Anis Qamalina, the first HISTFORIUM female leader in 28 years

By Fasihah Zulkifli

GOMBAK, 14 December 2022: Following the IRKHSSS elections, Anis Qamalina binti Kamaruddin secured the seat of History and Civilization Secretariat uncontested, and become the first female president of the secretariat after 28 years with 25 presidents.

In an exclusive interview with IIUMToday, Anis Qamalina, a third-year student, shared her excitement and concern to be the first female leader of the Department of History and Civilization.

Anis has extensive experiences throughout her tenure as Secretary and Vice President of History and Civilization Secretariat (HISTFORIUM) which reaffirm her credibility as the leader of the secretariat.

Anis shared her views on the manifestos as the Chairperson and declared the following:

1. Implement an attitude of inclusiveness for the academic and welfare of history students, including those with special needs.

2. Serve as a representative for history students to communicate any issues with the department and kulliyyah to ensure none of the students are left behind

According to Anis, œMy vision and mission are to maximize the abilities of history students for the betterment of the ummah by instilling Islamic values.

Her future plan is to organise more society engagement activities that can improve the skills and abilities of students, especially the history students because she believed that education is not limited in classroom only.

When asked about her leadership model, Anis said that past presidents of HISTFORIUM are her closest reference. She was once inspired by the act of the former president who includes disabled people in activities organised and hoped to continue the legacy in the future.

She showed her high passion for the position and to set a good example for the History and Civilization Secretariat.

She also highlighted the importance of working together like a family as a leader is not only to lead but also to be led.

œI will do my best to fulfill the responsibility given to me and lets strive for the best, said Anis as she ended the interview.

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