Sunway: Sunway University's Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) has entered a new phase through partnerships with seven industry players across the arts, media, and creative sectors.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the collaborations were formalised with Sony Malaysia, Malaysian Philharmonic Orchestra (MPO) and Dewan Filharmonik PETRONAS (DFP), Creative Economy Agency of the Republic of Indonesia, Sunway Square Mall, Sunway Lagoon, Euroasia Association of Performing Arts, and Kuala Lumpur City Opera. 'These unique collaborations are shaped by a shared intention to connect education with practice, creating opportunities for students to engage directly with industry through internships, joint projects, workshops and live productions,' the university said.

With its move to the expanded campus at Sunway Square, the faculty begins a new chapter in purpose-built, state-of-the-art facilities. FASS now forms part of a dynamic creative hub enriched by shared spaces, collaborative work environments, and the vibrant flow of people.

Meanwhile, Dean of FASS, Professor Mayco A. Santaella, stated that the move marks an important step forward for the faculty. 'It allows us to situate learning within a broader creative context, where students can engage more directly with the work and the people behind it,' he said.

Sunway University President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Sibrandes Poppema emphasized that strong industry partnerships remain central to preparing students. 'By working closely with industry, we ensure that education remains relevant and grounded in practice,' he said.

The university's statement highlighted that, as a mission-driven fifth-generation institution, Sunway University continues to adapt to a changing education landscape where relevance, openness, and real-world engagement are increasingly important, aligning with the aspirations of the Malaysian Higher Education Blueprint 2026-2035. At Sunway Square, this vision comes to life as FASS fosters meaningful connections between learning and industry, equipping graduates with the confidence and skills to navigate the professional world.

'This marks a significant evolution for Sunway University and the faculty, driven not only by its location but also by active engagement with a wider ecosystem that promotes creativity and lifelong learning,' the statement concluded.