibition by THEY graffiti artist, Post A Secret Box and photo gathering of 1 Million Happy Faces.

*Click HERE to find out more!

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Do come along with your friends and family to have an exciting time as well as opening your minds to endless possibilities! Get ready for an inspiring session!

Date: 24th April 2012(Tuesday)

Time: 10.00am-3.00pm

Venue: KDU University College, Damansara Jaya campus (Auditorium)

*Open to public, entrance is free