TAMU Malaysian Student Association (MASA)
TAMU Malaysian Student Association (MASA) is a registered non-profit student based organization here at Texas A&M University and we are dedicated to serve as the body, platform for all Malaysian Aggie and responsible to promote and share our cultural diversity as well as introducing Malaysia as a multi-racial nation with unique cultural life and diversity to the Bryan-College Station community at large.
We are very pro-active in organizing any cutlural related events and activities, including gatherings, talks, seminars and discussion. Not to forget participating in community outing and fairs with regards to promote Malaysia, the rich multi-cultural diversity. With a total of 36 members ranging from PhD to undergraduates, including faculty and staff, we serve as a stimuli, towards a productive group of Malaysian Aggie. We meet, we eat, we talk, we play and most importantly we study.
Aims and Purposes
- The Malaysian Students Association in Texas A&M University aims to promote integration and understanding among Malaysians and the community in Texas A&M University.
- The Malaysian Students Association in Texas A&M University strives to furnish cultural, social, and general information regarding Malaysia for Aggies who are interested in knowing the country.
Activities
- The Malaysian Students Association in Texas A&M University organizes activities which promote the cultural and social display of Malaysia.'
- The Malaysian Students Association in Texas A&M University supports and encourages participation in activities in Texas A&M University which promote the integrity of Aggies and Malaysians.
- The Malaysian Students Association in Texas A&M University organizes activities and travels to provide opportunities for Malaysian Aggies to learn more about the United States. Trips are encouraged to foster the relationship among the Malaysians.
Affiliations
- The Malaysian Students Association in Texas A&M University is currently an independent association. However, affiliation is allowed for organizing or participating in events which agree with the constitution.
- We are also a registered organization with the Malaysian Student Department at Washington DC that supervises the welfare of Malaysian student in United States of America (USA).
Jalur Gemilang
The flag of Malaysia, also known as the Jalur Gemilang "Stripes of Glory", comprises a field of 14 alternating red and white stripes along the fly and a blue canton bearing a crescent and a 14-point star known as the Bintang Persekutuan or Federal Star.
The 14 stripes, of equal width, represent the equal status in the federation of the 13 member states and the federal government, while the 14 points of the star represent the unity between these entities. The crescent represents Islam, the country's official religion; the yellow of the star and crescent is the royal colour of the Malay rulers. The red of the stripes stands for the bloodshed to earn independence. The white stands for the people and economy of Malaysia
