Vice-Chancellor celebrates graduation and engages with students at the University of Nottingham Malaysia

Celebrating academic achievement 

The ceremonies were filled with pride and excitement as more than 200 graduates from UNM’s Faculty of Science and Engineering and Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences joined the global Nottingham alumni community.

Speaking during the ceremonies, Professor Norman congratulated graduates on their accomplishments, recognising their academic commitment and resilience. She reflected on the pride and celebration inherent in the day, noting that each graduate’s journey represents not only academic achievement but the cultivation of curiosity, critical thinking, and empathy.

The graduation ceremonies reinforced UNM’s role within the university’s tri-campus network, producing graduates equipped with global perspectives and the skills needed for an increasingly interconnected world.

Dialogue with students about their UNM experience

Beyond the graduation events, Professor Norman also met with a group of students and scholars for a dialogue about their experiences at UNM and their aspirations after graduation. The session provided an opportunity to hear directly from students about why they chose the University of Nottingham Malaysia, how they have found life and learning on campus, and what their future academic or professional pathways might be.

Participants included the recipients of the Jan Atkin Prize 2025—Kon Li Pei and Jasper Teo Hao Wen—alongside scholar recipients Khine Yupar Lwin, John Lai Zun Dong, Nurain Husniza Saiful Nizam and Ng Hong.

The students spoke about the university’s academic reputation, the value of obtaining a UK degree in Malaysia and the strength of Nottingham’s global campus model.

“It was a valuable experience engaging in dialogue with the Vice-Chancellor during her visit,” said Jasper Teo, Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Year 4). “I had the opportunity to discuss topics such as graduate employability and the importance of strengthening connections across the university’s global tri-campuses. As a final-year engineering student preparing to enter the industry, these areas are especially meaningful to me. I truly appreciated the Vice-Chancellor’s willingness to listen and her openness to student perspectives.”

“It was inspiring to share my journey with the Vice-Chancellor and hear her perspective on the university’s global vision,” added Nurain Husniza binti Saiful Nizam, Bachelor of Arts in International Relations with French (Year 2). “Our conversation was honest and constructive. I was able to speak openly about my experiences and how they have supported my growth, and I genuinely appreciated the Vice-Chancellor’s receptiveness to feedback and commitment to continuous improvement. It reaffirmed my belief that UNM is not only willing to listen but is actively committed to supporting its students’ development.”

Professor Norman’s visit reaffirmed the university’s commitment to delivering a high-quality, globally connected education and underscored Nottingham’s identity as one university across three campuses, united by shared values and academic excellence.