✨ Highlights from the SMU 25th Silver Soirée!
Last Friday, SMU faculty and staff gathered to celebrate our Silver Jubilee and to recognise the dedication and hard work that made this 25th anniversary year so special.
Thank you to everyone who continues to shape SMU with purpose, passion and impact. 💙
#SGSMU #SGSMU25 #SilverSoiree #SGSMUCommunity #SGSMUDND
Last Friday, SMU faculty and staff gathered to celebrate our Silver Jubilee and to recognise the dedication and hard work that made this 25th anniversary year so special.
Thank you to everyone who continues to shape SMU with purpose, passion and impact. 💙
#SGSMU #SGSMU25 #SilverSoiree #SGSMUCommunity #SGSMUDND
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How should universities evolve to stay relevant in a fast-changing world?
In her recent book, Universities Reinvented, SMU President Professor Lily Kong brings together insights from her IPS-Nathan Lectures to explore how universities adapt to societal needs, prepare people for lifelong learning, and drive research that matters.
Swipe through the post to learn more — and find the book at The SMU Shop.
#SGSMU #UniversitiesReinvented #HigherEducation #SGSMUThoughtLeadership
In her recent book, Universities Reinvented, SMU President Professor Lily Kong brings together insights from her IPS-Nathan Lectures to explore how universities adapt to societal needs, prepare people for lifelong learning, and drive research that matters.
Swipe through the post to learn more — and find the book at The SMU Shop.
#SGSMU #UniversitiesReinvented #HigherEducation #SGSMUThoughtLeadership
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SMU’s 2025 Pro Bono Appreciation Dinner celebrated the dedication of our law students and volunteer lawyers who are making a real difference in access to justice.
The Class of 2025 contributed 8,339 pro bono hours, and the evening honoured outstanding award recipients, community partners, and impactful initiatives — from legal awareness talks to regional projects such as Project Lexplore.
Tap below to read how the SMU Pro Bono Centre continues to empower communities and nurture lawyers grounded in service.
👉 Read the full article: https://sgsmu.com/4odV34J
#SGSMU #SGMUProBonoCentre #SGSMULaw #SGSMUYPHSL #LegalEducation #SocialImpact #AccessToJustic
The Class of 2025 contributed 8,339 pro bono hours, and the evening honoured outstanding award recipients, community partners, and impactful initiatives — from legal awareness talks to regional projects such as Project Lexplore.
Tap below to read how the SMU Pro Bono Centre continues to empower communities and nurture lawyers grounded in service.
👉 Read the full article: https://sgsmu.com/4odV34J
#SGSMU #SGMUProBonoCentre #SGSMULaw #SGSMUYPHSL #LegalEducation #SocialImpact #AccessToJustic
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Support for Healthier SG is high — but healthy habits among older adults still need a boost.
ROSA’s latest study of more than 7,000 Singaporeans aged 53–80 shows strong support for Healthier SG, yet limited participation in exercise and wellness activities, and continued doctor-shopping even after enrolment.
👉 Read the findings: https://sgsmu.com/3KnAtB6
#SGSMU #SGSMUROSA #HealthyAgeing #HealthierSG
ROSA’s latest study of more than 7,000 Singaporeans aged 53–80 shows strong support for Healthier SG, yet limited participation in exercise and wellness activities, and continued doctor-shopping even after enrolment.
👉 Read the findings: https://sgsmu.com/3KnAtB6
#SGSMU #SGSMUROSA #HealthyAgeing #HealthierSG
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“If I had to name one turning point in my life — it was SMU.”
In this episode of SMU Impact Stories, Shivika Mansata (BBM, 2010) reflects on how SMU gave her the confidence to step into consulting, pursue global education impact work, and later complete her MBA at Harvard.
👉 Watch the video: https://youtu.be/-tYELdxCxX4
#SGSMU #SGSMUImpactStories #MeaningfulImpact #WomenInLeadership #PurposeDriven
In this episode of SMU Impact Stories, Shivika Mansata (BBM, 2010) reflects on how SMU gave her the confidence to step into consulting, pursue global education impact work, and later complete her MBA at Harvard.
👉 Watch the video: https://youtu.be/-tYELdxCxX4
#SGSMU #SGSMUImpactStories #MeaningfulImpact #WomenInLeadership #PurposeDriven
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Goodwill high, systems weak.
A new SMU Engage.Me. survey of 7,265 people shows Singaporeans are supportive of disability inclusion – but many PWDs still find workplaces inaccessible and are unaware of training or hiring grants. Attitudes are positive, yet real inclusion is hindered by gaps in accessibility, information, and employer support.
👉 Read the full article: https://sgsmu.com/4oZTxo5
#SGSMU #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #CommunityImpact
A new SMU Engage.Me. survey of 7,265 people shows Singaporeans are supportive of disability inclusion – but many PWDs still find workplaces inaccessible and are unaware of training or hiring grants. Attitudes are positive, yet real inclusion is hindered by gaps in accessibility, information, and employer support.
👉 Read the full article: https://sgsmu.com/4oZTxo5
#SGSMU #DisabilityInclusion #Accessibility #CommunityImpact
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How do businesses go beyond compliance to create real sustainability impact?
In a panel moderated by SMU’s Assistant Professor Aidan Wong (MST), industry leaders reflected on the role of trust, purpose-driven action and individual responsibility in shaping meaningful environmental change — especially as organisations balance capability constraints with long-term ambition.
👉 Read the full article: https://sgsmu.com/3Kst03G
#SGSMU #Sustainability #SustainableBusiness #ClimateAction #GreenInnovation
In a panel moderated by SMU’s Assistant Professor Aidan Wong (MST), industry leaders reflected on the role of trust, purpose-driven action and individual responsibility in shaping meaningful environmental change — especially as organisations balance capability constraints with long-term ambition.
👉 Read the full article: https://sgsmu.com/3Kst03G
#SGSMU #Sustainability #SustainableBusiness #ClimateAction #GreenInnovation
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For 25 years, community service has been at the heart of SMU — shaping how our students, faculty, staff, and alumni learn, lead, and give back.
From serving communities to driving meaningful projects through C4SR, these shared efforts reflect the spirit of care that defines us.
👉 Watch the video and celebrate 25 years of impact with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QeK7GlYsHE&t=1s
#SGSMU #SGSMU25 #CommunityService #SMUC4SR #Impact #GivingBack
From serving communities to driving meaningful projects through C4SR, these shared efforts reflect the spirit of care that defines us.
👉 Watch the video and celebrate 25 years of impact with us: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7QeK7GlYsHE&t=1s
#SGSMU #SGSMU25 #CommunityService #SMUC4SR #Impact #GivingBack
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How do we keep humanity at the centre of rapid technological change?
At last Friday’s book launch, Professor Sun Sun Lim shared insights from Humanising Technology, her new collection of essays spanning 20+ years of research on AI, digital parenting, big data and inclusion.
In a fireside chat moderated by Assistant Professor Aidan Wong, the conversation highlighted why thoughtful, human-centred design matters more than ever.
📘 Interested in the reflections and themes explored? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3M4evnk
#SGSMU #HumanisingTechnology #TechForGood #DigitalEthics #AIEthics #DigitalSociety
At last Friday’s book launch, Professor Sun Sun Lim shared insights from Humanising Technology, her new collection of essays spanning 20+ years of research on AI, digital parenting, big data and inclusion.
In a fireside chat moderated by Assistant Professor Aidan Wong, the conversation highlighted why thoughtful, human-centred design matters more than ever.
📘 Interested in the reflections and themes explored? Learn more: https://bit.ly/3M4evnk
#SGSMU #HumanisingTechnology #TechForGood #DigitalEthics #AIEthics #DigitalSociety
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🎓 Two new scholarships are strengthening SMU’s culture of giving as we mark our Silver Jubilee.
SMU alumnus Gregory See, together with his AGT Partners co-founders, has made a S$2 million contribution to establish the AGT Partners Scholarship — supporting financially challenged students with full tuition and living expenses.
SMU has also received a collective gift to launch the Fock Siew Wah SMU Grace Scholarship, honouring the late banking leader whose contributions shaped Singapore’s financial sector.
Both scholarships reflect a shared belief in paying it forward and investing in the next generation of purposeful leaders.
👉 Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4pKJMtJ
#SGSMU #SGSMUGiving #SGSMUAlumni #Scholarships #CommunityImpact
SMU alumnus Gregory See, together with his AGT Partners co-founders, has made a S$2 million contribution to establish the AGT Partners Scholarship — supporting financially challenged students with full tuition and living expenses.
SMU has also received a collective gift to launch the Fock Siew Wah SMU Grace Scholarship, honouring the late banking leader whose contributions shaped Singapore’s financial sector.
Both scholarships reflect a shared belief in paying it forward and investing in the next generation of purposeful leaders.
👉 Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4pKJMtJ
#SGSMU #SGSMUGiving #SGSMUAlumni #Scholarships #CommunityImpact
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Alumni and Industry Leaders Strengthen SMU’s Culture of Giving with New Scholarships
As the Singapore Management University (SMU) draws the curtain to its Silver Jubilee, the University continues to see acts of giving from its alumni and the community — from alumni who return to pay it forward, to industry leaders who believe in the transformative…
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