Mann (right) and Powers, in baju Melayu, learning to speak in Bahasa Melayu under the guidance of lecturer Siti Rashidah (in pink tudung) while other students look on during their language class at KDU Penang University College in Jalan Anson, Penang. (Below) Imrie says 30 students were picked from over 100 applicants from Lincoln University. — Photos: MUSTAFA AHMAD/ The Star
DRESSED in a baju Melayu complete with songkok and kain samping, Computer Science student Feargus Powers from the UK, said it was a fun experience trying on the local traditional attire.
“The material is a bit thick and coupled with the warm weather, I feel a little stuffy in it.
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