Dear Fellow Union Members,
The NTUSU Welfare Initiatives Committee (WIC) is proud to present their newest event Share the Happiness: In Collaboration with Singapore Children’s Society!
Share the Happiness is a new welfare initiative that aims to raise funds and collect donations in-kind for the underprivileged communities in Singapore. In this episode of Share the Happiness, NTUSU WIC hopes to raise awareness for the Singapore Children’s Society, the beneficiary of this initiative, and cultivate a sense of giving back to the community.
Singapore Children’s Society protects and nurtures children and youth of all races and religions. In 2018, the Society reached out to 78,433 children, youth and families in need. Established in 1952, its services have evolved to meet the changing needs of children. Today, Children's Society operates 12 service centres islandwide, offering services in the four categories of: Vulnerable Children and Youth, Children and Youth Services, Family Services, and Research and Advocacy.
NTUSU WIC will be supporting Singapore Children’s Society by providing welfare items at the event. In exchange for your cash contribution or donation in-kind*, you will be guaranteed a sure-win chance of winning from an array of cash vouchers and welfare goodies.
Date: 20th Feb 2020, Thursday
Time: 12.30pm – 5pm
Venue: Canopy-K @ North Spine
*Please refer to the attached list of preferred items by the beneficiary
Do bring along your matriculation card for verification purposes on the event day! We hope that you will be support our friends at Singapore Children’s Society – we look forward to seeing you there!
In light of the recent spread of the novel coronavirus, we would like to kindly advise students who are feeling unwell not to attend the event.
For any enquiries, please feel free to contact the Welfare Initiatives Committee at su-wic@e.ntu.edu.sg.
The NTUSU Welfare Initiatives Committee (WIC) is proud to present their newest event Share the Happiness: In Collaboration with Singapore Children’s Society!
Share the Happiness is a new welfare initiative that aims to raise funds and collect donations in-kind for the underprivileged communities in Singapore. In this episode of Share the Happiness, NTUSU WIC hopes to raise awareness for the Singapore Children’s Society, the beneficiary of this initiative, and cultivate a sense of giving back to the community.
Singapore Children’s Society protects and nurtures children and youth of all races and religions. In 2018, the Society reached out to 78,433 children, youth and families in need. Established in 1952, its services have evolved to meet the changing needs of children. Today, Children's Society operates 12 service centres islandwide, offering services in the four categories of: Vulnerable Children and Youth, Children and Youth Services, Family Services, and Research and Advocacy.
NTUSU WIC will be supporting Singapore Children’s Society by providing welfare items at the event. In exchange for your cash contribution or donation in-kind*, you will be guaranteed a sure-win chance of winning from an array of cash vouchers and welfare goodies.
Date: 20th Feb 2020, Thursday
Time: 12.30pm – 5pm
Venue: Canopy-K @ North Spine
*Please refer to the attached list of preferred items by the beneficiary
Do bring along your matriculation card for verification purposes on the event day! We hope that you will be support our friends at Singapore Children’s Society – we look forward to seeing you there!
In light of the recent spread of the novel coronavirus, we would like to kindly advise students who are feeling unwell not to attend the event.
For any enquiries, please feel free to contact the Welfare Initiatives Committee at su-wic@e.ntu.edu.sg.
Welcome to the second part of the U-Insight's Valentine’s Day series, where our writers give (hopefully helpful) tips on how to survive this yearly affair. For the singletons, this one's for you.
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/13/surviving-valentines-day-when-youre-single-af/
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/13/surviving-valentines-day-when-youre-single-af/
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Surviving Valentine’s Day When You’re Single AF
Written by Shermaine Lim Welcome to the second part of U-Insight’s Valentine’s Day trilogy, where our writers give (hopefully helpful) tips on how to survive this yearly affair catered for th…
Dear students,
Have you ever wondered about how human activities can impact our ocean? How can we coexist peacefully with the flora and fauna of the sea? With rising sea levels and temperatures, as well as the increased threat of plastic pollution and ocean acidification, find out how our local marine life has been affected and the preventative measures taken to curb further damage.
Join us on campus as we hear the views of various prominent speakers from the marine conservation scene in our panel discussion, co-organised by NTU Scuba Diving Team and NTU Earthlink. Our guest speakers include Dr. Stephen Summers, a research fellow of SCELSE, Dr. Cheo Pei Rong, the biodiversity manager of the Marine & Coastal Branch under National Parks Board and Mr. Stephen Beng, chair of the Marine Conservation Group of Nature Society Singapore.
Date: 19th Feb 2020, Wednesday
Time: 6pm-7:30pm (Registration opens at 5:30pm)
Theme: Marine Life and Conservation in Singapore
Venue: LHN-TR+15 @ The Arc
There will be a networking and tea session after the discussion. In the interest of being sustainable, we encourage all participants to bring their own non-disposable bowl or plate and cutlery to the event.
If you are interested to attend the ELxDT Panel Discussion, kindly register via this link: https://wis.ntu.edu.sg/webexe88/owa/REGISTER_NTU.REGISTER?EVENT_ID=OA20012410561250
Kindly note that there are limited seats.
We hope to see you there!
Have you ever wondered about how human activities can impact our ocean? How can we coexist peacefully with the flora and fauna of the sea? With rising sea levels and temperatures, as well as the increased threat of plastic pollution and ocean acidification, find out how our local marine life has been affected and the preventative measures taken to curb further damage.
Join us on campus as we hear the views of various prominent speakers from the marine conservation scene in our panel discussion, co-organised by NTU Scuba Diving Team and NTU Earthlink. Our guest speakers include Dr. Stephen Summers, a research fellow of SCELSE, Dr. Cheo Pei Rong, the biodiversity manager of the Marine & Coastal Branch under National Parks Board and Mr. Stephen Beng, chair of the Marine Conservation Group of Nature Society Singapore.
Date: 19th Feb 2020, Wednesday
Time: 6pm-7:30pm (Registration opens at 5:30pm)
Theme: Marine Life and Conservation in Singapore
Venue: LHN-TR+15 @ The Arc
There will be a networking and tea session after the discussion. In the interest of being sustainable, we encourage all participants to bring their own non-disposable bowl or plate and cutlery to the event.
If you are interested to attend the ELxDT Panel Discussion, kindly register via this link: https://wis.ntu.edu.sg/webexe88/owa/REGISTER_NTU.REGISTER?EVENT_ID=OA20012410561250
Kindly note that there are limited seats.
We hope to see you there!
Dear Fellow Union Members,
Do you have ideas on how to improve the school or student life? Or heart-burning issues in regards to the school or student life? Want to make a positive change?
We want to hear from you!
U-Walk, organised by the Student Engagement Committee and Relations Committee, is NTUSU's commitment to you in ensuring that your opinion is taken into account and acted upon for the betterment of your campus experience in NTU. Our Executive Committee members and Ussociates will be roaming around areas at North Spine and South Spine to hear from you and your valuable feedback – let’s work towards making NTU a better place together!
Date: 18 & 20 February 2020 (Tuesday and Thursday of Week 6)
Time: 9AM - 5PM
Venue: North Spine and South Spine
Be part of the change and see you there!
Should you have any enquiries, please write in to su-see@e.ntu.edu.sg or su-feedback@e.ntu.edu.sg.
Do you have ideas on how to improve the school or student life? Or heart-burning issues in regards to the school or student life? Want to make a positive change?
We want to hear from you!
U-Walk, organised by the Student Engagement Committee and Relations Committee, is NTUSU's commitment to you in ensuring that your opinion is taken into account and acted upon for the betterment of your campus experience in NTU. Our Executive Committee members and Ussociates will be roaming around areas at North Spine and South Spine to hear from you and your valuable feedback – let’s work towards making NTU a better place together!
Date: 18 & 20 February 2020 (Tuesday and Thursday of Week 6)
Time: 9AM - 5PM
Venue: North Spine and South Spine
Be part of the change and see you there!
Should you have any enquiries, please write in to su-see@e.ntu.edu.sg or su-feedback@e.ntu.edu.sg.
Check this out: the newly revamped Yunnan Garden has officially opened in NTU on 13 Feb, boasting a vast space of waterscapes and greenery. Haven’t had a chance to see it in its full glory? Read on to find out more!
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/18/ntu-yunnan-garden-new-2020-chinese-heritage-centre/
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/18/ntu-yunnan-garden-new-2020-chinese-heritage-centre/
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NTU's Historic Yunnan Garden: Newer, Bigger And More High-Tech -
The newly revamped Yunnan Garden has officially opened in NTU on 13 Feb, boasting a vast space of waterscapes and greenery.
Dear Fellow Union Members,
Didn't manage to catch us on Day 1 of U-Walk? Let your voice be heard tomorrow! U-Walk, organised by the Student Engagement Committee and Relations Committee, is NTUSU's commitment to you in ensuring that your opinion is taken into account and acted upon for the betterment of your campus experience in NTU. Our Executive Committee members and Ussociates will be roaming around areas at North Spine and South Spine to hear from you and your valuable feedback – let’s work towards making NTU a better place together!
Date: 20 February 2020
Time: 9AM - 5PM
Venue: North Spine and South Spine
Be part of the change and see you there!
Should you have any enquiries, please write in to su-see@e.ntu.edu.sg or su-feedback@e.ntu.edu.sg.
Didn't manage to catch us on Day 1 of U-Walk? Let your voice be heard tomorrow! U-Walk, organised by the Student Engagement Committee and Relations Committee, is NTUSU's commitment to you in ensuring that your opinion is taken into account and acted upon for the betterment of your campus experience in NTU. Our Executive Committee members and Ussociates will be roaming around areas at North Spine and South Spine to hear from you and your valuable feedback – let’s work towards making NTU a better place together!
Date: 20 February 2020
Time: 9AM - 5PM
Venue: North Spine and South Spine
Be part of the change and see you there!
Should you have any enquiries, please write in to su-see@e.ntu.edu.sg or su-feedback@e.ntu.edu.sg.
Wonder how Singapore is planning to tackle climate change? Read on to find out more on what happened during Youth Talk 2020, a forum which encouraged students to participate in voicing their concerns and opinions about the global issue with Dr. Amy Khor, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Health, Ministry of the Environment and Water Resources.
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/20/climate-change-in-2020-how-singapore-is-tackling-it/
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/20/climate-change-in-2020-how-singapore-is-tackling-it/
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Climate Change in 2020: How Singapore is Tackling It -
How is Singapore tackling climate change? What are some upcoming climate policies? These were some of the topics discussed at the Ministerial forum for Open Discussion and Events.
What better way to give back to the community than to contribute much-needed funds and daily essentials to less fortunate children in Singapore? Held on February 20, 2020, Share The Happiness by NTUSU’s Welfare Initiatives Committee helped to collect cash contributions and donation items for the beneficiaries of Singapore Children’s Society.
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/26/share-the-happiness-2020-a-ntusu-welfare-x-donation-drive/
https://u-insight.com/2020/02/26/share-the-happiness-2020-a-ntusu-welfare-x-donation-drive/
While recess week is a time for you to catch up on studies, don't forget to take a break and recharge yourself! From book festivals and triathlons, to cherry blossom displays and ballet performances, you'll find yourself renewed with energy to tackle the second half of the semester.
https://u-insight.com/2020/03/02/things-do-do-in-march-2020-singapore-ntu-recess-week/
https://u-insight.com/2020/03/02/things-do-do-in-march-2020-singapore-ntu-recess-week/
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6 Things To Do In March: Recess Week Edition
While recess week is a time for you to catch up on studies, don’t forget to take a break and recharge yourself. From book festivals and triathlons, to cherry blossom displays and ballet perfo…
Dear Fellow Union Member,
Keen to take a trip around the world but don’t know where to start? We have the answer for you right here in NTU!
Confluence 2020 is an annual 1-day exhibition that aims to promote cultural integration and exploration among students, through tangible experiences.
We have exciting activities from the likes of Singapore, Malawi and South Korea lined up for your enjoyment! Also stand a chance to bring home attractive prizes by completing a simple cultural pop quiz at the end of the cultural exploration!
Date: 12th March 2020 (Thursday)
Time: 11am – 7pm
Location: Canopy Stage @ North Spine Plaza
What are you waiting for? Register here now!
In light of the COVID-19 situation, we would like to kindly advise students who are feeling unwell not to attend the event.
Keen to take a trip around the world but don’t know where to start? We have the answer for you right here in NTU!
Confluence 2020 is an annual 1-day exhibition that aims to promote cultural integration and exploration among students, through tangible experiences.
We have exciting activities from the likes of Singapore, Malawi and South Korea lined up for your enjoyment! Also stand a chance to bring home attractive prizes by completing a simple cultural pop quiz at the end of the cultural exploration!
Date: 12th March 2020 (Thursday)
Time: 11am – 7pm
Location: Canopy Stage @ North Spine Plaza
What are you waiting for? Register here now!
In light of the COVID-19 situation, we would like to kindly advise students who are feeling unwell not to attend the event.
Dear Fellow Union Members,
Stay up to date with the latest campus happenings and updates from NTUSU on #AskNTUSU! We will also be addressing frequently asked questions and concerns from the NTU student body.
Have any questions or concerns? We want to hear from you! Write in to su-feedback@e.ntu.edu.sg or drop us a message on Instagram or Facebook.
Stay up to date with the latest campus happenings and updates from NTUSU on #AskNTUSU! We will also be addressing frequently asked questions and concerns from the NTU student body.
Have any questions or concerns? We want to hear from you! Write in to su-feedback@e.ntu.edu.sg or drop us a message on Instagram or Facebook.
What are some precautionary measures the school and NTUSU have undertaken in light of COVID-19?
The school has implemented several measures in light of the COVID-19 situation. These include precautions to safeguard students' health and safety:
- Mandatory Temperature Taking exercise
- Temperature Screening Stations around school with higher human traffic
- Movement to Online Classes for classes with more than 50 people
- Events limited to 50 participants within the venue
- Organisers instructed to ensure minimal interaction and contact between participants
- Tour agencies informed to refrain from bringing tourists into campus premises
While other precautionary measures taken to aid in contact tracing should potential cases arise:
- Venue QR Code Scanning
- Update of contact information and travel declaration
Additionally, NTUSU has also been in weekly meetings with the school management to address students' feedback and concerns. For one, NTUSU has requested for additional sanitation measures for high volume areas like tutorial rooms and canteens and this has been implemented by the university.
NTUSU will continue to provide regular updates and inform students to adopt additional precautionary measures, where necessary, while ensuring minimal disruptions to students’ daily activities.
The school has implemented several measures in light of the COVID-19 situation. These include precautions to safeguard students' health and safety:
- Mandatory Temperature Taking exercise
- Temperature Screening Stations around school with higher human traffic
- Movement to Online Classes for classes with more than 50 people
- Events limited to 50 participants within the venue
- Organisers instructed to ensure minimal interaction and contact between participants
- Tour agencies informed to refrain from bringing tourists into campus premises
While other precautionary measures taken to aid in contact tracing should potential cases arise:
- Venue QR Code Scanning
- Update of contact information and travel declaration
Additionally, NTUSU has also been in weekly meetings with the school management to address students' feedback and concerns. For one, NTUSU has requested for additional sanitation measures for high volume areas like tutorial rooms and canteens and this has been implemented by the university.
NTUSU will continue to provide regular updates and inform students to adopt additional precautionary measures, where necessary, while ensuring minimal disruptions to students’ daily activities.
Dear Fellow Union Members,
Bring your “A” game to WE-Play! We’re looking for the best gamer in NTU! Join us for a night of fun with exciting games – compete in Mario Kart, Table Tennis and FIFA and stand a chance to walk away with attractive prizes!
Date: 16 March 2020, Monday
Time: 7PM to 10PM
Venue: Student Activities Center
Sign up here now! Do note that there will be a $2 registration fee – all proceeds will go to U-Fund.
Bring your “A” game to WE-Play! We’re looking for the best gamer in NTU! Join us for a night of fun with exciting games – compete in Mario Kart, Table Tennis and FIFA and stand a chance to walk away with attractive prizes!
Date: 16 March 2020, Monday
Time: 7PM to 10PM
Venue: Student Activities Center
Sign up here now! Do note that there will be a $2 registration fee – all proceeds will go to U-Fund.