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MUAR, October 7, 2026 – Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail (PTDI) successfully organized the high-impact "Knowledge Exploration Program with the Community" today at Dewan Seri Permata, SMK Bukit Pasir, running from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Attended by 218 participants—comprising 191 students and 27 teachers—the event served as a vital platform for PTDI to share information management expertise and pass on valuable knowledge directly to the school community.

The knowledge-sharing sessions began with a dedicated career guidance slot titled "From School Resource Center Prefect to Information Professional," delivered by Puan Mawar Noor binti Abdullah, Head of Branch Library. The session inspired students by outlining career progression pathways within information management and library science. Following this, PTDI speakers led interactive, practical sessions on Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications, teaching participants how to generate digital presentation slides, create images using Gemini, and produce videos through Flow AI.

To ensure an effective hands-on learning experience, the workshop was supported by three dedicated facilitators: Puan Siti Rozana binti Mat Sanat (Deputy Chief Librarian KUP), Puan Noredayu binti Rosli (Senior Librarian), and Nur Balqis binti Samsuri (Library Assistant). Under their guidance, students and teachers actively engaged in exploring digital skills and modern information management techniques.

Throughout the day, participants demonstrated remarkable enthusiasm and commitment. This interactive exposure not only broadened their understanding of modern technologies but also unlocked creative approaches to promote their respective School Resource Centers (PSS). PTDI hopes the practical skills gained will be fully utilized to drive excellence across school libraries and foster a enduring culture of reading throughout the school community.

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SEGAMAT – Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail 1 (PTDI 1) successfully held its Preparation Program for the Independence Month Celebration on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, running from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM.

The initiative was organized to instill a deep sense of patriotic pride among PTDI staff while revitalizing the library's environment with vibrant national identity decorations ahead of the upcoming Merdeka celebrations.

Demonstrating strong teamwork and mutual cooperation, PTDI staff worked together seamlessly to set up patriotic displays and plan engaging national month activities. Beyond ensuring smooth preparations, this collective effort effectively strengthened workplace camaraderie and nurtured a continuous love for the nation among all library personnel.

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SEGAMAT – Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail 1 (PTDI 1) successfully carried out the "Preparation of PTDI Gallery Space" initiative at Level 1 on Friday, August 14, 2026, from 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM.

The effort involved relocating and reorganizing the existing Public Sector Conducive Ecosystem (EKSA) workspace and the Innovative and Creative Group (KIK) product area. This strategic restructuring clears dedicated space for the establishment of two key features: the new Galeri Jauhar Johor and Galeri PTDI.

Driven by a noble commitment to facility enhancement, this layout revision aims to present visitors with more concise, well-structured, and impactful information. Through the collective teamwork of the staff, PTDI 1 is ready to transform its knowledge-sharing environment and raise the library's benchmark of excellence to greater heights.

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SEGAMAT – Tun Dr. Ismail Library (PTDI) was honored to host a benchmarking visit from the KIK PUSTAKA+ group representing the Segamat Municipal Council (MPS) on August 26, 2026.

The session, which ran from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM, welcomed seven delegates from MPS. They were warmly received by five PTDI representatives led by Chief Librarian, Mrs. Mawar Noor Abdullah. The visit aimed to explore PTDI's flagship Innovation and Creativity (KIK) products while examining the successful achievements of PTDI’s own Kumpulan AKAR, which serves as an exemplary model for fostering a culture of innovation within library management.

Throughout the interactive session, both organizations exchanged valuable perspectives and ideas geared toward bolstering service quality and efficiency. PTDI extends its heartfelt encouragement and best wishes to Kumpulan PUSTAKA+ for complete success in their upcoming KIK competition scheduled for October 2026.

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SEGAMAT – Tun Dr. Ismail Library (PTDI) warmly welcomed a delegation from the Segamat Municipal Council (MPS) for a knowledge-sharing and benchmarking session focused on the Public Sector Conducive Ecosystem (EKSA) and the Innovative and Creative Group (KIK) on August 26, 2026, at 2:30 PM.

The briefing was delivered by Mrs. Norme Hj Saleh, Senior Library Assistant and Head of EKSA PTDI, who shared strategic initiatives and operational best practices for fostering a highly conducive workplace environment within the organization.

The interactive discussion provided an open platform for both institutions to exchange insightful perspectives and innovative ideas aimed at elevating overall service quality. This meaningful scholarly discourse is envisioned to be effectively put into practice, continuously driving a culture of high-impact excellence across both organizations.

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JOHOR — On September 4, 2026, Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail (PTDI) 2 hosted a monitoring visit by the Rector of UiTM Cawangan Johor, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saunah Zainon, from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM. The visit aimed to thoroughly inspect the library's physical facilities and environment to ensure all amenities remain in optimal condition, fully functional, and well-equipped to support the academic needs of the entire university community.

This continuous monitoring reflects a holistic initiative to maintain a clean, pristine, and conducive learning space for both students and staff at UiTM Cawangan Johor. PTDI expressed its deepest gratitude for the Rector's proactive concern, reiterating that maintaining an organized and comfortable environment remains a core priority in nurturing a culture of lifelong learning and academic excellence.

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SEGAMAT — Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail (PTDI) successfully organized a Student Leadership Course on September 8, 2026, from 1:45 PM to 4:00 PM at Dewan Canossa, SMK Canossian Convent, Segamat. The high-impact session brought together 60 promising student leaders (kesuma), comprising School Prefects, Resource Centre Prefects, Class Captains, and Peer Counselors, aimed at developing their personal character and sharpening their leadership capabilities.

Organized to instill self-confidence and build a line-up of high-caliber student leaders, the program featured three dynamic modules. The session opened with an engaging ice-breaking activity led by Library Assistant Mr. Faizul Azwan Jalil, followed by an empowering session titled "Power Talk: Unlock Aura Bicara" by Senior Librarian Mrs. Noredayu Rosli on public speaking and communication skills. The event concluded with a keynote presentation titled "Rise of the Leader: Dari Biasa ke Extra!" delivered by Head Librarian Mrs. Mawar Noor Abdullah, inspiring participants to unleash their potential and carry out their leadership duties with excellence.

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JOHOR — Tun Dr. Ismail Library (PTDI) UiTM Johor Branch had the honor of hosting a strategic courtesy visit from a delegation representing Maybank on September 9, 2026.

The Maybank delegation was led by Mrs. Siti Norahayu Yuso, Head of Performance & Productivity for the North Johor/Melaka Zone. Upon arrival, the delegation was warmly received by the Rector of UiTM Johor Branch, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saunah Zainon, alongside members of the State Executive Committee (JKEN). The visitors were subsequently taken on a guided tour to experience PTDI's latest facilities and information infrastructure firsthand.

The visit served as a vital platform to drive strategic collaboration between the university and the financial sector, with a primary focus on reinforcing bilateral relations and elevating academic support services.

The memorable engagement concluded with an exchange of souvenir tokens as a sign of mutual appreciation, reaffirming the shared commitment of both institution and industry to translate this strategic partnership into high-impact initiatives for the university community.

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JOHOR — Tun Dr. Ismail Library (PTDI) UiTM Johor Branch has achieved a stellar milestone by securing the top performance rating among all orientation modules during the March 2026 Minggu Destini Siswa (MDS) student orientation program.

In the feedback evaluation conducted for the session, PTDI scored an impressive 4.50, earning the highest official rating of "Very Excellent" (Sangat Cemerlang). Notably, this rating represents the highest overall score awarded across all MDS modules delivered during the March 2026 session.

This accolade stands as a testament to the dedication, hard work, and service excellence of the entire PTDI team. Their collective efforts ensured that new students received an engaging, informative, and welcoming introduction to the library’s vast facilities, digital resources, and support services.

The outstanding recognition serves as a proud achievement for PTDI, inspiring the library staff to continuously raise the bar in providing top-tier academic support and enriching student experiences as a premier hub of learning.

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