How can universities better understand and demonstrate their value to society?
The inaugural SMU-LSE Global Forum explored this question while marking a new chapter in the partnership between both universities.
Three joint research projects were also announced across urban sustainability, AI and leadership, and healthy ageing.
Read the full media release: https://sgsmu.com/4A5uVA8
The inaugural SMU-LSE Global Forum explored this question while marking a new chapter in the partnership between both universities.
Three joint research projects were also announced across urban sustainability, AI and leadership, and healthy ageing.
Read the full media release: https://sgsmu.com/4A5uVA8
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How might India and China’s evolving roles shape Asia’s future?
That question opened SMU’s inaugural Asia Ready Conversations dialogue, featuring Mr R. Gopalakrishnan, former Executive Director of Tata Sons and former Vice Chairman of Unilever.
Drawing on decades of business experience, he explored both economies through the lenses of trade, culture and strategic thought.
Read more about the inaugural dialogue and SMU’s new Asia Ready Conversations series: https://sgsmu.com/4r5lNrf
That question opened SMU’s inaugural Asia Ready Conversations dialogue, featuring Mr R. Gopalakrishnan, former Executive Director of Tata Sons and former Vice Chairman of Unilever.
Drawing on decades of business experience, he explored both economies through the lenses of trade, culture and strategic thought.
Read more about the inaugural dialogue and SMU’s new Asia Ready Conversations series: https://sgsmu.com/4r5lNrf
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Singapore residents strongly believe that keeping Singapore clean is everyone’s responsibility — but fewer are willing to participate in wider community cleanliness efforts.
The latest Public Cleanliness Satisfaction Survey by SMU highlights the gap between personal responsibility and collective action.
Explore what the findings reveal about sustaining Singapore’s cleanliness culture: https://sgsmu.com/4r5lNrf
The latest Public Cleanliness Satisfaction Survey by SMU highlights the gap between personal responsibility and collective action.
Explore what the findings reveal about sustaining Singapore’s cleanliness culture: https://sgsmu.com/4r5lNrf
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What could a foldable iPhone reveal about Apple’s next chapter?
SMU Associate Professor of Marketing Thomas Allard from the SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business examines why the launch goes beyond a new form factor, as Apple navigates advances in AI and stronger competition from Asian smartphone brands.
Read his commentary on what continues to set Apple apart in Asia: https://sgsmu.com/4xVO9XE
SMU Associate Professor of Marketing Thomas Allard from the SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business examines why the launch goes beyond a new form factor, as Apple navigates advances in AI and stronger competition from Asian smartphone brands.
Read his commentary on what continues to set Apple apart in Asia: https://sgsmu.com/4xVO9XE
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Some impact happens quietly — through systems that hold, processes that work, and people who work better together.
In this SMU Impact Story, Toshin Sequeira (Bachelor of Science (Economics), Class of 2019) reflects on public policy, government advisory and why meaningful change often takes the long game.
Explore Toshin’s story via the link below: https://sgsmu.com/4xSvhsh
In this SMU Impact Story, Toshin Sequeira (Bachelor of Science (Economics), Class of 2019) reflects on public policy, government advisory and why meaningful change often takes the long game.
Explore Toshin’s story via the link below: https://sgsmu.com/4xSvhsh
Before Brain Juice Collective had a name, Tiziana Tan (BBM, Class of 2017) was already laying its foundations as an SMU student.
A decade on, she reflects on how questioning assumptions, investing in people and staying grounded in her values have shaped the organisation—and why human judgement matters as technology changes how we work.
Read her story: https://sgsmu.com/4cHss4W
A decade on, she reflects on how questioning assumptions, investing in people and staying grounded in her values have shaped the organisation—and why human judgement matters as technology changes how we work.
Read her story: https://sgsmu.com/4cHss4W
It took 300 emails to more than 100 US companies for Jayce Lye, a student at the SMU School of Computing and Information Systems, to secure his first self-sourced internship.
More SMU students are creating their own opportunities. Huo Yasi, Deputy Director of the SMU Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, estimates that successful self-sourced internships have doubled in just over three years, reflecting a growing desire for greater choice and autonomy.
Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3UQ8ZsO
More SMU students are creating their own opportunities. Huo Yasi, Deputy Director of the SMU Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, estimates that successful self-sourced internships have doubled in just over three years, reflecting a growing desire for greater choice and autonomy.
Read the full story: https://bit.ly/3UQ8ZsO
The Straits Times
The self-made intern: Why Gen Zs are self-sourcing internships in the US
Gen Z Singaporeans are increasingly self-sourcing US internships in AI, fintech and startups, overcoming challenges for career growth and global exposure. Read more at straitstimes.com. Read more at straitstimes.com.
Three consecutive rises in Asia have brought the SMU MBA to its highest regional position yet — 3rd in Asia and 41st globally in the 2027 QS Global MBA Rankings.
Alongside growing employer recognition, the programme ranks 4th in Asia for Thought Leadership. Its latest graduate employment survey also found that 86% of MBA students secured employment within six months of graduation.
Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4xrv0vo
Alongside growing employer recognition, the programme ranks 4th in Asia for Thought Leadership. Its latest graduate employment survey also found that 86% of MBA students secured employment within six months of graduation.
Read more: https://sgsmu.com/4xrv0vo
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SMU has received the Line of Business Transformation Award at the SAP Customer Excellence Awards for Southeast Asia 2026.
The award recognises Project Optimus, SMU’s digital transformation initiative to modernise core platforms, streamline workflows and build a stronger foundation for future innovation.
Explore how Project Optimus is advancing SMU’s digital transformation journey: https://sgsmu.com/4xVrkmT
The award recognises Project Optimus, SMU’s digital transformation initiative to modernise core platforms, streamline workflows and build a stronger foundation for future innovation.
Explore how Project Optimus is advancing SMU’s digital transformation journey: https://sgsmu.com/4xVrkmT
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Preparing for quantum computing means starting well before the technology fully arrives.
Associate Professor Paul Griffin from the SMU School of Computing and Information Systems explains why Singapore's financial institutions should begin building quantum-safe talent now.
Read the full commentary: https://sgsmu.com/4xyKfD4
Associate Professor Paul Griffin from the SMU School of Computing and Information Systems explains why Singapore's financial institutions should begin building quantum-safe talent now.
Read the full commentary: https://sgsmu.com/4xyKfD4
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What helps hospitals earn patients’ trust?
SMU Indonesia brought this question into conversation with Indonesia’s Ministry of Health through a masterclass led by SMU Executive Development — connecting the University’s expertise with the decisions facing local healthcare leaders.
Read the full story.: https://sgsmu.com/4haqzyW
SMU Indonesia brought this question into conversation with Indonesia’s Ministry of Health through a masterclass led by SMU Executive Development — connecting the University’s expertise with the decisions facing local healthcare leaders.
Read the full story.: https://sgsmu.com/4haqzyW
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"I wanted to give back to the community, not just benefit from it."
Meet Axel Tan (Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), Class of 2026), who was previously the Vice President of the SMU Whitehat Society. From leading cybersecurity outreach and training initiatives to winning the SMU Ellipsis Tech Series hackathon and earning the CIRCLE Award for Commitment, Axel's journey was shaped by stepping outside his comfort zone and building things together with his community.
Watch the video on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube.
Meet Axel Tan (Bachelor of Science (Computer Science), Class of 2026), who was previously the Vice President of the SMU Whitehat Society. From leading cybersecurity outreach and training initiatives to winning the SMU Ellipsis Tech Series hackathon and earning the CIRCLE Award for Commitment, Axel's journey was shaped by stepping outside his comfort zone and building things together with his community.
Watch the video on Instagram, TikTok or YouTube.
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"What truly roots us are our values."
That was the message from Guest of Honour Mr Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Social and Family Development, at the SMU's CIRCLEs Bazaar, where students brought campus culture to life through spirited, values-driven activities. As AI continues to reshape how we work and learn, his words offered a timely reminder that character remains a constant.
Read the full story here: https://sgsmu.com/4rkoZ2n
That was the message from Guest of Honour Mr Eric Chua, Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Ministry of Law and Ministry of Social and Family Development, at the SMU's CIRCLEs Bazaar, where students brought campus culture to life through spirited, values-driven activities. As AI continues to reshape how we work and learn, his words offered a timely reminder that character remains a constant.
Read the full story here: https://sgsmu.com/4rkoZ2n
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