PERSONAL IDENTIFICATION

• NAME                                : MOHAMMAD SYAHRUL ZARIFFE BIN ABU HASAN
• MATRIX NO                     : 220200
• AGE                                     : 21
• GENDER                             : MALE
• STATUS                              : SINGLE
• LEVEL OF EDUCATION  : UNDERGRADUATES
• PROGRAM                        : BACHELOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGMENT
• DATE OF BIRTHDAY     : 28 APRIL 1992
• PLACE OF BIRTH            : HOSPITAL BESAR SUNGAI PETANI
• ADDRESS                          : 8F 207,BSN RESIDENT HALL, UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA,
                                                06010, SINTOK, KEDAH
• HOBBIES                           : FHISING, DRAWING, SINGGING AND PLAYING FOOTBALL
• AMBITION                       : MALAYSIAN ARMED FORCES OFFICERS
• SKILLS                               : LEADERSHIP

BENEFIT OF READING BOOKS

  

1. Mental Stimulation
Studies have shown that staying mentally stimulated can slow the progress of (or possibly even prevent) Alzheimer’s and Dementia, since keeping your brain active and engaged prevents it from losing power. Just like any other muscle in the body, the brain requires exercise to keep it strong and healthy, so the pharase “use it or lose it” is particularly apt when it comes to your mind. Doing puzzles and playing games such as chess have also been found to be helpful with cognitive stimulation.

2. Stress Reduction

No matter how much stress you have at work, in your personal relationships, or countless other issues faced in daily life, it all just slips away when you lose yourself in a great story. A well-written novel can transport you to other realms, while an engaging article will distract you and keep you in the present moment, letting tensions drain away and allowing you to relax.

3. Knowledge

Everything you read fills your head with new bits of information, and you never know when it might come in handy. The more knowledge you have, the better-equipped you are to tackle any challenge you’ll ever face.

Additionally, here’s a bit of food for thought: should you ever find yourself in dire circumstances, remember that although you might lose everything else—your job, your possessions, your money, even your health—knowledge can never be taken from you.

4. Vocabulary Expansion

This goes with the above topic: the more you read, the more words you gain exposure to, and they’ll inevitably make their way into your everyday vocabulary. Being articulate and well-spoken is of great help in any profession, and knowing that you can speak to higher-ups with self-confidence can be an enormous boost to your self-esteem. It could even aid in your career, as those who are well-read, well-spoken, and knowledgeable on a variety of topics tend to get promotions more quickly (and more often) than those with smaller vocabularies and lack of awareness of literature, scientific breakthroughs, and global events.

Reading books is also vital for learning new leaguage, as non-native speakers gain exposure to words used in context, which will ameliorate their own speaking and writing fluency.

5. Memory Improvement

When you read a book, you have to remember an assortment of characters, their backgrounds, ambitions, history, and nuances, as well as the various arcs and sub-plots that weave their way through every story. That’s a fair bit to remember, but brains are marvellous things and can remember these things with relative ease. Amazingly enough, every new memory you creat forges new synapses (brain pathways) and strengthens existing ones, which assists in short-term memory recall as well as stabilizing moods. How cool is that?

6. Stronger Analytical Thinking Skills

Have you ever read an amazing mystery novel, and solved the mystery yourself before finishing the book? If so, you were able to put critical and analytical thinking to work by taking note of all the details provided and sorting them out to determine “whodunnit”.

That same ability to analyze details also comes in handy when it comes to critiquing the plot; determining whether it was a well-written piece, if the characters were properly developed, if the storyline ran smoothly, etc. Should you ever have an opportunity to discuss the book with others, you’ll be able to state your opinions clearly, as you’ve taken the time to really consider all the aspects involved.

7. Improved Focus and Concentration

In our internet-crazed world, attention is drawn in a million different directions at once as we multi-task through every day. In a single 5-minute span, the average person will divide their time between working on a task, checking email, chatting with a couple of people (via gchat, skype, etc.), keeping an eye on twitter, monitoring their smartphone, and interacting with co-workers. This type of ADD-like behaviour causes stress levels to rise, and lowers our productivity.

When you read a book, all of your attention is focused on the story—the rest of the world just falls away, and you can immerse yourself in every fine detail you’re absorbing. Try reading for 15-20 minutes before work (i.e. on your morning commute, if you take public transit), and you’ll be surprised at how much more focused you are once you get to the office.

8. Better Writing Skills

This goes hand-in-hand with the expansion of your vocabulary: exposure to published, well-written work has a noted effect on one’s own writing, as observing the cadence, fluidity, and writing styles of other authors will invariably influence your own work. In the same way that musicians influence one another, and painters use techniques established by previous masters, so do writers learn how to craft prose by reading the works of others.

9. Tranquility

In addition to the relaxation that accompanies reading a good book, it’s possible that the subject you read about can bring about immense inner peace and tranquility. Reading spiritual texts can lower blood pressure and bring about an immense sense of calm, while reading self-help books has been shown to help people suffering from certain mood disorder and mild mental illnesses.

10. Free Entertainment

Though many of us like to buy books so we can annotate them and dog-ear pages for future reference, they can be quite pricey. For low-budget entertainment, you can visit your local library and bask in the glory of the countless tomes available there for free. Libraries have books on every subject imaginable, and since they rotate their stock and constantly get new books, you’ll never run out of reading materials.

If you happen to live in an area that doesn’t have a local library, or if you’re mobility-impaired and can’t get to one easily, most libraries have their books available in PDF or ePub format so you can read them on your e-reader, iPad, or your computer screen. There are also many sources online where you can download free e-books, so go hunting for something new to read!

There’s a reading genre for every literate person on the planet, and whether your tastes lie in classical literature, poetry, fashion magazines, biographies, religious texts, young adult books, self-help guides, street lit, or romance novels, there’s something out there to capture your curiosity and imagination. Step away from your computer for a little while, crack open a book, and replenish your soul for a little while.





MOUNTAIN CLIMBING

The Basics of Mountain Climbing
How to get started in the challenging sport of mountain climbing


 Preparing to Climb Your First Mountain
   Mountain climbing gives the climber an exhilarating experience. However, anyone looking to enter the sport needs to understand that it can be dangerous if you are not prepared for the mountain you plan to take on. You need to plan your experience and you need to have the proper equipment before you set out on your challenge.
Have you heard of the following: glissade, crampons, self-arrest? If you answered ‘no’ then you need some training. If you know one but not all of them, you, too, need to learn the basics. There are several ways you can gain the knowledge you need. The first way is to research. There are many great sites on the web that can give you the basic information you need in regards to equipment, methods, and key terms.
You might also turn to a friend who is an experienced climber. S/he may be willing to spend the needed time with you in order to train you in the proper way to climb a mountain. If you can afford the expense one of the best ways to learn everything you need to know is to join a mountain climbing school. Here you will learn the basics. Most schools also offer walls, usually referred to as a ‘rock wall,’ for you to begin your basic climbing. They will also teach you about the equipment as well as how to use it. Whatever you decide just make certain you are prepared before you undertake your first climb.
When you decide you want to begin this sport, after you have received some basic training, you will need to have the proper gear. Usually you can rent the major items needed. This is often the best way to go as you might decide, after your first or second climb, that the sport is not what you want to perfect after all. If you have rented then you will not lose, what can be, a somewhat large monetary investment.
Although some people do not realize the value of being in shape in order to climb a mountain it is really an important aspect of the sport. You should first hit the gym before trying to climb a mountain. You would be wise to concentrate on some activities to increase your leg strength along with stair climbing. Outside the gym you should increase your running distance. Long hikes will also benefit you.
You should put some effort into planning your climb. It is wise to have a minimum of one other person climbing with you. A small group of climbers is a better option. However, under no circumstances should a person start out alone on a climb.

When you are ready for your first climb you have already learned to use your crampons, how to glissade, the self-arrest position, and how to use the ropes. Make certain you have the needed equipment. This will vary depending on the mountain you plan to challenge. If you plan to spend a day then you will not need a tent, for example. Most people begin with a basic mountain so the items you will need include warm clothing. It is better not to have clothing that is made from cotton. Your most important equipment will be your climbing boots along with crampons. You will need to carry a backpack with basic items such as water, food, and a first-aid kit (at a minimum). You will, of course, need rope. In some areas you will also need a climbing permit. Sometimes these are issued at no cost but often there is a charge involved.
During your initial climbs you should try to start early in the day. Always remember to stay with your group and to stay close to the more experienced climbers. During your trip you should make certain to frequently drink fluids and to keep yourself hydrated. After your first climb is under your belt you will, most likely, be hooked and ready to plan your

CAMPUS SERVICES FACILITIES IN UNIVERSITI UTARA MALAYSIA (UUM)

Computer Laboratories and Wireless Hotspots

    The computer laboratories are used for teaching, learning and research. More than 5,000 PCs are made available for student use and these computers are all linked to the Integrated Sintok Local Area Network (ISLAN). The availability of numerous wireless hotspots throughout the campus is another aspect of the fast-paced ICT development which UUM has embraced. All registered students of UUM are accorded the privilege of owning a personal email account.

Libraries

     The Sultanah Bahiyah Library is a fully automated library as it has in place an integrated library system known as LINTAS (Library Information Technology Automated System). The library has 1,042,871 items in its collections, including 292,538 volumes of printed materials, 654,139 items of non-printed materials and 96,194 items in electronic / digitised form. The library currently subscribes to 29,262 titles from prestigious electronic journals and 42,000 titles from electronic books. Online collections and services have helped to facilitate and promote the use of information by its clients. The online collection is also made available to registered members via the internet, anytime, anywhere.

    

Student Residential Halls

     UUM provides accommodation for almost 22,000 of its students in 15 residential halls; which includes a residential hall for married students. Many of these halls are named after multinational companies. The student residential halls are MAS, TENAGA NASIONAL, TRADEWINDS, PROTON, PETRONAS, EON, SIME DARBY, MISC, TM, PERWAJA, MAYBANK, BANK MUAMALAT, YAYASAN ALBUKHARY, BANK RAKYAT and SME BANK. Each residential hall has its own facilities for students. There are common rooms, a cafeteria, laundry facilities, shops, recreation and sports facilities.


  

Varsity Mall

     UUM is a self-contained campus. As such all the students’ basic needs are catered to in the campus. Most of the modern-day facilities are located centrally at the Varsity Mall. These facilities include banking facilities (BSN, and BIMB), a local Post Office, a Cooperative Bookshop, and a restaurant, which can accommodate up to 350 people at a time. The Mall also has a mini market that supplies stationery, toiletries, groceries and other goods at affordable prices. Located within the Mall premises are 40 shop-lots with a variety of businesses ranging from cyber-centres, hair salons, computer and telecommunication sales and service shops to photocopy service centres. The Varsity Mall is the hub which houses all the basic amenities.

  

University Health Centre

     The University Health Centre provides a comprehensive health service that covers medical and dental treatment, counselling, first aid, surgery, and medication for students and staff. Other facilities include a computerised haematology laboratory, an imaging and diagnostic laboratory, and also paediatric and ante-natal clinical services. Students can obtain medical treatment from a public or state hospital for a nominal charge. However, international students are advised to obtain comprehensive health insurance coverage.


    

Sports and Recreational Facilities

     The university provides several facilities for sports and recreational activities for all students and staff as part of the objective to develop a physically and mentally healthy community. In its quest to develop well-rounded individuals, the University has an extensive array of sports and recreational facilities, which include an Olympicsize swimming pool, a mini-stadium with state-of-theart running track, an archery range, badminton, tennis, basketball, volleyball, rugby, hockey, softball, handball and netball courts as well as football fields.