Written by Dr. Muhammad Faiz Hilmi bin Rani
Edited by Ts ChM Dr Nor Suriani Sani
For more details, visit the official news at: https://news.utm.my/2025/08/utm-makes-history-hosting14th-campus-asia-eest-summer-school/
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia (UTM) proudly hosted the 14th CAMPUS Asia Plus (CA+) Energy, Environment, Science and Technology (EEST) Summer School on 29 August, marking a significant milestone as the first time UTM has taken the lead since joining the prestigious CAMPUS Asia Plus consortium in 2022. Held over two weeks, the programme brought together 153 delegates, comprising 73 faculty members and 80 students from four leading Asian universities: UTM (Malaysia), Kyushu University (Japan), Pusan National University (South Korea), and Shanghai Jiao Tong University (China).
Guided by the theme “4 Universities. 4 Colours. 1 Mission. Friendship · Passion · Collaboration,” the summer school reflected the spirit of unity across borders. Participants engaged in a dynamic blend of academic learning, industrial exposure, and cultural exchange, while building meaningful connections beyond language and cultural differences. The programme featured academic lectures by distinguished professors from the four partner universities, encouraging critical discussions on sustainability and technological innovation.
Students also worked in multinational teams during eight interactive laboratory sessions, culminating in research pitches that showcased innovative findings and future-focused ideas. Learning extended beyond the classroom through visits to Tanjung Piai National Park, the Southernmost Tip of Mainland Asia, Princeton Digital Group’s AI-ready Data Centre in Sedenak, and Malakoff Tanjung Bin Power Plant. These visits provided participants with valuable exposure to environmental conservation, digital infrastructure, and Malaysia’s energy sector.
A cultural tour around Johor Bahru, including the Zero Kilometer landmark, Heritage Street, and Johor Craft Complex, further enriched the experience. Another highlight was the Kyushu University Forum – KYUDAI NOW @ Johor Bahru, which strengthened academic and alumni ties between Malaysia and Japan. The success of the programme was made possible through the support of UTM, SPS UTM, PDG, Malakoff Corporation Berhad, Azuarina Creative Sdn. Bhd., Johor National Parks, Tourism Johor, and other academic and industry partners.
With this successful debut as host, UTM has further strengthened Malaysia’s role in the CAMPUS Asia Plus consortium, inspiring a new generation of researchers, innovators, and global leaders.
