Can a quick work text create more tension than clarity?

In The Straits Times commentary, Associate Professor of Law Dorcas Quek Anderson from the SMU Yong Pung How School of Law examines why text messaging may fall short when workplace conversations become complex — and why choosing the right channel matters for better collaboration.

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Are we measuring what matters or only what is easiest to measure?

In The Straits Times commentary, Associate Professor of Accounting Holly Yang from the SMU School of Accountancy reflects on Singapore’s culture of metrics, comparison and optimisation, and why creativity, uncertainty and intrinsic motivation matter for innovation and future-ready learning.

Read the commentary: https://sgsmu.com/43LF2v7

How do we prepare students for a world where there are few clear answers?

In this SMU Impact Story, Dean of Students Professor Mark Chong reflects on the beliefs that have shaped his approach to education: developing independent thinkers, embracing complexity, and connecting learning with real-world experience.

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Can AI make it easier to build a one-person company?

In The Straits Times, Professor Lim Sun Sun from the SMU College of Integrative Studies examines the rise of AI-powered solopreneurship — and why mentorship, resilience and trusted networks still matter when turning ideas into sustainable ventures.

Read the commentary: https://sgsmu.com/3QT5xMk

What does the SMU Provost actually do?

Professor Alan Chan shares more about his role, his memories of student life, his favourite campus spaces, and his advice for students navigating change.

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SMU alumnus Dominic Yuan (BBM 2024) is building Parka, an independent home-grown music label that supports emerging artistes across Singapore and the region.

Read the Straits Times piece on his entrepreneurial journey and vision for Asian music: https://sgsmu.com/4uY8edj

In this Faces of SMU feature, SMU Board of Trustees member Lim Kexin (Bachelor of Accountancy, Class of 2005) reflects on the warmth, friendships and support that shaped her SMU journey — and what it means to give back as the University continues to grow.

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Is being a smart city enough?

In a Straits Times op-ed, SMU President Professor Lily Kong reflects on why the future of cities must move beyond technology and optimisation towards wisdom, human judgement, inclusion and long-term stewardship.

Read the op-ed: https://sgsmu.com/4eroJd6

AI can personalise learning—but how do we ensure it also strengthens fairness, trust and academic integrity?

As Chair of the ASEAN University Network Thematic Network on Technology-Enhanced Personalised Learning, SMU convened regional educators and policymakers to explore how higher education can adopt AI responsibly while keeping learners at the centre.

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How should research be created, assessed and shared in a rapidly changing world?

Hosted by SMU Libraries, FORCE2026 brought the global scholarly communication community to Singapore for the first time, advancing conversations on research assessment, open scholarship, AI and the future of knowledge sharing.

Read the SMU Newsroom article: https://sgsmu.com/4uXVHqu

Growth begins when you step beyond what feels familiar.

In this episode of From First to Future, Dr Nadir Zafar (Bachelor of Business Management, Class of 2004) and Jolene Tan (Bachelor of Laws, Class of 2025) reflect on how overseas exposure, internships, co-curricular activities and community service shaped their SMU journeys.

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What does the Dear You debate tell us about language, identity and belonging in Singapore?

In a Straits Times commentary, SMU President Professor Lily Kong reflects on how Singapore can retain the strengths of bilingualism while giving heritage languages and dialects a more visible place in cultural life.

Read the commentary: https://sgsmu.com/444gq0M

How can young researchers turn ideas into impact?

At the Singapore Rising Scholars Conference, hosted by the SMU College of Graduate Research Studies, emerging scholars explored how research can move beyond academic inquiry to inform decisions, build partnerships and contribute meaningfully to society.

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For Hong Huazheng (BBM 2010 & MST 2026), art is a way of helping others see our changing world more closely.

In this episode of SMU Changemakers, Huazheng reflects on how business, fine arts, sustainability, and mentorship have shaped his practice — from exploring landscapes to drawing attention to the climate forces that are transforming them.

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SMU has been ranked 5th globally among specialist universities in the QS World University Rankings 2027.

This recognition reflects the collective efforts of our faculty, staff, students, alumni and partners, and our continued commitment to excellence in education, research and global engagement.

As we look ahead, we remain committed to creating meaningful impact through education, research and partnerships.

How did Eko Widianto (MQF 2026) move from engineering and AI into FX trading?

Now an EM FX Trader at Bank of America, Eko shares how interdisciplinary learning, market exposure and the willingness to keep adapting helped shape his transition into global markets.

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SMU alumnus Oh Khoon Seng (BBM 2021) is reimagining his family’s four-decade-old home appliance business for a changing retail landscape.

His journey with Etronin Home reflects how entrepreneurship can take many forms — including modernising a family legacy through digital agility, business judgement and a deep understanding of customer needs.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4av0sR0

Trang Chu Minh (Master of Science in Communication Management, Class of 2015) has built a career around stories that shift perceptions — from human rights advocacy to disability inclusion.

Today, as a management committee member, running guide and coach with Runninghour, she helps build inclusive sports communities where people with disabilities, caregivers and volunteers can move, connect and grow together.

Read more: https://sgsmu.com/3SV1DDb

Who decides what belongs in public space?

Assistant Professor of Sociology (Education) George Wong from the SMU School of Social Sciences joined CNA’s Deep Dive podcast to discuss street art, public complaints and how Singaporeans understand authority in shared spaces.

Watch the CNA Deep Dive podcast episode on YouTube: https://bit.ly/3QM6KVN

As capital markets evolve, closer collaboration between academia, industry and policymakers is becoming increasingly important.

SMU has launched the SMU Capital Markets Research Initiative, bringing together researchers and industry leaders to advance practice-oriented research on the evolving capital markets landscape.

The initiative reflects SMU's commitment to ensuring research remains relevant to real-world challenges while contributing insights that inform practice, policy and education.

Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4gZmdME