SMU Patron’s Day 2026 brought our community together to reflect on the journey so far — and the responsibility we share in shaping what comes next.
As SMU moves beyond SMU25, the evening underscored how stewardship, partnership and collective effort continue to define the University’s progress and purpose under SMU2030.
Patron’s Day is a reminder that SMU’s impact is always built together.
As SMU moves beyond SMU25, the evening underscored how stewardship, partnership and collective effort continue to define the University’s progress and purpose under SMU2030.
Patron’s Day is a reminder that SMU’s impact is always built together.
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SMU has launched a new Master of Science in Business AI 🎓🤖
The programme is designed for future-ready business leaders who need to translate AI into strategy, decision-making and responsible organisational impact — not just technical expertise.
📖 Read the media release to learn more about the programme: https://sgsmu.com/4rxquJn
The programme is designed for future-ready business leaders who need to translate AI into strategy, decision-making and responsible organisational impact — not just technical expertise.
📖 Read the media release to learn more about the programme: https://sgsmu.com/4rxquJn
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As AI reshapes jobs, one question matters more than ever: how do graduates stay employable over time?
In an askST feature, Professor Mark Chong, Dean of Students at Singapore Management University, shares why adaptability, critical thinking and human judgement matter as much as technical skills — and how universities must prepare students for non-linear careers in an AI-accelerated world.
📖 Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4a1r8cc
In an askST feature, Professor Mark Chong, Dean of Students at Singapore Management University, shares why adaptability, critical thinking and human judgement matter as much as technical skills — and how universities must prepare students for non-linear careers in an AI-accelerated world.
📖 Read the article here: https://bit.ly/4a1r8cc
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“Life-changing.”
In this Faces of SMU reel, Shereen Williams (Bachelor of Accountancy, Class of 2005) shares how SMU set her on an unexpected path — and why her advice to incoming students is simple: try everything, say yes, and take full advantage of the opportunities around you.
▶️ Watch the reel on Instagram and TikTok to hear her story:
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In this Faces of SMU reel, Shereen Williams (Bachelor of Accountancy, Class of 2005) shares how SMU set her on an unexpected path — and why her advice to incoming students is simple: try everything, say yes, and take full advantage of the opportunities around you.
▶️ Watch the reel on Instagram and TikTok to hear her story:
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AI-generated misinformation is getting harder to spot and more profitable to spread.
In a Straits Times commentary, Sun Sun Lim, Vice President (Partnerships and Engagement) and Lee Kong Chian Professor of Communication & Technology, explains why consumers can’t be left alone to fight fakes — and why responsible platform design matters more than ever.
🔗 Read the commentary to learn what’s at stake for trust in the digital age: https://sgsmu.com/4adeJk9
In a Straits Times commentary, Sun Sun Lim, Vice President (Partnerships and Engagement) and Lee Kong Chian Professor of Communication & Technology, explains why consumers can’t be left alone to fight fakes — and why responsible platform design matters more than ever.
🔗 Read the commentary to learn what’s at stake for trust in the digital age: https://sgsmu.com/4adeJk9
Class size shapes more than academic results — it affects whether students feel seen and supported.
In a Straits Times commentary, SMU Assistant Professor of Sociology Jacqueline Ho explains why attention, relationships and care still matter deeply in learning, even as technology takes on a bigger role.
👉 Read the full article here: https://sgsmu.com/4tmmOf6
In a Straits Times commentary, SMU Assistant Professor of Sociology Jacqueline Ho explains why attention, relationships and care still matter deeply in learning, even as technology takes on a bigger role.
👉 Read the full article here: https://sgsmu.com/4tmmOf6
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Singapore is digital, but wills are still paper-based.
In a Business Times commentary, SMU Yong Pung How School of Law faculty members — Lee Kong Chian Professor of Law Tang Hang Wu and Associate Professor of Law Edward Ti explain why modernising wills is essential for trust, accessibility and Singapore’s position as a wealth hub.
🔗 Read the article: https://sgsmu.com/3O5VnGm
In a Business Times commentary, SMU Yong Pung How School of Law faculty members — Lee Kong Chian Professor of Law Tang Hang Wu and Associate Professor of Law Edward Ti explain why modernising wills is essential for trust, accessibility and Singapore’s position as a wealth hub.
🔗 Read the article: https://sgsmu.com/3O5VnGm
From Campus Green in the afternoon to celebrations under the stars, SMU Patron’s Day 2026 brought the SMU community together in a day of connection and celebration.
From Makers and friendly inter-faculty competition to performances and conversations, relive the highlights that captured the spirit of Patron’s Day.
👉 Watch the highlight reel:
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From Makers and friendly inter-faculty competition to performances and conversations, relive the highlights that captured the spirit of Patron’s Day.
👉 Watch the highlight reel:
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Last week, SMU held two Special Townhall sessions with faculty and professional staff to reflect on SMU2030 – Shaping Impact, Transforming Lives, and how the University’s strategy translates into everyday practice.
The sessions surfaced concrete examples of impact across education, research, innovation, the arts and community service, alongside thoughtful discussions on how we measure impact and build a culture that supports long-term, meaningful change.
As the University moves forward, these conversations help ground SMU2030 as a shared effort — shaped collectively across roles and disciplines.
The sessions surfaced concrete examples of impact across education, research, innovation, the arts and community service, alongside thoughtful discussions on how we measure impact and build a culture that supports long-term, meaningful change.
As the University moves forward, these conversations help ground SMU2030 as a shared effort — shaped collectively across roles and disciplines.
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Cities are where most of us experience government — from public services to civic participation.
In this City Perspectives article, Professor of Law Maartje De Visser at SMU Yong Pung How School of Law discusses why recognising cities in national constitutions could strengthen autonomy, clarify responsibilities, and improve how policies are delivered on the ground.
Read the full conversation here: https://sgsmu.com/4aqH9ax
In this City Perspectives article, Professor of Law Maartje De Visser at SMU Yong Pung How School of Law discusses why recognising cities in national constitutions could strengthen autonomy, clarify responsibilities, and improve how policies are delivered on the ground.
Read the full conversation here: https://sgsmu.com/4aqH9ax
What does growth look like at SMU?
For SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business undergraduate Liediana Djoli, it meant embracing seminar-style discussions, stepping into case competitions and CCAs, and gaining global exposure at the University of Malaya.
“If something scares me a little, it’s probably where I’ll grow the most.”
Read her story on The SMU Blog: https://sgsmu.com/4kAmVQc
For SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business undergraduate Liediana Djoli, it meant embracing seminar-style discussions, stepping into case competitions and CCAs, and gaining global exposure at the University of Malaya.
“If something scares me a little, it’s probably where I’ll grow the most.”
Read her story on The SMU Blog: https://sgsmu.com/4kAmVQc
SMU MBA is ranked among the Top 100 globally in the Financial Times Global MBA Rankings 2026.
The programme ranks:
• 18th globally for ESG and net zero teaching
• 23rd globally for value for money
Read more: https://sgsmu.com/3OqbvTd
#SGSMU #SGSMUMBA #FTGlobalMBA #Leadership
The programme ranks:
• 18th globally for ESG and net zero teaching
• 23rd globally for value for money
Read more: https://sgsmu.com/3OqbvTd
#SGSMU #SGSMUMBA #FTGlobalMBA #Leadership
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Soft power doesn’t always grab headlines — but it often shapes what happens next.
In an op-ed for The Business Times, SMU President Professor Lily Kong reflects on why Asia’s stability depends not only on hard power, but also on credibility, legitimacy and trust.
From ASEAN mediation efforts to tensions in the South China Sea and South Asia, the piece highlights how perceptions and reputation can influence crisis duration, investor sentiment and long-term economic resilience.
For leaders and businesses operating in Asia, understanding this balance isn’t abstract — it’s strategic.
🔗 Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4kFQnnY
In an op-ed for The Business Times, SMU President Professor Lily Kong reflects on why Asia’s stability depends not only on hard power, but also on credibility, legitimacy and trust.
From ASEAN mediation efforts to tensions in the South China Sea and South Asia, the piece highlights how perceptions and reputation can influence crisis duration, investor sentiment and long-term economic resilience.
For leaders and businesses operating in Asia, understanding this balance isn’t abstract — it’s strategic.
🔗 Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4kFQnnY
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Singapore’s latest figures on income growth and mobility are reassuring — but sustaining inclusive growth will not be automatic.
In a Straits Times commentary, SMU Associate Professor of Economics (Education) Ho Kong Weng highlights structural pressures ahead — from AI-driven skill gaps to rising wealth inequality — and explains why housing, education and healthcare remain central to mobility.
📖 Read the full commentary to explore what inclusive growth must look like in Singapore’s next chapter: https://sgsmu.com/40fM3T5
In a Straits Times commentary, SMU Associate Professor of Economics (Education) Ho Kong Weng highlights structural pressures ahead — from AI-driven skill gaps to rising wealth inequality — and explains why housing, education and healthcare remain central to mobility.
📖 Read the full commentary to explore what inclusive growth must look like in Singapore’s next chapter: https://sgsmu.com/40fM3T5
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The new CPF life-cycle investment scheme marks a move towards guided, simplified investing.
In his CNA commentary, Professor of Finance (Education) Benedict Koh from SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business explains how glide-path funds could address gaps in CPFIS — particularly for members who face too many choices but limited portfolio guidance — while underscoring the importance of fees, safeguards and risk calibration.
📖 Read more here: https://sgsmu.com/4rsOkWZ
In his CNA commentary, Professor of Finance (Education) Benedict Koh from SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business explains how glide-path funds could address gaps in CPFIS — particularly for members who face too many choices but limited portfolio guidance — while underscoring the importance of fees, safeguards and risk calibration.
📖 Read more here: https://sgsmu.com/4rsOkWZ
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Work is being reshaped by AI, automation and evolving labour markets. How do we prepare individuals, organisations and society for what’s ahead?
In this reel, Interim Director Prof Archan Misra shares why ResWORK was established, what it aims to achieve, and how it will drive trans-disciplinary research across the Future of Work and Lifelong Learning.
▶️ Watch the reel either on Instagram or TikTok.
🔎 Find out more about ResWORK: https://sgsmu.com/4cLoh8X
In this reel, Interim Director Prof Archan Misra shares why ResWORK was established, what it aims to achieve, and how it will drive trans-disciplinary research across the Future of Work and Lifelong Learning.
▶️ Watch the reel either on Instagram or TikTok.
🔎 Find out more about ResWORK: https://sgsmu.com/4cLoh8X
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