His Majesty Sultan of Brunei graces UNISSA’s 13th convocation ceremony
Universiti Islam Sultan Sharif Ali (UNISSA) , Brunei Darussalam awarded degrees to 471 graduates at the 13th Convocation Ceremony at the International Convention Centre (ICC), Berakas, yesterday.
His Majesty Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu’izzaddin Waddaulah ibni Al-Marhum Sultan Haji Omar ‘Ali Saifuddien Sa’adul Khairi Waddien, Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Brunei Darussalam, the Chancellor of UNISSA presented graduates with Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Master’s Degree, Bachelor’s Degrees, higher national diplomas, higher diploma and diplomas in various fields and disciplines as well as a Special Degree in 30 Juzuk Al-Quran .From the total, 35 graduates comprised international students from Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Morocco, Palestine and China.
Accompanying His Majesty was His Royal Highness Prince (Dr) Haji Al-Muhtadee Billah, the Crown Prince and Senior Minister at the Prime Minister’s Office and the Pro-Chancellor of UNISSA.
Upon arrival, the monarch was greeted by the Rector of UNISSA Dr Haji Norarfan bin Haji Zainal.
While addressing the young graduate, the Sultan said, it is hoped that the graduates will continue to contribute their services in their career within the community arena, carrying the values of piety, leadership, excellence, integrity and vision.
After the ceremony, the HM Sultan and Deputy Sultan were mingled among the rejoicing graduates and teaching staff. In the picture, one Indian Professor of Law, Dr Nehaluddin Ahmad seen with H.M.Deputy Sultan
