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COMM@LiT 2026 Advances Value-Based Education and Sustainable Development Through Community-Engaged Learning

COMM@LiT 2026 Advances Value-Based Education and Sustainable Development Through Community-Engaged Learning

6 June 2026 | Pusat Transit Harapan Pulau Pinang

The School of Communication, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), successfully concluded Phase Two of COMM@Love in Transit 2026 (COMM@LiT 2026), reaffirming the University's commitment to Value-Based Education (VBE), Education for Sustainable Development (ESD), and University Social Responsibility (USR) through meaningful community engagement.

Organised by 52 second-year students enrolled in the YBP230 Corporate Social Responsibility course under the guidance of Professor Dr Jamilah Hj Ahmad, the initiative exemplifies how academic knowledge can be translated into real-world solutions through the Service-Learning Malaysia–University for Society (SULAM-USM) approach.

The program engaged more than 80 residents through activities promoting health literacy, environmental awareness, emotional well-being and social inclusion, supporting the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities), SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

COMM@LiT 2026 demonstrates the role of higher education institutions in advancing sustainable development by fostering mutually beneficial partnerships between universities and communities while preparing future communication professionals to become responsible, empathic and socially conscious leaders.

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USM Communication Students Drive University Social Responsibility Through COMM@LiT 2026

USM Communication Students Drive University Social Responsibility Through COMM@LiT 2026

16 May 2026 | Pusat Transit Harapan Pulau Pinang

COMM@Love in Transit 2026 (COMM@LiT 2026) marked its third year of collaboration with Pusat Transit Harapan Pulau Pinang, supported by SULAM–USM, as a long-term University Social Responsibility (USR) initiative under the theme “Social Responsibility, Empowering Lives.”

Guided by Professor Dr Jamilah Hj Ahmad, COMM@LiT 2026 reinforced the principles of value-based education by nurturing empathy, compassion, civic responsibility, and social awareness among 52 students from the YBP230 Corporate Social Responsibility course, School of Communication, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM), through direct community engagement and experiential learning.

The program was officiated by Dr Suriati Saad, Undergraduate Program Chairperson and SULAM Coordinator of the School of Communication, USM. Activities featured gotong-royong, hands-on sustainability workshops on eco-enzyme natural fresheners, urban farming, composting, and dental health awareness programs, aligned with SDG 2, SDG 3, SDG 11, SDG 12, and SDG 13.

More than 60 residents of Pusat Transit Harapan Pulau Pinang participated actively, while the programme also recorded over 33,800 online views on Instagram, reflecting strong public engagement in community-based sustainability initiatives. Appreciation is extended to all sponsors for their valuable support.

Phase Two will be held on 6 June 2026, featuring an open day with various activities such as community games, DIY arts and craft, health awareness program and exhibitions further strengthening community empowerment and social impact. #CommLoveInTransit

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visits to Open University Malaysia and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM SHAPE)

14 May (Thursday). Open University & Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM SHAPE)
The benchmarking visits to Open University Malaysia and Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM SHAPE) have been completed as part of our preparation for the upcoming program.
At OUM, we were warmly welcomed by the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities, Associate Professor Dr. Hamidah Mat, and the team, while at UKM SHAPE, we were greeted by the Project Manager, Puan Nurziyanti Mohamad Khan, and the team. Our sincere appreciation to both institutions for their openness and valuable sharing.
The sessions provided important insights into ODL pedagogy and how programs are managed and sustained in practice, particularly in terms of course operations, lecturer responsibilities, student engagement, assessment timelines, and quality assurance aligned with MQA and COPPA requirements.
These benchmarking exercises will inform the final preparation of our program.
The Master of Communication in Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC) in ODL mode will soon be offered! Wait for it.

Foto/Text:  Mohd Ashraf Zamri



 

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Team Building - Together Stronger

8 - 10 May (Friday to Sunday). Gopeng Glamping Park, Gopeng Perak.
TOGETHER STRONGER
Alhamdulillah selesai program Team Building Pusat Pengajian Komunikasi, Universiti Sains Malaysia di Gopeng Glamping Park..
Program ini bukan sekadar aktiviti santai atau percutian singkat, tetapi menjadi ruang untuk memperkukuh hubungan antara pensyarah dan staf pentadbiran dalam suasana yang lebih santai, harmoni dan penuh semangat kebersamaan..
Pelbagai aktiviti santai dijalankan seperti:
-Carry Pingpong in Spoon
-Lord of the Ring
-Fishing in the Bottle
-Coconut Bowling
-ATV Ride
Semoga semangat Together Stronger terus memperkukuh komunikasi, kerjasama dan kesejahteraan warga kerja demi membina organisasi yang lebih harmoni, positif dan lestari..
Terima kasih kepada semua yang menjayakan program ini..
Foto/Text:  Mohd Ashraf Zamri



 

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Suara Bukit Mini Festival Nature & Community Documentary

26 April (Friday). DKE, Universiti Sains Malaysia

 

A meaningful collaboration between Universiti Malaya (UM) and School of Communication, Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) through Suara Bukit: Mini Documentary Festival, held on 26 April 2026.
 
The project began with the workshop Media & Nature: Visual Narratives for Sustainability that was held in December 2025, where students were then tasked with producing a mini documentary as part of the festival competition. Led by Dr. Hafiz, Dr. Umar and team from the Department of Media and Communication Studies, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, UM, our students were nurtured with storytelling and production skills in crafting meaningful visual stories inspired by the theme Nature, People & Our Story, set against the iconic landscape of Penang Hill.
 
Last Sunday, the festival featured a showcase of these mini documentaries, followed by an award presentation to the winners of the top three best documentaries. More than a celebration of creativity, the programme highlighted the power of storytelling in fostering community connection and a shared commitment towards environmental sustainability.
Congratulations to all of the winners!
Foto/Text: Mohd Ashraf Zamri & Dr. Nur Atikah A Rahman 



 

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