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SHAH ALAM, 9 October 2026 – A delegation of 12 representatives from the Tun Abdul Razak Library (PTAR), UiTM Melaka Branch, led by Encik Norhazlan bin Nordin, Head of Library at PTAR UiTM Melaka Branch, attended the Closing Ceremony of the UiTM Book Festival 2026 and the Launch of the UiTM Entrepreneurship Repository.

The ceremony commenced with a speech by YBrs. Ts. Haji Azizi bin Haji Jantan, Chief Librarian of the UiTM Library, followed by an address by YBhg. Datuk Mustaffa Kamil Ayub, Member of the UiTM Board of Directors, who officiated the event and formally closed the UiTM Book Festival 2026.

The launch of the UiTM Entrepreneurship Repository was also a key highlight of the ceremony, reflecting the university’s commitment to strengthening the collection, documentation and dissemination of entrepreneurship-related materials to support knowledge sharing and the development of the university’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

In a proud achievement, PTAR UiTM Melaka Branch received the Highest Social Media Views Award at PUiTM, in recognition of its outstanding performance in disseminating information and content through social media platforms.

This recognition serves as a motivation for the PTAR UiTM Melaka Branch community to continue producing creative, informative and impactful content to share information and promote library services to the university community and the wider public.

May this achievement inspire continued excellence, innovation and greater visibility for PTAR UiTM Melaka Branch in supporting the aspirations of the university.

Congratulations and well done to the entire PTAR UiTM Melaka Branch team!

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MELAKA, 9 October 2026 – The Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Business and Management, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Melaka Branch, Melaka City Campus, organised a briefing on the Service-Learning Malaysia – University for Society (SULAM) Project for the September 2026 – February 2027 semester, in collaboration with Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), UiTM Melaka Branch. The programme was held from 10.00 a.m. to 12.00 noon at PTAR, Level 12, and involved 120 students enrolled in the HRM552 (Talent Acquisition) course.

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PUNCAK ALAM, SELANGOR – Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), UiTM Puncak Alam Campus, welcomed a benchmarking visit by 44 Resource Centre Prefects from SMK Tambun, accompanied by three teachers.

The visit aimed to provide participants with insights into the management of a modern academic library, the application of technology in library operations, and best practices in information resource management.

Through this educational visit, participants had the opportunity to broaden their understanding of contemporary library management practices and explore approaches that could be adapted to enhance the management and delivery of services at their school resource centre.

This news summary was generated using Artificial Intelligence (AI).

• Visit: PTAR UiTM Puncak Alam hosted 44 Resource Centre Prefects and three teachers from SMK Tambun..
• Learning Focus: Participants gained exposure to modern academic library management, technology, and information resource best practices.
• Expected Impact: The visit aimed to broaden participants' knowledge and inspire improvements in school resource centre management.

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The visit also served as a platform for knowledge sharing and educational engagement, highlighting the role of academic libraries in providing access to information, supporting learning, and promoting effective resource management.

It is hoped that the visit will broaden the participants' knowledge and inspire them to strengthen resource centre management at SMK Tambun, while encouraging the adoption of relevant best practices in their school environment.

PTDI, 8 October 2026 – Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail (PTDI), UiTM Johor Branch, had the honor of hosting an official courtesy visit from a delegation representing Johor Port Berhad today between 2:30 PM and 3:00 PM.

The official engagement brought together the top management of UiTM Johor Branch, led by Rector Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saunah Zainon alongside members of the State Executive Committee (JKEN). The Johor Port Berhad delegation was headed by Tuan Haji Hermee Tahir, Head of the Human Capital Department.

Although concise, the high-impact visit allowed guests to gain firsthand insight into PTDI’s state-of-the-art facilities, modern study spaces, and up-to-date information service infrastructure.

In addition to highlighting PTDI’s standing as a dynamic hub of knowledge, the visit is set to deepen mutual goodwill (mahabbah) and pave the way for strategic corporate-academic partnerships between the two organizations moving forward.

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PTDI, 9 October 2026 – In an ongoing effort to cultivate an efficient and safe working environment, the Tun Dr. Ismail Library (PTDI) Division successfully organized a Public Sector Conducive Ecosystem (Ekosistem Kondusif Sektor Awam - EKSA) Discussion Session today at the Mini Studio, PTDI 1.

The one-hour session, which ran from 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM, was conducted as a continuous initiative to strengthen systematic, clean, and safe workplace management practices among library staff.

The primary focus of the discussion centered on aligning key dates for EKSA implementation, reviewing the status and progress of notice board updates, and formulating strategic plans for comprehensive enhancements to information corners across the library.

Through high initiative and active commitment (karsa) demonstrated by PTDI personnel, this discussion is expected to keep EKSA practices dynamic, relevant, and effective—ultimately ensuring superior service delivery to all library users.

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SHAH ALAM, 9 October 2026 – Perpustakaan Tun Dr. Ismail (PTDI) of UiTM Johor Branch achieved a historic milestone today after being crowned the recipient of the Best Library Award 2026 at the UiTM Book Fair 2026 (Pesta Buku Universiti Teknologi MARA 2026).

Organized by Perpustakaan Tun Abdul Razak (PTAR), the grand ceremony was held at the Al-Wathiqu Billah Tuanku Mizan Zainal Abidin Mosque, UiTM Shah Alam. The prestigious award was officially presented to Puan Mawar Noor binti Abdullah, Head of Branch Library, who was accompanied by Puan Siti Rozana binti Mat Sanat, Deputy Chief Librarian (KUP).

This remarkable recognition serves as clear proof of the unwavering commitment and dedication demonstrated by the entire PTDI workforce in strengthening knowledge management and information services. Winning the accolade acts as a powerful catalyst for the PTDI team to continuously deliver high-quality services to students, foster a knowledgeable generation, and drive the academic aspirations of UiTM Johor Branch forward.

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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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