Ceramic, Art

• Associate Professor / Dean – Faculty of Creative Arts（2025 – Present）
• Chairman – NEUC-CMEI（2024 – Present）
• Head of Department – Government Relations & Quality Assurance（2022 – Present）
• Assistant Professor / Dean – Faculty of Art and Design（2022 – 2024）
• Senior Lecturer – Faculty of Art and Design（2018 – 2022）
• DVA Programme Coordinator – Faculty of Art and Design（2019 – 2022）
• Lecturer – Faculty of Art and Design, New Era University College（2017 – 2022）
• Lecturer – Faculty of Art and Design, New Era College（2003 – 2016）
• Lecturer – Department of Art and Design, INTEC College（2001 – 2003）
• Lecturer – Department of Art and Design, Central Academy of Art（1997 – 2001）
• MQA-related Involvement – Involved in academic quality assurance and programme accreditation. Designed and prepared documentation (LAN–TC-01, MQA-01, and MQA-02) for programme approvals at New Era College and New Era University College. Contributed to the successful submission of more than 50 academic programmes, ranging from certificate to PhD levels, including international collaborative programmes with universities in the UK, Taiwan, and China.

ACADEMIC AND ADMINISTRATIVE POSITIONS

1. Dean of the Faculty of Creative Arts (2025)
   • Oversees the faculty’s academic and administrative functions, ensuring program quality and relevance.
   • Provides strategic leadership to foster innovation, collaboration, and support for faculty and student growth.
2. Chairman of NEUC–CMEI (2024–present)
   • Leads initiatives to promote understanding, collaboration, and unity among diverse communities.
   • Develops programs, organizes events, and fosters dialogue that celebrates cultural diversity and addresses shared challenges.
3. Chairperson of VIVA Examination at NEUC (2024–present)
   • Responsible for overseeing the conduct of oral examinations, ensuring fairness and academic integrity.
   • Guides the panel in evaluating students’ research presentations and defenses.
4. Vice-Chairman of Welfare Committee (2024)
   • Plans general welfare activities for staff.
   • Creates a healthy work environment and promotes good relations among employees.
5. Head of Government Relations Office (2022–present)
   • Engages strategically with government bodies and policymakers to advance institutional goals, foster collaboration, secure program support, and ensure regulatory compliance.
   • Translates and proofreads NEUC documents to ensure accuracy, clarity, and consistency in both language and academic standards.
6. NEUC Quality Assurance Unit Committee Member (2020)
   • Reviews MQA document submissions to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with accreditation standards.
7. Advisor of Art and Design Society (2019–2020)
   • Provides advice, suggestions, and assistance to students in implementing society activities.
8. NEC–NEUC Upgrading Committee (2010–2014)
   • Assisted in preparing documentation for the successful upgrading of New Era College to New Era University College.
   • Contributed to regulatory submissions, compliance checks, and academic programme documentation.

• Ceramic Tutor (2025, 2024, 2017, 2010)
  The University of the Third Age, a program under the Lifelong Learning for Older Malaysians, Institute of Gerontology, University Putra Malaysia.

• Committee Member (2005–present)
  Organisation: Persatuan Artis Malaysia

• 2025–2026 – Sejarah Terjemahan Karya Sastera Bahasa Melayu–Bahasa Cina: Arkeologi dan Dampak
  Role: Co-researcher / Editor
  Publisher: Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) & New Era University College (NEUC)
• 2024–2025 – Prosiding Persidangan Interaksi Antara Tamadun Islam, Melayu, dan Tionghoa di Asia Tenggara
  Role: Chief Editor
  Publisher: New Era University College (NEUC)

PUBLICATIONS

1. Raha Jaafar, Azizan Othman, Widura Abd. Kadir, Prosiding Persidangan Interaksi Antara Tamadun Islam, Melayu, dan Tionghoa di Asia Tenggara, 2025.
2. Azizan Othman, Mok Soon Chong, Raha Jaafar, Nur Amira Mohammad Azman, “The Use of Chinese as a Medium of Instruction in Private Higher Education Institutions in Malaysia: A Qualitative Exploration.” The International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Sciences, 2025.
3. Noor Hafiza Ismail, Hamdzun Haron, Nor Afian Yusof, Raha Jaafar, Azizan Othman, “Exploring Wood Carving Motifs: The Minbar of Ulul Albab Mosque.” The International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, Human Resource Management Academic Research Society, 2024.
4. Azizan Othman, Mok Soon Chong, Raha Jaafar, Hamdzun Haron, “Implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE) among Chinese-Medium Students at New Era University College.” The International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 2024.
5. Raha Jaafar, Lew Bon Hooi, Azizan Othman, & Hamdzun Haron, “Chinese Culture Acculturation in The Design of Masjid Lama Machap.” The International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, Human Resource Management Academic Research Society, 2023.
6. Navaratnam Vejaratnam, Izwan Harith Md Ithnan, Foo Loke Min, Heng Han Kok, Hafatin Natrah Md Noh@Safar, Raha Jaafar, “Factors Influencing Intention to Accept Mobile E-Wallet Among Senior Citizens in Klang Valley, Malaysia.” Business Management and Social Sciences Conference Proceedings, 2023.
7. Raha Jaafar, Lew Bon Hooi, Azizan Othman, & Hamdzun Haron, “The Acculturation of Chinese Culture in The Design of Masjid Kampung Hulu.” The International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, Human Resource Management Academic Research Society, 2022.
8. Raha Jaafar, Lew Bon Hooi, Azizan Othman, Hamdzun Haron, & Nor Afian Yusof, “Design of Masjid Kampung Keling and Acculturation of Chinese Culture.” The International Journal of Academic Research in Business and Social Sciences, Human Resource Management Academic Research Society, 2022.
9. [Book Review] Raha Jaafar, “Mosque Architecture in The Malay World by Abdul Halim Nasir.” The Malaysian Journal of Chinese Studies, New Era University College, 2021.

PROFESSIONAL AND TRANSLATION EXPERIENCE

• 2012 – Present: Translator for academic papers by individual authors — Translating and transcribing Bahasa Malaysia texts into English, and vice versa. (NEUC, UKM)
• 2000 – 2002: Translator for Tempur and Perajurit magazines — Translating Bahasa Malaysia texts into English. (Rias Suasana Sdn. Bhd.; Syed Hussain Publications Sdn. Bhd.)

CONFERENCE / SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS

• 2025- [Corresponding Author] Student perception and pedagogical implication of generative AI in digital storyboarding: A case study at New Era University College, International Conference on AI and Education for Sustainable Futures (TTLC2025), Subang Jaya, Malaysia.
• 2023-[Corresponding Author/Paper Presenter] Akulturasi Budaya Cina Dalam Reka Bentuk Masjid Lama Machap, Persidangan Antarabangsa: Interaksi Antara Tamadun Islam, Melayu Dan Tionghoa Di Asia Tenggara (ITIMT@Newera), organized by New Era University College.

1. Doctor of Philosophy in Art, Design and Creative Media
   Level: PhD
   Type of Award: Provisional Accreditation
2. Master of Art, Design and Creative Media by Research
   Level: Master’s Degree
   Type of Award: Provisional Accreditation
3. Master of Art, Design and Creative Media (Coursework)
   Level: Master’s Degree
   Type of Award: Provisional Accreditation
4. Bachelor of Healthcare Management (Honours)
   Level: Degree
   Type of Award: Provisional Accreditation
   Collaboration Partner: Newton International College
5. Bachelor of Law Enforcement (Honours)
   Level: Degree
   Type of Award: Full Accreditation
   Collaboration Partner: Newton International College
6. BA (Hons) in Interior Architecture
   Level: Degree
   Type of Award: In Progress
7. BA (Hons) in Interactive Digital Media Design
   Level: Degree
   Type of Award: In Progress

1. 2017 – Quiet Pride Lecturer Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: White Room Gallery, New Era University College (NEUC)
2. 2013 – Clay Talk Ceramics Exhibition
   Role: Coordinator / Participant
   Place: White Room Gallery, NEUC
3. 2009 – Raku Workshop
   Role: Coordinator
   Place: Ceramic Workshop, NEUC
4. 2007 – Art@NEC Exhibition
   Role: Coordinator / Participant
   Place: Badan Warisan, Kuala Lumpur
5. 2007 – Open Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Shah Alam Gallery
6. 2007 – Ceramics at Heart (Group Exhibition)
   Role: Participant
   Place: Artalk Gallery, Bangsar
7. 2006 – Bowl Over Ceramics Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Badan Warisan, Kuala Lumpur
8. 2004 – Group Ceramic Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Intec College, Kuala Lumpur
9. 2003 – Group Art Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Intec College, Kuala Lumpur
10. 2001 – Earth & Fire Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: CAA Kuala Lumpur
11. 2001 – Art Pottery Exhibition & Competition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Shah Alam Central
12. 2000–2001 – Arts Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Bank Negara, Kuala Lumpur
13. 2000 – Clay Inspiration
    Role: Participant
    Place: CAA Kuala Lumpur
14. 2000 – Space & Spirit Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Kulim High-Tech, Kedah
15. 1997 – Pekan Seni Ipoh
    Role: Participant
    Place: Ipoh
16. 1996 – Central of Arts Attraction Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: CAA Kuala Lumpur
17. 1996 – Visi Seni Ceramics Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Bank Negara Malaysia
18. 1996 – Malaysia–Japan Ceramics Artist Exchange Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Japan Cultural Center, Kuala Lumpur
19. 1994 – Malaysia–Japan Ceramics Artist Exchange Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Japan Cultural Center, Kuala Lumpur

1. 2025 – Art For Healing: The Therapeutic Benefits of Creating and Viewing Art
   Collaborators: Juhanita Jiman, Azlin Suzana Abu Aman
2. 2025 – Student Perception and Pedagogical Implication of Generative AI in Digital Storyboarding: A Case Study at New Era University College
   Collaborators: Khairul Yusri Zamri, Huda Omar
3. 16–20 June 2025 – Arts and Design Week, New Era University College (NEUC)
4. 22 November 2024 – Simposium: Evolusi Bahasa Dahulu, Kini dan Masa Hadapan
5. 6–10 July 2024 – Art Bridge International Art Camp 2024
6. 16–17 September 2023 – Persidangan Antarabangsa: Interaksi Antara Tamadun Islam, Melayu dan Tionghoa di Asia Tenggara (ITIMT@Newera)
   Role: Convener, Moderator, Presenter
   Title of Paper: Akulturasi Budaya Cina Dalam Reka Bentuk Masjid Lama Machap
7. October 2022 – Seminar at NEUC Graduate School
   Title of Paper: Malaysian Mosque Architecture: Research Approaches
8. 2022 – Signs and Symbols: An In-Depth Study of Southeast Asian Mosque Design
9. 2022 – The Acculturation of Chinese Design Style on Malacca Traditional Mosque: A Comparative Study of Masjid Kampung Hulu, Masjid Kampung Keling and Masjid Lama Machap
10. April 1996 – Malaysia–Japan Ceramic Artists Exchange
11. 1995 – Studio Ceramic in Malaysia
12. July 1994 – Festival Tamadun Islam Sedunia
13. April 1994 – Malaysia–Japan Ceramic Artists Exchange

1. 2025, 2024, 2017, 2010
   Title: Ceramic – Public Workshop for The University of the Third Age, a program under “Lifelong Learning for Older Malaysians.”
   Host Institution: Institute of Gerontology, Universiti Putra Malaysia
2. 2021
   Title: Umrah, Virtual Travel Experience – NEUC Mid-Autumn Festival Celebration
   Host Institution: NEUC Welfare Group
3. 2020
   Title: The Acculturation of Chinese Design Style on Malacca Traditional Mosque: A Comparative Study of Masjid Kampung Hulu, Masjid Kampung Keling and Masjid Lama Machap – Tan Kai Hee and Tan Siow Eng Award Ceremony
   Host Institution: NEUC Graduate School
4. 2020
   Title: The Acculturation of Chinese Design Style on Malacca Traditional Mosque: A Comparative Study of Masjid Kampung Hulu, Masjid Kampung Keling and Masjid Lama Machap – Graduate Research Seminar
   Host Institution: NEUC Graduate School
5. 2018
   Title: Ceramic – Public Workshop
   Host Institution: Department of Business, New Era University College (NEUC)
6. 2014
   Title: Ceramic – Kem Kebudayaan Tionghua ke-11 Peringkat Kebangsaan
   Host Institution: New Era College (NEC)
7. 2013
   Title: Garbage Enzyme
   Host Institution: Media Department, New Era College (NEC)
8. 2012
   Title: Bahasa Malaysia for Foreigners
   Host Institution: English Department, New Era College (NEC)
9. 2011
   Title: Ceramic – Seminar Motivasi Persatuan Tionghua
   Host Institution: SMK Cheras Jaya

ACADEMIC APPOINTMENTS, PRIZES & AWARDS

• 2024 – Beneficiary of Prof. Toh Lam Seng and Prof. Chua Ser Koon Research Fund
  Institution: Prof. Toh Lam Seng and Prof. Chua Ser Koon Research Fund

• 2021 – NEUC Teaching Excellence Award
  Institution: New Era University College

• 2020 – Awardee of the Tan Kai Hee Award
  Institution: Tan Kai Hee Award

• 2019 – NEUC Teaching Excellence Award
  Institution: New Era University College

• 2001 – Art Pottery Competition
  Institution: Alam Central

• 1997 – Pertandingan Karya Seni Kreatif Kebangsaan
  Institution: Permodalan Nasional Berhad

• 1994 – National Ceramic Calligraphy Contest
  Institution: Perbadanan Kemajuan Ekonomi Negeri Johor

1. 2017 – Quiet Pride Lecturer Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: White Room Gallery, New Era University College (NEUC)
2. 2013 – Clay Talk Ceramics Exhibition
   Role: Coordinator / Participant
   Place: White Room Gallery, NEUC
3. 2009 – Raku Workshop
   Role: Coordinator
   Place: Ceramic Workshop, NEUC
4. 2007 – Art@NEC Exhibition
   Role: Coordinator / Participant
   Place: Badan Warisan, Kuala Lumpur
5. 2007 – Open Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Shah Alam Gallery
6. 2007 – Ceramics at Heart (Group Exhibition)
   Role: Participant
   Place: Artalk Gallery, Bangsar
7. 2006 – Bowl Over Ceramics Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Badan Warisan, Kuala Lumpur
8. 2004 – Group Ceramic Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Intec College, Kuala Lumpur
9. 2003 – Group Art Exhibition
   Role: Participant
   Place: Intec College, Kuala Lumpur
10. 2001 – Earth & Fire Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: CAA Kuala Lumpur
11. 2001 – Art Pottery Exhibition & Competition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Shah Alam Central
12. 2000–2001 – Arts Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Bank Negara, Kuala Lumpur
13. 2000 – Clay Inspiration
    Role: Participant
    Place: CAA Kuala Lumpur
14. 2000 – Space & Spirit Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Kulim High-Tech, Kedah
15. 1997 – Pekan Seni Ipoh
    Role: Participant
    Place: Ipoh
16. 1996 – Central of Arts Attraction Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: CAA Kuala Lumpur
17. 1996 – Visi Seni Ceramics Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Bank Negara Malaysia
18. 1996 – Malaysia–Japan Ceramics Artist Exchange Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Japan Cultural Center, Kuala Lumpur
19. 1994 – Malaysia–Japan Ceramics Artist Exchange Exhibition
    Role: Participant
    Place: Japan Cultural Center, Kuala Lumpur

2025 — Arts & Design Week
Funding Source: New Era University College and Individual Donors
Amount: RM18,000.00
Collaboration Partners:

• Yellow Compass
• Pins Design Studio
• EG Vision
• TopMix
• Faizal Suhif
• Mohd Bakir Baharom
• Bingka KL
• Minifanfan

2025 — Kongsi Ilmu NEUC–CMEI
Funding Source: New Era University College
Amount: RM5,000.00
Collaboration Partners:

• Dr. Gregory Kiyai, UM
• Dr. Mohammad Alinor bin Abdul Kadir, Penceramah Bebas
• Dr. Zanisah Man, UKM
• Dr. Widura Abd. Kadir, NEUC
• Dr. Raja Rajeswari Seetha Raman, Penceramah Bebas
• Dr. Junior Kimwah, UMS
• Dr. Ng Chwee Fang, UPM

2025 — Forum CMEI: Islam and Confucianism — A Civilizational Dialogue
Funding Source: New Era University College
Amount: RM5,000.00
Collaboration Partners:

• Islam Confucianism Dialogue Society (ICDS)
• Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr. Osman Bakar, IIUM
• Dr. Phar Kim Beng, IIUM
• Professor Emeritus Datuk Dr. Azizan Baharuddin, UM
• Dr. Tee Boon Chuan, UTAR

2024 — SEVO: Simposium Evolusi Bahasa – Dahulu, Kini dan Masa Hadapan
Funding Source: New Era University College
Amount: RM50,000.00
Collaboration Partner: Kementerian Perpaduan Negara Malaysia

2024 — Art Bridge International Art Camp
Funding Source: Teow Chew Association, Klang
Amount: RM150,000.00
Collaboration Partners:

• Malaysia–China Culture & Arts Association
• City Art Gallery Sdn. Bhd.

2023 — ITIMT Conference
(Persidangan Antarabangsa: Interaksi Antara Tamadun Islam, Melayu dan Tionghoa di Asia Tenggara)
Funding Source: New Era University College
Amount: RM100,000.00

2022–present — Art and Design Integration in Kajang (ADIK)
Funding Source: New Era University College
Amount: RM200,000.00
Collaboration Partners:

• Majlis Perbandaran Kajang
• Hospital Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, Kajang
• St. John Ambulans Malaysia, Kawasan Selangor Selatan
• Plaza Metro Kajang
• Snake Association Kajang

2012 — Gila-gila Seni Carnival
Funding Source: New Era College (NEC)
Collaboration Partner: Metro Point Kajang

• 2017 — Supervisor for Internship Collaborative Program
  Collaboration Partner: Bangkok University, Thailand
• 2013 — 3+0 Programmes in Collaboration with the University of the West of England (UWE), Bristol, UK

FACULTY PROMOTIONAL AND ENROLLMENT SUPPORT

• Supported faculty promotional planning with marketing, roadshows, and educational activities to boost student enrollment.
• Cooperate with Newton International College Marketing Department for BLE, BHM, BBA-N Student Intake for NEUC-JKL.

WORKSHOPS

• Ceramic Workshop for the university of the Third Age, a program under the Lifelong Learning for Older Malaysians. Institute of Gerontology, University Putra Malaysia in 2010, 2017, 2024, and 2025.
• 2017-2025:
  Ceramic Workshop for Visiting Schools at NEUC
• 2009-2016:
  Ceramics workshop for visiting schools at NEC.
  Ceramics workshop at selected schools around Peninsular Malaysia.
  Batik workshop for visiting schools at NEC
  Clay for Kids Workshop at Badan Warisan, KL.
  Raku Workshop at Badan Warisan, KL.
  Batik Workshop at Badan Warisan, KL.

MURALS

• 2025 - Mural project at Plaza Metro Kajang, Hospital Tengku Permaisuri Norashikin, and Persatuan Warga Emas Sg. Chua, Kajang.
• 2024 - Mural project at Medan Sate Jalan Sulaiman, Kajang.
• 2023 - Mural project at New Era University College Cafeteria.
• 2018 – Mural project at SMK Raja Lumu, Port Klang.
• 2016 - Mural project at SMK Jln.Bukit, Kajang.
• 2014 - Mural project at Program Pendidikan Khas Integrasi SMK Dato’ Abu Bakar Baginda, Bangi.
• 2014 - Mural project at Rumah Kebajikan Yesuvin Mahligai, in collaboration with SMK Convent Kajang.
• 2014 - Mural project at SJKC Sungai Chua, October-November.
• 2013 - Mural project at Pei Tsin High School, Kudat.
• 2011 - Mural project at SMK Jln.Bukit, Kajang.

FIELD TRIPS

• 2025 - Art to Art, Bangkok, Thailand.
• 2017 - Art to Art, Georgetown, Malaysia.
• 2016 - Art to Art, Bangkok, Thailand.
• 2014 - Art to Art, Georgetown, Malaysia.
• 2013 - Kinabalu Expedition with students and staffs of NEC
• 2011 - Art to Art, Bali, Indonesia.
• 2010 - Art to Art, Beijing, China.
• 2009 - Art to Art, Bangkok, Thailand.
• 2008 - Art to Art, Bangkok, Thailand.