The Big Thing

The last big thing we had where the entire course is involved is the T-shirt design. Now, shouldn't we do something big again to let our years in Utar immortalized as a beautiful memory?

What some of us have in mind is to make SKETCHES/DRAMAS/MOVIE CLIPS . Now before you start to say anything, here is a simple thing to do: Go to the polls (scroll up to view the poll and vote).

The plan is to have 1 major drama that involves the entire course, probably by featuring us (in a condensed/compact version) from week 1 to the exam week, stressing on Biotech course as a whole and perhaps symptoms of CSUS.

There will be other sub-dramas just for entertaining purposes.

When the voting shows clear indication of positivity, then I will list down the crew/posts for the dramas. Also, there will be a blog post for brainstorming/brainwriting for ideas.

Show your support. As a Biotechie, we are known for our integrity and cooperation.

Vote at the poll!

Reminder

1. There is MC tutorial on Monday. Please do your tutorial. Download it online from WBLE.

2. Remember that we have 2 IMA lab tests - one on this week's Wednesday, another on the following week's Wednesday.

3. Bring GRAPH PAPERS and RULER on Dr Ramani's lab test. REMEMBER.

4. For the lab briefing, it is held in conjunction with the lab orientation. So, choose the slot which corresponds to your lab and attend it. Attendance is hence compulsory.

15 Malaysia

Ok, I know it isn't a post on anything pertaining to our course BUT, but but, as a Malaysian, we should be a part of this too. A part of what? A part of this upcoming event - the release of 15 Malaysia!

What is it?
It is the a project consisting of 15 short movie clips pioneered by Pete Teo which features the same cast from Malaysian Artist For Unity (MAFU) Video, Here in My Home.

Who are the stars?
Not only local artistes are involved, even politicians, yes, real, breathing, politicians, are involved. Here are some TOP names among them: Nik Aziz (fuiyoh, never expect him to be involved), Khairy Jamaluddin, Namewee/Wee Meng Chee, Liow Tiong Lai etc.

What is the plot?
As expected, it surrounds racial discrimination but nothing sensitive. It encompasses bribery (always a hot cake), how to conduct halal cooking(it is freaking humourous), freedom of expression, party-hopping (recently hot), Malaysian football(...) , Islamic banking.

Where can I watch it/read about it for more info?
So far, you can visit any sites on the google search hits. I suggest this one. The homepage for the movies is here.

Here is one of the 15 previews featuring Khairy and Meng Chee in 'Meter':

IMA Lab tests and Lab Briefing

Notice #1 - IMA Lab Test

There are TWO lab tests for IMA. The first one on next Wednesday while the second one is on the following Wednesday.

The info for first lab test:

Date: WEEK 12, Wednesday, 19/8/09
Time: 8 am, during lecture hour

Scope of emphases:
-significant figures
- conversion SI unit
- lab apparatus etc.

The info for second lab test:

Date :WEEK 13, Wednesday, 26/8/09
Time: 4 - 6 PM
Venue :DK2B (with Biochem)

Notice #2 - lab orientation/briefing

The lab briefing is going to take place DURING the lab orientation. So, choose your own slot of lab orientation based on the notice of (click) one of the previous posts. If your FYP is going to use SD 107 (for example), then go for the SD107 time slot.

Finals Timetable

*OB - Thursday, 17/09/09, 9.00 am.

I know it sucks. Everyone know it sucks.

Important Notices

1. For the FYP lab briefing/management guidelines briefing on the 21st of August, it is CANCELLED, due to PTPTN briefing, until further notice.

2. The lab orientation on the 28th of August is still on.

3. For students doing dry lab, your are required to go for the lab briefing just in case you are required to use the labs. This was told by Dr Wong. As for the lab orientation on 28th, you can just ignore it BUT if your FYP title needs to use any labs, then go for the briefing for the specific lab as shown in the notice in the previous blog post.

4. For the IMA lab test, the scope of the test encompasses from FAAS, GC to HPLC. Since Dr Teh said she might ask some "analytical/general questions" such as basic instrumentation use/general rules in using such instruments (expect questions on significant figures and instrumental errors), so just get yourself prepared. However, she is still indeterminate about the scope yet. So, you are also at least required to know the basics of UV-Vis and FT-IR as well, but no need so detail.

5. Again, for IMA lab test, please bring your own graph paper. REMEMBER, because none is provided on that day. This is from Dr Ramani.

The details of the lab test on IMA:

Date :WEEK 13, 26/8/09
Time: 4 - 6 PM
Venue :DK2B (with Biochem).

Lab Orientation for FYP

This news is announced by Dr Tee today. Here are some details (click to enlarge):


As for the dry lab issue, I had asked Dr Wong already. Now awaiting for her reply. Thanks for your patience.