Monash U Malaysia apologizes for saying ‘No to Bersih 5’ but what kind of an apology is that? Wait and see if there is a boycott of Monash U Malaysia…

Posted on November 16, 2016 by weehingthong

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17 Nov 2016

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Monash University Malaysia said its email warning students of disciplinary action if found attending “illegal gatherings” was only a reminder to adhere to laws.

Curtin University Sarawak also issued a similar warning to its students and staff members.

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Statement

17 Nov 2016, 8.20am

Monash University provides an unreserved apology for the wording of the recently issued communication to Monash University Malaysia students regarding illegal gatherings. The communication did not properly convey the intent of the message. The intent of the message was to remind students that taking part in unlawful assembly is contrary to the laws of Malaysia, and students need to be aware of the consequences of undertaking unlawful activities. Students who do participate in such activities may be subjected to criminal charges by the Malaysian authorities, and as such students need to consider carefully their participation in such events.
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Monash stands firm in our care for the wellbeing of all our students, regardless of which country they study in, and our encouragement is to always observe and respect local laws.
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16 Nov 2016, 5pm

Dear Students

Some of you have asked for more information regarding a recent notice sent to students.
Firstly, the welfare of all our Monash Malaysia students is of paramount importance to us.
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We want you to be safe, happy and as successful in your studies and student life as possible. At the same time, we also want you to be aware of and abide by local laws and considerations.
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At Monash Malaysia, we are committed to our core values of nurturing global citizens who are empowered to serve our national and global communities. We believe our students will demonstrate maturity, and act with responsibility and integrity in this regard.
Regards Monash University Malaysia

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. apologises for ‘illegal gathering’ email, says it’s only a reminder

Monash University Malaysia said its email warning students of disciplinary action if found attending “illegal gatherings” was only a reminder to adhere to laws.

It also apologised for the “wording” of the email, which comes days before the Bersih 5 rally this Saturday.

“Monash University provides an unreserved apology for the wording of the recently issued communication to Monash University Malaysia students regarding illegal gatherings.

“The communication did not properly convey the intent of the message.

“The intent of the message was to remind students that taking part in unlawful assembly is contrary to the laws of Malaysia, and students need to be aware of the consequences of undertaking unlawful activities,” it said in a statement.
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In its later statement, Monash also urged students to “carefully consider their participation in such events”. It added that it encourages respect of local laws as it “cares for the wellbeing of all of (its) students”.

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15 Nov 2016

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4h4 hours ago

. warns students of action if attending ‘illegal rally’

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Private unis to act on students who join ‘illegal gatherings’

Monash University Malaysia and Curtin University Sarawak Malaysia have warned their students that action could be taken against them for participating in “illegal gatherings”.

Students from both institutions have informed Malaysiakini that the notices were received through email over the past two days.

“You are advised not to participate in any illegal gathering/related activity which contravenes Malaysian laws.

“Any student found to be participating in such gathering/activity or who is arrested by authorities for doing so may be subjected to disciplinary proceedings,” said the Monash University registrar Susheela Nair in the email.

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