General
XMUM Signs MoU with Yealink and Receives RM1 Million Donation
In the afternoon of 27 October 2026, Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Yealink (Xiamen) Network Technology Co., Ltd., together with a RM1 million donation from Yealink to support the university's development.The donation will primarily support the provision of audio-visual and video conferencing equipment and related services for classrooms and library spaces. Remaining funds will be used to support student activities, providing additional resources for campus life and student engagement.
School of Energy and Chemical Engineering
CME Students Win Gold for Biowaste Cosmetic Research
A team of Chemical Engineering (CME) students from Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) won the Gold Award at the Malaysia–Japan Industrial & Innovation Expo (MJIIX) International Research and Innovation Competition (IRIC) 2026. The team comprised Natalie Tan, Zhi Ling Chew, Farah Maddouri and Haidar Raghad Bassam Saif Ahmad, under the supervision of Dr. Yin Leng Kua.
School of Economics and Management
School of Economics and Management Welcomes New Students at SEM-Bezzled Orientation
The School of Economics and Management Student Council (SEMSC) held its orientation event, SEM-Bezzled, at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) on 18 October 2026 for students entering the School in the 2026 academic year.Participants of SEM-Bezzled Orientation pose for a group photo
Department of Mathematics
Mathematics Week Launched at XMUM
The Department of Mathematics Student Council and XMUM Library launched Mathematics Week on 20 October 2026, marking their first collaboration to showcase the relevance and appeal of mathematics through art, interactive exhibits and hands-on activities.Held at the XMUM Library in the A3 building, the event features more than 100 exhibition displays exploring mathematics in campus life, different cultures, art and academic disciplines. The programme aims to make mathematics more accessible and engaging beyond the classroom.
School of Energy and Chemical Engineering
Prof. Ong Wee Jun and Team Win IChemE Malaysia Energy Award 2026
The Research and Postgraduate Centre congratulates Prof. Dr. Ong Wee Jun and Dr. Tan Ji Siang from Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM), Center of Excellence for NaNo Energy & Catalysis Technology (CONNECT), School of Energy and Chemical Engineering (SECE) for being awarded the IChemE Malaysia Energy Award 2026 for their project, "Integrated Photocatalytic Solar-to-Hydrogen Panels for Renewable Hydrogen Production, Storage, and Clean Electrification”.
School of Traditional Chinese Medicine
STCM Honours Academic Excellence and Hosts Mid-Autumn Gala
On 8 October 2026, the School of Traditional Chinese Medicine (STCM) at Xiamen University Malaysia (XMUM) held its Dean's List Award Ceremony and the “Golden Autumn of the Eighth Lunar Month” Mid-Autumn Festival Gala, celebrating students' academic achievements and the festive season.Group Photo of the Dean's List Award Ceremony
