STAR Ambassadors hosts first on-campus Iftar Party

Taylor’s STAR Ambassador held a private FOC Iftar Party, their first event since MCO, at the Student Life Centre on 14 April.

Over 50 Taylorians – advisors, committee members, STAR Ambassadors, Event Ambassadors, and Student Helpers – attended in either traditional clothes or smart casuals.

The invitations were sent out based on one’s commitment to the student body and performance during Taylor’s March 2023 Open Day.

The catering is the main attraction

(Source: STAR Ambassador’s committee)

Iftar is the fast-breaking meal of Muslims after sunset during Ramadan. Some passersby were interested and asked if they could join the exclusive buffet. Samuel Sham, a committee member apologized, “We are not open for the public.”

The expenses of the event were fully covered by Taylor’s management. Samuel said, “There’s always a budget set for us.”

The non-Muslims queue for their food after the Muslims breaks fast

(Source: STAR Ambassador’s committee)

He added that the main goal of the party was for Taylor’s STAR Ambassador to feel like a family. They only meet every Open Day. “We do not want it to be our only focus.”

Advisor Desmond Marcus said the party could help students to be more vocal. There was more exposure to each other’s personality outside of work.

The games session started with Charades. A ‘Best Dressed’ contest was held instead of Musical Chairs. Five winners were voted based on nominees who had the loudest cheer from the floor.

In the heat of the Charades

(Source: STAR Ambassador’s committee)

The committee had more to give away. It led to a surprise lucky draw in which everyone had a chance. An online ‘spin-the-wheel’ was used for 10 winners.

Michelle Lee, an Event Ambassador, was among those who won a RM 10 Grab voucher. “I felt very grateful because I could be somewhat a part of this family that is very welcoming.”

She commented that the committee could improve on coordination among one another on executing the games though.

It was unprofessional to discuss their changes in front of everyone. Their improvisation was messy.

The student body poses with their STAR gesture

(Source: STAR Ambassador’s committee)

Samuel said to expect better monthly events in the future.

The night ended with a group photo at the traditional Malay village house on campus.