(Bandar Seri Begawan, 9th) – Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD) hosted a spectacular closing ceremony at the Chancellor's Art Centre, successfully bringing the 2024 Principal's Cup Competition to a close.
This event marked the triumphant end of a grand competition that brought together students from various higher education institutions in the country. Minister of Education, Dr. Datin Setia, attended the closing ceremony as the guest of honor.
Also in attendance were members of the Student Representative Council, guest performers, special guests, and students from participating institutions. The event began with the UBD Choir singing the national anthem and Universiti Brunei Darussalam's university anthem. Subsequently, Hadi, Executive Director of Spiritual and Religious Affairs of the 2024/2025 Student Representative Council (MPP), led everyone in reciting the 'Opening Chapter' and 'May God Be Pleased With You'.
Former President of the Universiti Brunei Darussalam Student Representative Council (2024/2025 cohort), Zukairi, delivered the opening speech. Then, attendees enjoyed the exciting Principal's Cup academic quiz final between Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA) and Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), during which participating teams showcased their outstanding knowledge, teamwork, and spirit of cooperation.
After a short tea break, the awards ceremony announced the winners of the quiz competition. The most anticipated moment of the ceremony was the awarding of the Principal's Cup to the overall champion of the 2024 event—Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB).
The final rankings for the 2024 Principal's Cup were as follows:
First Place: Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB)
Second Place: Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)
Third Place: Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA)
Fourth Place: Seri Begawan Religious Teachers University College (KUPU SB)
The ceremony also featured a symbolic handover of the Principal's Cup flag, commemorating the continuation of this glorious tradition. Afterwards, student leaders from all participating institutions, the guest of honor, and other guests took a group photo.
A vibrant closing performance added a festive atmosphere to the event, uniting students and conveying the spirit of friendship, excellence, and leadership. The 2024 Principal's Cup once again affirmed its role as an important platform for student engagement, healthy competition, and strengthening ties between institutions.
The Principal's Cup is an academic and sports competition organized by Universiti Brunei Darussalam, aiming to promote exchange and competition among major higher education institutions. The competition includes various knowledge quizzes, teamwork events, sports activities, and more.
This event marked the triumphant end of a grand competition that brought together students from various higher education institutions in the country. Minister of Education, Dr. Datin Setia, attended the closing ceremony as the guest of honor.
Also in attendance were members of the Student Representative Council, guest performers, special guests, and students from participating institutions. The event began with the UBD Choir singing the national anthem and Universiti Brunei Darussalam's university anthem. Subsequently, Hadi, Executive Director of Spiritual and Religious Affairs of the 2024/2025 Student Representative Council (MPP), led everyone in reciting the 'Opening Chapter' and 'May God Be Pleased With You'.
Former President of the Universiti Brunei Darussalam Student Representative Council (2024/2025 cohort), Zukairi, delivered the opening speech. Then, attendees enjoyed the exciting Principal's Cup academic quiz final between Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA) and Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB), during which participating teams showcased their outstanding knowledge, teamwork, and spirit of cooperation.
After a short tea break, the awards ceremony announced the winners of the quiz competition. The most anticipated moment of the ceremony was the awarding of the Principal's Cup to the overall champion of the 2024 event—Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB).
The final rankings for the 2024 Principal's Cup were as follows:
First Place: Universiti Teknologi Brunei (UTB)
Second Place: Universiti Brunei Darussalam (UBD)
Third Place: Sultan Sharif Ali Islamic University (UNISSA)
Fourth Place: Seri Begawan Religious Teachers University College (KUPU SB)
The ceremony also featured a symbolic handover of the Principal's Cup flag, commemorating the continuation of this glorious tradition. Afterwards, student leaders from all participating institutions, the guest of honor, and other guests took a group photo.
A vibrant closing performance added a festive atmosphere to the event, uniting students and conveying the spirit of friendship, excellence, and leadership. The 2024 Principal's Cup once again affirmed its role as an important platform for student engagement, healthy competition, and strengthening ties between institutions.
The Principal's Cup is an academic and sports competition organized by Universiti Brunei Darussalam, aiming to promote exchange and competition among major higher education institutions. The competition includes various knowledge quizzes, teamwork events, sports activities, and more.