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    CAIS Go Green!
    CAIS Sharing Happiness
    CAIS brings you United Thru Reading & Read Out Loud for READ@UNI event!
    Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang 2018

    During the 11th Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) on the 21st March 2019, 5 CAIS' staff were acknowledged for their outstanding performance throughout 2018 with Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang (APC).

    Those recognized for Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang were:

    • Mr. Aziz Tuah (Senior Assistant Director)
    • Mr. Abdul Rahman Mohd Hussain (Senior Library Assistant)
    • Mr. Mohamad Hazrik Berdan (Library Asistant)
    • Ms. Angeline Bisa (Library Asistant)
    • Mdm. Suriati Hailan (Library Asistant)

    Congratulations to all awardees!

    EduTour Programme brings Utsunomiya University's Students to CAIS
    CAIS' staff at READ@UNI launching ceremony
    Sumbang Saran CAIS 2018
    CAIS Open Day 2018
    CAIS' staff join UGSO to Vitoria & Madrid Spain
    CAIS & CITDS Join Hands in Fire Drill Exercise
    CAIS, RIMC, and UNIMAS Publisher co-organize back-to-back workshops on How To get Published!
    CAIS volunteers to IFLA 2018
    CAIS joins IFLA Poster Session!
    CAIS joins UNIMAS Institute Open Day 2018

    CAIS : a date with history!

    Reading empowers, a reminder on World Book & Copyright Day!
    Thank you for making us No 1!
    We have recently won the Anugerah Webometric for the Non-academic category, competing against another non-academic website in UNIMAS. Apart from being the most visited site, we also aced evaluated criterias such as Impact, Presence and Openness.
    P/S: Our Institutional Repository and Online databases pages got the most hits so be sure to check these pages out!
    Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang 2017 & Anugerah Perkhidmatan Setia 2017
    During the 10th Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) on 10th April 2018, 7 CAIS’ staff were acknowledged for their outstanding performance throughout 2017 with Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang and 2 staff for their 20 years of excellent services with Anugerah Perkhidmatan Setia.
    Those recognized for Anugerah Perkhidmatan Cemerlang include:
    • Mdm. Norazlina Abd Rahman (Senior Assistant Director)
    • Ms. Noorazerin Alladen (Assistant IT Officer)
    • Ms. Patricia anak Jutin (Administrative Assistant)
    • Mr. Mohammad Hardi bin Mohd Nasir (Senior Librarian Assistant)
    • Ms. Adila binti Shedan (Librarian Assistant)
    • Mdm. Magdelina anak Mangi (Librarian Assistant)
    • Mdm. Siti Syaabarina binti Abdul Hamid (Librarian Assistant)
    Meanwhile, the one who have been awarded with Anugerah Perkhidmatan Setia include:
    • Mr. Abdul Rahman bin Mohamad Hussain (Senior Librarian Assistant)
    • Mdm. Noriati binti Gani (Senior Librarian Assistant)
    Congratulations to all awardees!
    CPR & AED: Together We Can Save Lives!
    Mining Your Own Business: The road to a better library
    A two-day Bibliographic Data Mining Workshop was conducted for CAIS’ librarians and librarian assistants on 14th and 15th November 2017 at CAIS meeting room. Encik Md. Razib bin Karno, a senior librarian from Sultanah Zanariah Library, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia came all the way from Johor to share his knowledge on related subject.
    Both librarians and librarian assistants were expected to understand the concepts of data mining as well as several of its techniques for they are considered vital in order to identify certain things which can be improved in daily tasks.
    Return of Investment (ROI) was also mentioned as it too relates closely to the data mining process. Apart from that, others that were mentioned during the workshop include library data mining purposes, R-Programming, Bibliomining, text mining and so forth.
    Penghayatan Sehati Sejiwa CAIS 2017
    Several schools were invited to make Penghayatan Sehati Sejiwa CAIS 2017 a success on Friday, September 29, 2017, held at CAIS’ auditorium. The program was organized to promote Malaysia’s independence-related treasures of knowledge resources while providing communities the awareness of independent soul as well as giving the exposure to them about the country’s figures.
    Sehati Sejiwa carries the meaning of integrity, unity, mutual understanding, united in the pursuit of success and moment of hardship by all people and society. Unity is meaningless if the individual souls in a society are empty and unknowledgeable. Knowledgeable individuals have the ability to assess in planning and implementing any program with wisdom.
    CAIS’ efforts in uplifting knowledge with the community at the school level are noble efforts in order to ensure that the appreciation of togetherness in an independent country can be exploited as early as possible.
    Seminar Kepustakawanan 2017

    A two-day Seminar Kepustakawanan 2017: Melestarikan Kecemerlangan was held on 26-27 July in Merdeka Palace Hotel Kuching and was officiated by the Assistant Education and Technological Research Minister, YB Dr. Annuar Hj. Rapaiee.

    This fifth installment of the annual seminar organized by CAIS, was also held in conjunction with Universiti Malaysia Sarawak Silver Jubilee celebration.

    Library research findings, innovations in library services, impact of the library ecosystem on teaching and learning within digital environment, initiatives in education and training and also resource optimization initiatives were presented during the seminar.

    This seminar had brought librarians and information professionals from all over Malaysia, Brunei Darussalam and Indonesia together to share their research findings, ideas and issues in the world of librarianship as well as developed meaningful networking among participants.

    KOHA answers call for resource optimization!
    UNIMAS’s call for resource optimization was answered by the implementation of KOHA 17.05 in CAIS. CAIS is one of the first few academic libraries in Malaysia who uses KOHA Integrated Library System. Before switching to KOHA, CAIS has been using Millennium Integrated Library System for more than ten years.
    Soft launching of KOHA was held on July 14, 2017 with Chief Librarian of UNIMAS Mrs. Margaret Simeng, activating the lending and return services in the Circulation Module. The migration to KOHA was conducted by a System Development Team comprising CAIS’ Librarians and Information Technology Officers, CITDS. The implementation process had taken about three months including the conversion of data from the old system to MARC-compliant format, migrating all records such as bibliographic, acquisition, patron, borrowing and returns, item and holds, and staff training.
    CAIS Pronouncing and Signing the Corruption-Free Pledge

    Pronouncing and signing the Corruption-Free Pledge session by officers and staff of CAIS was held during CAIS’ morning assembly on Wednesday, 14th June 2017 at CAIS’ Auditorium.

    This Corruption-Free Pledge emphasizes on the pledge and promises made by CAIS’ citizens in individual capacity, to uphold their responsibilities and accountability to avoid being involved with any temptations of corruption and misrepresentation of power, in the course of carrying out their duties.

    Always a Champion! CAIS Won the 2017 “Ten Pin Bowling, Piala Ketua Pustakawan” Tournament
    CAIS’ name is no longer alienated in any Bowling Tournament organized by UNIMAS. Based on its overall performance this time, CAIS came first in the “Ten Pin Bowling, Piala Ketua Pustakawan” Tournament held at Riverside Superbowl, Riverside Shopping Complex, Kuching on 29 April 2017. The Treasurer’s Office finished as first runner-up followed by the Faculty of Engineering.
    CAIS’ teams never missed to put themselves among the top scorers for each category throughout the tournament. Puan Surina Hj Zainuddin, Senior Librarian Assistant came up first in the Women High Series with a total pinfall of 493.
    Program Cinta Ilmu & Jom Baca 10 Minit 2017

    Books have been a source of pleasure for several people and many will agree that reading is an effective way to de-stress oneself. Reading transports us to a different world and a single book can make us cry, laugh and amused.

    However, tiring work life has left little time for people to lay back and read an enjoyable book. But, CAIS can always motivate you to pick a nice read.

    As such on 27 April 2017 CAIS and UNIMAS Publisher had co-organized Program Cinta Ilmu & Jom Baca 10 Minit in conjunction with The World Book & Copyright Day, in CAIS Auditorium. This event aimed to enhance reading interest by conducting various activities involving the promotion of reading, publishing and the protection of intellectual property through copyright and also provide exposure to the public on the existence of the World Book and Copyright Day as accredited by the international bodies.

    CAIS Made It Again at MAKSAK 2017 Championship!

    CAIS’ librarian, Mohd. Khairol Hafiz Sanawi and Librarian Assistant, Afzan Abdullah Ahmad never fail to bring honour to CAIS. The bronze medalist, Hafiz came third this time around for the 4 × 400m Men Open category. Afzan on the other hand earned a silver medal for the Women’s Javelin category.

    Anugerah Perkhidmatan Setia 2015
    On 11th March 2016, UNIMAS has hosted its eighth Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) with a ceremony honouring employees for their excellent services. This year’s ceremony honoured 9 CAIS’ staff for their years of service to UNIMAS. Those recognized for their 20 years include:
    1. Pn. Margaret Simeng (Chief Librarian)
    2. Pn. Korina Ibrahim (Senior Deputy Chief Librarian)
    3. Pn. Zainun Mat Nor (Senior Deputy Chief Librarian)
    4. Pn. Surina Zainudin (Senior Librarian Assistant)
    5. Pn. Haslina Hamdan (Senior Librarian Assistant)
    6. Pn. Haluyah Unai (Senior Librarian Assistant)
    7. Pn. Nini Haslin Haider (Administrative Assistant)
    8. Cik Ramis Ayasamy Raman (Financial Administrative Assistant)
    9. En. Hud Baiee (Operation Assistant)
    Anugerah Kepimpinan Pengurusan & Profesional 2015

    Pn. Korina Ibrahim, Deputy Chief Librarian of UNIMAS, has been awarded the “Anugerah Kepimpinan Pengurusan & Profesional 2015” during Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) on 11th March 2016. She is the second librarian to receive such award.

    She stands for openness through sharing of experiences and is recognized for her dedication, competency and leadership skills.
    36 Medals for CAIS during UNIMAS Staff Sports Championship 2016

    CAIS bagged a total of 36 medals: 4 gold, 13 silver and 19 bronze after giving an excellent performance during the UNIMAS Staff Sports Championship 2016.

    CAIS’ Athletes won more Medals in MAKSAK Sarawak 2013 – 2016

    Way to go to CAIS Librarian! Mohd Khairol Hafiz Sanawi won 1 gold medal in MAKSAK Sarawak 2013, 1 silver in MAKSAK Sarawak 2015 and 2 bronze in MAKSAK Sarawak 2016. Our Head Library Assistant, Japar Kalok had also shown a great performance by winning 1 gold & 1 silver medal in MAKSAK 2014, 2 bronze in MAKSAK Sarawak 2015 and 1 gold in MAKSAK Sarawak 2016.

    CAIS Won the "Anugerah ICT Pengurusan 2014"

    ICT Innovation Award or Anugerah Inovasi ICT (AIICT) had witnessed yet another outstanding performance by CAIS. The ICT Project themed “Sistem Repositori Institusi UNIMAS Menggunakan ePrints” with CAIS as the system owner and CICTS as the developer won the Award during the Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) on 31st March 2015.

    CAIS Won the Board of Directors Chairman's Bowling Championship Trophy 2014

    CAIS’ teams comprising of 4 men & 4 ladies became the first combined team to win the trophy. The tournament was held at UNIMAS Bowling Centre on 25 January 2014.

    Librarian Representing UNIMAS in SUKUM 2014

    Congratulations to Mohd Khairol Hafiz Sanawi, Librarian from CAIS for bringing back 2 silver medals for UNIMAS in 4 × 100m and 4 × 400m Men Open Category in SUKUM 2014.

    Cheers for CAIS during UNIMAS Staff Sports Championship 2013

    “We put in a good performance throughout the championship,” said gold and silver medalist, Lucille. CAIS STYLE won 9 medals, 1 gold, 2 silver and 7 bronze during UNIMAS Staff Sports Championship 2013.

    i-Solution Won the UNIMAS KIK Convention 2013

    Fueled by competitive spirit and a passion to evolve with innovation, our project entitled “Jumlah Buku yang Dipulangkan Melalui Mesin Book Drop Mengalami Kerosakan adalah Tinggi”, CAIS KIK Team, i-Solution had emerged champion in the Konvensyen Kumpulan Inovatif & Kreatif (KIK) held by UNIMAS on 31st October 2013 at Tun Abang Salahuddin Islamic Centre (PITAS), UNIMAS.

    Vice Chancellor's Cup Bowling Championship 2011

    For the second successive year, CAIS Bowling Team had shattered the pin racks with a total pinfall of 6804 at the UNIMAS Bowling Centre to take the championship trophy.

    Vice Chancellor's Cup Futsal Championship 2010

    CAIS/ CICTS Team had defeated FSTS 3 – 2 in the Vice Chancellor Cup to settle for the second runner-up in the Futsal Championship 2010.

    CAIS Bagged the Crystal Bowl Bowling Championship 2010

    CAIS Bowling Team consisting CAIS 1(led by Chief Librarian, Pn. Margaret Simeng, lined by En. Isa Kumar, En. Jefry Bujang and En. Abdul Rahman), CAIS 2(led by En. Zaiden Sanyut, lined by En. Eddison Nyiong, En. Zakaria Hj. Mahmood and Pn. Noraiti Gani) and CAIS 3(led by Pn. Surina Hj Zainuddin, lined by En. Faizal Deraman, En. Romi Mohd Tuah and En. Mohd Azrul Aminur Rashid) – amassed a pinfall of 5366 to bolt to the lead in the Crystal Bowl Bowling Championship on 13 – 14 April 2010.

    Anugerah Kepimpinan Pengurusan & Profesional 2009

    The “Anugerah Kepimpinan Pengurusan & Profesional” was presented to Pn. Margaret Simeng, Chief Librarian of UNIMAS in 2009 and the award was received during the Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) on 7th August 2010.

    CAIS Received the Best Counter Services Awards 2009

    In recognition to its excellent counter services, CAIS has been awarded the “Anugerah Perkhidmatan Kaunter Terbaik” in 2009 and the award was received during the Majlis Anugerah Gemilang UNIMAS (MAGU) on 7th August 2010.

    CAIS' Total Commitment towards MS ISO 9001: 2008 Certification

    CAIS has successfully achieved the MS ISO 9001:2008 certification in 2009 and became the second department in UNIMAS to take up the challenge.

    CAIS Operating Hour

    Monday-Friday

    8.00am - 10.00pm

    Saturday-Sunday

    10.00am - 10.00pm

    Closed on Public Holiday/s

     

    CAIS BUZZ

    CAIS Go Green!
    A planting activity was organized on Friday, Jun 14, 2019 in support of of UNIMAS Green Campus campaign. This activity was a good way to nurture the love for a clean and conducive working environment among staff. It was CAIS’s Director who proposed the idea of one-staff-one-plant as she believe that plants can make a positive difference. Plants improve the quality of air and the environment in general. Polybags and soils were provided and about more than 50 pots of plants were planted.
    Share the joy toward celebration!
    The festive season is often associated with love and joy, families spending together, delicious food and beautiful gifts. As such in enhancing students experience in sharing joy during Gawai Dayak and Raya Aidilfitri, CAIS very own ‘JK Keceriaan’ has distributed ‘Kuih Jala’ and Chocolate Biscuit to the first 100 users / students exiting CAIS. The main entrance was also beautifully decorated to enlighten the festive atmosphere.
    Read@ School
    CAIS Read@School Team led by Mdm. Huzaimah Abd. Rani had organized a series of programmes with an aim to promote the reading culture among school students. Through a suite of customized programmes and activities in the READ@UNIMAS initiative, this team had reached out to their first school; SMK Kota Samarahan. Here, the students were introduced to diverse reading materials and also a career talk on librarianship. The students also shared their favourite read from the school’s own library.
    CAIS Love for Knowledge- Lets Read!!!
    To commemorate the World Book and Copyright Day, CAIS has organized its annual event “Program Cinta Ilmu dan Jom Baca Sepuluh Minit”. Unlike previous years, the program this year will be a two parts affair. The first part with theme “United Thru Reading” was held on the 29 -30th of April 2019 which includes a launching ceremony with the symbolic 10 minutes reading together activity. The second part will be held later on in the year. Three schools were invited and they are students and teachers from SK St Martins, SK Empila dan SK Dato Mohd. Musa. The school student participated not only in the 10 minute reading stint but also gave out some stunning performance themselves. The Read-Out-Loud session showcased the students’ storytelling skills. The crowd was also entertained by the talented Sofia Arrisa Yakub singing a few songs accompanied by her father’s acoustic guitar.
    CAIS has also launched its Book Club Corner which aims to provide students with a platform to share their favorite read. Invited to officiate the launch was Sarawak’s very own Miss Planet International – Viviana Lin Watson accompanied by CAIS Director; Madam Korina Ibrahim. During the afternoon, a writing workshop titled: Read and Write with Emerald took place. The half-day workshop is intended to guide young researchers on the “How-To” of the research publishing world and how to get their paper published with Emerald Publishing. The two-day event was filled with other exciting activities such as book and souvenir sales, exhibitions, food trucks and karaoke corner.
    CAIS Book Club Corner
    A book to read is not the one that thinks for you but the one that makes you think! so said Harper Lee a renown American author. So what is better than reading a great book? It is sharing that great book- Recognizing the need to reignite the love for reading and sharing a good read, we have taken the initiative to launch our very own book club. And what is a club without its own corner? CAIS Book Club Corner was then launched on the 29th April by Miss Viviana Lin Watson, Sarawak’s very own Miss Planet International. Miss Viviana was chosen due to her love for reading. She admits that her passion for reading and knowledge helped her embraced the title wholeheartedly.
    So come to CAIS, pick up a book you love and connect with someone who shares the love with you. Who knows a good book may not just spark a great discussion but also be a start of a beautiful friendship...
    CAIS continues to collaborate and support K @ Borneo
    On 10 October 2018, an official handing over ceremony from the outgoing chairperson En Zainudin Saridi, Chairman of Pro Tem k@Borneo to the incoming chairperson Dr Hajah Rashidah Bolhasan, Sarawak State Pustaka Chief Executive Officer, has taken place at Tun Mustapa Menara Complex. The Sarawak State Library for the second time will be the Secretariat to k@Borneo for 2018-2020.
    The Director of Sabah Foundation, Dato Haji Jamalul Kiram bin Datuk Haji Mohd. Zakaria, was also present to witness the event. K @ Borneo which refers to Knowledge in Borneo is a smart collaboration between organizations in three countries namely Malaysia (Sabah and Sarawak), Brunei and Indonesia (Kalimantan) started as early as 2001 on the Sarawak State Library initiative.
    CAIS represented by Tuan Hj Valentino bin Abu Bakar, expressed our full support and commitment to this partnership. CAIS also hopes that this cooperation will further enhance the visibility of CAIS and UNIMAS generally.
    Together We Sweep & Clean!
    In conjunction with the celebration of World Clean Up Day celebrated every September 15th, UNIMAS had launched a similar activity on September 23rd, 2018. On September 28th, 2018, CAIS too did not miss out its opportunity to be part of the celebration. Cleaning tasks were given to every division and unit respectively. Apart from making CAIS into a cleaner and better working environment, this activity has induced the strong cooperation among CAIS’ staff.
    CAIS joins UNIMAS Institute Open Day 2018
    Gone are the days when we can afford to assume everyone knows the value of CAIS. The acknowledgement and support of CAIS is more important than ever. Now in 2018 and under the umbrella of Kembara Ilmu PKMA 2018 with a quote “Reading is the golden key that unlock the door of knowledge” we joined UNIMAS Institute Open Day on the following dates:
    • Institute of Health & Community Medicine (IHCM) on 14-15 Aug 2018
    • Institute of Borneo Studies (IBS) on 19-20 Sept 2018
    • Institute of Social Informatic and Technological Innovation (ISITI) on 26-27 Sept 2018
    • Institute of Biodiversity & Environmental Conservation (IBEC) on 4-5 Oct 2018
    • Institute of Creative Arts and Technology (ICREATE) on 24-25 Oct 2018
    Books for loan, External Membership Application, Check account and pay fines, Q & A on CAIS and CAIS QR Code quiz were amongst the many activities being carried out.
    Kembara Ilmu PKMA 2018 was aimed to attract more and more users to CAIS, to educate the students, faculty members in how to use CAIS and its resources, to upkeep their knowledge by providing information appended in various sources available in CAIS and most importantly to promote the use of available reading material in CAIS and create awareness among the users.
    CAIS join IFLA Poster session!!
    For the first time ever, CAIS was given the chance to participate in the IFLA Poster Session at the 84th IFLA World Library and Information Congress (IFLA WLIC) 2018 Kuala Lumpur recently. CAIS had submitted 3 entries but the poster entitled Institutional Repository: repository, visibility and excellence were accepted by the IFLA Committee. This story of the poster was presented by the CAIS Senior Librarian, Mrs. Karen Kornalius.
    The poster in its graphic representation of the Burung Kenyalang was inspired by CAIS’ librarians. The creative artwork of two CAIS Library Assistants, Encik Abdul Rahman Bin Mohamad Hussain and Encik Mohammad Nazri Bin Masri, had attracted the attention of many IFLA participants. A total of 122 posters from around the world were contested and Malaysia was represented by Universiti Malaysia Sarawak (UNIMAS), Sarawak State Library (PNS), Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI), Selangor Public Library Corporation (PPAS) Raja Tun Uda, Kelantan Public Library Corporation, Kota Bharu Public Library Corporation, Malacca Public Library Corporation, Perak Public Library Corporation and Sunway Campus Library, Sunway University.
    CAIS volunteers to IFLA
    Attending the internationally acclaimed IFLA World Library and Information Congress (IFLA WLIC) is a dream for every individual in the field of librarianship. This dream had indeed come true for nine members of CAIS when they were elected to participate in the IFLA World Library and Information Congress (IFLA WLIC) 2018 Kuala Lumpur volunteers from August 24 to 31 August 2018.
    Those involved were Huzaimah Abd. Rani, Sri Muniarty John, Dayang Norsheila Abg Mohtar, Noorazerin Alladen, Grace Debbie Doring, Diana Ignatius, Racha Kuchop, Elina Patrick and Christine William. As volunteers, they were to create a professionally positive and friendly atmosphere to every congress delegate by assisting in the management of the arrivals of the participants of IFLA in Kuala Lumpur, helped the participants with the registration, assisted in the distribution of conference kits throughout the conference, helped in the preparation of Library Boulevard, as guides to the participants during activities such as library visits and cultural nights, helped presenters before presentations and to be on duty 8 hours a day for the maximum number of 3 days.
    Being volunteers, they were given the opportunity to establish a professional network with other information professionals from around the world which could help develop personal growth and career success. Presented with the internationally recognized certificates and as certified volunteers carrying the name of the university, they helped to enhance the visibility of CAIS and UNIMAS internationally.
    Database Training By Elsevier and Hala Tuju Penerbitan Jurnal-Jurnal UNIMAS 2018
    Two workshops entitled Database Training By Elsevier and Haja Tuju Penerbitan Jurnal-Jurnal UNIMAS 2018 were co-organized by CAIS, RIMC and UNIMAS Publisher on 13 and 14 August 2018 respectively. This first workshop was attended by 70 lecturers and researchers from UNIMAS and more than 15 participants from UiTM. Various interesting topics related to altmetric, open sources were successfully presented by Ms Ling Yu Lang from Elsevier. Topics on Research Evaluation metric and Life Cycle of Research, especially for young lecturers / researchers were also touched.
    The second workshop Hala Tuju Penerbitan Jurnal-Jurnal UNIMAS 2018 was attended by 40 participants comprising editors of unimas journals and representatives from UiTM. The workshop was briefly officiated by Puan Korina Ibrahim, UNIMAS Chief Librarian, representing the Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Innovation, UNIMAS. Facilitated by Assoc Prof Dr Zuraidah Abd Manaf, Director of Center for Citations Malaysia, several interesting issues and topics were shared with the participants especially on how to get journals continuously indexed by SCOPUS and WoS. The participants also learned how to evaluate their respective journal performance. This information was very useful especially for editors and new journals to be published by UNIMAS. Assoc Prof Dr Zuraidah on her last note, stressed that the quality of a journal is more important than the number of journals in an institution and to be indexed in SCOPUS or WoS, a journal needs to meet all the minimum criteria to qualify for submission. She added that the key areas of evaluation for a journal to remain indexed in SCOPUS or WoS include Journal Policy, Content, Journal Standing, Regularity and Online Availability.
    Overall, the participants found the workshops well-structured, comprehensive, rich in content and very useful and hope that this kind of program will be continued in the future.
    CAIS: a date with history
    In conjunction with Malaysia Independence Day Celebration 2018, CAIS had showcased a two-month exhibition on Malaysia Independence starting on 01 August 2018 till 30 September 2018 at the Mezzanine Exhibition Area. Books, magazines, journal articles and newspaper clippings were displayed.
    Photos of Sarawak Independence fighters; themes and logo of the previous Malaysia National Days that were exhibited had drawn much attention from the visitors. This exhibition was aimed at encouraging students and CAIS’ visitors to appreciate and understand the history of Sarawak and the history of Malaysia’s Independence.
    CAIS Rocked the 2018 Ngabang Raya UNIMAS Celebration!
    2018 has marked the third consecutive year for CAIS being the champion for Ngabang Raya UNIMAS which was held on July 5th at DeTAR PUTRA Banquet Hall. With the theme “Retro”, CAIS once again won the Rumah Manah category.
    Not only CAIS has proven its creativity in creating and decorating its own booth, but its participants too had never failed to win the hearts of the judges when it comes to the beauty pageant competition. Ms. Hejilda Hendrick was crowned as Kumang UNIMAS 2018 followed by En. Hazlan Yusuf as Raja Songket UNIMAS 2018 and Ms. Racha Kuchop as Ratu Keringkam UNIMAS 2018. This victory signifies these cooperation and close relationship among CAIS community.
    CAIS and CITDS joined hands to cook Bubur Lambuk
    Bubur Lambuk is so synonymous with the fasting month of Ramadhan. Thus, for the first time, CAIS and CITDS have jointly organized the Bubur Lambuk Program on June 7, 2018 (22 Ramadhan 1439H). Apart from to strengthen the camaraderie of both PTj, the main objective of this program was to fuel happiness through sharing a meal, which was in line with the spirit of giving during Ramadan.
    The bubur lambuk, sponsored by CAIS and CITDS, was cooked in 2 large pots and jointly prepared by the staff from both PTj. The packed bubur lambuk were later distributed to the students and staff in CAIS and CITDS.
    Reading empowers, a reminder on World Book & Copyright Day!

    The World Book & Copyright Day was commemorated on 24th April 2018 at CAIS Auditorium. CAIS, UNIMAS Publisher, teachers and students marked this important event. Deputy Vice Chancellor (Students Affairs & Alumni) UNIMAS, YBhg Professor Mohd Fadzil bin Abdul Rahman, officially opened the event. He said that creating a reading culture is vital to the body of knowledge and every individual's life.

    Let's Read Together for 10 minutes, launching of New Books published by UNIMAS Publisher, Best Library User Award 2017, Book Talk Session and CAIS Book Donation were the main activities that filled the official ceremony.

    Over the two days there were Khat & Calligraphy Art and Inai Art demo, ICT Accessories Sales, Buku Lambak, live busking, CAIS Preloved- Flea MArket and a few food trucks.

    CAIS commits to RDA
    Advanced Cataloging Training was conducted on 13-14 March 2018, aimed to enhance CAIS’ staff cataloging skill. The training was attended by 25 people comprising the librarians and the Assistant’s librarian. The training was conducted by Mr. Aziz Tuah.
    The objectives of the training were to strengthen the understanding and skills of RDA among the CAIS staff, theoretically as well as hands-on; to improve the quality and integrity of the CAIS’ record to meet the National and International Cataloging Standards.
    CAIS Management Meets UNIMAS Student Representative Council
    Communicating with users is an essential part of our work in CAIS. As such on March 1 2018, a discussion was carried out between five students from the Student Representative Council (MPP) UNIMAS and Puan Korina Ibrahim, the Acting Director of CAIS at the CAIS Meeting Room. Some pressing issues on CAIS facilities as well as new suggestions for improvement have been raised.
    We hope that with such meeting, the understandings of the users on CAIS’ roles will be much improved. There is always room for improvement in CAIS and thus every feedback from the UNIMAS community is most welcomed.
    CPR & AED: Together We Can Save Lives!
    On Feb 6, 2018 a training and demonstration session for Automated External Defibrillator (AED) under the Public Access Defibrillator Program was conducted for CAIS’ staff by our medical team from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Science UNIMAS, Dr. Nariman Singmamae, Dr. Jane Liew and Mr. Dev Nath Kaushal.
    The participants were exposed theoretically with several useful information, such as the Chain of Survival, Cardiac Arrest, signs of a heart attack, ways to perform CPR and the right way to use AED in emergency cases. In addition, participants were given the chance to have a hands-on in both CPR and AED usage.
    Being the first batch to receive such training, the session was truly beneficial especially for CAIS’ staff with non-medical background, just in case it needs to be used someday. We can never tell when a medical emergency will happen, and it does feel good to know that we could help.

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