World Environment Day 2022: Only One Earth
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World Environment Day 2022: Only One Earth

(Source: UNEP)

Time is running out… And, yes, that’s a threat. In 2021, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said, “We have reached a tipping point on the need for climate action. The disruption to our climate and our planet is already worse than we thought, and it is moving fast.” With the Earth falling short of the targets set by the Paris Agreement, he added, “We must urgently secure a breakthrough on adaptation and resilience.”

Cuppa Coffee
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Cuppa Coffee

Cuppa Coffee with Prof. Elizabeth Lee Poster

Some may think that meeting the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of an organisation is an instance out of the question. However, on 22 April 2022, students of Sunway University and Sunway College’s student leadership bodies had the opportunity to meet the esteemed Professor Elizabeth Lee, CEO of Sunway Education Group, in person as she welcomed students for an afternoon dialogue and “Cuppa Coffee” in JC 3 Hall, University Building while ensuring to maintain SOPs. Likewise, audiences could tune in to the event’s live stream on Microsoft Teams from 3:30 PM – 5 PM. Besides Prof. Elizabeth, other outstanding persons attended the event, including Prof. Matthew Sansom, Pro-Vice-Chancellor (Education) at Sunway University, Prof. Abhi Veerakumarasivam, Provost at Sunway University, and Prof. Mahendhiran Sanggaran Nair, Pro Vice-Chancellor (Research Engagement and Impact) at Sunway University.

Onzz Malaysian Urban Brands: Handbag Mania
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Onzz Malaysian Urban Brands: Handbag Mania

Handbags instantly elevate any outfit. Pair a striking parakeet green bag to an all-black outfit, and it instantly spruces up the entire look. Or opt for a nude, effortlessly chic bag that goes with every look.

In the handbag edition of our ONzz Malaysian Urban Brands Online series, we bring you six exciting local brands to check out for your next handbag. 

Event Portal: Sunway University CNY Celebration 2022
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Event Portal: Sunway University CNY Celebration 2022

 新年快乐(Xin Nian Kuai Le)! 

While restrictions were placed to limit the number of guests gathering for Chinese New Year celebrations last year, everyone is beyond excited to look forward to a blast with vaccination opportunities. Marking February 1st this year, the year of the Tiger begins following the second new moon after the Winter Solstice. What most don’t know is that according to the Chinese Zodiac, 2022 marks the year of the Water Tiger that cycles every 60 years only. The year of the Tiger will be all about making massive changes. It will be a year of adventure and risk-taking to rediscover enthusiasm. Everyone is revved up, charity is at an all-time high, and social progress appears to be attainable once more.

Event Portal: TEDXSunway: The Powerhouse within
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Event Portal: TEDXSunway: The Powerhouse within

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(Source: TEDxSunwayUniversity Facebook)

TED talks are given by renowned people in order to share “ideas worth spreading”. Past speakers have included Stephen Hawking, Jeff Bezos and many other Nobel Prize winners. On the 25th of September, TedxSunway University organized their salon event known as “The Powerhouse Within”. “It signified how breakthroughs were still possible from science and technology even though we were faced with hardships and the internal powerhouse that drives all of us to achieve our goals regardless of being short or long term goals.” says the emcee. 

Beer & Skittles: Cruella: Born to be Bad
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Beer & Skittles: Cruella: Born to be Bad

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When Disney released the historical 101 Dalmatians live-action film in 1996, Cruella was introduced as the haute couture house-  the “House de Vil’s” owner. Cruella was portrayed as a villain who tried to kidnap the puppies that belonged to her worker Anita. The question is why did she want coats made of Dalmatians so bad?