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ABOUT US<\/strong><\/h1>\n

Welcome to the heart of the UTM postgraduate <\/span>community: the UTM Postgraduate Student Society (PGSS). As a vibrant and inclusive organization, we are dedicated to enhancing the postgraduate experience through various initiatives and activities.<\/p>\n

PGSS is a society serving as a platform for networking, collaboration and support among postgraduate students. PGSS organizes a wide range of events, including academic seminars, social gatherings and professional development workshops, to foster a sense of belonging and camaraderie within the community.<\/p>\n

At PGSS, we understand the unique challenges and opportunities that postgraduate students encounter. That’s why we provide resources and support to help students navigate their academic journey with confidence and success.<\/p>\n

Furthermore, we actively advocate for the needs and interests of postgraduate students within the university and beyond. We serve as a voice for the community, representing their concerns and advocating for positive change. Together, let’s shape a vibrant and thriving postgraduate community at UTM.<\/p>\n

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MISSION<\/strong><\/h1>\n

To be an optimal, responsible and holistic PG representation body in UTM<\/p>\n

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MOTTO<\/strong><\/h1>\n

\u201cFrom Student to Student\u201d<\/p>\n

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VISION <\/strong><\/h1>\n

To be a catalyst in creating a world class leading and exemplary postgraduate society<\/p>\n

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JOHOR BAHRU CAMPUS OFFICE<\/strong>
Sekolah Pengajian Siswazah (SPS)
Blok F54,
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
81310 UTM Johor Bahru,
Johor, Malaysia<\/p>\n

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P: +6 07 533 3816<\/span><\/p>\n

E: graduate@utm.my<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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INTRODUCTION<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Postgraduate Student Society (PGSS) is a representative society concerning all interests of postgraduate students in UTM <\/p>\n\n\n\n

PGSS organizes a wide range of academic activities throughout the year including PG Structured Courses, PG Coffee Sessions, 3 Minute Thesis Competition, Graduate Research and Exhibition Competition and also International Graduate Conference, Engineering, Science and Humanities Conference (IGCESH) - bianniel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The committee members of PGSS School \/ Faculty are selected by a polling process during the Annual General Meeting (AGM) School\/Faculty. Meanwhile, the committee members of PGSS UTM (Centre) are selected among the PGSS School\/Faculty Presidents by a polling process during the Annual General Meeting PGSS UTM. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MEMBERSHIP<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\n\nThe Society's membership is made up of all postgraduate students registered at UTM. The membership is automatic for all postgraduates.\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n


The Society's membership is made up of all postgraduate students registered at UTM. The membership is automatic for all postgraduates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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MISSION<\/strong>
To be an optimal, responsible and holistic PG representation body in UTM<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n
VISION<\/strong>
To be a catalyst in creating a world class leading and exemplary PG society<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table>\n\n\n\n
MOTTO<\/strong>
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