WRITTEN AND TRANSLATED BY : Nur Fazrini Alia Abd Majid
EDITOR : Ahmad Amirul Alias

Serdang, 20 August 2025 – The Golden Jubilee Celebration of the Class of ’75 Alumni was held meaningfully over two days, from 19 to 20 August 2025, at the Office of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs & Alumni), UPM. This program reunited long-lost friends who once shared the journey of gaining knowledge on the green campus, while providing a space to relive cherished memories and strengthen the bond among the Class of ’75 alumni.

The significant occasion was also graced by several distinguished university figures and alumni, including Prof. Dr. Arifin Abdu, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs & Alumni); Dato’ Haji Raihan Sharif, President of the UPM Alumni Association; En. Fahmi Azar Mistar, Director of the UPM Alumni Relations Centre; En. Mahbob Yusof, Chief Librarian of Sultan Abdul Samad Library; and Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed, Chairman of the Class of 1975 Alumni Chapter.

The highlight of the event on 20 August 2025 was the presentation of the Golden Jubilee Award of the Class of 1975 Alumni through MEKAR Series 28. Prof. Dr. Arifin Abdu presented the award as a tribute to outstanding alumni who have significantly contributed to the university and society. The recipients were:

• Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed – Distinguished Alumni Leadership Award, Class of 1975

• Hajah Normah Ibrahim – Distinguished Alumni Service Award, Class of 1975

• Tuan Haji Kamalur Rahman Ibrahim – Distinguished Alumni Welfare Award, Class of 1975

In addition, all members of the Class of ’75 were honored as the most important guests, being the heartbeat of this program. The event also recognized recipients of the Class of ’75 Alumni Achievement Appreciation Award and the Golden Jubilee 2025 Fellowship Award as a token of gratitude for the dedication, contributions, and spirit shared by the Class of 1975 Alumni family.

The Golden Jubilee Celebration of the Class of 1975 made history when the alumni contributed RM101,975.00 to the Sultan Idris Shah Endowment Fund (TESIS). The mock check presentation was carried out by Dr. Ibrahim Mohamed, Chairman of the Class of 1975 Alumni Chapter, to Prof. Dr. Arifin Abdu, Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Student Affairs & Alumni), UPM. This marked a strong testament to the solidarity and commitment of the Class of ’75 Alumni in supporting UPM’s educational and welfare agenda. Even more remarkable, Tuan Haji Zulkarnain Mardikan was recognized as the largest contributor to the fund. A special tribute was presented to his family, represented by his son, Encik Ahmad Faiz Zulkarnain, who attended on their behalf.

This meaningful initiative reflects the spirit of “UPM Alumni: Knowledgeable and Serving,” ensuring that the legacy of service continues to take root and bring lasting benefits to future generations of Putra.

Date of Input: 04/09/2025 | Updated: 09/09/2025 | ahmadamirul