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Aspire to become a doctor? Then this workshop is for you

  • March 1, 2023
  • by editorial

How does one apply to enter medical school? Can I be a doctor but still have a work-life balance? What…

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Afyq’s life as an Imperial student in the day, Spotify artist by night fall

  • September 29, 2022
  • by editorial

Although physics and music are two wildly separate fields, Queen’s lead guitarist and astrophysicist Brian May proved to us that…

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Events KYSER

Merdeka special – protect and build Malaysia so we will always have a home

  • August 31, 2022
  • by editorial

This Merdeka month, three KYSERs Azeem Abu Bakar (2007), Marisa Razeek (2003) and Khairina Khairil Anuar (2001) address the KYS…

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5 things to know about securing a place in Oxford & Cambridge

  • July 31, 2022
  • by Tariq Natasmi

Missed the forum earlier? Not to worry, we have compiled a short summary of the key take aways. The 5…

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5 Things To Know About Applying To US Universities

  • July 2, 2022
  • by Tariq Natasmi

Missed the forum earlier? Not to worry, we have compiled a 2-minute summary of the key take aways. The 5…

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Choosing the right Pre-U programme

  • June 18, 2022
  • by Tariq Natasmi

In collaboration with: Get There is collaborating with Base Initiative with this year’s Pre-University Pathways webinar! Meet The Speakers Wan…

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#GreatHeights KYSER

Qualifying To Top Universities In The United States

  • June 11, 2022
  • by Tariq Natasmi

Puteri Hannah Amran Kolej Yayasan Saad class of 2019, Kolej Yayasan UEM class of 2022, received offers from Wharton University,…

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#GreatHeights KYSER

Webinar: Scholarship and Interview Tips 2022

  • May 19, 2022
  • by Tariq Natasmi

Meet The Speakers Subhashini A/P Ramis Kolej Yayasan Saad class of 2020, Taylors College class of June 2023 under Bank…

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Opinion

A Journey Beyond Writing: My Cemerlang Experience

  • August 31, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories for high achievers by following our Telegram channel here. In February 2021, Cemerlang took…

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#GreatHeights Character KYSER

From College Corridors to The Aisle, Stories of 3 Power Couples

  • August 18, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Couple’s Day Special Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories for high achievers by following our Telegram channel here. It is…

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#GreatHeights Character

Cemerlang’s Career Launchpad: Actuarial Science & Finance

  • July 19, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories on education pathways, career development, special insights, exclusive interviews, KYSER & KYS news…

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Events KYSER

[PSA] Reef-Liable: How We Can Save Our Coral Reefs!

  • July 18, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories on education pathways, career development, special insights, exclusive interviews, KYSER & KYS news…

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Opinion

Rethinking Scholarships

  • July 18, 2021
  • by editorial

By Pavithran Ilangko Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories on education pathways, career development, special insights, exclusive interviews, KYSER…

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KYSER

[PSA] #KitakanSerumpun: A Youth-led Initiative For B40 Families

  • July 8, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

A team from Exiveros, Class of 2019, has just launched a charity project under KYSER in collaboration with IQLAS Care,…

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Career & Ventures KYSER

Cemerlang’s Career Launchpad: Medicine

  • July 5, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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Kopi Series 9: Computer Science – Launchpad to Become a Tech Titan

  • June 24, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories on education pathways, career development, special insights, exclusive interviews, KYSER & KYS news…

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#GreatHeights KYSER

Hazim’s Journey Towards MIT and The World Bank Part 2

  • June 17, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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#GreatHeights KYSER

Hazim’s Journey Towards MIT and The World Bank Part 1

  • June 16, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories on education pathways, career development, special insights, exclusive interviews, KYSER & KYS news…

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KYS KYSER

List of Overseas and Local Scholarships and Where to Apply

  • June 13, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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Kopi Series 8: Pre-University Pathways Explained

  • June 13, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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#GreatHeights KYSER

KYSER Kopi Series 7 – Scholarship & Interview Tips

  • May 25, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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KYSER Opinion

[UPDATED] Liyana Farzana, Class 2006 launches a petition for Clearer Vaccination Info for Pregnant Mothers

  • May 24, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

“All we know is that we’re considered a high-risk group, and that the Pfizer vaccine is suitable for those between…

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#GreatHeights Character KYSER

Not your average G. I. Joe: Suhanraj’s Military Journey Part 2

  • May 23, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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#GreatHeights Character KYSER

Not your average G. I. Joe: Suhanraj’s Military Journey Part 1

  • May 22, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

From KYS to West Point to glory. The remarkable story of Suhanraj’s fearless endeavour in the world of military. In part 1 we look at how it all began…

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#GetThere Opinion

Tackling Mental Health & Burnout

  • May 16, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Stay updated with the latest intriguing stories on education pathways, career development, special insights, exclusive interviews, KYSER & KYS news…

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Character

[PSA] The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2021

  • May 11, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

Public service announcement (PSA) The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition is the world’s oldest international writing competition for schools, established in…

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How Students Celebrate Eid Around The World

  • May 9, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

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#GetThere KYSER Opinion

Ultimate Guide to Medical School After SPM

  • May 3, 2021
  • by Naylee Zamri

To be a doctor is no walk in the park and thinking about attending medical school based on that Grey’s Anatomy episode you watched last night may not be the wisest idea.

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To lose something before you’re even ready

  • April 19, 2026
  • by editorial

By Nur Irdina Amani binti Imran What does it mean to lose something you love before you’re ready? To watch…

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KYSER Opinion

KYSER President’s Raya Address 

  • March 27, 2026
  • by editorial

Fellow KYSERs, ladies and gentlemen First and foremost, Selamat Hari Raya Aidilfitri to all our alumni members around the world….

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Community

One visit, two nations

  • March 27, 2026
  • by editorial

By Ahmad Aqif Luqman bin Fauzi “We are more alike, my friends, than we are unalike.” – Maya Angelou These…

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Opinion

Are we robotising humans and humanising robots?

  • February 28, 2026
  • by editorial

By Nur Lana Zahra binti Mohd Farit In this modern technological world, I can’t bear to dwell in the dilemma…

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How KYS tech whiz Arsyan’s long game led to an RM275mil AI.com sale

  • February 10, 2026
  • by editorial

Long before artificial intelligence became a global obsession, Arsyan Ismail was already earning a reputation as a computer prodigy among…

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Opinion

Every story is different, and some are just misunderstood.

  • January 31, 2026
  • by editorial

By Amni Humaira binti Anuar “Are people born wicked? Or is wickedness thrust upon them?” The central line of the…

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Character

All the world’s a stage: A Shakespeare Night

  • January 23, 2026
  • by editorial

By Nur Sorfeena Basirah binti Mohd Hairul Shah “All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely…

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Sports

Mind over miles

  • January 18, 2026
  • by editorial

By Tuan Mikhail bin Tuan Azizan Suhazaimi As the sun rose over the horizon and peeked through the thick clouds,…

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Events

Aliff Adam Zulkifli takes helm as KYSER president after decisive win

  • January 18, 2026
  • by editorial

Aliff Adam Zulkifli, class of 2005, was elected president of the Kolej Yayasan Saad Ex-Residents Association (KYSER) following a decisive…

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Character

3 Things I’ve learnt from butterflies

  • December 3, 2025
  • by editorial

By Nur Nadhirah Sofia binti Mohd Farid I’ve always wondered, why is it called the butterfly effect? Why not the…

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