Author: Malaysian Students' Society of Manchester

There are a few things that unite the people of almost every country; sports undoubtedly occupies a high ranking on that list. For Malaysians, there is nothing quite like gathering at a mamak stall, devouring a delicious platter of food while watching a game of football or badminton on the projected screen. Nearing the end … Continue reading Manchester Malaysian Games: ‘Bee’ There and Bring Your A Game

As the leaves turn auburn and canary following the swift arrival of September, one by one, planes arrive at Manchester Airport, and Malaysian freshers set foot upon Mancunian ground for the first time. Settling into university and a new country is not an easy feat, and MSSM was there to make sure that students could … Continue reading Ohana Ber-bonding: Welcome to Manchester!

In preparation for the 2022/23 academic year, MSSM held two pre-departure gatherings this year: a virtual one and another physical one. The virtual pre-departure gathering took place on 21st August with the intent of introducing freshers to the city of Manchester through a light-hearted presentation and game of Kahoot! Our affiliates were also given the … Continue reading Pre-departure Gathering: New Hellos

As seconds and days ticked around the clock, students at the University of Manchester have finally sat through and completed their final exams. At MSSM, we believe that all hard work should be rewarded and what better way to celebrate the passing of yet another academic year than to throw a themed party? It all … Continue reading A Night In Wonderland

Election season has once again swept across the many Malaysian societies across the UK and Ireland, and Manchester was not one to miss out. As the academic year nears an end, MSSM's Ordinary General Meeting was held so to elect the shadow top five positions, giving them ample time to step into their new shoes … Continue reading Ordinary General Meeting: Anything but Ordinary

After months of blood, sweat, and tears, MSSM’s annual theatrical production has finally hit the grand stage of Academy 1. This year's Manchester MNight saw the team tackle a unique concept by putting together a production that ventured beyond Malaysian issues, being the first university in the UK to do so. Named 'Hearts of Steel', … Continue reading MNight: Hearts of Steel

As Malaysians, one of the many things we proudly wear on our sleeves is our culture. To amplify the uniqueness of South East Asian countries’ varying and vibrant cultures, MSSM has decided to host an event in collaboration with the Indonesian, Brunei, Filipino Societies.  A cordial invitation was extended to each society to show up … Continue reading SEA-Night: Food, Fun and Flair!

Settling into a new city is never easy, especially when you’re coming all the way from overseas with nothing but a few suitcases. In light of select students only flying into Manchester to attend their second semester in person, MSSM decided to hold a Late Arrivals’ Social to jumpstart our newcomers’ university experience.  The aim … Continue reading Late Arrivals’ Social: Belated Welcomes

Gone are the stresses of the first semester’s exam season! The arrival of February doesn’t only signal the beginning of a second semester and spring, but also Chinese New Year. To liven up the festivities for celebrating members, MSSM decided to hold a CNY dinner.  Attendees donned their best dresses in red and trickled to … Continue reading CNY Dinner: A Roaring New Year

To give everyone a breather from the first semester as well as get in the jolly mood, MSSM’s Christmas Social was an open invitation for its members to dress up in their ugliest Christmas sweaters and show up for a night of festivities.  The night kicked off with some who-ho-ho-lesome rounds of Christmas Mafia where … Continue reading Christmas Social: Warming Fires and Hearts