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Submit your essay entries from 3 April to 22 May 2023 (Extended Submission Deadline) ! Stand a chance to win up to RM 172,000 in Sunway Bursaries* and RM 28,000 worth of prizes! 👀

This competition is open to all Form 1 to Form 5 Malaysian students from all schools except those using an international syllabus.

Age group for the contesting categories are:

•        Category A: Form 1 – 3

Write an essay in 200 – 350 words on “What do you see as your responsibilities in building our nation?”

•        Category B: Form 4 – 5

Write an essay in 500 – 650 words on “Look at our society. What is the single most distressing problem our people are facing? How could your generation help to address this issue?”

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Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition is Back for the 9th Year

April 28, 2022

UPDATE: The submission deadline for this competition has been extended to 29 April 2022. Hurry and submit your masterpiece now!

Budding writers, something exciting is coming your way with prizes worth up to RM200,000 to be won!

Sunway Group is bringing back the nation’s longest-running English essay competition - the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition.

What is the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition?

It is an English essay competition fully endorsed by the Ministry of Education and organised by Sunway Group, the Oxford and Cambridge Society Malaysia, Jeffrey Cheah Foundation and Sunway University , with support from Sunway PALS.

Renowned as one of the most popular local literary contests, more than 22,000 students have participated in the competition, which aims to equip secondary-level students with skills such as English proficiency, critical reasoning, creativity, as well as emotional intelligence that will prepare them for their future. 

Sunway Group Deputy Executive Chairman and Jeffrey Cheah Foundation trustee Tan Sri Datuk Seri Razman M. Hashim said, “This competition is part of the Group’s effort in nation-building to improve the quality of education across Malaysia by providing a fun and creative platform that allows them to develop a critical and innovative mindset, complete with the soft skills necessary for their future. 

“We believe that we have a social responsibility to help advance the nation’s young minds for the betterment of our community,” he added.

Image source: Jeffrey Cheah Foundation website

This vision is encapsulated in the #SunwayforGood initiative that comprises three key pillars – education, healthcare and community enrichment . The competition is an extension of that initiative and reflects the commitment Sunway has made to uphold the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education. 

Who can join?

All Malaysian secondary school students studying the local syllabus are encouraged to join! Students will be divided into two categories:

• Category A: Form 1 to 3
• Category B: Form 4 and 5

Students will be required to submit their winning entries through the official portal,  www.sunway.com.my/essay , starting 28 March to 25 April 2022 (by 1.00 pm). 

This year’s essays will revolve around the theme of ‘humility’.

The topics for each category are as below:

Category A - 200 to 350 words

Topic: “Malaysia is a country with religious diversity. Discuss how mutual respect can help people from different religious beliefs coexist harmoniously.”

Category B - 500 to 650 words

Topic: "Malaysia is a multiracial country. Make an argument for a more inclusive school that values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of its students and outline the benefits this would bring."

Sunway Education Group Chief Executive Officer Professor Elizabeth Lee said, “We hope the topics we have chosen this year cultivate the art of critical thinking, a highly sought-after skill in graduates and prospective hires. Over and above this, we hope to instil a sense of pride for our country and unity among races in our students. 

“The digital age in the wake of COVID-19 has somewhat confined physical communications and social integration opportunities to the backseat. We need to provide the space for discussions such as these to take place to ensure Malaysia continues to be the melting pot of Asia,” she added. 

Image source: Sunway Education Group website

Shortlisted participants in the first round will be invited to the on-site finals, an essay-writing assessment, on 23 July 2022 at Sunway Education Group institutions across Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur, Ipoh, Johor Bahru, and Kuching. 

Winners will be selected by a special panel of judges comprising representatives from the Ministry of Education, teachers from the Sunway Education Group Centre for English Language Studies (CELS) and Ms. Margaret Hall, Past President and Executive Committee Member of the Oxford and Cambridge Society. 

What are the prizes?

First prize

• RM5,000 in cash
• Sunway bursary worth RM16,000
• 10,000 Sunway PALS Points
• An award certificate and a trophy

Second prize

• RM3,000 in cash
• Sunway bursary worth RM12,000

Third prize

• RM1,000 in cash
• Sunway bursary worth RM 8,000

There are also 10 consolation prizes to be won, each consisting of RM500 in cash, a Sunway bursary worth RM5,000, 10,000 Sunway PALS Points, an award certificate and a medal.

The bursary can be used as tuition fee waiver for any pre-university programmes at Sunway College in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur.

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This Essay Competition Rewards Students With Over RM200,000 Worth of Bursaries And Prizes

This year's theme for the essay writing competition is 'humility'.

By Marion Fernando — 31 Mar 2022, 02:03 PM

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Remember the time when LRT commuters quietly showed kindness towards an elderly man? Or when thousands flocked to a local gurdwara to help others in need during the floods in Selangor last December? These heartwarming sentiments even extend to our little furry friends, from cute whale sharks  to  cuddly kittens . :')

With that in mind, Sunway wants to inspire young Malaysians for a better tomorrow. This year, through their annual essay competition, students will get to demonstrate their writing skills, while also highlighting their thoughts about inclusion and diversity.

Returning for its ninth year, the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition  aims to promote quality writing in English, on top of fostering a better future for the next generation.

Organised by Sunway Group, the Oxford and Cambridge Society Malaysia, Jeffrey Cheah Foundation, as well as Sunway University, with support from Sunway PALS, the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition is fully endorsed by the Ministry of Education.

This annual competition by Sunway has garnered more than 22,000 participants since it began in 2014, making it one of the longest-running and most popular local literary contests.

The theme that students will have to centre their essay on this year is 'humility'

The Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2022 is open to all Malaysian students under the national syllabus, from Form 1 to Form 5, with a focus on the topic of humility.

Essay entries can be submitted from 28 March to 25 April (by 1pm).

There are two categories for the competition:

Category A (Form 1 to 3) - Write a 200 to 350-word essay on 'Malaysia is a country with religious diversity. Discuss how mutual respect can help people from different religious beliefs coexist harmoniously.'

Category B (Form 4 to 5) - Write a 500 to 650-word essay on 'Malaysia is a multiracial country. Make an argument for a more inclusive school that values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of its students and outline the benefits this would bring.'

And, winners will be rewarded with over RM200,000 in bursaries and prizes!

Students will have to submit their essays online during the first phase. In the second phase, finalists across Malaysia will be invited to have a sit-down essay writing assessment on 23 July 2022 at Sunway University in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, Sunway College Ipoh, Sunway College Johor Bahru, and Sunway College Kuching.

A total of 13 winners will be chosen from each category.

Here's the prize list:

First prize - RM5,000 cash - Sunway bursary valued at RM16,000 - 10,000 Sunway Pals points - Award certificate - Trophy

Second prize - RM3,000 cash - Sunway bursary valued at RM12,000 - 10,000 Sunway Pals points - Award certificate - Trophy

Third prize - RM1,000 cash - Sunway bursary valued at RM8,000 - 10,000 Sunway Pals points - Award certificate - Trophy

Consolation prizes x 10 - RM500 - Sunway bursary valued at RM5,000 - 10,000 Sunway Pals points - Award certificate - Trophy

Winners can redeem the bursary as tuition fee waiver for any pre-university programmes at Sunway College in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur.

So, are you keen on joining? If you think you've got the writing chops, submit your essay here !

Make sure to submit your essay entries by 1pm on 25 April. Good luck! <3

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SUNWAY-OXBRIDGE ESSAY COMPETITION 2022 EXTENDED TO 29 APRIL 2022

Sunway Group’s Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2022 has extended its submission deadline to 29 April 2022 to allow more students to participate in light of the encouraging response.

Back for its ninth year, the competition aims to promote and boost English proficiency among secondary school students using the Malaysian syllabus nationwide. The competition offers prizes worth more than RM 200,000 in cash, bursaries and Sunway PALS points to be won.

The Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition is the most popular of its kind in the country organised by Sunway Group, The Oxford and Cambridge Society Malaysia, Jeffrey Cheah Foundation and Sunway University, with support from Sunway PALS and fully endorsed by the Ministry of Education.

This year’s essay competition will revolve around the theme of ‘humility’. Participating students will be divided into Category A (Form 1 to 3 students) and Category B (Form 4 and 5 students).

Sunway Group Deputy Executive Chairman and Jeffrey Cheah Foundation trustee Tan Sri Datuk Seri Razman M. Hashim said, “This competition is part of the Group’s effort in nation-building to improve the quality of education across Malaysia by providing a fun and creative platform that allows them to develop a critical and innovative mindset, complete with the soft skills necessary for their future.

“We believe that we have a social responsibility to help advance the nation’s young minds for the betterment of our community,” he added.

This vision is encapsulated in the #SunwayforGood initiative that comprises three key pillars – education, healthcare and community enrichment. The Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition is an extension of that initiative and reflects the commitment Sunway has made to uphold the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.

As per previous years, students will be required to submit their winning entries through the official portal, www.sunway.com.my/essay, starting 28 March to 29 April 2022 (by 1.00 pm).

Students under Category A (Form 1 to 3) will need to write a 200 to 350-word essay. The essay prompt is: “Malaysia is a country with religious diversity. Discuss how mutual respect can help people from different religious beliefs coexist harmoniously.”

Meanwhile, students from Category B (Form 4 and 5) will need to submit a 500 to 650-word essay. The prompt is: “Malaysia is a multiracial country. Make an argument for a more inclusive school that values the diverse backgrounds and perspectives of its students and outline the benefits this would bring.”

Sunway Education Group Chief Executive Officer Professor Elizabeth Lee said, “We hope the topics we have chosen this year cultivate the art of critical thinking, a highly sought-after skill in graduates and prospective hires. Over and above this, we hope to instil a sense of pride for our country and unity among races in our students.

“The digital age in the wake of COVID-19 has somewhat confined physical communications and social integration opportunities to the backseat. We need to provide the space for discussions such as these to take place to ensure Malaysia continues to be the melting pot of Asia,” she added.

Since its inception in 2014, more than 22,000 students have participated in the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition.

Shortlisted participants in the first round will be invited to the on-site finals, an essay-writing assessment, on 23 July 2022 at Sunway Education Group institutions across Malaysia; Sunway University in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur, Sunway College Ipoh, Sunway College Kuching and Sunway College, Johor Bahru.

Winners will be selected by a special panel of judges comprising representatives from the Ministry of Education, teachers from the Sunway Education Group Centre for English Language Studies (CELS) and Ms. Margaret Hall, Past President and Executive Committee Member of The Oxford and Cambridge Society.

The first prize consists of RM5,000 in cash, a Sunway bursary worth RM16,000, 10,000 Sunway PALS Points, an award certificate and a trophy.

The second prize – RM3,000 in cash, a Sunway bursary worth RM12,000, 10,000 Sunway PALS Points, an award certificate and a trophy.

The third prize – RM1,000 in cash, a Sunway bursary worth           RM 8,000, 10,000 Sunway PALS Points, an award certificate and a trophy.

There are also 10 consolation prizes to be won, each consisting of RM500 in cash, a Sunway bursary worth RM5,000, 10,000 Sunway PALS Points, an award certificate and a medal.

The bursary can be used as tuition fee waiver for any pre-university programmes at Sunway College in Sunway City Kuala Lumpur.

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The final day for entry is 8 May

This year, we invite the bright young Malaysian minds to submit their reflections on the theme ‘Nation-Building’.

Notable entries stand a chance of winning up to RM172,000 in Sunway bursaries* and RM28,000 worth of prizes! ​

As an integral part of our flagship #SunwayforGood CSR initiatives under the Education pillar, the competition is open to all secondary students nationwide studying the national syllabus.

Applicants may enter one of the two categories: Category A (for Form 1 to Form 3) and Category B (for From 4 to 5). ​

Seize the opportunity to be rewarded for your skill and vision! The final day for entry is 8 May. To learn more, visit https://www.sunway.com.my/essay/ .

The Unique Burial of a Child of Early Scythian Time at the Cemetery of Saryg-Bulun (Tuva)

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In 1988, the Tuvan Archaeological Expedition (led by M. E. Kilunovskaya and V. A. Semenov) discovered a unique burial of the early Iron Age at Saryg-Bulun in Central Tuva. There are two burial mounds of the Aldy-Bel culture dated by 7th century BC. Within the barrows, which adjoined one another, forming a figure-of-eight, there were discovered 7 burials, from which a representative collection of artifacts was recovered. Burial 5 was the most unique, it was found in a coffin made of a larch trunk, with a tightly closed lid. Due to the preservative properties of larch and lack of air access, the coffin contained a well-preserved mummy of a child with an accompanying set of grave goods. The interred individual retained the skin on his face and had a leather headdress painted with red pigment and a coat, sewn from jerboa fur. The coat was belted with a leather belt with bronze ornaments and buckles. Besides that, a leather quiver with arrows with the shafts decorated with painted ornaments, fully preserved battle pick and a bow were buried in the coffin. Unexpectedly, the full-genomic analysis, showed that the individual was female. This fact opens a new aspect in the study of the social history of the Scythian society and perhaps brings us back to the myth of the Amazons, discussed by Herodotus. Of course, this discovery is unique in its preservation for the Scythian culture of Tuva and requires careful study and conservation.

Keywords: Tuva, Early Iron Age, early Scythian period, Aldy-Bel culture, barrow, burial in the coffin, mummy, full genome sequencing, aDNA

Information about authors: Marina Kilunovskaya (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Vladimir Semenov (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Candidate of Historical Sciences. Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences. Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail: [email protected] Varvara Busova  (Moscow, Russian Federation).  (Saint Petersburg, Russian Federation). Institute for the History of Material Culture of the Russian Academy of Sciences.  Dvortsovaya Emb., 18, Saint Petersburg, 191186, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Kharis Mustafin  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Technical Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Irina Alborova  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Candidate of Biological Sciences. Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected] Alina Matzvai  (Moscow, Russian Federation). Moscow Institute of Physics and Technology.  Institutsky Lane, 9, Dolgoprudny, 141701, Moscow Oblast, Russian Federation E-mail:  [email protected]

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Remember our top six victors from Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2019 ? Here they are, three years later – each a force to be reckoned with!

Themed “humility” for 2022, malaysia’s longest running essay competition returns for the ninth year running, offering prizes worth up to rm200,000 in bursaries and more..

“What changes would you like to see in the Malaysian education system and why?” “What do you envisage as the next big innovation in education?”

Such were the illuminating questions posed to each category of participants of the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2019, with the former addressed to Category A (students in Form 1 to Form 3) participants whereas the latter, participants in Category B (students in Form 4 and Form 5).

Sharing their rawest thoughts and opinions revolving around the theme of education transformation, these winners of the 2019 class were prudently selected among the nation’s best young essayists, undergoing a meticulous process involving the expert team of Oxford & Cambridge Society Malaysia headed by Margaret Hall.

Three years later today, our Category A champions have blossomed into fine young ladies fresh out of secondary school, with Abel who is now 19 years of age while both Asfa and Luqman are embarking on their 20’s, respectively.

The Power of Three

Arianna Saiful, a former student of Kolej Yayasan Saad, is an avid believer that passion is lifeblood in essence

“I have always strived to show dedication, conscientiousness and persistence in attaining maximum proficiency in the three main areas of passion in my life: public speaking, debate and writing.”

As someone who has always enjoyed writing, Arianna has always been persistent in improving her writing skills by garnering constructive criticisms from her English teachers as well as peers. Her efforts bore fruition when she won top placement among Form 1 to Form 3 participants nationwide in the 2019 Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition.

“Alhamdulillah I managed to bring bright, warm smiles to faces of loved ones when I emerged victorious. Truly, it is teachers who sow seeds in our youth, bringing a tremendous impact to our future.”

Besides parents and family, Arianna would like to dedicate special thanks to teachers Mr. Kevin Chua and Madam Natrah Husman who encouraged her participation in the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition in the first place.

“Writing isn’t just about stringing random sentences together and creating pretty prose to marvel over. To me, writing is all about communication, capturing the attention of curious readers and conveying a message that will impart them with either knowledge, satisfaction or inspiration – all three forming principles that will leave a great impact on an individual whether they know it or not. To write is to strive for change; present your ideas, opinions, facts and emotions in such a manner that is easily digestible by others and you may see yourself convincing people of things they never thought possible.”

Writing, Breathing, Being a Paradoxical Wonder

Opinionated yet tactful, intuitive yet logic-driven, Ariana’s ways are melded by her late grandmother who was a symbol of altruism and a role model to her

Fueled by her aspiration to enrol in Sunway University following the footsteps of her secondary school seniors at SMK Methodist, Ariana has always been fond of the Sunway-Oxbridge essay competitions, admiring its prestige and what it symbolises.

In fact, she was pleasantly surprised by the essay question posed the-year-of, seeking students to analyse and opine on the state of the then Malaysian education system and suggest potential improvements. Despite confessing that she would have attempted the piece differently today, she is genuinely proud of her fifteen-year-old self for penning a piece which won top merits.

“Writing keeps me alive. It means the world to me, and I view it as something I do mindlessly, like breathing. I write, therefore, I am.”

Citing family as her bedrock, Ariana reminds parents and teachers to support our nation’s talents to the best of their ability

To date, Ariana still channels courage from her competition keepsakes – the trophy on top of her mantelpiece and the mock cheque propped up against her bedroom wall – a daily reminder of her mantra Carpe diem or “S eize the day!”, ensuring she is making every moment count.

Being a creator of all artistic things herself, Ariana implores young writers out there to “draw inspiration from the things that make your heart beat faster, and your soul vibrate” .

Extremely Loud and Incredibly Real

When asked to introduce herself, 18-year-old Harvynna answered with three adjectives – tall, loud and humorous

Though tender-hearted, Harvynna confesses that her 15-year-old self was thoroughly drawn by the essay question, which took over her fear of rejection and secured her participation alongside students from 382 schools nationwide, amounting to a total of 2,772 essay submissions that year.

“It was my first time coming across an essay topic that was so raw, so real, so open. For the first time, I felt as if I could let my guard down and voice out freely on such a disputable matter. The Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition encouraged me to believe that what I have to say is of value. Ever since, I’ve become more confident in speaking up about issues that mean something to me. I’m eternally thankful for this competition as it has opened my eyes and helped me see things in a different light.”

Harvynna recounts delivering her report during the formal assembly at Kolej Yayasan Saad, Malacca, alongside fellow victor Ariana Saiful. Despite the nerves, the girls were both greeted by shining faces of the audience displaying pure, positive encouragement which helped them deliver their report with “beaming faces and utmost confidence” .

“I’ve come to understand that writing is so much more than (a form of expression). Writing is a form of learning. Writing is a way of maturing. Writing garners change. So yes, the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition has helped me realise that the pen truly is mightier than the sword.”

Boisterously Honest, Sabahan Patriot Represents

Besides having an excellent command of English, Abel (they/them) also speaks fluent British Received Pronunciation (RP)

Abel (previously known as Avril) is a State-level debater with quite the reputation amongst the Malaysian debating community who is currently enjoying a break from academia to “sow their wild oats”, working towards establishing a career in the entertainment field on top of tying loose ends to their debut novel – a piece penned to hopefully do their beloved state of Sabah and fellow brethren justice.

Hailing from the small town of Keningau, Sabah, Abel of SMK Ken Hwa (CF) was beyond proud to be the sole victor from East Malaysia that year, as entailed by their two-week celebration in Kota Kinabalu amidst the thick of Kaamatan Festival after.

While not indulging in artistic pursuits, Abel simply enjoys a good book and a cup of tea

Abel’s local community was equally over the moon with this triumph, as seen by people flocking over to comment on a teacher’s congratulatory post on Facebook in resounding acknowledgement.

“Someone commented that I was akin to a Thai bird’s eye chili — small but packs a mean punch. Another impactful remark came from a debate competitor: ‘You were a bit dramatic but you deserved it.’”

Fast forward three years to present day, 19-year-old Abel still perceives the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition as “an outlet to let out that inner essayist cum critic, writing without any sort of remorse or feeling as if there’s a devil whispering into one’s ears ”, believing that their newfound maturity will help ground their thoughts better in producing a more sophisticated write-up.

Besides amplifying their vigor, winning the competition has also allowed Abel to broaden their options when it comes to tertiary education.

Storyteller Extraordinaire

(L-R) 20-year-old Asfa Nisha binti Basheer Ali in present day alongside her 17-year-old self, dressed smartly in her school uniform and holding up her trophy from winning Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2019

Tapping into the fictitious yet magical splendour that is the world of fantasy video games and Japanese anime, Asfa attests that she has always favoured writing as her preferred medium of expression.

What started off as a fervent attempt to beef up her college applications transformed into hard-earned validation, even paving Asfa’s entryway from SMK Seksyen 4 Bandar Kinrara in Selangor to Foundation studies with Sunway College and kept her mind off financial woes during her developing years as a college freshman.

While she is not exploring video games, Asfa is learning to view the world with compassion

Unlike movies and manga where one is able to analyse a character’s expression or the current setting to comprehend the context, Asfa is mostly marveled by how written works lack fundamental tenets that make up for context, objectively placing readers at the mercy of the author.

“This is arguably one of the reasons why I think (writing) is so powerful. The lack of complete context allows readers to take any particular message and apply it to their own understanding. Written works such as poems and haikus are influential precisely because of the writer’s unwillingness to flesh out the context of their writing.”

Asfa sincerely wishes her successors the courage to leave their comfort zones, and boldly put themselves out there.

Bonus: Introducing… The One That Got Away

Enter Luqman, who is more than meets the eye

Being the only winner who missed out on the awards-giving ceremony in July 2019 due to a prior commitment, Muhammad Luqman – fondly known as Luke by peers and schoolmates, roped in his grandfather to attend in his stead.

Luqman was fondly amused that his grandfather was the only one not attired in school uniform and clearly out of the age range to go up on stage and receive the prize on his behalf .

Born in Kedah and raised in Kuala Lumpur, Luqman spent his transformative years in Perak at The Malay College Kuala Kangsar (MCKK). He is currently completing his A-levels at Kolej Yayasan UEM (KYUEM) in preparation to pursue a degree in Economics and Politics.

Armed with multiple wins in local essay competitions under his belt, Luqman participated in the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2019 to pitch himself against the nation’s best and objectively assess his writing prowess.

“I decided to join the competition to gauge my ability to write. My exams were also nearing so I used the competition as exercise for my essay-writing. My family and teachers jumped on the crazy train of excitement (upon receiving news that I made top six).”

Despite forgoing the Sunway bursary to attend his current alma mater, Luqman affirms that his feat in the competition has undeniably validated his writing skills, cementing his belief that writing is an optimal avenue to express his ideas outside debate.

Ultimately, it sealed his decision to pursue Humanities field, specifically in Economics and History, as his academic pathway.

Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition 2022

Organised in collaboration with the Ministry of Education and the Oxford and Cambridge Society of Malaysia, the Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition is the longest-running and most popular of its kind in the country, aiming to equip secondary-level students with skills such as English proficiency, critical reasoning, creativity, as well as emotional intelligence that will prepare them for their future.

The competition is open to all Malaysian secondary school students studying the national syllabus and this year’s essays will center around the theme of ‘Humility’.

“This competition is part of the Group’s efforts to improve the quality of education in Malaysia, providing a fun and creative platform that allows them to develop a critical and innovative mindset, complete with the soft skills necessary for their future. We believe that we have a social responsibility to help advance the nation’s young minds for the betterment of our community,” said Sunway Group deputy executive chairman Tan Sri Datuk Seri Razman M. Hashim.

This vision has been encapsulated in our #SunwayforGood initiative that comprises three key pillars – education, healthcare and community enrichment. The Sunway-Oxbridge Essay Competition is an extension of that initiative and reflects the commitment we made to uphold the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goal 4: Quality Education.

As per previous years, students will be required to submit their winning entries through the official portal beginning 28 March till 29 April 2022 (by 1.00 pm).

Selected winners from the first round will be invited to the on-site finals – a sit-down written exam at Sunway Education Group institutions across Malaysia.

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Sergei Ryakhovsky (Sergei Vasilyevich Ryakhovsky) a Soviet-Russian serial killer known as the Balashikha Ripper and The Hippopotamus. Ryakhovsky was convicted for the killing of nineteen people in the Moscow area between 1988 and 1993. Ryakhovsky's mainly stabbed or strangulated his victims, he mutilated some bodies, mainly in the genital area. Allegedly Ryakhovsky carried out necrophilic acts on his victims and stole their belongings. Ryakhovsky standing 6’5" tall and weighting 286 pounds, gaining him the nickname, The Hippo. Sergei Ryakhovsky died on January 21st 2005 from untreated tuberculosis while serving his life sentence in prison.

Sergei Ryakhovsky Serial Killer Profile

Serial Killer Sergei Ryakhovsky (aka) the Balashikha Ripper, The Hippopotamus, was active for 6 years between 1988-1993 , known to have ( 19 confirmed / 19 possible ) victims. This serial killer was active in the following countries: Russia

Sergei Ryakhovsky was born on December 29th 1962 in Balashikha, Moscow Oblast, Soviet Union. He had a physically defect. During his education he had academic, social or discipline problems including being teased or picked on.

Sergei Ryakhovsky a necrophile male citizen of Russia.

Prior to his spree he had killed, commited crimes, and served time in jail.

In 1988 (Age 25/26) Sergei Ryakhovsky started his killing spree, during his crimes as a serial killer he was known to rob, commit acts of necrophilia , torture , strangle , rape , mutilate, and murder his victims.

He was arrested on April 13th 1993 (Age 30), sentenced to death by firing squad at a maximum-security penal colony in Solikamsk, Perm Oblast, Russia. He was convicted on charges of murder and other possible charges during his lifetime.

Sergei Ryakhovsky died on January 21st 2005 (Age 42), cause of death: natural causes, untreated tuberculosis at a maximum-security penal colony in Solikamsk, Perm Oblast, Russia.

Profile Completeness: 62%

Sergei Ryakhovsky has been listed on Killer.Cloud since November of 2016 and was last updated 4 years ago.

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Rape is usually defined as having sexual intercourse with a person who does not want to, or cannot consent.

( 60 killers ) NECROPHILIAC

Necrophilia, also called thanatophilia, is a sexual attraction or sexual act involving corpses. Serial Killer Necrophiliacs have been known to have sex with the body of their victim(s).

( 89 killers ) TORTURER

Torture is when someone puts another person in pain. This pain may be physical or psychological. Tourturers touture their victims.

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Strangulation is death by compressing the neck until the supply of oxygen is cut off. Stranglers kill by Strangulation.

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External References

• Sergei Ryakhovsky on en.wikipedia.org , Retrieved on Sep 18, 2018 .
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• Q372816 on www.wikidata.org , Retrieved on Oct 9, 2018 .

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