Innovative Fundraising Triumph by DISTED’s Self Defense Club
In a remarkable demonstration of initiative and community engagement, the newly established Self Defense Club at DISTED has successfully conducted a fundraising event, surpassing all expectations. Their strategic approach involved selling homemade brownies to a local business in Penang, which resulted in an impressive profit margin. This entrepreneurial venture was carefully timed to coincide with […]
DISTED COLLEGE CELEBRATES 31ST CONVOCATION CEREMONY AND A NEW CHAPTER OF DEVELOPMENT
Saturday, 28 October 2023, Penang – DISTED College, Penang’s premier institution of higher education, celebrated its 36th Anniversary and the 31st Convocation Ceremony with a memorable event at the prestigious Wawasan Open University. The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the college’s history. In his address, Professor Dr. Vikneswaran Nair, DISTED College President, celebrated the […]
ADMINISTRATIVE LAWS IN GOVERNING HIGHER EDUCATIONS INSTITUTIONS (AKEPT)
AKEPT recently organised a 2-day seminar titled “Administrative Laws in Governing Higher Education Institutions.” For attendees needing a legal background, comprehending the intricacies of these laws could be daunting and intimidating. The seminar featured esteemed speakers, including Mr. Mansor Ibrahim from the Ministry of Higher Education’s Human Resource Management Division, Dr. Khairul Anuar, Chairman of […]
NURTURING MALAYSIA’S NEXT GENERATION OF DIGITAL TALENTS AT CASUGOL-DISTED TRAINING CENTRE
Tuesday, 19 September 2023, Penang – CASUGOL together with DISTED College, Penang, Malaysia, a Platinum Academic Partner of CASUGOL established the 1st CASUGOL – DISTED Training Centre in Penang with an aim to foster the next generation of Digital talents in Malaysia. CASUGOL, a leading international certification body offering programs in digital transformation, Artificial Intelligence […]
Celebrating 50 Years of the George Town-Adelaide Sister City Relationship
The Australian High Commission Malaysia orchestrated a momentous reception on 29th August 2023, commemorating the golden jubilee of the George Town-Adelaide Sister City Relationship. The presence of distinguished guests further illuminated this auspicious occasion – Her Excellency, the Honourable Frances Adamson AC, esteemed Governor of South Australia, and Mr. Adam Liaw, the illustrious Penang-born Australian […]
Students to Benefit from “Develop With DELL” Training Programme (Collabration between PYDC & DELL)
DELL and PYDC will be collaborating on the “Develop With DELL” training program, scheduled to commence this October. This program will be open to students, providing valuable opportunities for engagement with DELL. Institutions like DISTED College have been invited to participate, ensuring that students can reap the benefits of this initiative. We’re excited to share […]
RMIT University Recognises DISTED’s Foundation Qualifications
RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, has officially endorsed the DISTED College Foundation qualifications, including Foundation in Science and Foundation in Arts. These recognized qualifications now serve as entry credentials for students pursuing vocational education and undergraduate degree programmes at RMIT. Renowned for its excellence in various fields, RMIT is a global leader in areas such […]
DISTED COLLEGE CELEBRATES DOUBLE TRIUMPH AT SUSTAINABILITY AND CSR MALAYSIA AWARDS 2023
Wednesday, 26 June 2023, Kuala Lumpur – DISTED College, a leading educational institution in Penang, proudly stood in the spotlight at the illustrious Mandarin Oriental Hotel during the prestigious Sustainability and CSR Malaysia Awards 2023. The highly anticipated event, supported by the Ministry of Women, Family, and Community Development and the Ministry of Rural Development […]
Recognising the Transformative Impact of DISTED’s Charity Event!
DISTED’s School of Psychology, in collaboration with Early Autism Project Malaysia and Lions REACh, co-organised a “Cheque Donation Presentation” on June 18, 2023, to support the special needs population. The event raised RM4,331.28 in donations, a testament to the community’s unwavering commitment and compassion for inclusivity. The School of Psychology expresses heartfelt gratitude to all the volunteers, donors, sponsors, and attendees […]
Heriot-Watt University Malaysia and DISTED College, Penang: Strengthens Strategic Partnerships
27 June 2023, Penang – DISTED College, Penang, is pleased to announce the expansion of its strategic partnership with Heriot-Watt University Malaysia (HWUM). This collaboration will now include an articulation pathway for Diploma students, enabling them to seamlessly continue their degree programmes at the HWUM campus in Putrajaya. Under this new agreement, students enrolled […]
DISTED Collaboration with Institute of Internal Audit Malaysia (IIAM)
DISTED College recently met up with Ms Vasugi, Manager of Membership and Certification from the Institute of Internal Audit Malaysia (IIAM), to discuss potential opportunities and collaborations that could enhance the educational experience of DISTED students. The discussion explored various avenues for collaboration, including internship programmes, guest lectures by industry professionals, and workshops on internal […]
UNVEILS OF COL²ABZ: IMMERSIVE LEARNING HUB FOR IR 4.0
Wednesday, 7 June, 2023, Penang – DISTED College, Penang, proudly announces the unveiling of DISTED’s new hub and facility, the CoL2abz. This new immersive learning hub, housing Multimedia, Psychology, and Business programmes, marks a significant step forward in embracing the Fourth Industrial Revolution (IR 4.0) and harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI). The distinguished guest, […]
