Deeparaya 2010 itinerary

It's a day of eating good food and socialising, and also bring home some prizes! But we have guests from outside of Portsmouth, and here is an itinerary for you and me to ensure the day goes smoothly.

Program Tentative 

2.00 - 2.15  :  Welcoming speech from President of Malaysian Society

2.15 - 2.30  :  Welcoming speech from former MSD representative of South East region

2.30 - 4.30  :  Makan2

                    :  Karaoke

4.30 - 5.00  :  Lucky Draw

5.00            :  End of the event.

Are you excited now?

On another note, we've been getting some harsh criticism by some, who feel it is unfair because we have switched the mutton with beef. As all of us know, Indians are forbidden to eat cow's meat. But please do not despair and run a boycott campaign against us! We are aware of the Hindu's eating conditions, so we not only have beef, but we also have CHICKEN! Yummm! And guaranteed satisfaction for all! So, prepare your sarees and punjabis and join us this Sunday! Let's have some fun, eh? See you there!

Edited: Little did we know that this would cause an uproar. We simply wanted to cater to everyone's needs, and the publicity officer has got everything mixed up. It seems that the beef is to be replaced with mutton, and this has failed to arrive to others' attention. I, personally am sorry for this mix up. The society would like to offer our apologies for this mix-up and for our publicity officer's mistake. We really hope members could forgive us and look at the bigger picture, the main objective of the event. Again, we are very sorry.

Announcement: DeepaRaya Celebration Information

Objective:
1. As a remembrance of two of the important festivals in Malaysia which are Hari Raya Aidiladha and Deepavali.
2. To gather all Malaysian in Portsmouth to mingle and socialize with each other!

Activity:
- Hand Painting (Henna)
- Karaoke
- Lucky Draw (Grand prize: 10pound TESCO gift card!!!)

Food:
Nasi Minyak, Mutton Curry, Chicken Curry, Mutton in Dark Sauce (Kambing Masak Hitam), Chicken in Red Sauce (Ayam Masak Merah), Chicken Tandoori, Mutton Korma, Nann Bread, Papadom, Mixed Vege, Vadee, Desserts, Fruits and Drinks (sirap limau & sirap bandung)

Fees:
UPMY members - 5pound
Non members - 7pound
Family (3+ children) - 20pound

Things you have to do:
- Make early reservation on this FB event.
- Payments and confirmation of reservation at Waterhole, Student Union on either
16.11.2010, Tuesday 12-2pm
17.11.2010, Wednesday1-3pm
18.11.2010, Thursday 12-2pm

- Come to the event and HAVE FUN!!!!!

Here is the map and picture of Friendship House.


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Nottingham Games 2010

On the 6th of November, Malaysians all around UK gather at the biggest Malaysian sporting event in UK -- The Nottingham Malaysian Games. This year, UPMY sent their football and netball teams to compete in the sporting events.

The netball team

The football team - Kickers FC

In action!

Kicking Kicker!

Catching the ball

It's a tough match

Guarding the goal

She shoots....she scores!

Other games in motion, basketball

Volleyball

Ahhhh let's not forget the Malaysian Food Festival! A la pasar malam, you can get your favourite Malaysian meals here!

The entrance to food haven...

Milo!!!

Yummm!!!

Eat!

Visit malaysiakitchen.co.uk

Sila beratur

And for the explorers, they explored the Nottingham University grounds, as well as the majestic city itself.

See you again at Nottingham next year!

Check back for more pictures and result of the games!

PS: Thanks everyone who let us use your pictures!

First social of 2010!

Last week, the society held their first social event. It was held at the Student Union's 3rd Space. The MC of the event was vice president Jameson, who also gave a presentation of the committee. The general election was also held, and we now have new committee members! Yay! But before proceeding with that, here are a few pictures of the event!

Welcome, people!

And now we begin the presentation....

Listening attentively to the MC, Mr. Ling.

Socialising over.....food! What else!

Sharing a laugh.

Has a member just got elected?

Introducing the president!

The food for the day -- Ken's pizza!

Smile for the camera!

Thanks for coming guys!

And now, a mighty congratulations for the following people who have just joined the committee: Lim Sook Kun (Assistant Publicity Officer), Avtarjit Kaur (Student Representative), Max C Thum (Student Representative), and Siti Nur Atiqah (Assistant Sports Officer). Let's work together!

Once again, thanks for everyone who came, and look forward to the next socials!

Annual General Meeting 2010

Assalamualaikum

Hi

On 30th Oct 2010, we will be holding our First Social Event at 3rd Space.

This will be the chance for all members to get to know all committee members and grill us on the society's financial management, publicity and sports issues, and the whereabouts of University of Portsmouth Malaysian Society (UPMY) in the UK.

Do attend this event and do make recommendations on how we can improve.

Kind regards

UPMY

Freshers' Fayre 2010

Freshers Fayre came and go.......and so did you! Last September, during the Freshers' Week, the university held Freshers' Fayre, a fair where all clubs and societies get a chance to promote themselves. University of Portsmouth's Malaysian Society (UPMY) didn't miss out on this event and took part as well. Here are some pictures of you eager members signing up.

Setting up the booth.

More preparation.

And the booth is done!

A brief meeting to explain what it is that we have to do, how to conduct the registration of members, etc.

And we're in business!

Our first member of the day, Miss Liana!

Keeping in the spirit of 1Malaysia.

Eager juniors registering.

Fill in those forms!

And check this out! We have international students who are interested in joining as well

Look at their eager faces!

Thank you guys for registering! Look forward to the club's events in the future!

Nottingham Games 2010 invite

Assalamualaikum,

Hi,

In three weeks time, Malaysian Society University of Nottingham will organize Nottingham Malaysian Games, known to many as Notts Games.

The event which is held in conjunction with Malaysian Food Festival will take place at different venues in University of Nottingham, on 6th November 2010.

Nottingham Malaysian Games is the largest sporting event of its kind, attracting members of Malaysian-related university societies from the length and breath of England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland.

It's a good chance for you to get to know other Malaysians in the UK, explore Nottingham if you want to, participate in any sports that you have confidence in such as badminton, football, netball, volleyball, tennis or even congkak and batu seremban.

If you are interested to join our sports team or support them, if you feel like tasting real-licious Malaysian food in the UK or if you wish to explore Nottingham instead, please reply this email saying you're in.

  

And please sign-up your name at Waterhole bar at Student Union (some of Malaysian Soc. committee members will be waiting for you there).

The time for signing up is as below:
Monday (18th) : 12-2.30 pm
Tuesday (19th) : 3-4.30 pm
Wednesday (20th) : 1-3pm The last signing up will be on Wednesday. 
It'll be priced at £10 for members and £12 for non-members. 

Find out more at:

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=150082828366132

RSVP here: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=161905447166520