USM apologises for 'move out' order to those who don't like hostel rules

Published: Jun 3, 2021 12:17 AM | Updated: Jun 3, 2021 2:44 AM

Universiti Sains Malaysia (USM) has apologised for the stand taken by the management of one of its hostels against its residents, which USM said was not appropriate.

This came after hostel Desasiswa Saujana’s management defended its right to conduct spot checks on residents and told those who were dissatisfied with the rules to move out.

“The university has reprimanded Desasiswa Saujana by stating that such statements are uncalled for...

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