Week 6: Roles of Universities In Sustainable Development


 

Salam all, for this week we explored a topic that truly shifted my perspective which is "The Role of Universities in Sustainable Development" 

Education With Purpose

We were introduced to the concept of education from Prof. Syed Muhammad Naquib al-Attas, who said that real education is not just about passing exams. It’s about forming character.

True knowledge should shape moral values, spiritual awareness, and a sense of stewardship (khalifah) over the Earth.

This is what sustainable development is really about. We use education to create not just smart people, but good people who care about the world around them.

What Should Universities Do?

1. Teach sustainability in all disciplines, not just environmental science

2. Focus on character and ethics, not just CGPAs.

3. Do research that solves real problems

4. Engage with community through outreach and service

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