IIUM AHAS Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences

26/05/2026

Eid al-Adha reminds us that sacrifice is not only about what we give up, but also about what we uphold; faith, compassion, patience, and care for one another.

AHAS KIRKHS wishes everyone a blessed Eid al-Adha 1447H. May this sacred occasion bring peace to our hearts, barakah to our families, and renewed meaning to every act of sincerity and sacrifice.

Taqabbalallahu minna wa minkum. 🌙✨

26/05/2026

In conjunction with Inspire Week 2026, AHAS KIRKHS gathered scholars, colleagues, students, and friends for “Mohd Kamal Hassan and the Quest for Comprehensive Excellence” - a special roundtable reflecting on the intellectual legacy and moral vision of the late Tan Sri Prof. Dr Mohd Kamal Hassan. Organised by the Department of Usul al-Din and Comparative Religion and Philosophy.

The discussion moved beyond biography. It became a reflection on what it means to pursue knowledge with conviction, and civilisational purpose. Speakers revisited questions that shaped Prof. Kamal’s life work: the integration of knowledge, the responsibility of Muslim intellectuals, the meaning of education, and the search for excellence that is not merely professional, but ethical and spiritual.

There was warmth in the room too. Memories were exchanged not as nostalgia, but as living testimony. One could sense how deeply Prof. Kamal had shaped institutions, conversations, and people. Old friendships could not resist resurfacing in shared affection. And fittingly, intellect never stood apart from conscience. The scholarly and the human remained inseparable.

Perhaps that is why his legacy continues to resonate so strongly. Not because he asked us simply to become accomplished, but because he asked us what kind of human beings we become in the process.

For a few hours at KENMS, the conversation continued. And through memory, scholarship, and reflection, Prof. Kamal’s voice still found its way into the room. Some conversations remain with us long after the room had emptied.

23/05/2026

Echoes of Culture during Inspire Week 2026 brought together voices, rhythms, poetry, humour, music, and stories from many places - making the hall feel like one shared home.

In a world that often asks young people to compete, rush, and perform endlessly, evenings like this remind us that community is also built through listening, missing notes, laughing anyway, and staying a little longer after the programme ends.

There was laughter between performances, nervous hands holding microphones, proud applause from friends, and the quiet courage of students standing before a crowd to offer something deeply human: a piece of themselves.

From traditional melodies to spoken word, from heartfelt performances to joyful chaos, the evening became a celebration not only of culture, but of belonging. The kind of belonging that rarely captured in university brochures, yet lives everywhere in memory.

At AHAS KIRKHS, culture is not an exhibition behind glass. It is alive in voices, gestures, friendships, accents, fabrics, jokes, and the courage to stand on stage and say: this is who we are.

And for one evening, the echoes felt like home.

22/05/2026

Assalamualaikum W.B.T. and warm greetings,

AHAS KIRKHS is deeply saddened by the passing of our dear brother and fellow student, Ameer Ashraff bin Khairul Annuar, a 4th-year student from the Department of Political Science and Madani Studies.

His departure is a tremendous loss to the KIRKHS community. Ameer will be remembered for his presence, kindness, and the impact he left on those around him. In this time of grief, we extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, lecturers, and fellow students.

We pray that Allah S.W.T. forgives his shortcomings, grants him His boundless mercy, and places him among the righteous in Jannatul Firdaus. May his family and loved ones be blessed with strength, patience, and ease during this difficult period.

Let us all take a moment to remember him in our prayers and honour the memories shared with him.

Al-Fatihah.

“Indeed, to Allah we belong and to Him we shall return.”
(Surah Al-Baqarah: 156)

21/05/2026

A vision took root, 43 years ago to nurture knowledge, character, and civilisation through the Tawhidic tradition of learning.

Today, AHAS KIRKHS continues that journey as a home for critical thought, ethical inquiry, and generations of scholars, educators, students, and communities shaped by Tawhidic values and purpose.

Happy 43rd Anniversary, International Islamic University Malaysia.

From, ✍️
AHAS KIRKHS

21/05/2026

Happening Now:

Roundtable Discussion: Mohd Kamal Hassan and the Quest for Comprehensive Excellence is happening now.

Join us live as distinguished scholars reflect on the intellectual legacy, vision, and enduring contributions of the late Tan Sri Prof. Emeritus Dr. Mohd Kamal Hassan toward the idea of comprehensive excellence.

🔴 Join via Zoom
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https://iium.zoom.us/j/92452251986

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20/05/2026

In conjunction with Inspire Week 2026, AHAS KIRKHS had the honour of welcoming back YDH. Dato’ Sri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain, Director General of AKPS and alumnus of the Department of Political Science (Class of 1996), for a session filled with reflection, humour, sincerity, and hard-earned wisdom.

From stories of student life to the burdens of public service, the session reminded us that leadership is not built overnight.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for this meaningful gathering of hearts, memories, and generations.

Watch the full recorded session here:

Alumni Talk: The IIUM Legacy, Lessons in Becoming by Dato’ Sri Mohd Suhail Mohd Zain.Date:19 May 2026Time:9.00am-12.30pmVenue: Senate Hall IIUM

19/05/2026

There are homecomings that feel ceremonial, and there are homecomings that feel like returning to a language one never truly forgot.

Today, AHAS KIRKHS welcomed back one of its own. In conjunction with Inspire Week 2026, “The IIUM Legacy: Lessons in Becoming” brought together students, academics, alumni, and friends in a gathering marked not only by reflection, but by affection.

YDH. Dato’ Sri Mohd Shuhaily Mohd Zain, alumnus of the Department of Political Science (Class of 1996) and current Director General of the Malaysian Border Control and Protection Agency (AKPS), returned not merely as a distinguished public servant, but as family returning home.

Between stories of student life, public responsibility, discipline, leadership, and service, what lingered most was something quieter: the enduring bond between a university and those it helped shape. The handshakes lasted longer. The smiles arrived easier. Old teachers became old friends again.

A university is not only built through buildings, rankings, or ceremonies. It is built through memory, companionship, mentorship, and the strange persistence of belonging across decades.

From the lecture hall to national service, the journey continues, but the roots remain here.

Welcome home, Dato’ Sri.
Once IIUM, always IIUM.

19/05/2026

Alhamdulillah. AHAS KIRKHS extends its warmest congratulations to our distinguished alumni, TYT Ambassador Adlan Mohd Shaffieq (KIRKHS 1998) and TYT Ambassador Abu Bakar Mamat (KIRKHS 1999), on their appointments as Ambassador-Designate of Malaysia to the Republic of Türkiye and High Commissioner-Designate of Malaysia to New Zealand respectively.

Your appointments reflect not only personal distinction and dedication in public service, but also the enduring spirit of KIRKHS graduates serving with wisdom, integrity, and global responsibility.

May Allah SWT grant both of you continued strength, clarity, and success in representing Malaysia abroad.

AHAS KIRKHS is proud of your achievements and contributions to the nation and the Ummah.

18/05/2026

Day One of the AHAS KIRKHS Inspire Week 2026 Booth Exhibition brought together students, lecturers, researchers, all departments, and visitors in a lively atmosphere of ideas, creativity, and meaningful conversation.

All smiles with the Dean, exhibitors, and members of the AHAS KIRKHS community as booths showcased research, student initiatives, publications, outreach projects, and interactive activities throughout the day.

From intellectual exchange to community connections, the exhibition reflects the spirit of this year’s theme:

“Inspiring Tawhidic Minds & Shaping Civilization.”

The exhibition continues throughout Inspire Week 2026. Be sure to drop by and explore the many booths and activities on display.

You can also visit the Digital Exhibition online:
🔗 https://sites.google.com/iium.edu.my/inspire-week-2026/iw26