INSIGHTS @ MAHSA

Malaysians are currently experiencing the impact of climate change as the ambient temperature rises, frequency and intensity of heat waves increases, rainfall gets heavier with increased frequency and intensity of storm surge events. Agriculture and Fisheries industries have been severely impacted causing a rise in food prices and threatening food security. Fruit seasons are off, and even though durian season is always appreciated, the other impacts are not as desirable. We must make changes now, or our children will no longer be able to enjoy the beauty and prosperity that the environment has brought Malaysia through the generations. Climate change is the greatest threat facing the world's children and young people and the resulting climate crisis is considered a child rights crisis. According to the Children's Climate Change Risk Index report published by UNICEF in 2021, From floods and vector-borne diseases to deteriorating air quality and improper disposal of hazardous wa...

In the annals of Malaysian education, one name that shines brightly is that of YB Senator Professor Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Hj. Mohamed Haniffa. His remarkable journey began in 2004 when he laid the foundation for what would eventually become MAHSA University in 2013. Over the years, his visionary leadership and unwavering dedication have transformed MAHSA into a renowned Malaysian higher education institution, offering a wide array of programs in diverse fields. He established MAHSA as a college, initially focusing on healthcare programs. Little did the world know that this humble beginning would evolve into something extraordinary. YB Senator Professor Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Hj. Mohamed Haniffa's accomplishments extend beyond academia. He has made significant strides in various industries, including Education, Healthcare, Retail, Technology, and Investment. His exemplary contributions earned him the position of Chairman of the SOCSO's Board of Directors, showcasing his prowess in corpor...

A delegation from the Republic of Korea visited MAHSA on the 18th of September for an MOU signing ceremony between Sunchon National University, Jeollanam-do, and MAHSA University. The delegation headed by Mr. Han Sook-kyung and Ms. Kim Jeong-hee, who was representing Sunchon National University President Lee Byeong-won, was received by the Chairman of MAHSA YB Prof. Tan Sri Datuk Dr. Mohamed Haniffa and Vice Chancellor Prof. Dato’ Dr. Ikram Shah. The MOU signing was followed by a discussion on areas of potential collaboration between universities. We look forward to a long and fruitful partnership with Sunchon National University.

The one thing sports does best is to unite everyone regardless of how competitive one may be and it was without a doubt the best thing we saw at the Merdeka Bersama MAHSA Telematch last Thursday. With 8 highly competitive teams of 10 members each from Dentistry, Pharmacy, Business, Hospitality, Medicine, Health Sciences, Education and languages, and Finance, the energy level was at its peak that evening as they battled amongst each other in 5 different sports categories which led them to the ultimate Tug of War! Congratulations to the winning teams and those who participated in and supported the event. Thank you to each one of you for making this event a success and kudos to our Student Central team and our Student Representative Council for making this possible.

MAHSA University Dean of Faculty of Health Sciences, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Veronica Chua was invited to give an international guest lecture on Environmental Health at Sriwijaya University (UNSRI), Palembang Indonesia on 11th September 2023. The title of Prof Veronica’s lecture was “Air Pollution Exposure and Health Impacts”. During the lecture which was attended by 91 students from the Bachelors in Environmental Health program at UNSRI, Prof Veronica discussed the different sources and types of air pollution, the major air pollutants and their respective health impacts both short term as well as long term. MAHSA University constantly engages with our international academic partner institutions to organize reciprocal academic exchange forums such as international guest lectures to enrich our students learning experience. This added international exposure gives MAHSA graduates a distinct edge when they graduate The Faculty of Health Sciences, (FOHS) MAHSA University, offers Diploma and Bachel...