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PUNCAK ALAM – Tun Abdul Razak Library (PTAR) at UiTM Selangor, Puncak Alam Campus, successfully organized the PERMATA SpeedSmart Program held from November 18 to 19, 2025. The event was held in conjunction with the UCS Knowledge and Research Carnival 2025: Smart Collaboration Between Industry and Students.

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• PTAR Puncak Alam organized the PERMATA SpeedSmart Program on November 18–19, 2025, drawing 317 participants during the UCS Knowledge and Research Carnival.
• Managed by Faculty of Information Sciences interns, the project highlighted the PERMATA Mobile Apps through interactive challenges like Explore Hunts and speed reading.
• The initiative successfully drives information literacy and directly advances UiTM's Digital Transformation goals for research and education..

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The program recorded an impressive turnout of 317 participants. It serves as a creative initiative under PTAR's Knowledge Cultivation Program, seamlessly integrating digital technology into strategic information-seeking methods.

Managed by industrial training students from the Faculty of Information Sciences, the program introduced participants to the PERMATA Mobile Apps as the premier platform to access library knowledge and information resources in an easy, swift, and interactive manner. The core goal of this initiative is to strengthen the campus reading culture and elevate information literacy through a relaxed, interactive, and digitally friendly approach.

A series of engaging activities were carried out during the event, including:

• An introduction and live demonstration of the PERMATA Mobile Apps.

• A Speed Reading Challenge.

• An Explore Hunt Challenge utilizing the app’s search functions and library book borrowing system.

• Interactive quiz sessions and knowledge sharing.

The program successfully met its objectives by reinforcing PTAR's digital knowledge framework and maximizing app engagement. Moving forward, the implementation of PERMATA SpeedSmart has generated a highly positive impact by fostering a fun learning environment, promoting digital resource utilization, and directly supporting UiTM's Digital Transformation agenda in learning and research. PTAR aims to continue this program periodically with further technological enhancements to attract even broader campus participation.

UiTM Puncak Alam Hosts Successful Blood Donation Campaign in Health Carnival 2025

PUNCAK ALAM, 4–5 November 2025 – The Blood Donation Programme in conjunction with UCS Health Carnival 2025 was successfully held at Level 2, Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), UiTM Cawangan Selangor, Puncak Alam Campus, over two days.

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•  UiTM Puncak Alam held a successful two-day blood donation programme.
•  The event was organised with multiple health and university partners.
• The campaign promoted awareness and humanitarian values among campus community.

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The programme was jointly organised by the National Blood Centre (Pusat Darah Negara), UiTM Health Unit, Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), and Kolej Rafflesia, with the primary objective of raising awareness among the campus community on the importance of blood donation as a vital social responsibility that helps save lives.

Throughout the two-day event, the programme received encouraging participation from students, staff, and the university community. Health personnel were also on-site to provide briefings on the importance of blood donation and to guide donors through the donation process.

According to the organisers, initiatives such as this not only help replenish blood supplies at the National Blood Centre, but also foster a strong sense of compassion, volunteerism, and civic responsibility among UiTM members.

With the theme “A Drop of Blood, A Million Hopes”, the programme is expected to continue as an ongoing initiative to benefit society and nurture humanitarian values within the university community.

Puncak Alam, 3 October 2025 – Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), UiTM Cawangan Selangor welcomed approximately 3,000 new students as part of the Minggu Destini Siswa (MDS) 2025 programme, providing them with an opportunity to explore the library’s facilities, services, and learning resources.

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• PTAR UCS hosted 3,000 new students during MDS 2025.
• Students explored library facilities, services, and digital resources.
• The programme promoted information literacy and academic readiness.

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Held on the final day of MDS 2025, the special library visit and briefing session aimed to introduce students from various faculties to the role of PTAR as a central hub for knowledge, learning, and research support throughout their academic journey at UiTM.

The programme took place from 8.30 a.m. to 4.30 p.m. at PTAR Puncak Alam Campus and was supported by librarians, library staff, and PTAR industrial training students who worked together to ensure the smooth execution of the event.

During the visit, students were given an overview of the library’s facilities and services, including computer workstations, discussion rooms, reading spaces, book borrowing services, and digital resources. Participants responded enthusiastically to the modern learning environment and the wide range of academic support services available.

The programme was designed to:

• Introduce the functions and role of PTAR as the university’s primary knowledge resource centre.
• Familiarise students with the library’s facilities, services, and information systems.
• Promote awareness of library usage guidelines and access to physical and digital resources.
• Encourage active participation in PTAR’s knowledge-cultivation programmes and activities.
• Foster positive relationships between the library and new students.

The initiative successfully enhanced students’ understanding of the library’s role in supporting academic success while encouraging greater utilisation of its facilities and resources.

Among the key outcomes of the programme were increased awareness of library services, stronger engagement between students and library staff, and greater readiness among students to access scholarly resources independently. The programme also supports UiTM’s aspiration to produce graduates who are knowledgeable, information-literate, and academically competitive.

Overall, the MDS 2025 library visit programme achieved its objectives by providing new students with a comprehensive introduction to PTAR and its vital role in enriching the university learning experience.

PTAR UCS Welcomes New Students with Library Briefing for October 2025 Intake

Kompleks Kolej Dahlia, 29 September 2025 – The Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), UiTM Puncak Alam Campus, continues to play a vital role as a key academic support hub within the university’s teaching, learning, and research ecosystem.

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• PTAR UCS organised a library briefing for new students during MDS October 2025 intake.
• The session introduced library services, facilities, and digital platforms such as PERMATA.
• A total of 1,579 new students attended the programme at UiTM Puncak Alam.

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In conjunction with the October 2025 new student intake, PTAR organised a Library Briefing Session during the Minggu Destini Siswa (MDS) programme, aimed at introducing library facilities, services, and resources to 1,579 new students.

The briefing provided a comprehensive overview of PTAR’s role in supporting students’ academic success throughout their studies at UiTM. It also introduced both digital and physical services, including the PERMATA System, PERMATA Mobile App, discussion rooms, collaborative spaces, and other library facilities.

The session was held on 29 September 2025 (Monday), from 11.30 a.m. to 12.00 noon, at Kompleks Kolej Dahlia, UiTM Puncak Alam Campus.

The programme was delivered by Pn. Nur Fatihah Muhamad (Librarian), Pn. Hafiza Mustape (Senior Librarian), Pn. Fatimah Harith (Senior Library Assistant), and supported by industrial training students.

The briefing aimed to:

• Provide early exposure to PTAR’s role as an academic and research support centre
• Introduce available library facilities, services, and information resources
• Enhance understanding of effective use of physical and digital library services
• Promote PTAR digital platforms such as PERMATA Search and the Permata Mobile App
• Foster awareness of reading culture and information literacy among new students
• Build a positive relationship between students and the library as an academic partner

PTAR remains committed to ensuring that new students are well-equipped with essential information and resources to support their academic journey.

PTAR UCS Strengthens Reading Culture Through “Telah: Book Review Series 5” Programme

Puncak Alam, 2025 – The Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR UCS) successfully organised the “Telah: Book Review Series 5” Programme at the PTAR Seminar Room, Puncak Alam Campus.

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• PTAR UCS held the Telah: Book Review Series 5 programme at Puncak Alam Campus.
• The initiative promotes reading culture and knowledge sharing in line with UiTM’s roadmap.
• Staff panel sessions encouraged active participation and structured knowledge exchange.

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This strategic initiative is designed to strengthen reading culture and encourage knowledge sharing among the university community. The programme is aligned with the PTAR UCS 2025 Roadmap, supporting the Knowledge Society agenda and the university’s reading initiative, which targets 24 books per year per staff and student and aims for 90% utilisation of library reference resources.

The programme also aims to promote structured reading practices and knowledge sharing, fostering a community that is knowledgeable, critical, and proactive. It further supports the university’s Performance Indicators (PI) while contributing to a dynamic, inclusive, and knowledge-driven academic environment.

This session featured panel speakers from PTAR Puncak Alam Campus, including:

• Pn. Subha Ismail – Senior Librarian
• Pn. Nur Fatihah Muhamad – Librarian
• En. Mohd Ekhwan Mohammad – Senior Library Assistant
• Pn. Roziwaty Jaiman – Senior Library Assistant
• Pn. Siti Zubaidah Khalid – Senior Library Assistant

Through continuous implementation of the series, the Telah: Book Review Programme is expected to remain an effective platform in cultivating a strong reading culture at UiTM, contributing towards the development of a knowledgeable and competitive society.

PROGRAM LITERASI MAKLUMAT LIBATKAN SMK KUALA BESUT

Perpustakaan Tengku Anis (PTA), UiTM Cawangan Kelantan dengan kerjasama Fakulti Seni Lukis & Seni Reka (FSSR) telah menganjurkan Program Literasi Maklumat bersama pelajar Sekolah Menengah Kebangsaan Kuala Besut, Terengganu bertempat di Aras 1, PTA.

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• SMK Kuala Besut students joined a UiTM library literacy program.
• They learned basic information searching and library resource use.
• The program improved their information literacy and learning skills.

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Program yang berlangsung dari jam 9.00 hingga 11.00 pagi ini melibatkan penyertaan lebih 100  orang pelajar bersama barisan pengurusan sekolah dan guru pengiring. Ia bertujuan memberi pendedahan tentang kepentingan literasi maklumat, kaedah pencarian sumber akademik yang sahih serta penggunaan kemudahan perpustakaan digital UiTM.

Sepanjang program, pelajar dibimbing oleh pustakawan PTA melalui sesi interaktif, demonstrasi carian maklumat serta pengenalan kepada pangkalan data akademik. Selain itu, pihak FSSR turut berkongsi kepakaran dalam aspek kreativiti dan reka bentuk sebagai nilai tambah kepada pelajar.

Menurut pihak penganjur, program ini bukan sahaja memperkasa kemahiran maklumat dalam kalangan pelajar sekolah menengah, malah turut menyokong aspirasi UiTM dalam melahirkan generasi celik maklumat yang berdaya saing dalam era digital.

Program berakhir dengan sesi lawatan ke ruang pembelajaran dan pameran di Perpustakaan Tengku Anis sebelum pelajar serta guru berangkat pulang ke Terengganu.

Seremban, 10 September 2025 - Telah berlangsung Majlis Penutup Pertandingan Anugerah Guru Inovatif Daerah Seremban 2025 yang dijalankan di Ruang LCE, PTAR Kampus Seremban.

Program kolaborasi antara Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR) UiTM Cawangan Negeri Sembilan bersama Pejabat Pendidikan Daerah Seremban ini mendapat sambutan yang menggalakkan daripada semua pihak.

Tahniah diucapkan kepada semua pemenang dan semoga inovasi yang dihasilkan dapat terus memberi manfaat kepada dunia pendidikan serta menjadi inspirasi kepada warga pendidik di masa hadapan.

Seremban, 10 September 2025 - Telah berlangsung Program Kolaborasi Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR) UiTM Cawangan Negeri Sembilan bersama Pejabat Pendidikan Daerah Seremban bagi penganjuran Pertandingan Anugerah Guru Inovatif Daerah Seremban 2025.

Program kolaborasi ini diharapkan dapat memberikan impak yang besar dalam memperkasakan peranan perpustakaan sebagai hab maklumat strategik di peringkat komuniti.

Dengan penganjuran program ini, perpustakaan terus memainkan peranan penting dalam membudayakan ilmu serta menyumbang kepada pembangunan masyarakat setempat, seiring dengan aspirasi universiti untuk mencapai kecemerlangan global dan meningkatkan penglibatan bersama komuniti tempatan.