New Chancellor appointed for Taylor’s

Prof. Dr. Syed Jalaludin (left)

Taylor’s University welcomed its new chancellor Tan Sri Prof Dr Syed Jalaludin Syed Salim at the recent graduation ceremony held last month.

The former Universiti Putra Malaysia Chancellor and former Bank Rakyat chairman obtained his PhD from London University and has five more honorary doctorates to his name.

Speaking to the 624 graduates from various schools, Prof Dr Syed advised them to observe and emulate previous graduates who are shining in their respective fields.

“Each of you can emerge as leaders, shortcuts do not work,” he said.

He added that graduates should weigh their options before making decisions, saying this would help them secure jobs in the future.

Also speaking at the ceremony, Taylor’s University Council chairman Datuk Loy Teik Ngan said the University is growing from strength to strength.

“We see positive changes and we are well on our way to being the leader (in the education field) in the country and the region,” he added.

A total of 65,000 students have graduated from Taylor’s since it was opened in 1969 from its various programs.

(By Syakirah Ahmad)