The event was fun and fascinating with a good line of talented public speakers and also, budding leaders. I'd say that the EDSoc. committee has chosen very apt and competitive themes - semi-finals :
A Malaysian Mind, Finals -
"Mickey Mouse" as President. Well, it's just timely that our speakers (known for their intelligence) apply a bit of wit, humour and persuasive influence here.
Most importantly, many thanks to all our participants. The event wouldn't be a success without you. The original number expressing interests is undoubtedly higher than the turn up during registration..nevertheless...isn't that a common phenomenon already in speaking competitions?? So, I'd like to
salute all those who came for the preliminary round this morning. It's not so easy to accept this oratory challenge, and you've won the first battle. To
Nadia, all the best in your final semester, and may your strong will find you a good career path. To
Dinesh, it's great to have you around in the preliminary round. We shall meet again next year, okay.
Now, since this is a national public speaking competition, we have received good response from our neighbouring universities. Thanks to UKM, UNIKL, TARC, for joining us in the challenge. Earlier, we also received participation from UITM, UTEM and KLIUC, but they had to withdraw due to unforeseen circumstances...i heard.
So, wonder who got into Finals? Yuppp:) Congratz,
Rifdy from ENNF 103 section 11 - the judges truly love your ideas.
Azali from UNIKL raised good concerns as well. Consolation prizes were given to
Thava from TARC and
Nuruddin from UNIKL. 2nd runner-up was
Wan (UNITEN) with his lively and energetic performance. Ist runner-up was
Arul from UKM. He explored a very critical and timely perspective in light of the theme.
And.....the champion this year is no other than
Hemalan (UNITEN)...yupp:) He not only convinced, but also made a point to entertain the judges and audience with his cogent arguments and intellectually stimulating discussion..shared some fun and laughter as well....I'd say Hemalan has a very attractive oral style which is conversational and also, persuasive. Congratulations, dear:) You have definitely done a wonderful job.
Thanks to all our judges, of course. Their committment and expertise really helps to make the event a truly rewarding experience.
Preliminary & Semi-finals :Mdm Hanani (Literature), Ms Evelyn (Communication & TESL), Pn Zue (Chief Judge).
Finals : Assoc. Prof. Dr Rosli (Computer Aided Instruction, Chief Judge),
Mr Hazizul (Leadership), Mdm Lily (TESL) ,Pn Zue (Group Comm & Persuasive Language).
To
Vivek and all the committee members, you've all done a wonderful job. It's really not easy to organize an event as such, and I pray may you be rewarded accordingly for all your hard work, patience and enthusiasm. As for now, I know you must all be tired, yet contented:) Yupppp! Take a look at all the pictures we've taken and they will bring back the victorious experience we have all shared together in living up to this Public Speaking PASSION. I guess the pictures depict your spirit, people...
Hope to see all of you in the coming debates....and next year's public speaking competition.
Lastly, Heartiest Thots and Best Wishes from my lovely kids (Nadia, Farah & Emir) and I,
Pn Zue
This is a truly awesome experience. A grand meeting of great minds and talented, persuasive speakers...i'm glad that the event has brought together participants from various levels namely Foundation, Diploma, Degree and Masters...also, it's ONE MALAYSIA with some international flavour..at least 5 international students joined the competition and Twisha made it to the Finals. Well... 71 participants registered...and this is healthy for a public speaking competition at UNITEN...our friends from GMI, UPSI, Muazzam, and UKM have made it even merrier. Too bad, APIT and KLIUC had to pull out last minute. Let's hope they could join the competition next year.
