A kaleidoscope of cultures came alive as Universiti Kuala Lumpur (UniKL) welcomed 93 new international students, representing all 12 campuses, during the International Student Engagement Program held on 31 May 2025 at Perdana Kuala Lumpur City Centre Hotel.
Hailing from 25 countries, the new students from the October 2024 and March 2025 intakes proudly donned their traditional cultural attire, reflecting the programme’s theme: “Unity in Diversity.”
The event celebrated global heritage while promoting inclusivity, connection, and appreciation of different backgrounds within UniKL’s international community.
Organised by the International Student Services Department (ISSD) under the Campus Lifestyle Division (CLD), the program was held in collaboration with the International Marketing Office (IMO), International Student Representative Officers (ISRO) from all UniKL campuses, and the Corporate Branding & Strategic Communication Department (CBSCD).
During the session, the Director of CLD, Dr. Mohd Faizun Mohamad Yazid, announced several new initiatives that will be implemented in direct response to feedback received from international students during the engagement.
These initiatives include the development of enhanced communication platforms to ensure faster and more accessible updates for students.
In addition, improvements to pre-arrival and pre-induction processes will help students transition more smoothly into life at UniKL.
The university will also expand student services, with a particular focus on visa support, orientation activities, and better integration into campus life.
“ISSD is also planning to introduce more creative and informative activities in the upcoming Engagement Sessions for the July and October 2025 intakes, aiming to make future engagements more dynamic, student-focused, and culturally enriching,” said Dr. Mohd Faizun.
Also in attendance were Prof. Ir. Dr. Azman Senin, President/Chief Executive Officer of UniKL, and Prof. Ts. Dr. Zalizah Awang Long, Deputy President of Student Development & Campus Lifestyle (SDCL).
As of 31 May 2025, UniKL proudly hosts 789 international students from 67 countries, across both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The top contributing countries include Bangladesh, China, Pakistan, Indonesia, and Nigeria.
