SULTAN IDRIS EDUCATION UNIVERSITY

OVERVIEW

Sultan Idris Education University (Malay: University Pendidikan Sultan Idris; commonly abbreviated as UPSI; Jawi: اونيۏرسيتي ڤنديديقن سلطان إدريس‎) is a public university in the town of Tanjung Malim, Perak in Malaysia. First established in 1922 as a teachers college, it is one of the oldest functioning institutions of higher learning in Malaysia.

HISTORY

The first teacher training center in Malaya was originally located in Taiping and was known as the Matang Teacher Training College. Opened in 1913, the house of the Malay noble of Taiping, Ngah Ibrahim served as the first teacher training college in Malaya until it was shifted to Tanjung Malim nine years later and given the name of the Sultan of Perak at that time. The history of UPSI as we know it today dates to 1922 when the university was then known as the Sultan Idris Training College (SITC). It was set mooted by the then deputy director of Malay schools, R.O. Winstedt as a training college for Malay teachers. Named after the late Sultan Idris Murshidul Azam Shah, the 28th Sultan of Perak, the college was opened on 29 November 1922 by the chief secretary of the Federated Malay States, Sir George Maxwell.

The initial instructional regime required students to complete a three-year course of training where traditional skills and arithmetic were taught. With the adoption of the Education Ordinance 1957 based on the recommendations of the 1956 Education Committee Report (better known as the Razak Report), the training course was extended to five years and new subjects were introduced. SITC also came to be officially known by its Malay name, Maktab Perguruan Sultan Idris (English: Sultan Idris Teachers College) or MPSI.

In 1976, MPSI became co-educational with the admission of the first batch of 150 female students. In 1987, MPSI was upgraded and renamed Institut Perguruan Sultan Idris(English: Sultan Idris Teachers Institute) or IPSI and new courses were made available leading to a degree conferred by Universiti Pertanian Malaysia (today known as Universiti Putra Malaysia).

IPSI was upgraded to a full university bearing its current name on 1 May 1997 in line with the plans by Malaysia to increase the number of graduate teachers in primary and secondary schools.

VISION

To be a prestigious university providing exceptional leadership in education, based on the advantage of broad experience and high level of competency in meeting global changes.

MISSION

To generate and foster knowledge through teaching, research, publication, consultancy and community services to achieve the vision of the nation.

MOTTO

"Committed To Making A Difference In Education"

LOGO CONCEPT

Design of The Logo

The two circles of UPSI logo signify perseverance, ambition and dedication. The sacred motto of the University and the year of its establishent are engrave on the blue outer circle. The red inner circle has a floral design, a keris, alamp, a yellow molecule and a white book, all of which represent the qualities required to realise University's vision and mission.

University Name

The name of University is available in two languages, Malay (Malay and Jawi) and English. On the left side of the logo, Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) words printed in Trajen Pro Small Cap font type in Malay language written in blue, which is to accompany and balance the logo. The logo is dependent to the logotype. In Malay, the university's name was emphasized by the size of the font to show the spirit of the nationalism. 

University's name written in red in Jawi writing and located below the main logotype. Jawi writing is ethnic heritage and UPSI determined to defend and firm Jawi writing heritage in the future.

Below the fine line, the name of the university is stated in English language which is Sultan Idris Education University (SIEU). In globalized world, it is important to introduce UPSI with an understanable name to the world's community. In English, it is characterized as strategic in order to change the perceptions of the community towards the university.

Corporate Colour

Blue Colour

Blue symbolises loyalty, professionalism and unshackled ethics in fulfilling the mission and aims of UPSI.

Yellow Colour

Yellow symbolises sincerrity and integrity in performing the obligations entrusted to the University. 

Red Colour

Red decipts the prominent, dominant, active and progressive image of the University as well as honourable values which are essential in achieving the vision of the University.

Motto

The motto of SITC "Pengatahuan Suluh Budiman" or "Knowledge is the Beacon of Pure Character" is maintained even after the establishement of UPSI. The motto highlights the aspiration of the University in enriching and inculcating knowledge. The flaming torch symbolises the unlimited power of knowledge that burns in every living being and guides people toward a better and more fulfilling life. Nothing is more pure than the burning desire to pursue knowledge.

Yellow Dots

Two yellow dots on the logo of UPSI represent the determination of SITC and UPSI to upload steadfasty the oath and pledge of the motto "Knowledge is the Beacon of Pure Character".

Arabesque Form

The eight-calyx flower of an Islamic motif reflects purity of knowledge, education, sincerity and resposibility. It also represents the eight elements in the University's philosphy, which are Piety, Wisdom, Culture, Civilisation, Humanity, Society, Nationalism and Excellence.

Keris

The Keris is a symbol of authority and responsibility bestowed upon UPSI as a centre for generating knowledge in education, arts, music, language, literature, as well as science and technology.

Lamp

The lamp represents the unique history and establishment of the university which began with SITC. The lamp signifies the rays of knowledge that shine into the souls of our nation. It is hoped that through researches and experiment, these rays of knowledge will continue to flourish.

Molecule

The molecule represents the University's effort in producing active and progressive individuals in the field of science and technology through the implementation of its philosophy.

Book

The book marks the characteristics of UPSI as a professional learning institution that gravitates towards knowledge.

Three Round Circles

The blue, yellow and white circles stand for the primary functions of UPSI : Teaching, conducting research and rendering services to the community.

All in all, the combination of symbols, shapes, motifs and colours in the logo of the University sketches the unique and professional profile of UPSI as a higher institution of learning. It also gives UPSI a profound corporate image that reflects its quality, competence and resolute determination.

OFFICIAL SONG

IBU KANDUNG SULUH BUDIMAN

Ibu Kandung Suluh Budiman
Obor Di malam Gelap
Bina Budi Penyebar Tekad
Pancaran Semangat Waja

Ibu Kandung Suluh Budiman
Ibu Pujaan Kami
Yang Berjasa Pada Masyarakat
Hidup Gagah Berani

Ibu Kandung Suluh Budiman
Dengarlah Sumpah
Sumbangsih Nan Suci
Selagi Hayat Dikandung Badan
Kami Tetap Berbakti

You may refer to the link given for the song : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i7YtE_IigQo