{"id":181689,"date":"2024-11-22T05:47:53","date_gmt":"2024-11-22T05:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/?p=181689"},"modified":"2024-11-22T05:47:54","modified_gmt":"2024-11-22T05:47:54","slug":"stanex-2024-empowers-student-entrepreneurs-at-40th-iium-convocation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/?p=181689","title":{"rendered":"STANEX 2024 empowers student entrepreneurs at 40th IIUM Convocation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em><strong>By, Ahmad Rafi Sagoro and Hanin M. A. Badran<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>GOMBAK, 22 November 2024: The Stall and Exhibition Event 2024 (STANEX 2024) made a vibrant return to empower student entrepreneurs and celebrate the achievements of graduands during the 40th International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) Convocation Ceremony at IIUM Gombak. The event took place from 16 to 20 November at the IIUM Riverside, IIUM SHAS mosque compound and the IIUM Cultural Centre (ICC) of IIUM Gombak.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event featured a diverse array of activities and stalls, ranging from entrepreneurial ventures by student start-ups to cultural exhibits reflecting the IIUM\u2019s rich international identity. Visitors were treated to food stalls, talks, and live performances, all curated by student organisers to showcase the vibrancy of the IIUM community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of these programmes included:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol>\n<li><em>Pathways to Impact: From Graduation to Content Creation <\/em>\u2013 An inspirational talk about content creation featuring two IIUM alumni as speakers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Education Night Talk: Beyond the Scrolls<\/em> \u2013 A talk about leading a purposeful life after graduation from an IIUM alumnus.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><em>Performances by: International and CiTRA Dikir Barat<\/em> \u2013 Live performances celebrating diversity and culture from both local and international students.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>According to STANEX 2024\u2019s program manager, Afiq Fahmi, the event\u2019s primary goal is to provide the IIUM community with opportunities to connect with sponsors, collaborators, and external parties while gaining valuable experience. \u201cStudents will interact with sponsors, collaborators, and external parties and learn from these experiences,\u201d he shared in an exclusive interview with IIUMToday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"461\" src=\"https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-18-at-10.06.45-PM-1-1024x461.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-181691\" srcset=\"https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-18-at-10.06.45-PM-1-1024x461.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-18-at-10.06.45-PM-1-300x135.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-18-at-10.06.45-PM-1-768x346.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-18-at-10.06.45-PM-1-1536x691.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/news.iium.edu.my\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/WhatsApp-Image-2024-11-18-at-10.06.45-PM-1-2048x922.jpeg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Afiq also underscored the event&#8217;s festive atmosphere, noting that STANEX\u2019s student-run vendor stalls, club-oriented performances, and dedicated organising committee were all designed to celebrate the creativity and talent of IIUM\u2019s student body. \u201cWe want to celebrate and hype up the vibes of the convocation so that graduands can enjoy their happy day,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While the event faced challenges due to rainy weather disrupting some planned outdoor activities, the organising committee successfully relocated key attractions to sheltered areas, ensuring the event&#8217;s continuity. \u201cWe have to take the challenge as an opportunity for us to overcome and grow,\u201d said Afiq, quoting the program director\u2019s encouraging words.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Afiq expressed hope that STANEX 2024 will continue to enhance the convocation experience, making it a memorable celebration for graduands and their loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>STANEX 2024 was organised by the Entrepreneurship Development Centre (EDC) and the Entrepreneurship Club IIUM, in collaboration with the IIUM Student Union, IIUM Uniform Bodies Unit, and CiTRA IIUM.***<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By, Ahmad Rafi Sagoro and Hanin M. 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