Murum rep: Supporting STEM today is an investment for tomorrow's leaders
BELAGA (July 21): Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) education has a long-term impact on Sarawak's human capital development, said Murum assemblyman Kennedy Chukpai Ugon.
Speaking at the closing ceremony of the Sabati-Petros STEM Carnival held at SK Batu Keling Parent-Teacher Association Hall in the Bakun Resettlement Scheme, Sungai Asap on Saturday, he lauded the collaboration between the Association of Wives of Ministers and Deputy Ministers Sarawak (Sabati) and Petroleum Sarawak Berhad (Petros).
'This STEM-focused initiative is not just about education; it is about preparing our children for the future. The collaboration between Sabati and Petros is a strategic investment in nurturing a technologically literate, innovative and competitive generation,' he said.
He said such partnerships were vital in bridging the education gap for students in rural areas such as Sungai Asap, giving them exposure to science and technology often limited in their communities.
'This kind of forward-thinking cooperation should be emulated by other charitable organizations and corporate bodies. By supporting STEM education, we are investing in the minds that will lead our nation tomorrow.'
Chukpai also expressed his appreciation to the organizers and commended their efforts in making the carnival a success, as it served as a platform for students to engage in hands-on STEM activities and discover the relevance of science and technology in everyday life.
Also present were the carnival's programme coordinator for DUN N66 Cynthia Serah Emang, Belaga District Education Office representative Andrew Bang and SK Batu Keling headmaster Apoi Job Ngerong. Kennedy Chukpai Ugon lead Petros sabati STEM education
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