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@UC: News & Events at the University of Cambodia January 2007
The Cambodia Weekly, the new English language newspaper launched Small Business Management students put together a remarkable show Scholarships by Mr. Paul W. Heng UC becomes an accredited center for ICDL in Cambodia Dr. Handa Memorial Fund for the Khmer Rouge Projects UC congratulates H.E. Neang Phat Dr Handa Fund for the Disabled and HIV/AIDS Orphans Dr Handa Fund for the Cambodian Orphans’ Education Academic Affairs News from Center for English Studies (CES)
Ways You Can Give to UC The Cambodia Weekly, the new English language newspaper, launched
The Cambodia Weekly, the new English language national weekly newspaper, was formally launched on January 30th. The Cambodia Weekly is a color, tabloid-sized newspaper published on Sundays. Major sections of weekly coverage include business, education, science and technology, arts and culture and sports.
A number of national newspapers’ representatives were present during the conference. Dr. Haruhisa Handa, Chancellor of The University of Cambodia, gave the opening remarks, and the keynote address was made by H.E. Khieu Kanharith, Minister of Information. Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, President of The University of Cambodia, also was present to welcome all the guests.
Small Business Management students put together a remarkable show The Small Business Management class presented the second edition of UC entertainment show on Jan. 7th. The students put up a beautiful four-hour show. UC Vice President Dr. Angus Munro attended the function and gave an encouraging speech. All the performers did a great job. The climax of the show was the Fashion Show which was presented in a splendid manner. UC appreciates the efforts put in by the students and College Coordinator Ms. Lopez Gina.
Scholarships by Mr. Paul W. Heng Mr Paul W. Heng, President of the Unigen Corporation, has contributed financial support for ten scholarships at the University of Cambodia. The scholarships are for undergraduate and open only to new students who will attend UC for the first time. The scholarships are made available for students who will start the new term in February.
UC appreciates this generous contribution which shall benefit the Cambodian students.
UC becomes an accredited center for ICDL in Cambodia UC has been fully accredited as a test-centre for those who want to sit one or more components of the International Computer Driving License (ICDL). The ICDL sets an international standard for recognizing competence in the use of MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Access, the use of the Internet, etc.
For information regarding this program, please contact Ms. Shiela Merino, IT Director.
Dr. Handa Fund for the Victims of the Khmer Rouge Genocide As part of Dr. Handa Compensation and Memorial Fund for the Victims of the Khmer Rouge Genocide, on January 30th, a total of 1,000 families who were the victims of the KR genocide (and today they are very poor) received US$100 for each family in Srok Batheay, Kampong Cham province. The distribution-of-fund- event was presided by H.E. Mr. Hor Namhong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, with the accompaniment of Dr. Haruhisa Handa, Leader of World Mate and Chancellor of the University of Cambodia, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, President of the University of Cambodia and Secretary of State of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, among other distinguished guests.
The Dr. Handa Fund is named after its principle donor, the Japanese philanthropist Dr. Haruhisa Handa whose pen-name is Toshu Fukami. The Dr. Handa Fund is a “symbolic gesture,” with the aim to console and support families who faced economical, psychological, and physical distress during the Khmer Rouge era.
UC congratulates H.E. Neang Phat In January of 2007, H.E. Neang Phat, Member of the UC Board of Trustees, has been promoted by the Royal Government of Cambodia from a Lt. General (three stars) to General (four stars). UC congratulates him on this promotion and wishes him the best.
Dr Handa Fund for the Disabled and HIV/AIDS Orphans During his meeting with H.E. Ith Sam Heng, Minister of Social Affairs and Youth Rehabilitation, Dr Haruhisa Handa, Leader of World Mate and Chancellor of the University of Cambodia, announced the establishment of “Dr Handa Fund for the Disabled and HIV/AIDS Orphans.” With a budget of US$1 million, Dr Handa Fund for the Disabled and HIV/AIDS Orphans, which will be implemented by the University of Cambodia, will work closely with the Ministry of Social Affairs and Youth Rehabilitation to support the Cambodian orphans, especially those who have the special disabilities and who are suffering from HIV/AIDS. The University of Cambodia wishes to thank Dr Handa for his generous support of this Fund which will significantly contribute to the betterment of the Cambodian orphans, who need this special support.
Dr Handa Fund for the Cambodian Orphans’ Education At the same time, Dr Haruhisa Handa, Leader of World Mate and Chancellor of the University of Cambodia, announced the establishment of “Dr Handa Fund for the Cambodian Orphans’ Education,” with a budget of US$500,000 to promote education, mainly the learning of English language and computer and IT-related skills, for the Cambodian orphans to ensure that they will have a better future. UC also would like to express its gratitude to Dr Haruhisa Handa for commitment of support for the education of the Cambodian orphans.
Academic Affairs Term II of academic year 2006-2007 will start on February 21st for weekday sessions and February 24th for weekend session. Registration is currently on. Kindly see the respective college coordinator for further details.
News from Center for English Studies (CES) We are half-way through the current FasTrax term and spirits are still high. The new Inside Out textbook has contributed hugely to the boost in student’s daily attendance and the high morale amongst instructors.
The current ESL term is in its final few weeks. Good luck to all the students. Hope the final exam will be a good reflection of what they have leant during the 15 week course.
A tailor-made Business English course is scheduled to start on Saturday, 3rd February. Please contact CES if you are interested in joining this 42 week program.
Finally, a summary of the new term dates: 3rd February – Tailor-made Business English course starts 5 February – Next FasTrax term 26 February – Next ESL term
Ways You Can Give to UC Invest in higher education and the future of Cambodia, through a gift to the University of Cambodia. UC offers a number of ways to contribute to university development. Fund a scholarship or program, contribute to the Endowment, donate some books, or volunteer your time. For more information on how you can give to the University of Cambodia click here.
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