De Institute of Creative Arts and Design - ICAD

05/10/2026

🎨 The 3rd International Poster Exhibition of Asian Urban Culture & “Belt and Road” International Urban Intangible Cultural Heritage Digital Art & Design Exhibition

A meaningful celebration of culture, creativity and international artistic exchange was held at UCSI University, Malaysia, bringing together diverse visual perspectives from Asia and beyond.

Under the theme “Symbiosis of the Silk Road – Revitalization of Intangible Cultural Heritage”, the exhibition explores how contemporary digital art and design can reinterpret, preserve and connect urban intangible cultural heritage across countries along the Belt and Road.

The Opening Ceremony was honoured by the presence of our Guest of Honour, Dato’ Ahmad Yusof, together with distinguished guests, academics, designers, artists and members of the creative community.

We are proud to host this international exhibition at De Institute of Creative Arts and Design (ICAD), UCSI University, creating a platform for cultural dialogue, creative collaboration and the exchange of ideas through design.

📍 Venue: ICAD, UCSI University, Kuala Lumpur
📅 Exhibition: 5–6 October 2026
🕙 Opening Ceremony: 5 October 2026, 10:30 AM

✨ Celebrating Culture. Connecting Creativity. Bridging Asia.

15/09/2026

15/09/2026

🇲🇾 UCSI ICAD Students Wan Wen Celebrate Malaysia Through Fashion

A celebration of Malaysian identity, culture and creativity through a collection inspired by Malaysia National Day — reimagined through the fresh perspectives of the next generation of fashion designers from UCSI University’s Institute of Creative Arts & Design (ICAD).

Proudly presented as part of the MODA × Alamanda Putrajaya Fashion Showcase, the collection brings together contemporary design, national spirit and Malaysian heritage in a bold expression of fashion.

✨ Designed by the future. Inspired by Malaysia.



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04/09/2026

21/08/2026

🇲🇾🪁 MALAYSIA’S 69TH NATIONAL DAY CREATIVE WAU PROJECT 🪁🇲🇾

✨ 69 CREATIVE WAU • ONE ICONIC INSTALLATION • ONE MALAYSIA ✨

UCSI University – ICAD × Pavilion Bukit Jalil × KB Colour

🎨 69 Creative Wau artworks, featuring original drawings and designs created by our talented ICAD students, celebrating Malaysia’s rich heritage, diversity and creative spirit.

📅 24 AUGUST – 6 SEPTEMBER 2026
📍 Pavilion Bukit Jalil Centre Court

🪁 A THREE-FLOOR VISUAL SPECTACLE

Experience 69 giant creative Wau installations suspended across three floors surrounding of the Pavilion Bukit Jalil Centre Court, transforming the space into a spectacular National Day landmark.

🎨 CREATIVITY × HERITAGE × UNITY

Inspired by:
🇲🇾 Malaysian Identity
🤝 Unity in Diversity
🌺 Cultural Heritage
💡 Youth Creativity & Innovation
✨ Dreams & Aspirations for Malaysia

🪁 THE HIGHLIGHT

The 69 Wau artworks come together as one large-scale creative installation, celebrating the spirit of Malaysia’s 69th National Day through contemporary art and traditional cultural heritage.

📸 COME • EXPLORE • PHOTOGRAPH • SHARE

Discover how our ICAD students bring the traditional Wau into a contemporary creative experience — showcasing the imagination, talent and cultural appreciation of Malaysia’s younger generation.

🪁 FLYING HIGH TOGETHER AS ONE MALAYSIA 🇲🇾

69 Wau. 69 Stories. One Malaysia.

Let’s celebrate our heritage, embrace our diversity and soar towards a brighter future together. ❤️🇲🇾

04/08/2026

🇯🇵✨ Konnichiwa Japan at Pavilion Bukit Jalil! ✨🇯🇵

Step into a world where creativity meets Japanese culture!

Discover 30 beautifully handcrafted Japanese-inspired dolls, each dressed in a unique costume designed and created by the talented students of UCSI University – De Institute of Creative Arts and Design (ICAD). Every doll showcases the students’ creativity, craftsmanship, and appreciation of Japan’s rich cultural heritage.

📍 In conjunction with the Pavilion Bukit Jalil Japan Festival, these charming dolls are hidden throughout the mall, waiting to be discovered. Spot them, snap a selfie, and celebrate the beauty of art and culture together!

A heartfelt thank you to Pavilion Bukit Jalil for collaborating with UCSI ICAD in providing our students with a platform to showcase their creativity to the public.

📅 Japan Festival: 1 July – 2 August

📸 Don’t forget to share your photos and tag us!

31/05/2026

Wisdom. Peace. Kindness.

Celebrating the light of wisdom! 🪷 As we observe Vesak Day, the UCSI University community joins in honoring the values of peace and self-reflection. May this day inspire us all to act with greater kindness and build a more harmonious world together.