UTAR Alumni Annual Dinner 2023

The UTAR Alumni Annual Dinner 2023 took place at Noble Hotel, Melaka on 25 November 2023. The event aimed to provide an opportunity for the alumni to expand their networks of professional contacts, catch up with their university friends and enhance their connection with each other through the sharing of their experiences and knowledge. Besides keeping the alumni connected with the university, the event also aimed to update them on the current events at the university. The event received about 200 participants this year.

Champagne toasting with Prof Dato’ Ewe and guests

Organised by the Department of Alumni Relations and Placement, the event was attended by UTAR President Ir Prof Dato’ Dr Ewe Hong Tat, Vice President for Student Development and Alumni Relations Prof Dr Choong Chee Keong, UTAR Alumni Association of Malaysia President Mr Simon Chong Weng Yeap, Faculty of Arts and Social Science Dean Dr Lee Lai Meng, Faculty of Engineering and Green Technology (FEGT) Deputy Dean for Academic Development and Undergraduate Programmes Assoc Prof Ir Ts Dr Leong Kah Hon, Faculty of Business and Finance (FBF) Head of Department of Commerce and Accountancy Ms Sonia Johanthan, Faculty of Science academic Dr Ng Wen Jie, Head of Department of Alumni Relations and Placement Ms Tan Cheng Wah, Head of Department (Chancellery) Mr Lim Swea Jen, sponsors, alumni, students, and staff.

Prof Dato’ Ewe welcoming the guests

Prof Dato’ Ewe shared, “This is an annual event not only for a night of gathering for a good meal and laughter, but also, a celebration of alumni achievements and successes. Our alumni’s successes are also our pride to be shared by all. Therefore, I am pleased to congratulate the winners of the Outstanding Alumni Award and the winners of the reunion family matches. We are proud to share this moment with the rest of the UTAR alumni here today. We look forward to more alumni members participating in our event next year.”

He added, “UTAR is always happy to celebrate an event like this with our alumni. A good chat over a delicious meal, together with good entertainment, is a good formula for family bonding. So, do enjoy yourself tonight at this UTAR alumni family gathering.”

Mr Simon Chong delivering his speech

Mr Simon Chong expressed, “As we converge and celebrate in reunion, it matters not from which university one came. What becomes essential is the common thread that binds all UTAR alumni. UTAR has always been the special place where you learn the rudiments of life and the elements of learning. These vital ingredients shaped your character and moulded your personality to become what you are today. Indeed, UTAR is in our hearts. This reunion serves to reawaken your bond to your hometown, to your homage and to your old school. Lastly, with great enthusiasm, I implore all members of the alumni to continue to do well in all their endeavours. We will always be there for each other. Together we are stronger.”

From left: Prof Choong, Prof Dato’ Ewe and Mr Teo Ee Teng presenting paper-cutting at the opening ceremony

Song performance by Huang, SongJiang

Song performance by Khor Jia Cheng (left) and Tan Shee Yang

Malayan Flour Mills Berhad (MFM) Human Resources Deputy General Manager Mr Samuel Lum introducing MFM

Dance performance by UTAR Sungai Long Dance Club

In conjunction with the alumni dinner, the UTAR Outstanding Alumni Award was also presented to several outstanding alumni to recognise their achievements and contributions in the various fields of expertise and professions in the employment industry.

Winners of UTAR Outstanding Alumni Award

Category	Recipient
Cultural and Artistic	Honouree Award: Mr Eten Teo Ee Teng
Business, Economics and Entrepreneurial	Honouree Award: Mr Soo Ming Fu Merit Award: Ms Fong Sheng Nie
Creativity and Innovation	Merit Award: Mr Loke Hon Leong
Athletics and Sportsmanship	Honouree Award: Ms Loh Chooi Fern
Professional, Academic and Research Excellence	Honouree Award: Ms Yeoh Yee Chee Merit Award: Mr Rab Nawaz

Prof Dato’ Ewe presenting the UTAR Outstanding Alumni Award

A friendly badminton and a futsal match were held earlier for UTAR alumni, students and the public to bond with one another. UTAR Alumni Annual Dinner 2023 Chairperson Mr Naaresh Arumugam presented the prize to all the winners.

Badminton

First Place: First Time Sports Xcel Team

Second Place: UTAR Alumni Team

Futsal

First Place: UTAR Rangers Team

Second Place: All Blacks Team

Mr Naaresh presenting the prizes to the badminton and futsal match winners

Song performance by Chen Zi Yi Livia

Karaoke time with Alumni by emcee Mario Ariumathy Puspanathan

Dr Lee presenting prizes to lucky draw winners

Prof Choong (middle) with the organising committee

Participants enjoying themselves at the alumni event

Prof Dato’ Ewe presenting tokens of appreciation to sponsors

Sponsoring the event were Malayan Flour Mills Berhad (Diamond Sponsor), Protech Builders Sdn Bhd (Bronze Sponsor), Fotorex Holdings Sdn Bhd, Masterwealth FA Advisory Sdn Bhd, Emo Book Services Sdn Bhd, Lighthouse Academy Penang, SQ Soon Management Services, LLCO PLT, Chartered Accountants, CIMA SE Asia Sdn Bhd, Nawawi Tie Leung Property Consultants Sdn Bhd, Tey Ling & Associates, Technaus Sdn Bhd, Interactive Wealth Sdn Bhd, Ede and Ravenscroft (M) Sdn Bhd, PCCO, Pustaka Prinsip Sdn Bhd, St Nivel Tour Sdn Bhd, Lesheng Sdn Bhd, G Hotel, Biobay 37°C Healthcare, Agile Matrix Solutions Sdn Bhd, Mythas Legacy Sdn Bhd, Torto Food Industries (M) Sdn Bhd, and Red Bull Malaysia.

Click here to watch the video.