By Sharika Tasnim
Edited by Nur Qistina
International Islamic University Malaysia. Source: Flickr
The International Islamic University Malaysia campus comes alive with both fresh faces and returning students, as a sense of renewal, ambition, and anticipation spread across the university. This marks the beginning of an extraordinary journey—one that involves academic, social, and spiritual growth. Stepping onto the magnificent Gombak campus for the first time, students are welcomed with a blend of exhilaration and awe.
The commencement of a semester always feels like a fresh start. The once quiet spaces are now filled with unbeatable energy as students rush to lectures, reconnect with friends, and exchange their holiday tales. Newcomers navigating the campus marvelled at the unacquainted surroundings that will soon become accustomed. In the meantime, experienced seniors offer a helping hand, providing advice and support with the wisdom gained from their own academic journey.
As you walk through IIUM’s green campus, you’ll encounter students studying under shady trees, sipping coffee at the lively cafés, or exchanging stories in the vibrant courtyards. These sights remind us that university life extends far beyond textbooks and lectures. It’s a transformative experience—a journey of personal growth and self-discovery.
One of IIUM’s iconic landmarks, the mosque positioned at the heart of the campus facilitates a place for reflection and spiritual growth in the midst of the academic journey. With the semester underway, the mosque greets new faces, eager to find the balance between intellectual growth and spiritual development.
This adventurous journey also carries a way of life. Students must settle down into their routines, juggle class schedules, and adapt to the new surroundings. For many, it’s a combination of excitement and concern as they face new topics, new professors, and additional challenges. But above all, there’s a mutual resolution: the pursuit of knowledge and the realisation of dreams, both personal and professional.
Whether it's a first-year student exploring their way or a senior working on their final year project, each individual embarks on an exclusive path that will shape not only their academic life but also their broader perspective.
One of IIUM's most prominent assets is its international community, boasting students from over 100 countries, generating an atmosphere where loneliness is simply unimaginable. Whether coming from Southeast Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Europe, or beyond, IIUM is a reflection of a melting pot of cultures, languages, and traditions. This rich diversity enriches the academic experience, allowing students to expand their vision and form meaningful connections with peers from across the world. For new students, this exciting multicultural environment proposes a deep sense of belonging and interconnectedness. The university's commitment to integrate knowledge with Islamic values further nurtures an essence of unity and shared purpose among its diverse student body.
As the weeks unfold, challenges will inevitably surface, but so will new opportunities. Friendships will deepen, knowledge will expand, and the bonds within the IIUM community will grow stronger. This new chapter is full of potential, with an infectious energy reminding every student that they are sharing something beautiful, inspiring, and challenging—a transformative journey that will leave its spot.
The semester has just begun, but the opportunities it holds are limitless.
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