About OARA

UBD has always recognised the central role of alumni in the life of the institution and the mutual benefits that flow from meaningful alumni relationships. Alumni are one of the most important stakeholders of the university. Once someone has received a degree and any other short courses offered by UBD, they are part of it for life. Therefore, it is important for UBD to maintain an on-going relationship with its alumni, and seek their participation in achieving excellence.

His Majesty the Sultan and Yang Di-Pertuan of Negara Brunei Darussalam, and Chancellor of UBD, acknowledged the importance of
getting the university’s alumni to be involved in the development of the university as well as the community:

"It is also my hope that the alumni would be able to contribute back anything
to the university and the community in general."

Titah of His Majesty during the Grand Finale of the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of UBD, 15th October 2011, Chancellor Hall.

 

What is OARA?

The office of Alumni Relations and Advancement (OARA) is administrative office for UBD graduates that manages and updates the status of UBD Alumni.

 

What and Who is Alumni?

A person who has attended or graduated from a particular institution.

Mission

To foster and strengthen the intellectual and enriching relationships of alumni with UBD, and to inspire and support alumni participation in UBD through service and relationship.

Objectives

  • Strengthen and maintain mutual partnership between UBD and its alumni
  • Assist in the organization and development of continuous and effective programmes and activities in promoting the welfare of UBD and its alumni
  • Contribute to the growth and development of the facilities, and the educational, research and lifelong learning programmes in UBD

Area of Service

Alumni are one of the most important stakeholders of the university. Once someone has received a degree and any other short courses offered by UBD, part of it for life. Therefore, it is important for UBD to maintain an on-going relationship with its alumni.

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Provide support for career and life networking

Alumni can help UBD by mentoring current students, organising recruitment and internships, building collaborations between their employers and the faculty members at the University

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Organize events and activities

Alumni will gain the opportunities to engage regularly in programmes and activities run by UBD, such as anniversaries, public lectures, reunions and volunteering work

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Run a communication plan and maintain an updated alumni database

Alumni will receive information on the programmes, events and opportunities in UBD

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Provide opportunities for research development

Alumni can give back to the university through donations and contributions that will strengthen academic programmes, enhance library and technology services, attract distinguished faculty, maintain a quality teaching and learning environment, fund student organisations and provide financial aid to students.

Our University Ranking

We’re highly ranked in THE World University Rankings 2022 for overall performance, physical sciences, engineering and social sciences.

The University Strategy

Our strategy to drive excellence in education and high-impact research, foster an outstanding and inclusive community, and enhance our strategic partnerships.

Developing UBD

OARA Team Member

Dyg Hajah Hartini binti Hj Mohammad Yussof

Head of Alumni Relations

Awg Lim Kok Shien

Head of Advancement

Dyg Evelin Tan Hui Ying

Project Officer (Advancement)

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Assistant Project Officer (Alumni Relations)

Assistant Project Officer (Alumni Relations)

Awg Md Nur'Khalish bin Haji Ishak

Administrative Support Staff

OARA Organisational Structure

What Do We Do

Alumni Relations

  • To maintain and strengthen the lifelong learning between UBD Alumni with the university via networks, events, collaborations with different stakeholders and privileges.

Engagement

  • Engage with future alumni (students) and stakeholders through events and project collaborations.

Advancement

  • Collaborations with stakeholders to facilitate the growth and development to the university such as endowment, scholarships, research funding, facilities, and employability programs.

 

Get reconnected and reunited

Once an individual has graduated from UBD or has undergone short courses in UBD, he or she is automatically an UBD alumnus. Alumni are encouraged to be involved in supporting UBD through numerous events, programmes and services.

Stay Connected

If you feel like you lost the connection with the university, it is never too late to reconnect with us.

All UBD alumni are encouraged to update us with your latest personal and contact details (including: Title, Name, Mobile Phone, House Phone, Email Address, House Adress, Year of Graduation, Major and Current Profession) by clicking
on https://tinyurl.com/UBDAlumniUpdateForm,
email office.alumni@ubd.edu.bn
Alumni Relation Matters: alumnirelation.oara@ubd.edu.bn
Advancement Matters : advancement.oara@ubd.edu.bn
or call us at +673 246 09227/23 Ext 277.

Please follow the Instagram of Office of Alumni Relation and Advancement (OARA) at @ubdalumni for more updates and information.

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