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FEST Alumni Showcase 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

We would like to invite all FEST alumni who have developed an innovative product, founded a business, achieved professional excellence, or made meaningful contributions to society and the community to participate in this exciting event held in conjunction with FAAIN2026<\/p>\n

The following are the details of the programme:
\ud83d\udccc Showcase Date: 30 September \u2013 1 October 2026
\ud83d\udccd Venue: PRZS, UTM
\ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f Application Period: 15 August \u2013 5 September 2026
\ud83c\udf93 Eligibility: Open to all alumni of the Faculty of Education, School of Education, and FEST, UTM
Application link: https:\/\/forms.gle\/9FbGJUoWc8jMAWfW6<\/a>
Showcase Categories:
\u2728 Innovative Products & Inventions
\ud83d\udcbc Business & Entrepreneurship
\ud83c\udfc6 Professional Achievements
\ud83e\udd1d Community Impact & Social Contributions
Be part of our first-ever Alumni showcase!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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15 August- 15 September 2026<\/p>\n

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FEST-ALUMNI Icon Awards 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n

It is with great honour that we announce the FEST Alumni Icon Award 2026, a celebration of outstanding alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields. The following are details of the award:<\/p>\n

Eligibility: Open to all Faculty of Education, School of Education and FEST UTM alumni
Nomintations open: 15 August- 15 September 2026
Award Announcement: To be informed
Link: https:\/\/forms.gle\/RXRCKYn11boquzkS9<\/a>
Categories:
\ud83d\udcddLeadership
\ud83d\udcddEnterpreneuship
\ud83d\udcddTeaching Excellence
\ud83d\udcddSports
\ud83d\udcddCommunity Impact
\ud83d\udcddGlobalization
\ud83d\udcddInternational Distinguished Alumni<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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15 August- 15 September 2026<\/p>\n

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Assalamualaikum and greetings everyone,<\/p>\n

You are cordially invited to join our Alumni Forum: Beyond the Thesis \u2013 Alumni Perspectives on Mathematics Education, Research, and Career Growth.<\/p>\n

Hear from two distinguished alumni who have built successful academic careers in Nigeria and Indonesia as they share their experiences, insights, and advice on postgraduate studies, research, and mathematics education.<\/p>\n

\ud83d\udcc5 8 June 2026 (Monday)
\ud83d\udd53 4.00 PM \u2013 5.30 PM
\ud83d\udcbb Google Meet: https:\/\/meet.google.com\/vgy-aspe-div<\/a><\/p>\n

We look forward to your participation. Please feel free to share this invitation with fellow students and colleagues.<\/p>\n

Thank you.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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8 June 2026<\/p>\n

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Join our vibrant community of educators and innovators! Hop into the Alumni-FEST WhatsApp Group<\/b> to stay in the loop on the latest events, resources, and opportunities to chat with fellow alumni.<\/span><\/p>\n

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