Rabbit Chosen As University Mascot

After a contest to search for a university mascot, the students of UC voted to have the rabbit, an idea submitted by No Sophearith, Sao Phol Reaseh and Ly Sovandara, to serve as symbol of UC. 

AFD Orientation Relieves New Students’ Nerves

By Tim Vutha

Students beginning their foundation year this term listened to procedural guidelines from the Academic Foundation Department (AFD) about how to perform well for their B.A study during a course orientation on February 14, 2009, at the UC Conference Center.

Plans Underway For Two New Colleges

As The University of Cambodia continues to develop and expand, it will be launching two new colleges: the College of Media and Communications and the College of Performing Arts.

AFD Strategic Plan Finalized

A strategic plan for Academic Foundation Department, which will map out the future for the department from 2009 to 2015, was approved at the beginning of February.

UC Submits Academic Programs Revision To MoEYS

At the end of January, The University of Cambodia submitted a revision of its academic programs to the Ministry of Education, Youth and Sports, reflecting the university’s progression since it opened its doors five years ago. 

UC To Draft Strategic Plan

Beginning in March, The University of Cambodia will begin drafting its strategic plan, which will serve as a road map for the university in the next 10 to 20 years. 

CEF, AFD Graduates Continue To Higher Programs 

Congratulations to the students in the Center of English Studies (CES) and the Academic Foundation Department (AFD) who graduated from their programs in February. 

Research Team Travels To Siem Reap To Interview Khmer Rouge Victims

Last month, The University of Cambodia sent out two teams to the provinces to conduct interviews as part of the Dr. Handa Compensation and Memorial Fund for the Victims of the Khmer Rouge Genocide. 

UC Establishes Cambodia's First Indian Book Collection

The University of Cambodia expressed its thanks to the Embassy of India in Phnom Penh for its book donation by establishing the Toshu Fukami Library's "India Corner."

UC Purchases Bar Code Scanner, New Computers

The UC bookstore recently welcomed the addition of a bar code scanner and receipt machine that will help it accommodate the growing number of students purchasing books this term.

Book Donations Expand UC Library

The University of Cambodia would like to give special thanks to Dr. Rikhi Thakral of the Thakral Group of Companies for a generous donation of books and magazines to the Toshu Fukami Library. 

ALC Appoints Board Heads

On February 10, 2009, the Asia Leadership Center (ALC) appointed three leaders to serve as head of its board.

Leadership And Learning: A Profile On The Student Senate President

As the UC Student Senate’s first female President, Chheng Sovannka possesses the drive necessary to lead the student body at The University of Cambodia. 

Alumnus Shares Valentine’s Day Research At UC

As street vendors sold roses to wooing young couples this Valentine’s Day, UC alumnus Tong Soprach had another mission in mind – one that analyzed the romantic feelings surrounding this February holiday. 

4 Management Students Attend Economic Forum

By Tim Vutha

Four students from The University of Cambodia’s College of Management attended the 3rd Cambodia Economic Forum (CEF) to learn about the government’s strategies in reaction to the current global economic crisis. 

Monthly Round-Up 

UC students had the opportunity to take part in seminars inside and outside the university during the month of February that built upon their in-class studies.

CES Director Attends TESOL Conference

Center of English Studies (CES) Director Pay Chheng How attended this year’s CamTESOL conference on English Language Teaching (ELT).

Local Paper Features UC

The Phnom Penh Post featured The University of Cambodia in the “Education & Careers” section of its February 5, 2009 edition. 

Alumni Chat: Puy Kea

Puy Kea, a member of The University of Cambodia’s first graduating class, received his M.A. in Political Science in 2005 while working in Phnom Penh as a correspondent for Kyodo News, a Japanese news wire service. 

From The Dean’s Desk: Importance Of Research In The Field Of Education

Chheng Sangvath, Associate Dean in the College of Education, explains the necessity of research among educators. 

Student Perspectives: Students Should Fight Dangers  Of Computer Technology

IT student Nuon Sopheak warns against viruses and hacking and provides solutions for combating these problems. 

Alumni To ‘Barbeque With The President’ In March

The University of Cambodia will hold the first meeting of its alumni on Saturday, March 7, 2009, at the UC Conference Center.