Every semester, an exit meeting is organized as an opportunity for the lecturers to interact directly with our beloved students before they leave the department. In semester 1 2023/2024, the meeting was organized on 22nd January 2024 held at Conference Room C, level 4, E0 starting at 2pm. In the morning, the students had completed their final FYP2 presentation, hence in the evening it is a time to celebrate and hear their opinion about our program.
The agenda started with welcoming remarks by Head of Department, Prof. Ir. Dr Mohammed Saedi Jami. He congratulated the students for successfully finishing the bachelor’s degree at IIUM within stipulated times. The meeting then continued with the discussion on the overview, appraisal of the program outcomes and mainly to get feedback from the students regarding our program to improve it from time to time. Students are very supportive by attending and give their suggestions and comments how to improve the program. After that, the session was continued with short speech from Prof. Dr Nassereldeen Ahmed Kabbashi as senior lecturer. He did mention ‘Chemical Engineering’ is one of the toughest engineering programs. You have completed it hence you must be proud of yourself. Next session, AP Dr Dzun Noraini shared on importance of being Professional Engineer. AP Dr Farah next presents alternative way instead of pursuing career as engineer, students can choose continuing high level program as a postgraduate student. Dr Ricca then shared on Alumni matter and importance of contributing back to the department. Lastly, HOD given opportunities to all lecturers that attended the meeting to congratulated and giving last advice to the students.
The session then continued by announcing best presentation award for FYP2 presentation. The recipients are Sr. Puteri Anis Syafiqah, Sr. Nur Haizrien Sofea, Br. Muhammad Aidil Imran and Br. Muhammad Alif Azri. All recipients received a certificates and cash money sponsored by generous lecturers from the department. The session ended by photography session with the lecturers and students. Thanked to Dr. Wan Mohd Fazli for being a photographer throughout this session. To end, department had prepared light refreshment sponsored by CHES Welfare committees.
As a coordinator of FYP2, I advised for start planning for your future. Depending on your goals and aspirations, you may need to take some steps to prepare yourself for what comes after graduation. To start a career, you may need to update your resume, create a portfolio, and network with potential employers. Finally, celebrate your accomplishments. You have worked hard for four years (or more) to earn your degree. You deserve to be recognized and rewarded for your efforts. I proudly congratulated and wished my dear students will become successful engineer that can contribute to the Ummah. Good luck for your future endeavours!
