USM STRENGTHENS STEM INITIATIVE WITH SK METHODIST PARIT BUNTAR

NIBONG TEBAL, 11 December 2025 - Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) continued to advance its education agenda today through the implementation of the USM - Sekolah Kebangsaan Methodist Parit Buntar STEM Collaboration Programme at the Engineering Campus.

The initiative, led under the special directive of the Vice-Chancellor, Professor Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Abdul Rahman Mohamed, aims to further expand Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) engagement and awareness among the community.

The programme, held at the campus today, involved 30 standard five pupils and six teachers, focusing on early exposure to STEM.

According to programme representative from Sains@USM, Rohaya Husny Pahmy, the initiative serves as a platform to cultivate students’ interest in STEM through practical, hands-on activities guided by USM lecturers and students.

She said the hands-on approach is designed to spark creativity, innovative thinking, and confidence among the pupils as they explore future opportunities in technology-related fields.

She added that the programme is also aligned with USM’s commitment to strengthening strategic engagement with the local community, reinforcing the university’s role as a centre of knowledge and a catalyst for societal development.

Text: Siti Faizah Abd Halim / Photo: Muhammad Taufik Abdul Rahman