Swinburne Sarawak awards 17 outstanding grads for academic excellence, industry impact

KUCHING (Oct 17): Seventeen graduates of Swinburne University of Technology Sarawak Campus were awarded for their exceptional achievements during the university’s appreciation and awards dinner held here recently.

The Industry Awards were presented by Yayasan Sarawak as well as the university’s industry partners, including Sarawak Energy Berhad, Sarawak Information Systems Sdn Bhd, CPA Australia Ltd, Ernst & Young PLT, Crowe Malaysia PLT, Board of Engineers Malaysia, Hock Seng Lee Berhad, Kim Hin Industry Berhad, Serapi Farm Sdn Bhd, My Team Stars (M) Sdn Bhd, Melinau Auto Sdn Bhd, and SOP Foundation.

The annual event gathered over 300 industry partners and alumni of the university for a memorable evening of networking and fostering connections, said Swinburne Sarawak in a release.

Gracing the event was Education, Innovation and Talent Development Deputy Minister Datuk Dr Annuar Rapaee, who represented Premier Datuk Patinggi Tan Sri Abang Johari Tun Openg.

“Swinburne Sarawak has consistently produced graduates who are well-equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to drive our high-technology industries, enhance business competitiveness and boost our human resource capacity.

“This perfectly aligns with Sarawak’s vision as we continue to industrialise and globalise our economy. As such, the university plays a crucial role in supporting Sarawak’s vision to become a developed region by 2030,” said the Premier in a speech read by Dr Annuar.

Swinburne University of Technology vice-chancellor and president Prof Pascale Quester highlighted the essential role played by Swinburne’s partners and alumni in building and maintaining the university’s reputation and success.

“From our industry partners and alumni to our faculty, staff and students and, of course, the Sarawak government, we are so grateful that you are such fantastic ambassadors for Swinburne.

“Your friendship, support and generosity are so vital to our future, and I look forward to us continuing to work together as we head beyond Horizon 2025 on our journey to the stars,” she remarked.

Commenting on the Industry Awards, Swinburne Sarawak pro vice-chancellor and chief executive officer Prof Lau Hieng Ho said the awards symbolised the culmination of hard work and dedication.

“This is not only on the part of our students but also from our partners who continue to support and inspire them,” he added.

This year’s Industry Awards ceremony saw two excellent graduates honoured with Yayasan Sarawak awards, namely Adeline Yong Qian Yi with the ‘Anugerah Graduan Cemerlang’, and Audrey Stefanie Julip with the ‘Anugerah Galakan Bumiputera.’

Awards were also presented to 14 best graduates in selected undergraduate degrees for their excellent academic achievements.

The recipients were Lim Jia Kuang, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Business (Accounting and Finance); Hwang Zi Xin, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Business (Accounting); Allycia Vunga Pandang, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Business (International Business); Melanie Kuek Xia Wun, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Business (Management); Anson Yeo, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Business (Human Resource Management); and Chan Kai Zen, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Civil).

Tiffany Ang Jia Ning received Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Chemical); Jee Ke Wei, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic); David Ngu Tai Wei, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic); and Gavin Siaw Chun Heng, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Electrical and Electronic).

Also among the recipients were Jaden Choo Wei Chiat for Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Computer Science; Wang Yin Han, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Information and Communication Technology; Danial Hadi Wong Mohd Hariz @ Wong Mee Hoe, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical); and Ryan Liaw Tze Cherng, Best Graduate in the Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Mechanical).

Ryan also received the BEM President Award, whereas Jaslyn Wong Chee Chee received the award for Outstanding Performance in Accounting Theory.