By Shafiy Nordin
GOMBAK, 30 November 2023: A member of the IIUM Board of Governors, Professor Dr. Aminudin Che Ahmad, encouraged all graduands to carry forward the values they had acquired from their studies to the next phase of their life, œThe IIUM has laid the ground (foundation), now its your turn to build upon it.
His advice was part of the motivational speech delivered to the graduands of AbdulHamid AbuSulayman Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences (AHAS KIRKHS) and the Kulliyyah of Language and Management (KLM) in the sixth session at the 39th IIUM Convocation Ceremony. It took place at the IIUM Cultural Centre of IIUM Gombak, on Tuesday morning (28 November).
At the beginning, Professor Dr. Aminudin greeted the graduands and addressed them as the ˜hope of the future of ummah, as future scholars and leaders who had exceptional dedication, diligence and made a positive impact at the IIUM. He expressed sincere pride in each one of them and advised them to maintain their excellent performance.
He also emphasised that the graduands have the responsibility to contribute positively to society. The knowledge that they had gained through their studies empowered them to be agents of change, advocates of justice and ambassadors of peace.
The graduands were also advised to be well aware of the impact religious knowledge and languages have on people and the community. These tools can use to make the world a better place and touch people’s lives across the globe.
œWe want you to be successful not only in this world, but also in the Hereafter. Not only today in this hall, but also in the future, he said.
œNever give up when you face circumstances in life. Keep struggling, achieve your dreams. With effort and determination, nothing is impossible,” Prof. Dr. Aminudin motivated the graduands.
He also reminded them that they had been given knowledge, so they should benefit from the ilm as much as they can. He closed his inspiring speech with a dua for the graduands, œMay Allah ease each step of your life along the jihad in His path. ***
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