Sunway University Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences

Sunway University Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences Home to the most creative students and staff in Sunway University!

The School of Arts offers students a superior learning experience through excellent teaching and project-based learning. We are large enough to provide the facilities, equipment and expertise that you need to launch your future, while also being small enough to focus on you as an individual. The School of Arts is composed of four academic departments and two research centres:
• Department of Art,

Design and Media
• Department of Communication
• Department of Film & Performing Arts
• Department of Integrated Arts
• Centre for Research-Creation in Digital Media
• Centre for South Asian and Indian Ocean Studies

06/08/2026

Di Sunway Music Expo juga ada Art x Law Initiative Malaysia (ALIM) (Art x Law Initiative Malaysia) berkongsi usaha mereka dalam memperjuangkan akta pekerja gig untuk golongan seperti visual artist dan graphic designer.

Great turnout for our FASS guest talk this week 🎤 Prof Massimo Ragnedda and Dr Maria Laura Ruiu joined us to unpack digi...
05/08/2026

Great turnout for our FASS guest talk this week 🎤 Prof Massimo Ragnedda and Dr Maria Laura Ruiu joined us to unpack digital capital and what it means for a sustainable AI future. Thank you both for the insight! 🌍💻
 
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The JUNE 2026 FASS Newsletter is here! ✨In this issue, we highlight events as well as lecturer & student achievements wi...
04/08/2026

The JUNE 2026 FASS Newsletter is here! ✨

In this issue, we highlight events as well as lecturer & student achievements within the Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences. Here's a sneak peek of some of the titles featured in this issue:

1.⁠ SUP’s Newest Book Release: The Anatomy of Online Communities 🌐👥
2. The Birth of Ohana Creative Designers: Bringing the Creative Family Together 🌿🎨
3. Protecting Children Online: Malaysia’s Online Safety Act and the Challenges of Digital Governance ⚠️🚨
4. FASS Fest 2026 🎪🗓️
5. Building FASS from Within: Inside Micah’s Leadership Journey with ASSURE 🎖️📢

Access the newsletter issue through the link in our bio!

You are cordially invited to attend the FASS Postgraduate Research Seminar, organised by the Faculty of Arts and Social ...
30/07/2026

You are cordially invited to attend the FASS Postgraduate Research Seminar, organised by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS).

Date: Monday, 3 August 2026Time: 3.00–5.00 p.m.Venue: Design Studio 4, Level 7, Sunway Square Campus, Sunway University

The seminar will be chaired by Assoc. Prof. Dr Nurul Nisa’ Omar, with Assoc. Prof. Dr Zuhaili Akmal Ismail serving as the seminar organiser and moderator.

We are also honoured to welcome two distinguished external academic panellists, who will share their expertise and provide valuable feedback to our postgraduate students:

Dr Saw Teck ChewHead of Department, Department of Mass CommunicationFaculty of Creative Industries, Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR)

Dr Noor Mayudia binti Mohd MotharDeputy Dean (Academic Affairs)Faculty of Communication and Media Studies, Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM)

The seminar will feature research presentations by PhD candidates supervised by Assoc. Prof. Dr Zuhaili Akmal Ismail. It provides a platform for doctoral researchers to present their work, receive constructive feedback from internal and external academic experts, and further strengthen the quality and rigour of their research ahead of their proposal defence or viva.

We look forward to welcoming you.

Not just pretty designs—they’re stories you can see, touch, and experience. 💥🎨Explore original illustrations, creative p...
24/07/2026

Not just pretty designs—they’re stories you can see, touch, and experience. 💥🎨

Explore original illustrations, creative packaging, and visual storytelling by our Creative Design students at FASS Fest 2026.

📍 Q- Deck (L3), Sunway Square
🗓️ 12–16 August 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

See you there! 👀✨

We're looking Sunway University students to be Extra Artistes for the JCPAC Video Teaser!📅 Shooting Dates: 6th August 20...
22/07/2026

We're looking Sunway University students to be Extra Artistes for the JCPAC Video Teaser!
📅 Shooting Dates: 6th August 2026 (THU)

🕓 Shooting Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm++

🎭 Roles: Audience & Pedestrians

📍 Location: JCPAC, Sunway Square.

✨ No acting experience needed.

🎬 Just bring yourself.

🎁 Token provided.

If you're interested in being part of this exciting project, we'd love to hear from you!

Sunway University students, academic and professional staff, researchers, educators, alumni, and members of the wider pu...
21/07/2026

Sunway University students, academic and professional staff, researchers, educators, alumni, and members of the wider public interested in digital culture, social media, online communities, platform governance, communication, media studies, misinformation and disinformation, and the changing relationship between technology and society.

The event will be particularly relevant to students and scholars in communication, media, sociology, psychology, education, marketing, branding, business, information technology, and the social sciences, as well as professionals involved in content moderation, digital policy, community management, public relations and online safety.

Connecting ideas, sharing stories, and amplifyingvoices!Next up for FASS Fest 2026, we’re highlightingour brilliant Bach...
16/07/2026

Connecting ideas, sharing stories, and amplifying
voices!

Next up for FASS Fest 2026, we’re highlighting
our brilliant Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in
Communication (Year 2) students. Come and see
how the next generation of media professionals,
content creators, and strategic storytellers are
shaping the future of human connection.

Date: 11 August
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location: Open Area & Grand Staircase, Level
2, Sunway University @ Sunway Square

Make sure to stop by, show your support, and
get inspired! See you there!


The Centre for Media and Communication Research (CMCR), Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) warmly invites undergraduat...
15/07/2026

The Centre for Media and Communication Research (CMCR), Universiti Tunku Abdul Rahman (UTAR) warmly invites undergraduate and postgraduate students, academic staff, researchers, and anyone interested in media and communication studies to attend the CMCR Symposium 2026.

📅 Date: 31 July 2026 (Friday)
🕖 Time: 7:00 PM
💻 Platform: Zoom

Theme: Resilient Media for Resilient Societies: Innovation, Sustainability, and Literacy in the Digital Age

The symposium will bring together scholars and researchers to discuss how media and communication can contribute to building resilient societies through innovation, sustainability, and digital literacy. The event will feature distinguished speakers, including Assoc. Prof. Dr Catherine Lee Cheng Ean, Deputy Dean (Education), Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Sunway University.

This is an excellent opportunity to:

- Gain insights into current trends and research in media and communication;
- Explore the impact of digital transformation, AI, and media literacy on society;
- Engage with academics, researchers, and students from diverse backgrounds; and
- Expand your professional and academic network.

Scan the QR code on the event poster to register and access the Zoom meeting link.

We look forward to your participation in this engaging and insightful discussion.

🎵 From Tension to Flow: Alexander Technique for Musicians 🎹Euroasia is thrilled to announce our upcoming workshop presen...
15/07/2026

🎵 From Tension to Flow: Alexander Technique for Musicians 🎹

Euroasia is thrilled to announce our upcoming workshop presented by Ms. Aik Hooi - pianist, certified Alexander Technique Teacher, and Health & Wellness Coach!

Ever wonder if this workshop is for you? Whether you are a student, a professional musician, or a passionate amateur, you are welcome to join us to learn how to release tension and find your musical flow.

✨ Admission is FREE, but advance reservation is required! Don’t miss out on this rare opportunity to transform your performance habits.

📅 Date: 27 July (Monday)
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
📍 Venue: Recital Hall, Level 4, Sunway Square Mall
🔗 Secure your spot here: https://forms.gle/yaFWBdRtMpv8Foyp6

This event is proudly presented in collaboration with Sunway University, Sunway University Faculty of Arts & Social Sciences, with the support of Trinity College London - Malaysia. We look forward to seeing you there! 👋

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