Dari kiri: Foo Hou Thek, Teh Hoong Kiat dan Mohamad Hilman merupakan antara pemimpin Pro-Mahasiswa yang hadir ke sidang akhbar semalam

Pro-Mahasiswa membuat suatu sidang akhbar semalam (23 Februari 2008) di Dataran Sastera, Fakulti Sastera dan Sains Sosial, Universiti Malaya untuk membentangkan kepada media berkenaan manifesto mahasiswa sempena Pilihanraya Umum yang ke-12. Dalam kenyataan yang dibuat oleh saudara Mohamad Hilman bin Nordin, wakil jurucakap Pro-Mahasiswa Universiti Malaya, beliau menyuarakan untuk membentuk Bangsa Malaysia yang seimbang, maju dan sejahtera dengan gagasan dari mahasiswa ini.

Manifesto tersebut, yang juga diedarkan kepada wakil media yang hadir pada pagi tersebut digagaskan oleh kepimpinan Pro-Mahasiswa adalah untuk diberikan kepada parti-parti politik yang terlibat dengan Pilihanraya Umum ke-12, supaya tuntutan mahasiswa diberikan perhatian sewajarnya sekiranya parti-parti yang terlibat tersebut berjaya membentuk kerajaan bagi penggal yang akan datang.

Menurut saudara Hoong Kiat, yang juga merupakan salah seorang jurucakap Pro-Mahasiswa, tuntutan ini yang merangkumi aspek politik, ekonomi, pendidikan, hak asasi rakyat dan sosial merupakan suatu tuntutan dari mahasiswa untuk masyarakat. Dalam pada memperjuangkan nasib mahasiswa, nasib masyarakat tidak pula dilupakan oleh mahasiswa. Beliau juga menerangkan bahawa selepas semua parti politik mendapat manifesto tersebut, edaran manifesto akan sampai ke tangan mahasiswa Universiti Malaya dan juga masyarakat setempat di kawasan Petaling Jaya dan Bangsar.

Berikut merupakan ringkasan manifesto tersebut:

TUNTUTAN MAHASISWA DARI ASPEK POLITIK

1) Membariskan senarai calon dan barisan kabinet yang bersih daripada sebarang kes salah laku moral serta bebas daripada segala anasir buruk seperti rasuah, korupsi, kronisme dan nepotisme. (more…)

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On the 20th of February, I went to the Post-Graduate Institute (IPS) for an invitation to join a meeting on University of Malaya development master plan. The meeting was quite brief, with me expecting us to debate on the master plan, but however, the meeting was actually to announce on the need for input for the proposed draft of master plan.

It is interesting to note that on 1995, UM actually have a master plan, where most of the development we see now revolve around that particular plan. But, the meeting was about doing everything back from a scratch. It does not mean tearing everything apart, but a development that answers a few qualitative aspects. The key issues with the current campus design and planning will be addressed, and the ideal campus environment be realized.

Issues currently going around such as water shortages and poor Internet access made the students feel like there is no effort being done to UM to become a better university. Renovation of Experimental Theatre has been ongoing for years, and there is complaints that the trees has grown tall at the site of new Science faculty parking complex. I really hope that this master plan will not end up as only a plan. Half-the battle may have been won, no-planner is planning to fail.
But effective deliverance, should be practiced too, in line with effective planning.

Professor Philip Cox gave his thought on how UM should become. He is from one of the directors and the founding partners of the Cox Group, an architectural firm from Australia. As a consultant to many award winning development plans, he said that UM is a big development opportunity. He also told that to become the best university in the Asian region, we need to have the best infrastructure. But the UM development consultant agreed that sometimes political influence and financial support may be a problem.

From left:Professor Cox, Professor Dato’ Dr. Mohd Amin and Professor Dr. Khaw Lake Tee

A big development opportunity, UM is. This can also be reviewed from many news reports highlighting on the development of land in UM’s premier land. A few of them such as:
UM mohon kelulusan menjual tanah(19 FEB 2008)
Consortium plans gated community at UM land (20 FEB 2008)
UM poised to earn RM 312 mil from land deal(20 FEB 2008)
UM mohon kelulusan majukan tanah(20FEB 2008)
UM Submits proposal to develop 11ha of land in main campus(23 FEB 2008)

The master plan will be developed in two stages. Stage one will be around 8 weeks, where surveys will be handed out, workshops and interviews will be done to gather feedbacks (more…)

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Parti Mahasiswa Negara (PMN), tetap bertegas akan menghantar calon untuk bertanding menentang Perdana Menteri Datuk Seri Abdullah Ahmad Badawi di Parlimen Kepala Batas.

Kenyataan itu dibuat melalui Presidennya, saudara Azlan Zainal di laman web harakahdaily hari ini.

Walaupun rundingan dengan parti-parti pembangkang yang lain masih berjalan, beliau tetap bertegas akan membariskan calon PMN untuk bertanding di kerusi tersebut.

Walaubagaimanapun persoalannya. siapakah calon favorite yang mahu diketengahkan oleh PMN?

Menurut Azlan, PMN membayangkan untuk meletakkan calon yang terdiri daripada kalangan graduan dan bukannya mahasiswa yang masih menuntut.

Beberapa nama yang disebut-sebut bakal ‘beradu tenaga’ dan akan menggalas tanggungjawab selaku calon ‘sulong’ parti tersebut ialah Hisommuddin Bakar, Amin Idris, Zainulfaqar Yaacob, dan Nazree Yunus.

Penentuan calon juga adalah penting sebagai gambaran bahawa PMN serius bertanding, bukan sekadar gimik politik.

Namun apapun, kita masih menanti pengumuman beliau. Antara nama-nama yang disebut-sebut bakal dicalonkan ialah:

CALON PERTAMA

AMIN IDRIS dilahirkan pada 4 April 1981 di Sibu, Sarawak. Beliau merupakan pelajar lulusan pengajian Undang-undang di Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia (UIAM), kemudian melanjutkan pelajaran peringkat Sarjana (Master) dalam jurusan Guidance and Counseling di universiti yang sama.

Memulakan awal persekolahannya di Sekolah Kebangsaan Padang Garong, Kota Bharu pada 1988. Pada 1989 hingga 1990 beliau bertukar sekolah ke Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Kiambang, Pasir Mas. Pada 1991 beliau sekali lagi bertukar sekolah ke Sekolah Kebangsaan Langgar, Kota Bharu. Sekolah Kebangsaan Sri Kiambang adalah sekolah rendah terakhir beliau pada 1992 hingga 1993.

Pencapaian kokurikulum yang diperoleh beliau semasa di sekolah rendah adalah pertandingan menyanyi Bintang RTM Peringkat Negeri Kelantan. Selain itu, beliau juga menyertai Pertandingan Melukis Negeri Kelantan dan menyandang Naib Johan. Beliau juga memegang jawatan sebagai Timbalan Pengerusi Pengakap.Meneruskan persekolahan menengah di Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan (Agama) Falahiah, Pasir Pekan dari tahun 1994 hingga 1998. Pencapaian semasa beliau di sekolah menengah adalah:

1. Naqib Usrah 1996 hingga 1998.
2. Timbalan Presiden Badan Dakwah dan Tarbiah 1997.
3. Presiden Badan Dakwah dan Kepimpinan 1998.
4. Exco Tugas-tugas Khas Badan Pengawas.
5. Wakil Daerah Sukan Badminton.
6. Wakil Daerah Sukan Bola Tampar.
7. Wakil Sekolah Sukan Ping Pong.
8. Presiden Kelab Seni Khat.
9. Anugerah Kepimpinan Sekolah 1998.
10. Vokalis kumpulan nasyid sekolah dari tahun 1996 hingga 1998.

Semasa menyambung pengajiannya di matrikulasi Universiti Islam Antarabangsa Malaysia, Amin Idris memegang jawatan Setiausaha Impresi Seni (G’RIMIS) pada tahun 1999. Selain itu, beliau memegang jawatan Presiden Majlis Perwakilan Pelajar Matrikulasi UIAM pada tahun 2000.

Ketika di UIAM Gombak, beliau aktif dalam kegiatan aktiviti kemahasiswaan dan giat menulis dalam menyuarakan pendapat dan pandangannya. Beliau dikenali sebagai seorang yang lantang dan kritis apabila memberi pandangan samada ketika secara lisan mahupun dalam penulisan beliau. Beliau pernah dihadapkan di Mahkamah Universiti kerana menyertai demonstrasi membela dan mempertahankan hak mehasiswa.

Berpengalaman sebagai wartawan sambilan, aktif menulis di akhbar-akhbar harian, majalah dan laman-laman web. Siswazah undang-undang UIA ini mempunyai pengalaman luas dalam menganjurkan program dan melatih dalam bidang kepemimpinan remaja dan belia.
Kini, Amin Idris adalah Pengurus Eksekutif merangkap jurulatih penulis dan penceramah di RK Training & Management.

Telah menulis beberapa buah buku kepemimpinan remaja seperti; RK Presiden, RK Pustakawan, RK Ketua Biro, RK Ketua Pasukan, PDA Pemimpin Wibawa dan PDA Mesyuarat Berkesan.

Amin Idris juga menulis skrip untuk TV Pendidikan dan menjadi pengacara di rancangan-rancangan TV Pendidikan.Pada masa yang sama, aktif dalam industri muzik sebagai salah seorang anggota kumpulan DeHearty yang membawa alunan motivasi muzikal.

CALON KEDUA

HISOMMUDDIN BAKAR merupakan anak jati Kedah Darul Aman. Beliau merupakan mantan Yang DiPertua Majlis Perwakilan Mahasiswa Universiti Malaya (more…)

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Yes, the most troubling problem so far in UM : Water supply. But have we considered looking it as a part of our own mistakes? High demand may have result from the unnecessary use of excess water by ourselves.

If we look through 2007, one momentous event that occurred to our local stock exchange index was a total trade of RM 1 trillion. Also, the Composite Index has reached historic heights of 1413 points. (Source: UtusanOnline)

(updated :Malaysia’s trade reached 1.1 trillion)

And among other things, the soaring price of crude oil in the world. Soaring prices, trade and transactions could only happen if there is supply and demand. And usually there is more demand rather than supply to push the price higher. Shortages create lowers supply compared to demand. And yes, it has been more demand than supply for water in UM.

We heard of supplies rationing, no cooking oil for the foods that we love, roti canai to has to comply to a certain price and that there is an attempt to stop selling our delicious delicacy!

And guess what is the transaction for trickling water supply in UM? An amounting RM250,000 a month!

On the 4th of February 2008, Student Representative Council of UM had a dialogue session with the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Development), Prof. Dr. Khaw Lake Tee, on, among other things, the water problem in our beloved University. An explanation on the cause of the water problem, the various courses of action (short, medium and long term) taken by the University and advice on the issue were raised and discussed.

According to Prof. Khaw,

1.UM has two reservoirs for storing water, one with a capacity of 5 million litres and another with 2 million litres. The water from the 5 million litres is pumped into the 2 million litres and from there the water is supplied directly to users.

2. The two reservoirs were built in 1996/97, and since then the population of UM has increased.

3. Current supply provided by both reservoirs : 4.5 million litres per day

4. Current demand by the University population: 7.5 million litres per day

5. UM is the second largest user of water in the Petaling District after the Sungai Besi Military Camp.

6. Water for the UM reservoirs is supplied by PJ North. The supply of water supply has worsened over the years probably because of development projects that have taken place leading to an increase in demand.

7. In order to ensure a continuous supply of water, there must be at least 3.9 million litres in the 5 million litre reservoir. If the level drops to 2 million, then supply to the second reservoir is automatically cut off. This will eventually lead to disruptions in the supply to users.

8. Prior to 2003, the 5 million litre reservoir could be filled up in a matter of hours but now because of increased demand, the water is merely trickling in, thus causing the water levels in both reservoirs to drop.

9. To avert any disruptions in the supply of water to the UM population, JPPHB has now set the water level 1 million litre, instead of 2, before water supply to the 2 million litre reservoir is cut off.

10. In 2002, a consultant was appointed to design a new reservoir, but because of shortage of funds, the development could not proceed.
11. The current water bill for UM amounted to RM 250,000 monthly!

And interestingly, the Department of Development and Estate Maintenance (JPPHB) also told a few of its plan to solve this water problem. The plan was made into short, medium and long term. All these was done to ensure enough supply to the university population.

Long Term

1. Building new reservoirs under Ninth Malaysia Plan (RMK 9) Phase 1 – 5 million litres and Phase 2 – 2 units of 2 million litre reservoirs

2.Tender for the new reservoir will be called sometime this month (February 2008)

Medium Term

1. Building of a tapping point and laying new pipe to connect the 5 million Litre reservoir with the Jalan Universiti supply. JPPHB is awaiting for approval from SYABAS for this proposal.

Short Term

1. JPPHB will send water to the colleges once the water supply in the 5 million litre reservoir is at 2 even before receiving any complaints.

2. Complaints will be acted on effectively and quickly.

3. Static tanks are being provided to colleges; 8 owned by JPPHB and 7 loaned from SYABAS

4. A blanket water rationing to be done at night (12 am – 5 am) to allow water in the 5 million litre reservoir to fill up thereby ensuring a continuous supply of water.

Yes, the country has achieved historic moment to have a soaring trade. But most of the time, it is the people who suffered. Among the logics are; since oil price is soaring, Petronas must have been pocketing money in. Why can’t we put down the prices?. (more…)

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Last week, the campus was shocked to know about a trespass in a house of worship. This Muslims house of worship which happens to be in Kolej Kediaman Kedua had been a canvas to a certain individual/group that yet to be defined. A week of investigation failed to put anyone to face any punishment. The case is said to have reach to Bukit Aman for further investigation.

Certain groups have expressed disappointment over what has happened. Certain groups remain quiet. Whatever their stand is, the blame game starts, and finger starts pointing without hard evidence. Prejudices among races deepen, the Malay see Indians as a nuisance, and Indians will say that there are conspiracies behind this event. Certain groups were named to be the culprit behind this mockery.

Everyone wants to know who the culprit was. Or culprits, if there was a group who wants to see imbalance in the college. This event has created a tense mood in the whole campus. The panicking and anger maneuvered us away from the most important task at hand that is; preserving unity.

UNITY IS AN IMPORTANT TASK

Malaysia is very unique in terms of racial variations. In terms of integration too, we enjoyed other race’s celebration. Chinese New Year for example is a great way to socialize between races and built strong foundation against hatred and prejudice among races. Preserving unity is about celebrating differences and embracing similarities. As human beings, we have al those similar feelings. Joy and sorrow, is a part of life.

On the 28^th of January, Pro-Mahasiswa delegates were found distributing oranges in Science Faculty’s café and also around Faculty of Engineering. The objective was to show to the students how important integration and unity is. The delegates were multi-racial, create an ease among those who receives oranges and posters. On the 30^th of January, the delegates were found in the Faculty of Business and Accountancy and Faculty of Medicine. Even one day after the event, Pro-Mahasiswa continued to show that we as a student of this campus have to start the effort of bringing the gap closer together. (more…)

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Pro Mahasiswa Universiti Malaya hari ini menyatakan pendirian mengutuk keras segala bentuk keganasan dan pencerobohan yang cuba dilakukan oleh pihak tertentu ke atas mana-mana rumah ibadat di negara ini.

Menurut jurucakap Pro Mahasiswa, saudara Ahmad Shahir B Abdul Aziz, hal ini amat bertentangan dengan nilai-nilai murni serta norma-norma kehidupan masyarakat di negara ini.

“Kita menolak dan mengutuk keras segala bentuk tindakan tidak bertanggungjawab yang dilakukan ke atas rumah-rumah ibadat, tidak kira sama ada rumah ibadat orang Islam, Buddha, Hindu mahupun Kristian” katanya.

“Ini amat bertentangan dengan budaya dan amalan bangsa Malaysia, malah dalam Islam sendiri pun melarang penganutnya melakukan pencerobohan ke atas rumah ibadat penganut-penganut agama lain” ujarnya lagi.

Beliau berkata demikian ketika diminta mengulas mengenai isu pencerobohan Surau Al-Faizin, Kolej Kediaman Tuanku Bahiyah (KK 2) Universiti Malaya.

Isu pencerobohan surau berkenaan mula berlaku pada 25 Januari lalu (jumaat), tetapi telah berlarutan sehingga 29 Januari ekoran tiada tindakan tegas yang diambil.

Anatara kegiatan pencerobohan yang dilakukan adalah seperti menconteng dinding surau berkenaan, melempar buku-buku agama, al-Quran dan sebagainya.

Dalam pada itu, menurut seorang warga kolej kediaman tersebut yang tidak mahu disiarkan namanya berkata, isu seumpama ini telah lama berlaku, namun tiada tindakan yang diambil malah ianya berlalu begitu sahaja.

Walaubagaimanapun, menurut saudara Shahir, beliau mengharapkan agar semua pihak khususnya orang melayu supaya bertenang dan tidak membuat sebarang andaian dan spekulasi sendiri sebaliknya menyerahkan tugas ini kepada pihak polis untuk diambil tindakan. Ianya amat penting demi menjamin keselamatan rakyat dan ketenteraman negara.

Kelihatan delegasi Pro Mahasiswa saudara Shahir & Hilman
yang juga merupakan wakil MPMUM sedang berbincang bersama
Pengetua Kolej Kediaman berkenaan mengenai insiden tersebut

Selain itu, menurut Teh Hoong Kiat, tindakan menceroboh rumah ibadat adalah suatu tindakan yang tidak wajar. Beliau yang juga jurucakap Pro Mahasiswa bagi kaum cina turut menggesa pihak berkuasa untuk mengatasi masalah ini dengan bijak.

Dalam perkembangan berkaitan, menurut Exco Kerohanian dan Islam Hadhari Majlis Perwakilan Mahasiswa Universiti Malaya dari kem Pro Mahasiswa, saudara Mohd Faisal Mustaffa menjelaskan bahawa beliau akan mengadakan pertemuan dengan beberapa persatuan termasuk Persatuan Mahasiswa Islam Universiti Malaya (PMIUM) untuk memastikan agar isu ini tidak berlaku lagi kerana ianya menyentuh sensitiviti masyarakat Islam.

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