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Wed 12/10/22 (Week 1) - Brief Introduction to the Course

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Wed 12/10/22 (Week 1) - Brief Introduction to the Course

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Today, we all have been asked to gather at KICT's cafeteria by Prof Suhaimie, for him to show MKitchen, which is the place for our next course project. We took a short walk in groups and assembled in the middle of the KICT facing the main building, surrounded by nature, parking lots and passing pedestrians. It was a good approach given to the students to have a whole new breathtaking environment while listening to the lecture and explanation.

After a while, Prof Suhaimie guided us to meet the chiefs and the owner of the MKitchen and we were honored to receive a short speech given by them. We also took photos together as a memorandum of the first class of SCSH 1201 section 3.

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On 19th Oct 2022, we have been asked to attend a program “Ke Arah Kesejahteraan Kewangan Golongan Muda” held by KWSP Cawangan Kepong and IIUM Institute of Islamic Banking and Finance (IIBF). The program was held at Senate Hall, IIUM, started at 8.30 a.m. and ended at 1.00 p.m. Prof Suhaimi asked us to join for only one hour of the talk starting at 10 a.m. and ending at 11 a.m., and then for another one hour, we have to listen to a recorded lecture provided by Prof to meet the class hours.

During the talk, we all have been set to a like of parliamentary-meeting-setting. It was my first time being in the hall, and it intrigued me to see a parliamentary discussion look-alike with my own eyes. After each session, they provided a Kahoot Quiz for everyone to answer based on the topics discussed for example the importance of taking Takaful, savings for post-retirement life and how Takaful protects us. Winners will get prizes in the form of e-wallets but sadly I did not win :( However, before leaving, we have been given door gifts and breakfast sponsored by EPF.

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Wed 26/10/22 (Week 3) - Maqasid Shariah and Sustainable Development

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Wed 26/10/22 (Week 3) - Maqasid Shariah and Sustainable Development

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For Week 3’s lesson, Prof Suhaimi had held the class virtually through Zoom Meeting. In the class, Prof Suhaimi taught us the five fundamental goals of Shariah that must be upheld in order for it to achieve its ultimate goal, which is to promote and safeguard the welfare of humans and nature. The objectives of the shariah (Maqasid al-Shariah) consist of five essential values namely preservation and protection of faith, life, intellect, property, and lineage and Muslims are duty-bound by their religion to ensure the sustenance of these five objectives.

As the preservation of life is an explicit goal of Islamic law, this means that Islamic growth is endogenously sustainable and that only those development initiatives are permitted that maintain the capacity of future generations to meet their own requirements. Thus, Islam, like the SDG, emphasizes the need for an improved and harmonious society to be established with constructive and productive economic activities without endangering the environment.

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Wed 2/11/22 (Week 4) - Exhibition of IIUM Gallery

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Wed 2/11/22 (Week 4) - Exhibition of IIUM Gallery

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In week 4, Prof Suhaimi brought us to IIUM Gallery to relate the exhibition to our topic which is the Role of International Conventions for Sustainable Development. We had to take photos of the gallery and also our group photo and then upload them in the padlet given, together with three interesting observations that we can relate to the international framework of sustainable development.

In the IIUM gallery, with the help and guidance from Prof Suhaimi, we gained so much knowledge, history and facts about IIUM as all of the information, valuable and historical things are securely kept in there and were written on the hall of fame; from how IIUM was thought of, built and developed, and IIUM’s mottos, objectives and biggest achievements, to IIUM playing important role in completing the aspects of the Sustainable Development Goals agreed upon globally to address global environmental issues.

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Wed 9/11/22 (Week 5) - Sejahtera as Local Concept of Sustainable Development

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Wed 9/11/22 (Week 5) - Sejahtera as Local Concept of Sustainable Development

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Week 5’s class was held online through a Zoom Meeting on the topic of Sejahtera as Local Concept of Sustainable Development.

From the class, I learned that Sejahtera means peace, harmony and prosperity. Early in 2000, the concept of Sejahtera initially became apparent and had been sparked by mentality shifts toward Sejahtera and sustainable development. In order to help us create balanced, holistic people or communities in our lives, the notion of Sejahtera in education has grown in importance.

IIUM has set out on a mission to illustrate a university model that uses the Sejahtera philosophy as its foundation to address concerns of sustainable development. As a result, IIUM developed and launched the Insan Sejahtera, which is based on four components: IIICE, FPK, MAS, and SDG. By integrating qualities of faith (iman), knowledge ('ilm), and good character (akhlaq), it aims to humanize education and develop intellectuals, professionals, and scholars of distinction who will serve as agents of comprehensive and balanced progress for the sustainable development of Malaysia, the Muslim Ummah, and the global populace.

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Wed 16/11/22 (Week 6) - Roles of University and Sustainable Development

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Wed 16/11/22 (Week 6) - Roles of University and Sustainable Development

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Week 6 lesson was conducted online in which Prof Suhaimi explain to us on the “Roles of University and Sustainable Development”. Prof Suhaimi began the class by asking about our opinions and thoughts on how universities contribute to a sustainable agenda and everyone had to answer at least once.

What I obtained from the lesson is that universities provide cutting-edge research, high-quality education, and ground-breaking innovation, making universities key contributors to achieving the goals of Sustainable Development which are to ensure social cohesion, economic prosperity and protection of the environment.

A number of universities have incorporated the SDGs into their institutional strategies including IIUM, both in management and in teaching and research. Sustainable campus management has become important to many universities and is often considered part of the institution’s societal responsibility. Sustainable management can include energy-saving measures, resource efficiency and waste reduction, as well as the sharing of services, infrastructure and facilities with other universities or external partners. A key element in all sustainability strategies is the “whole-institution approach”, meaning all parts of the university community.

At the end of the class, Prof Suhaimi asked us about our progress on the Group Project. My group had chosen Mahallah Ali’s compound and cafe cleaning.

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Wed 23/11/22 (Week 7) -  Challenges to Sustainable Development

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Wed 23/11/22 (Week 7) -  Challenges to Sustainable Development

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This lesson's topic is “Challenges to Sustainable Development”. There are three aspects of these challenges which are social, economic and environmental. There are general and specific challenges. General challenges such as inequalities in access to educational resources, inequalities in access to health facilities, inequalities in access to food and inequalities in access to clean water. Meanwhile, specific challenges are for example climate change and clean energy, sustainable transport system, sustainable consumption and production patterns and global poverty.

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Wed 7/12/22 (Week 8) - Roles of Institutions for Sustainable Development

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Wed 7/12/22 (Week 8) - Roles of Institutions for Sustainable Development

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For Week 8’s class, our topic was the “Roles of Institutions for Sustainable Development”.

Institutions play a crucial role in promoting sustainable development by setting policies, laws, and regulations that support the transition to a more sustainable society. They can also provide financial resources and support for sustainable initiatives, as well as facilitate the exchange of information and knowledge about sustainable practices.

Some examples of institutions that play a role in sustainable development include:

1. Governments: Governments can set policies and regulations that support sustainable development, such as carbon pricing and renewable energy targets. They can also provide funding for sustainable initiatives and invest in infrastructure that supports sustainable practices.

2. International organizations: International organizations such as the United Nations (UN) and the World Bank have the mandate to support sustainable development and have established programs and initiatives to achieve this goal.

3. NGOs: Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) can play a role in promoting sustainable development by advocating for sustainable practices, providing funding and support for local initiatives, and conducting research and education on sustainable development.

4. Businesses: Companies can support sustainable development by adopting sustainable business practices, such as reducing their carbon emissions and using renewable energy. They can also support sustainable initiatives through corporate social responsibility initiatives.

5. Educational institutions: Educational institutions can play a role in promoting sustainable development by incorporating sustainability into their curricula and research programs, and by raising awareness about sustainable practices among students and faculty.

Overall, the role of institutions in promoting sustainable development is to create the conditions and provide the resources necessary for individuals and communities to adopt sustainable practices and make the transition to a more sustainable society.

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Wed 14/12/22 (Week 9) - IIUM as Sustainable Campus: Students as Agent of Charge

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Wed 14/12/22 (Week 9) - IIUM as Sustainable Campus: Students as Agent of Charge

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Week 9’s lesson is on IIUM as Sustainable Campus: Students as Agent of Charge.

IIUM's research agenda is to engage in research and innovation that are relevant to the Maqasid al-Shariah and in meeting the global goals‎ of sustainable development (SDGs) aimed at mercy for all (Rahmatan Lil Alamin).

In translating this agenda into a concrete action plan, IIUM has introduced new sustainable development courses, and embedded sustainable development in the existing courses as part of the reorientation of the curriculum towards Education for Sustainable Development. IIUM has introduced three new courses as part of university-required courses which are:

1) SCSH 1201: Sustainable Development: Issues, Policies and Practices

2) Usrah in Action I

3) Usrah in Action II

The first course is an introductory level course to set a foundation for students to understand the concept and principles of sustainable development, while the two subsequent courses are designed to implement the concept and principles into actions on the ground. In Usrah in Action I, students are expected to do a community profiling and issue mapping of the community of choice. At the end of the Usrah in Action I, the students will propose a solution project i.e. sustainable community development project to be carried out in Usrah in Action II based on the issues found during the profiling and issue mapping.

Along with that, students can play a key role in promoting sustainability on the IIUM campus by participating in these initiatives and advocating for sustainable practices within the university community. They can also take personal actions to reduce their own environmental impact, such as reducing their energy and water usage, and choosing sustainable transportation options for example biking or walking to kulliyyah or using the shuttle bus provided by IIUM. Students can also take notes electronically rather than using paper notebooks, purchase reusable bags or water bottles and use real dishes and towels; avoid plastic or paper cutlery and plates.

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On week 10, we need to do quiz 1 through the Google Forms platform. The link was given by Prof Suhaimi in the WhatsApp group, one hour early to check on the availability and eligibility to answer the quiz. The quiz was in a form of multiple choices questions, and it sure did test our understanding on what we have learned to the date and our knowledge of Sustainable Development as a whole. There were 50 MCQ questions on the lessons and 2 short essay answers asking on our Sustainable Development group project in about 100 words.

Update: Due to the quiz, Dr Suhaimi has provided us a YouTube link to a recorded lecture for week 10 so we are not falling back from the syllabus. The topic was “Measurement, Indices and Indicators for Sustainable Development and SDG”. A sustainable development indicator (SDI) can generally be understood as a quantitative tool that analyses changes while measuring and communicating progress toward the sustainable use and management of economic, social, institutional and environmental resources. There are four types of indicators; context indicators, input indicators, process indicators and impact indicators. Each of SDG’s goals has its own target and indicator and all of them aimed to develop people, the economy and society and to sustain nature, life support and community.

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Wed 28/12/22 (Week 11) - From Disciplinary Strength to Transdisciplinary Approach for Sustainable Development

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Wed 28/12/22 (Week 11) - From Disciplinary Strength to Transdisciplinary Approach for Sustainable Development

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Week 11’s lesson was also a recorded lecture and a link was provided. The topic is “From Disciplinary Strength to Transdisciplinary Approach for Sustainable Development”. In the video, Prof Suhaimi shared and explained to us several cases on sustainable development disciplinary issues for example river pollution in the downstream and upper, and also how the community of certain help to overcome the situation and those issues.

Sustainable development is a concept that refers to the development of human societies and the natural environment in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Disciplinary contributions to sustainable development involve the application of various fields of study and expertise in order to address the challenges and opportunities related to sustainable development.

1. Some examples of disciplinary contributions to sustainable development include:

2. Economics: Economists can help to design and evaluate policies and programs that support sustainable development by examining the costs and benefits of different options.

3. Engineering: Engineers can develop and design technologies and infrastructure that are more efficient and sustainable, such as renewable energy systems or low-emission transportation systems.

4. Environmental science: Environmental scientists can study the impacts of human activities on the natural environment and provide recommendations for minimizing negative impacts and conserving natural resources.

5. Public policy: Policymakers can design and implement policies that support sustainable development, such as regulations to reduce greenhouse gas emissions or incentives to encourage the adoption of sustainable practices.

6. Social science: Sociologists, anthropologists, and other social scientists can help to understand the social and cultural factors that influence sustainable development, and develop strategies for promoting sustainable behaviors and practices.

Overall, sustainable development requires the integration of knowledge and expertise from a wide range of disciplines in order to address the complex and interconnected challenges and opportunities that it presents.