{"id":35801,"date":"2026-04-14T12:35:51","date_gmt":"2026-04-14T04:35:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/?p=35801"},"modified":"2026-04-14T12:35:53","modified_gmt":"2026-04-14T04:35:53","slug":"imac-hosts-iftar-with-international-lecturers-and-students-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/index.php\/2026\/04\/14\/imac-hosts-iftar-with-international-lecturers-and-students-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"IMAC Hosts Iftar with International Lecturers and Students 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>By: Ahmad Daniel Syah Ahmad Effendi<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>TANJONG MALIM, 5 March 2026<\/strong> &#8211; International, Mobility and Advanced Education Centre (IMAC), successfully organised <em>Iftar with International Lecturers and Students 2026\/1447H<\/em> at Surau Al-Falah, Aminuddin Baki College, Sultan Azlan Shah Campus.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The programme continued the success of a similar initiative held previously, which received strong participation from the international community at UPSI. The event aimed to strengthen connections between international lecturers, students, and the wider university community through a shared cultural and cultural experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event began with the arrival of participants from diverse national and cultural backgrounds. A welcoming atmosphere formed as attendees interacted and engaged in meaningful conversations prior to breaking fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-1 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"302\" src=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-24.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35803\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-24.png 452w, https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/2-24-300x200.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photos were taken of international students and lecturers interacting with one another.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-24.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35804\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-24.png 452w, https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/3-24-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photos were taken of international students and lecturers interacting with one another.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants then gathered to break their fast together, followed by the Maghrib and Tarawih prayers led by a master\u2019s student from the Indonesian Ministry of Religious Affairs (Kementerian Agama Republik Indonesia, KEMENAG). Non-muslim participants were also present and had the opportunity to experience the iftar setting while learning more about Ramadan practices in Malaysia.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>According to Professor Dr. Ramlee bin Ismail, the programme plays an important role in promoting intercultural understanding and mutual respect among members of the university community. He stated that the initiative also provides international students with a valuable opportunity to experience local traditions and gain deeper insight into islamic practices observed during Ramadan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Participants expressed appreciation for the opportunity to be part of the event, noting that it helped them feel more connected to the campus community while providing a meaningful cultural experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-layout-2 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-22.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35805\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-22.png 452w, https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/4-22-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photos were taken of international students and lecturers interacting with one another.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"452\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-12.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-35806\" srcset=\"https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-12.png 452w, https:\/\/epena.com.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/5-12-300x199.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 452px) 100vw, 452px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photos were taken of international students and lecturers interacting with one another.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>This initiative reflects UPSI\u2019s ongoing commitment to fostering global engagement and creating an inclusive campus environment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By: Ahmad Daniel Syah Ahmad Effendi TANJONG MALIM, 5 March 2026 &#8211; International, Mobility and Advanced Education Centre (IMAC), successfully organised Iftar with International Lecturers and Students 2026\/1447H at Surau Al-Falah, Aminuddin Baki College, Sultan Azlan Shah Campus. 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