WEEK 5 - Visiting the IIUM Library

For this week, our lecturer, Prof. Dr. Suhaimi bin Mhd. Sarif, has informed us that there are no face to face classes. However, we were tasked with an activity to make up for the absence of face to face classes this week. We were asked in groups to go to the Dar al-Hikmah Library of IIUM and take interesting pictures related to the Sejahtera concept for sustainable development. After that, we were also assigned to write an interesting lesson related to it. Thus, I would like to share an interesting lesson that we got during this visit.

Student reading area

First, as is well known, IIUM places great emphasis on maintaining Ikhtilat (mixing) between male and female students. However, it is not an obstacle for the IIUM library to provide separate reading areas for students of different genders. This provision reflects the principle of equality, where all students, regardless of gender, have the same opportunities. In relation to the Sejahtera concept for sustainable development, this approach aligns with values of balance, harmony and mutual respect, which are essential for holistic well-being.

IIUM Library Classification System

Besides, the IIUM library has also provided a system that can help students find knowledge resources on Islam. The system was called ICSI (IIUM Library Classification System). This effort demonstrates the library's dedication to maintaining and promoting knowledge related to Islamic heritage, values and perspectives, ensuring that students have easy access to resources that might help them better understand Islam. In relation to the Sejahtera concept for sustainable development, this facility aligns with the values of holistic growth, recognizing that true development must also include spiritual components.