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Student band performers at the 2023 National Day Observance Ceremony
- The photograph features members of The Cauliflowers, a band from SMU SoundFoundry, who performed at the 2023 National Day Observance Ceremony. As Singapore Management University’s premier live music student club and co-curricular activity (CCA), SoundFoundry provides opportunities for passionate student vocalists, instrumentalists, and producers to collaborate through jam sessions, live performances, recording projects, and major campus showcases. During the ceremony, the student musicians played a key role in leading the SMU community of staff and faculty in the singing of beloved National Day songs, helping to create a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere. Their performance inspired a strong sense of unity, pride, and camaraderie, bringing the community together in celebration of Singapore’s nationhood. A cherished presence at the annual event, SoundFoundry has long contributed its musical talent and youthful energy, making it an integral part of SMU’s National Day traditions and celebrations.
Celebrating National Day in 2016 with a burst of streamers
- Staff members of the SMU community join in a festive celebration during the National Day Observance Ceremony on 10 August 2016. Waving miniature Singapore flags, participants gathered in matching national day attire as colourful streamers were released overhead. The occasion demonstrated the community’s enduring spirit and patriotism, with celebrations continuing even as Campus Green underwent redevelopment works.
Flag-raising ceremony at SMU’s National Day Observance Ceremony 2016
- This photograph captures the flag-raising ceremony during Singapore Management University’s National Day Observance Ceremony on 10 August 2016. Due to redevelopment works at Campus Green, the ceremony was held along the covered walkway beneath the Li Ka Shing Library, where staff members gathered in coordinated red T-shirts to sing the national anthem and commemorate Singapore’s National Day. The image reflects a strong sense of community, unity, and national pride among the university community. Prominently positioned at the front of the gathering are Professor Arnoud De Meyer, President of SMU, and Professor Lily Kong, Provost of SMU, leading staff in this annual tradition.
President Lily Kong joins Sound Foundry on stage during 2022 National Day Observance Ceremony
- Professor Lily Kong, President of Singapore Management University, joins student performers from SoundFoundry on stage during the National Day Observance Ceremony on 8 August 2022. Captured in a light-hearted moment, she poses with a cajón alongside the student musicians, reflecting the celebratory atmosphere of the event. Held following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, the ceremony marked a welcome return to in-person community gatherings, symbolising a renewed sense of togetherness, optimism, and campus spirit across the SMU community.
SMU community reunites for National Day Observance Ceremony at campus green following the ease of COVID-19 restrictions in 2022
- The 2022 National Day Observance Ceremony marked one of SMU’s first large-scale community celebrations following the easing of COVID-19 restrictions. Staff with face masks gathered at campus green and enjoyed the opportunity to interact with Professor Lily Kong, SMU President, reflecting a renewed sense of connection, resilience, and togetherness within the university community.
A feast of local flavours and fellowship at SMU National Day Observance Ceremony 2023
- A lively queue formed at the buffet during SMU’s National Day Observance Ceremony on 8 Aug 2023, enjoying a beloved annual tradition that combines festive dining with opportunities for colleagues to connect and celebrate Singapore’s National Day together. The buffet spread featured an assortment of local savoury favourites, including samosas and carrot cake, alongside an enticing selection of traditional nyonya kueh. Among the highlights were Ang Ku Kueh, a glutinous rice flour pastry filled with sweet mashed mung bean paste and shaped using a distinctive tortoise-shell mould; Kueh Lapis, a colourful layered delicacy made from glutinous rice flour, sago flour, and sugar; and Kueh Salat, a popular two-layer cake comprising a base of glutinous rice cooked in coconut milk topped with a fragrant pandan and coconut custard layer.
Flag-raising ceremony at National Day Observance Ceremony 2019
- A sea of red filled Campus Green as SMU staff gathered for the National Day Observance Ceremony on 8 August 2019. Wearing matching T-shirts and holding miniature Singapore flags, the community stood together for the flag-raising ceremony and the singing of the national anthem, commemorating Singapore’s National Day in a display of unity, pride, and belonging.
Awaiting the rising of the flags
- Captured moments before the flag-raising ceremony of the 2018 National Day Observance Ceremony, this photograph shows three flag handlers positioned beside the Singapore and SMU flags, ready to begin one of the event’s key traditions. The scene highlights the ceremonial significance of the occasion and the university community’s collective celebration of Singapore’s National Day.
Professor Lily Kong addresses the SMU Community on the 2022 National Day Observance Ceremony
- Professor Lily Kong, SMU Provost, addresses staff at the Singapore Management University’s National Day Observance Ceremony on 8 August 2018, underscoring the significance of the occasion as staff gathered to commemorate Singapore’s National Day in a spirit of unity, pride, and shared purpose.
SMU leadership unite the community in a stirring rendition of Home at the 2025 National Day Observance Ceremony
- During Singapore Management University’s (SMU) National Day Observance Ceremony in 2025, members of the university’s senior management joined beloved mascot SMOO on stage to lead the SMU community in a spirited sing-along of the National Day classic Home. Accompanied by live performances from student musicians of The Undercurrents, SMU SoundFoundry, and with Singapore flags waving throughout the crowd, the moment captured the collective joy, unity, and national pride that marked Singapore’s SG60 commemorations. Set against a festive backdrop of red-and-white decorations, the performance brought together staff and university leaders in a nostalgic sing-along, highlighting the enduring message of Home and its themes of belonging, unity, and gratitude for Singapore.
Photo booth fun at the National Day celebration in 2016
- A group of SMU staff members strike playful poses at the photo booth during the National Day Observance Ceremony in 2016. Equipped with colourful props, accessories, festive headwear, and matching red SMU T-shirts, they commemorated the occasion with a spirited group photograph that embodies the celebration’s atmosphere of unity, pride, and togetherness.
School of Accountancy staff show their school spirit in red at the 2025 National Day Observance Celebration
- Staff from the School of Accountancy (SOA) proudly donned their school T-shirts during the National Day Observance Ceremony in 7th Aug 2025, having coordinated in advance to showcase their school spirit. With red as SOA’s signature colour, the shirts complemented the celebratory atmosphere of the event, which marked both Singapore’s SG60 diamond jubilee and SMU’s 25th anniversary. A handmade banner brought by the team added a distinctive and personal touch to the celebration, reinforcing the camaraderie, pride, and shared identity of the SOA community. Picture from from left are Mr Benny Teo ; Ms Yap Wei Xian ; Ms Linda Kee ; SMOO the mascot ; Senior Lecturer Kelly Ngo ; Senior Lecturer Chua Wan Rong ; Senior Lecturer Wong Suay Peng, Mr Ruben de Silva (behind), Ms Lim Lih Yeng ; Ms Monica Li ; Ms Leng Tian and Ms Liu Fei.
Exciting crowd around the Kachang Puteh man at the 2025 National Day Observance Ceremony
- At the 2025 National Day Observance Ceremony, excited SMU staff gathered around a vendor serving kachang putih, a beloved traditional street snack comprising an assortment of roasted, fried, and steamed nuts, beans, and crackers presented in paper cones. Popular varieties included sugar-coated peanuts, chickpeas, green peas, and murukku. Introduced to Singapore in the 1940s by immigrants from villages near Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu, India, the trade became a familiar feature of local life. Although now a vanishing trade, kachang putih remains a nostalgic favourite for many who grew up in the 1970s and 1980s, evoking fond memories of Singapore's multicultural heritage and community spirit.
Snapshots of unity and celebration at the 2023 National Day Observance Ceremony
- Staff gathered to mingle, strike playful poses, and capture memorable photographs during the 2023 National Day Observance Ceremony. The interactive photo booth uses green screen technology, participants could pose with colleagues against digitally rendered National Day-themed backgrounds, creating personalised keepsakes that reflected the celebratory spirit and community atmosphere of the event.
Grounded, Growing, Giving: Professor Lily Kong’s National Day reflections in 2026
- Professor Lily Kong (in white), President of SMU, sang a selection of well-loved national day songs with the SMU community during the 2026 National Day Observance Ceremony. In her speech for the event, she reflected on three themes: Grounded, Growing, and Giving. She noted that although SMU is still a relatively young university, it is built on strong foundations rooted in student-centred education and research that contributes meaningfully to society. She highlighted the university’s growth in recent years, including the expansion of its faculty, overseas presence, and campus facilities, emphasizing that such growth is valuable because it enables SMU to deepen its impact and contribution. Professor Kong also underscored the importance of giving back, describing how the university serves society through community service, volunteerism, innovation, entrepreneurship, and the achievements of its graduates. Reflecting on the collective effort behind the institution, she stressed that a university is sustained not only by its faculty, but also by the staff whose often unseen work supports and advances its mission. Her remarks served as a reminder that institutions and communities alike are strengthened by the people whose dedication, service, and shared purpose uphold them every day.
A National Day Observance Ceremony that celebrates both Singapore's diamond jubilee and SMU's 25th anniversary
- Singapore Management University (SMU) commemorated Singapore’s 60th National Day at its National Day Observance Ceremony on 7 August 2025 at the Campus Green, a milestone celebration that coincided with both the nation’s SG60 diamond jubilee and SMU’s 25th anniversary. Bringing together staff and faculty, dressed in red and white, the event featured spirited performances, heartfelt community singing, festive refreshments, and a vibrant display of SMU pride, culminating in a memorable group photo that captured the community united in celebration of Singapore.
Staff posing before the Bodhi Tree in Campus Green on 2019 National Day Observance Ceremony
- This photograph captures a group of Singapore Management University staff members during the National Day Observance Ceremony on 8 August 2019. Wearing National Day T-shirts and holding miniature Singapore flags, the group commemorates the occasion in a display of national pride, unity, and belonging within the SMU community. Prominently featured in the background is SMU’s historic Bodhi Tree (Ficus religiosa), believed to have been planted in the 19th century on the grounds of the former prison complex that once occupied the site. Uprooted in 2005 during the construction of the SMU campus, the tree was carefully preserved, replanted, and integrated into the Campus Green landscape. As a symbol of wisdom, compassion, and hope, the Bodhi Tree serves as a living link between the site’s historical past and SMU’s continuing journey as a modern university.
A celebration of home, belonging, and shared purpose at SMU’s National Day Observance Ceremony 2026
- When asked what makes Singapore special to her at the 2026 National Day Observance Ceremony, Professor Lily Kong, President of SMU, shared that it is the presence of family and friends that truly makes Singapore feel like home. The National Day Observance Ceremony is an annual occasion that brings together SMU staff, faculty, and students in a shared celebration of national identity and community spirit. Held at Campus Green in 2026, the event provided an opportunity for the university community to reflect on its collective journey of learning, growth, and contribution, while reaffirming that the enduring strength of an institution lies not only in its achievements, but also in the people who give it purpose and meaning.
National Day Observance Ceremony in 2019 brings staff together over local food fare and community spirit
- Staff members gathered at Campus Green during Singapore Management University’s National Day Observance Ceremony on 8 August 2019, forming a vibrant sea of red in matching T-shirts. Captured here is one of the event’s cherished traditions, the breakfast buffet, where colleagues queued to enjoy a variety of local favourites, including roti prata with chicken curry, soon kueh, yam cake, and bee hoon. The occasion provided an opportunity for the SMU community to come together in celebration of Singapore’s National Day, fostering camaraderie, community spirit, and a shared sense of national pride.
Nurturing talent beyond the classroom with showcase at the National Day Observance Ceremony 2026
- Professor Lily Kong, President of SMU, together with SMOO, the university mascot, is pictured with student performers from Undercurrents, a band under SoundFoundry, and emcees from Singapore Management University Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE) at the National Day Observance Ceremony held on 6 August 2026. The event highlights SMU’s commitment to providing students with opportunities to pursue their interests, showcase their talents, and develop holistically through participation in campus events and co-curricular activities. SoundFoundry provides a platform for students to pursue and develop their passion for music, offering opportunities to explore instrumental performance, recording, music production, and band dynamics. Established in 2004, Singapore Management University Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE) supports university events and student engagement through its four specialised wings: Campus Emcee Collective, Campus Podcast, Campus Video Production, and Campus Events & Backstage. Together, these student groups contribute to the vibrancy of campus life while nurturing creativity, leadership, and professional skills beyond the classroom.
Professor Lily Kong addresses the SMU Community on the 2022 National Day Observance Ceremony
- Professor Lily Kong, President of Singapore Management University, shares a light-hearted moment with the audience while delivering her National Day address at Campus Green on 8 August 2022. The scene captures the welcoming and celebratory atmosphere of the ceremony, reflecting the unity, resilience, and community spirit that brought the SMU community together in celebration of Singapore’s National Day.
The IITS community at National Day Observance Ceremony 2026
- Integrated Information Technology Services (IITS) is SMU’s strategic technology partner, playing a pivotal role in advancing SMU’s digital transformation by shaping technology strategy, driving innovation, enabling data-informed decision-making, strengthening cyber resilience, and fostering the responsible adoption of emerging technologies. It spearheads the development and delivery of innovative, secure and resilient, digital capabilities that enable the University’s education, research, and administrative missions. As part of a cherished annual tradition, colleagues from Integrated Information Technology Services (IITS) gathered for a commemorative group photograph during the 2026 National Day Observance Ceremony. More than an annual portrait, it captures the people whose dedication, collaboration, and expertise continue to shape SMU's digital future. This photograph commemorates more than a moment in time. It celebrates the collective commitment, resilience, and forward-thinking spirit of the IITS community as they continue to enable innovation, empower the SMU community, and build a secure, connected, and future-ready digital ecosystem.