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Honoris Causa 2022 University of Malta 2022-12-07 | This year’s Honoris Causa was bestowed on His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I The ceremony took place inside the Aula Magna hall at the Valletta Campus.Video Produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office.
Erasmus+ Cooperation Partnership SAYL | Stimulating Adventures for Young Learners University of Malta 2022-12-07 | The Centre for Literacy of the University of Malta is participating in the Erasmus+ Cooperation Partnership SAYL.The Stimulating Adventures for Young Learners (SAYL) project enables young children to engage in new adventurous stories. The project is building a book platform that includes high quality, interactive, digital stories in the majority and minority languages used in the five participating countries (Malta, Germany, Norway, the Netherlands, and Turkey). The platform is online and constructed to allow free access through most modern devices. The platform can therefore make books available to children who are for various reasons deprived of good picture books. The books will have multimedia features that support meaning-making. In addition, the books include the possibility of adapting the semantic richness to children's narrative understanding, choosing a language, and interacting with audio, video, and animation. We present the books on a platform that provides, apart from access, the possibility to select a book and a language. Furthermore, it is equipped with features to motivate children to return to the platform.We expect the book platform to increase and enrich book reading in Early Childhood and Care organisations and families. The families' close cooperation with the Centres that access the platform can bolster the book reading routine in families. The platform may boost book reading, particularly in disadvantaged groups, like immigrant children, children speaking a minority language, or children deprived of good picture books due to socio-economic factors or a pandemic.We are designing digital picture books for young children, including an oral narrative, thus enabling children to listen from an early age to narratives even when there is not an adult present to read to them. In addition, by offering a choice of languages, children may be able to read stories in their first and second language. We will equip the books with enhancements supporting meaning-making to outweigh the effects of an adult focusing, pointing, commenting, and explaining. However, of course, the enhancements cannot replace the social-emotional aspects of joint book reading.We will initiate an open-access platform that includes books with multimedia, a voiced text, and the option to listen to a simplified narrative and interact with the book. We are also devising a plan to develop the platform further and expand the supply of books after SAYL ends. Sorely needed are digital book formats grounded in (multimedia) learning theories. To create and author high-quality materials, we need a collaborative process integrating the expertise of app developers, literacy educators, and specialists in digital and second-language learning. Collaboration is indispensable in developing materials that combine literary features with digital affordances.Furthermore, we intend to equip the books with a choice of languages. Apart from widely spoken European languages (English and German), we include less widely spoken languages such as Maltese, Norwegian, Dutch, Bulgarian, Turkish, and Sami. The users can easily choose and switch between languages. Early childhood education and care services will use the books and provide families with access to digital books. For instance, they may ask parents to read particular books preceding sessions with the same books in the Centres or schools. They thus establish contact and cooperation with families, which might be especially crucial for families in a vulnerable or disadvantaged situation.More information about the work of the Centre for Literacy may be found at: https://www.um.edu.mt/literacy
Unveiling of a Dockyard Portable Boiler University of Malta 2022-12-07 | The official unveiling of a restored Dockyard Portable Boiler has taken place at the UM Msida campus, and will be on display as a representative element of industrial Heritage.Find out more at: https://www.um.edu.mt/newspoint/news/2022/10/communicating-the-importance-of-the-industrial-heritage-of-the-maltese-islands
Secondary School Students Visit UM University of Malta 2022-12-02 | On Friday 2 December, the University of Malta hosted around 900 Year 8 students from 14 different secondary schools.Twelve-year old students attended the first ever Unconventional Science Careers day #STEAM@UM. They got to experience engaging and hands-on activities on various science topics and research.Video produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office
Graduations Ceremonies | Undergraduates 2022 University of Malta 2022-11-28 | The start of our graduation ceremonies for undergraduate students commenced on 21 November until 28 November🧑🎓👨🎓Congratulations students, you did it!👏👏#GradYOUation #maltauniversity #studentlife #timetograduate #wedidit
Father & Son Graduate Together | Graduations 2022 University of Malta 2022-11-28 | Father and son graduate on the same day from the same course 🙌🙌Congrats!#ShineAtUM #maltauniversity
Deans Awards | Engineering | 2022 University of Malta 2022-11-28 | The Faculty of Engineering celebrates the achievement of it's students during this yearly event.Find out more at: www.um.edu.mt/eng
Tree Planting event University of Malta 2022-11-16 | A tree planting event was held by the Faculty of Health Sciences in memory of colleagues who have passed away: Prof. John RIzzo Naudi, Dr Mark Borg and Mr Anton Pizzuto.
Library Bake Sale in Aid of Richmond Foundation University of Malta 2022-11-14 | The UM Library has supported Richmond Foundation by raising funds through a bake sale.Richmond Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation, working in the area of mental health in the Community.Coffee, delicious muffins, cakes and brownies were served during the sale.
Donation to RIDT by ALIVE Charity Foundation University of Malta 2022-11-14 | The ALIVE Charity Foundation has once again held their cycling challenge and raised another €90,000 for cancer research undertaken by academics at the University of Malta. The funds were donated during aceremony held at the Biomedical Labs at the University of Malta.
Olive Picking at UM | 2022 University of Malta 2022-11-04 | Staff and students at UM came together for an olive picking activity around the University. Olive oil produced from the handpicked olives will be pressed and sold as part of the fundraising activities during Christmas on Campus!Video produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office.
A Decade Later | The Faculty for Social Wellbeing University of Malta 2022-11-03 | The Dean of the Faculty for Social Wellbeing, Prof. Andrew Azzopardi, presented the Rector with a copy of the new publication which the Faculty will be launching soon, summarising its first ten years. Entitled "A Decade Later" the publication comprises various contributors who in some way or another were involved in the Faculty's setting up and its 10 year journey.Find out more at: www.um.edu.mt/socialwellbeing
#ShiverAtUM - Now Screaming this Halloween 🎃 University of Malta 2022-10-24 | Join us this Halloween October 31 between 11-3pm at the KSU Common Room at the University Campus for a series of horror short film screenings.Free popcorn will be given at the entrance.Video produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office.
Installation of Mobile Boiler at UM University of Malta 2022-10-11 | A mobile boiler has been installed at the University Msida campus.It is one of a number brought over by the Admiralty and employed at the Dockyard to provide low pressure steam at 15/20 psi (1 to 1.5 bar) for domestic use (washing, cooking and space heating) to ships lying in drydockIt has been set for scrap but recovered and placed on display at the University thanks to the Malta Industrial Heritage Association (MIHA) in collaboration with Industrial Heritage Platform at UM, Polidano Group, Palumbo Shipyards and the Estates, Facilities and Capital Development, team.
Opening Ceremony & Freshers Week 2022 University of Malta 2022-10-04 | Take a look at some of the highlights of the Opening Ceremony and the start of Freshers' Week 2022.Find out more at: www.um.edu.mt
KSU Welcome to Students | Academic Year 2022-2023 University of Malta 2022-10-03 | The University's Students Council (KSU) welcomes Freshers' on campus.Find out more at: www.ksu.org.mt
Rectors Welcome Address | Academic Year 2022-2023 University of Malta 2022-10-03 | The Rector of the University of Malta, Professor Alfred J Vella, gives his welcome address to students for the Academic Year 2022-2023.Find out more at: www.um.edu.mt
Opening Ceremony 2022-23 University of Malta 2022-10-03 | It is time to start a new Academic year, therefore we invite you all to attend the annual opening ceremony which will take place on the first day of Freshers' Week.
Faculty of Engineering | Inauguration of New DMME Building University of Malta 2022-09-28 | The Department of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering has officially launched their new state-of-the-art laboratories on 26 September 2022. These laboratories will be used for Advanced Materials research led by the Department.
New Metallurgy and Materials Laboratories at UM University of Malta 2022-09-28 | The Department of Metallurgy and Materials Engineering within the Faculty of Engineering has officially launched their new state-of-the-art laboratories. This newly developed space includes in excess of 1000m2 of work area across a number of dedicated specialised laboratories.
International Office | Welcome to UM 2022 University of Malta 2022-09-09 | A welcome message to all international students at UM from the International Office.Find out more at: https://www.um.edu.mt/international/students/orientationsessionsVideo produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office
Science in the City, Malta Press Conference 2022 University of Malta 2022-08-23 | The festival is 'Taking Root' once more, focusing on the European Commission and European Union’s Horizon Europe Research and Innovation Programme. Find out more at: http://scienceinthecity.org.mt/
Funding a cheese-making proposal | TAKEOFF Seed Fund Award | MEnt Programme University of Malta 2022-08-05 | MEnt student, Simone Cutajar, developed and pitched a business proposal on the production of a variety of cheeses. Simone received funding from the TAKEOFF Seed Fund Award (TOSFA).The Master in Knowledge-Based Entrepreneurship (MEnt) is unique at the University of Malta in that it equips students with the know-how and tools to plan, fund and launch a new business venture. Find out more at: https://www.um.edu.mt/cebi/ment
Micro WatTs | Micro Wastewater Treatment Systems using Photocatalytic Surfaces University of Malta 2022-08-01 | Micro WatTs, a 2.5 million Euro project co-financed by INTERREG V. A. Italia-Malta shall develop a micro greywater solar water treatment system,Find out more at: microwatts-water.com
Annual International Multi-Disciplinary Conference | Junior College University of Malta 2022-07-26 | Annual International Multi-Disciplinary Conference14 - 16 September 2022Find out more at: https://www.jc.um.edu.mt/aimcEpic Cinematic Adventure Music | ICELAND by Alex-Productions | youtube.com/channel/UCx0_M61F81Nfb-BRXE-SeVAMusic promoted by chosic.com/free-music/allCreative Commons CC BY 3.0creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0
ICT FYP Exhibition Highlights 2022 University of Malta 2022-07-25 | Education, Research, & CollaborationThis year’s Exhibition was a hybrid event showcasing the projects done by the students in their final year together with a selection of more advanced research activities, Dean's Awards, panels and discussions. Find out more at: https://www.um.edu.mt/ict
Argotti Botanic Gardens & Resource Centre | Showcase University of Malta 2022-07-14 | The Argotti Botanic Gardens & Resource Centre in Floriana forms part of the University of Malta and their development as a botanic garden dates back to the early 19th century when the first Chair of Natural History was established. At present Argotti maintains the national herbarium and a diverse botanical collection that includes a Mediterranean section. Argotti Botanic Gardens & Resource Centre is also involved in teaching and research activities with various departments including the Department of Biology, Department of Conservation & Built Heritage, Department of Architecture & Urban Design and Institute of Earth Systems. Research projects have focused on plant conservation, ecology and bioactive plant extracts. Additionally, the gardens have served as an open classroom for primary and secondary schools.Argotti is the Commonwealth's third oldest botanical garden.Find out more at: https://www.um.edu.mt/services/resourcecentres/argotti/
Faculty of Engineering | Final Year Projects Exhibition 2022 University of Malta 2022-07-06 | The annual Engineering Projects Exhibition showcased the projects carried out by the undergraduate engineering students during the final year of their four-year B.Eng. (Hons) degree programme.These exhibits included a wide selection of topical areas related to the biomedical field, renewable energy, the environment, electronic products, robotics, transportation, manufacturing processes, new materials and surface treatments.Video produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office.
The JC BE-Block University of Malta 2022-06-21 | The BE-Block at the Ġ.F. Abela Junior College have been fully refurbished. Lectures and meeting rooms available for booking.Video produced by the Marketing, Communications & Alumni Office.
Studying Thrips | Thysanoptera University of Malta 2022-06-16 | PhD student, Godwin Degabriele (under the supervision of Professor David Mifsud), has discovered 60 species of thrips on the Maltese islands. These small insects can be found in flowers of several plants and may pose a threat to agricultural products.
Dance Tour 2022 University of Malta 2022-06-03 | The Dance Studies Department of the University of Malta presents Dance Tour 2022.More information about UM Dance Studies: https://www.um.edu.mt/performingarts/danceFollow us on FB: /um.dancestudiesProgrammeFO what?Choreographer: Patsy ChetcutiMusic: Fisher; Guem; C. Hill, D. Koloski, J. O'Sullivan; Japanese Taiko Drums; Muse; B. Marley; R. Aubrey; World Beat; Chillout lounge relaxMusic editing: Gaby DaviesDancers: Carmen Di Lorenzo, Karin Heller-Dani, Marie-Madeleine Opouma Poupa, Maria Paola Paulis, Enikő Szili, Helen Magdolna Tamasko The work delves into the fears we experience when comparing ourselves to others, and how these fears can lead us to experience isolation and/or rejection.‘The reason we struggle with insecurity is because we compare our “behind the scenes” with everyone’s “showreel” ‘ Steve Furtick The 3 MonkeysChoreographer: Dorian MalliaMusic: AnstamDancers: Carmen Di Lorenzo, Marie-Madeleine Opouma Poupa, Helen Magdolna Tamasko See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No Evil. No matter how hard we try to conceal that which occurs around us. Once harmony is disrupted no reaction can stop the repercussions from unfolding within. The resolution is in knowing that whichever approach we take, nothing can prevent the repercussive outcome. ent/anth/ropyChoreographer: Maria Agius MuscatMusic: Apollo 11 Lunar Landing – NBC News, Marea (We've Lost Dancing) - Fredagain.. feat. The Blessed Madonna, Bogoroditse Devo – Sergei RachmaninoffDancers: Karin Heller-Dani, Maria Paola Paulis, Enikő SziliCommunaholic, often used to describe Generation Z, refers to an almost radical kind of inclusivity which promotes acceptance and functions on the fact that we are bound through our differences.The three women we see here are discovering the relationship between them among the chaos which is their continuously developing identity and reality. Not only their identity as a group, but also their identity as individuals, and all the combinations which might exist in that universe (or multiple universes?).P.U.M.P. (Perfectly Used Mic Power)Concept and direction: Ricardo de PaulaMusic composer: Martin DevekDancers: Carmen Di Lorenzo, Karin Heller-Dani, Marie-Madeleine Opouma Poupa, Maria Paola Paulis, Enikő Szili, Helen Magdolna TamaskoSlowly progressing one step at a time, each one of us has the responsibility to make that one step, even if it's small, even if no one notices it first. 'Welcome my son, welcome to the machine.What did you dream about? It's alright we told you what to dream’. (Pink Floyd)Light design and technical direction: Neil ZerafaVCT Technical team: Margherita Borg, Matthew GellelAcademic coordinators: Sara Accettura, Paula Guzzanti FerrerPromotion Coordinator: Margaret WestbyVideography: Sam Chetcuti
