5. Are parents/ visitors/ students allowed to enter the campus for the September/October trimester 2021 trimester?

Entry into the University Campuses is allowed by adhering strictly to the SOP that greatly emphasises physical distancing and safety precautionary measures, of which the detailed information can be accessed at https://dccpr.utar.edu.my/COVID-19-News-Announcements.php. The SOP includes the following:

1. Wear a face mask at all times.

2. Check-in using the MySejahtera App / Hi-Hive (for students); 

3. Take body temperature screening using the static standing thermal scanner or hand-held thermometer; 

4. Sanitise hands frequently; 

5. Follow physical distancing measures of no less than one meter apart.

6. Is there any adjustment on the resources fees for the coming September/October 2021 trimester?

The University is currently looking into ways to improve and provide a better service for students, especially on blended learning. For instance, the University has added some e-learning materials to the existing resources such as more e-books as alternatives for the textbooks required by students; subscription to Microsoft Teams and license copies of Microsoft Offices under the package; and adding extra servers to support online platforms. Thus, there will be an adjustment on the resources fees which is still cost-effective to the students.

B. HEALTHCARE AND SAFETY MEASURES

1. Must I practice self-quarantine? 

You do not have to but please do practise physical distancing and take all necessary safety and health precautionary steps. However, if you have been exposed/contacted to any possible Covid-19 case or have Covid-19 symptoms, please exercise the 14-day home surveillance. 

2. Is there any assistance provided to staff, students and visitors in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic on campus? 

Please be informed that the University has set up a Bilik Gerakan on campus and put in place operating procedures as a measure to monitor and provide assistance to staff, students and visitors in relation to the COVID-19 pandemic. The locations of the Bilik Gerakan for each campus are as follows:

Kampar Campus

Venue                         : Room A007, Ground Floor, Heritage Hall

Contact Numbers      : 05 468 8823 / 0111-061 3354 (Ops Room Hotline)

Operating hours    : Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm.

After office hours and on weekends, UTAR security staff on duty will man the Bilik Gerakan.           

Sungai Long Campus

Venue                         : Room KAG007, North Lobby, KA Block

Contact Numbers      : 03 908 60288 ext. 842 / 0111-060 3354 (Ops Room Hotline)

Operating hours    : Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 5.30pm.

After office hours and on weekends, UTAR security staff on duty will man the Bilik Gerakan.

C. COUNSELLING AND GUIDANCE SUPPORT

1. What are the services provided by the Counselling and Guidance Unit?

The Counselling and Guidance Unit offers free counselling sessions and mental health support for all students of the University in a safe and confidential environment. The counsellors are registered with Lembaga Kaunselor Malaysia (LKM) and we speak most of the major languages in Malaysia. We are always ready to assist you in exploring all the possible options in resolving the issues found in life.  

2. Do I need to make an appointment with a counsellor before attending a session?  

Yes, you are required to make an appointment with a counsellor prior to attending any counselling sessions.   

3. How can I make an appointment with a counsellor? 

Students are welcome to walk-in or make an online appointment via the following links to meet any of our counsellors: 

Online Registration (For Counselling session only)

Kampar Campus:

https://bit.ly/cgukpronline   

Sungai Long Campus:

https://bit.ly/cguslonline 

Counselling and Guidance Unit (CGU) will provide conditional face-to-face counselling where students can discuss with their counsellors regarding the appointment for physical counselling. In addition, CGU will continue to provide online counselling services through Microsoft Teams as well to ensure the safety of the students. 

Please be informed that there will be precautionary safety measures implemented at our university (both Kampar and Sungai Long Campuses) when you visit us. The precautionary safety measures include:

1) Temperature screening and registration for contact tracing at the entrance

2) Sanitisation

3) Social distancing in the counselling area

4) Crowd control

5) Usage of face mask at the campus

6) Time restriction - each counselling session shall not exceed one hour

4. Do I need to pay for the counselling and guidance sessions? 

All counselling services are free of charge for all UTAR students.
 

5. How many counselling sessions are needed?  

The number of counselling sessions usually depends on the issues faced by the students. It is also subject to the progress of the session and students’ needs. Therefore, students are always welcomed to discuss the number of sessions with the counsellor whenever necessary.

6. Will my seeing a counsellor be recorded in my academic transcript which may lead to bad impression in the future? 

All counselling sessions will be done with the adherence of private and confidential policy. Please rest assured that all the counselling sessions with the counsellor will not be recorded in academic transcript.

7. How can I get counselling support if I need it?  

Students may contact our registered and licensed counsellors from the Counselling and Guidance Unit of the Department of Student Affairs as follows:

Kampar Campus

General -

Venue: C113, Student Pavilion 1

Email: cgukpr@utar.edu.my   

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/CGUpkcampus/ 

Telephone No: 03-90860288 ext 823 / 824

Telephone No: 05-4688888 ext: 2283/2563

Counsellors -

Email: ngfy@utar.edu.my (Mr Ng Foo Yek)

Email: chongcw@utar.edu.my (Mr Chong Chee Wai)

Email: gursheena@utar.edu.my (Ms Gursheena Kaur)

Email: psleong@utar.edu.my (Mr Leong Pyh Shin)

Email: ngja@utar.edu.my (Ms Ng Jo Anne)

Email: nkyean@utar.edu.my (Ms Ng Kai Yean)

Email: slong@utar.edu.my (Ms Ong Sweet Ling)

Sungai Long Campus

General -

Venue: KB006, Ground Floor

Email: cgusl@utar.edu.my

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/utarcounseling 

Counsellors -

Email: navamani@utar.edu.my (Ms Navamani)

Email: chewsp@utar.edu.my (Ms Chew Seow Ping)

Email: ngwf@utar.edu.my (Ms Ng Wan Fern)

Email: tcyee@utar.edu.my (Ms Tan Chin Yee) 

Email: bywong@utar.edu.my (Ms Wong Bei Yi)

D. STUDENTS ACTIVITIES AND MOBILITY

1. What can a student do besides academic studies? 

For a student, life at the University goes beyond studying. It can be an enriching journey filled with fun-learning extracurricular activities. Effective learning opportunities beyond the confines of both physical and virtual classrooms are provided to shape students’ development through exposure of new experiences and perspective. DSA facilitates and engages students in activities where teamwork, conflict resolution skills, and leadership roles can be enhanced. 

2. Where can I find the information about the clubs and societies?

There is a wide range of clubs and societies to serve each student’s interests and emerging needs. To know more about the clubs and societies available at the University, please visit the following link:

Kampar Campus - https://dsa.kpr.utar.edu.my/Clubs--and--Societies-List.php

Sungai Long Campus - https://dsa.sl.utar.edu.my/Clubs_-and-_Societies.php

Should you have any enquiry about clubs and societies recruitment/activities, please email us at dsa@utar.edu.my 

3. How can I join a club and society? Where can I register?

Department of Student Affairs (DSA) plans to have an e-recruitment drive in September/October 2021 Trimester. 

Students may join the membership via online platform. 

Please refer to the DSA website for more details.

DSA Website (Kampar Campus) - https://dsa.kpr.utar.edu.my/

DSA Website (Sungai Long Campus) - https://dsa.sl.utar.edu.my/

4. Can I still proceed with the Clubs and Societies meeting on Campus?

Students may request to have physical meeting sessions once they have returned to campus whilst adhering to the new norm standard operating procedures. Nevertheless, student leaders and committee members are still encouraged to convene the meeting sessions online to avoid any unexpected issues.

5. Should we continue our clubs and societies activities in the September/October 2021 trimester?

You may plan and conduct online activities by utilising available digital platforms where the student leaders and the committee members can continue to keep in touch with their members electronically to share matters or items that are related to club/society objectives. Physical activities could be conducted by adhering to SOP once students are physically back to campus. Please keep track of the Mail Master/Student Portal’s announcement/DSA Facebook Page for any activities’ updates.

6. Does the gymnasium operate as usual, and are we allowed to use the facilities?

Sports facilities will be closed during the MCO period.

The UTAR Sungai Long and UTAR Kampar Campus gymnasium is open with strict guidelines and SOPs following concerns regarding the Covid-19 pandemic. Walk-in bookings are no longer allowed and all students and staff who wish to use the gymnasium equipment must make online booking via Google form at least ONE day before the intended use date. Same day booking will not be entertained. The Google form may be accessed via the following link:

Sports Facilities - Sungai Long Campus

http://shorturl.at/bevRT or by scanning the QR code below:

Gym/Dance Room Facilities - Kampar Campus

http://shorturl.at/wzGNY or by scanning the QR code below

Sports Complex - Kampar Campus

https://dsa.kpr.utar.edu.my/Sports-Complex.php

The new gymnasium sessions are as follows:

UTAR New Gym Schedule during RMCO/CMCO (Kampar and Sungai Long Campus)

** For Kampar Campus, Ladies session is only available in session 4 (Wednesday)

7.     What are the new SOPs/ new norms for the gymnasium in Sungai Long Campus and Kampar Campus?
   a)  The gymnasium now strictly limits 10 pax per session on a ‘First come first serve’ basis via the Google booking form.
   b)  The gymnasium sessions will have different timing to allow time for our staff to sanitize the gymnasium after each session.
   c)  Some equipment and machines are condoned off to adhere to physical distancing regulations. Thus, please refrain from removing the safety tapes from the respective equipment and machines.
   d)  Personal towel is a must. Those without towels will be denied entry.
   e)  Please scan using ‘MySejahtera’ Apps when registering.
   f)   A Face mask is needed before entry (while registering and paying ticket) and after departure. Those without face masks will be denied entry.
   g)  The sanitizer will be prepared by the gymnasium staff to sanitize your hands before entry.

Please refer to following protocols.

8. Can we book booths/corridors for their activities during the September/October 2021 trimester?