The built environment is not just the physical backdrop of human activity; it is the stage upon which the drama of urban life unfolds. At its heart lies the transportation infrastructure, with railways standing as pillars of connectivity and drivers of urban development. On 14 September 2023, SEGi University was privileged to host Professor Fumio...

In a momentous celebration of architectural excellence, Professor Dr Ramli bin Abdullah, a distinguished lecturer in the Architecture Department of the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Information Technology (FoEBEIT) at SEGi University, was honoured with the prestigious Architectural Education Award 2023 at the Lembaga Arkitek Malaysia (LAM) Award Ceremony. The grand event took place...

SEGi University’s Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment & Information Technology (FoEBEIT) launched its plant adoption programme, designed to promote environmental sustainability, increase the urban forest canopy, and engage community members in the protection and improvement of their local environment. This exciting initiative allows individuals or groups to adopt and care for a plant in a...

As we reflect on the budgetary landscape in Malaysia, it is vital to consider the backdrop of the preceding year. The economic climate of 2023 has set the stage for the Budget 2024, which was presented in Dewan Rakyat on 13 October 2023 by Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim. In this article, we will...

In a momentous occasion filled with anticipation and enthusiasm, SEGi University opens its doors to the new cohort of leaders entrusted with guiding our vibrant student community throughout the academic year 2023/2024. The grand inauguration ceremony, held on 30 October 2023, witnessed the official swearing-in and oath-taking of Sean Eddry Effie Rizal, an outstanding student...

The term “optometry” derives from the Greek words “Opsis” and “Metron,” with “Opsis” signifying “view” and “metron” translating to “measure.” In essence, optometry pertains to the measurement of vision. According to the World Council of Optometry (WCO), “Optometry is a healthcare profession that is autonomous, educated, and regulated (licensed/registered), and optometrists are the primary healthcare...

As a seasoned academic, I have always believed in the power of knowledge exchange and the significance of fostering academic collaboration across international boundaries. Recently, I had the privilege of conducting research workshops at two distinguished universities in China: Yunan Business and Industry University and Henan Polytechnic University. These experiences were not only enlightening but...

Will the robots and machines replace our engineers? This cannot be true because we still need humans to do the thinking. However, the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) is the future of the machining industry. Previously, the subtractive manufacturing operation was done using conventional machining, such as conventional milling and lathe machines. Conventional machining will require...

The Internet of Things (IoT) has rapidly emerged as a transformative force in the digital age, with its applications extending far beyond industrial and commercial sectors. Among its numerous potential benefits, one of the most promising is its capacity to revolutionise the way students manage their daily tasks. By interconnecting everyday objects, devices, and systems,...

The majority of Malaysian students still struggle to acquire reading abilities despite the fact that English has been a required subject since Preschool. The Malaysian Ministry of Education has launched a few reading initiatives, including the NILAM Reading Programme.  The teacher needs to find a way to make the class more interesting so that students...