Esmat Danyal Bin Es Zukarnaen (DSE) emerged as champion (Youth Category) in the just concluded public speaking competition themed ‘The Voice of Sarawak Youths’, organised by The Sarawak Initiatives (TSI). During the final round on 22 June 2024, Danyal had to deliver a scripted speech and an impromptu speech. During the latter, Danyal pulled a sombre and touching mood as he slipped in a word of tribute to our late Vice Chancellor, Professor Dr Shahren bin Tun Ahmad Zaidi Adruce, testifying that his presence in the contest was in honour of our beloved Vice Chancellor and in memory of his inspiring counsels. The award ceremony was officiated by YB Mr. Wilfred Yap Yau Sin. Pro Vice Chancellor (Student Affairs & Alumni) Mdm Rosmawati Priman, Mr. Tay Chung Ang as faculty representative and some Student Council members were also present to lend support to Danyal. The objective of this state wide contest was to harness the untapped potential of Sarawak’s vibrant youth. Today’s winning was also testament of our beloved Professor Dr Shahren’s tireless effort to inspire our youth, as acknowledged by our champion in his speech.