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Victorious SMU team with the judges of the 2025 Jessup moot
- SMU 2025 Jessup moot team with the judges after winning the championship trophy since Singapore’s last victory in 2001. The team comprised Lovein Sui (LLB, final year); Elizabeth Ho (LLB, final year); Genieve Wu (LLB, final year); Raelee Toh (LLB, final year); and Erica Wee (LLB, final year). A key factor driving the moot success at SMU YPHSL is the Ian R Taylor International Moots Programme, which has firmly established the law school on the global stage. This programme has nurtured generations of mooters who have earned numerous world-class accolades, enabling it to consistently excel at the most prestigious international moots.
A SMU-X class in collaboration with industry partner SearchAsia
- Adjunct faculty, Mr. Jörg Dietzel from the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, commented on the recommendations presented by students to enhance the brand strategy of industry partner SearchAsia in January 2024. The SMU-X pedagogy offers a transformative approach to business education by seamlessly integrating interdisciplinary learning, industry collaboration, and experiential methodologies. It connects students with real-world projects, fostering innovation and practical problem-solving through engagement with industry partners, complemented by data-driven insights and analytics. This approach empowers students to lead with agility and creativity, preparing them to be future leaders capable of navigating complex global environments. SMU won the Innovation in Business Education Award at the 11th QS Reimagine Education Awards & Conference held in London in December 2024.
At the National Technology Enhanced Learning Conference 2019
- At the National Technology Enhanced Learning Conference 2019.
At the SMU Challenge Walk for Good 2019
- The SMU community at the SMU Challenge Walk for Good 2019.
SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 1
- SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 1 “The New Social Compact: What Is The New Norm?” which featured an esteemed panel of thought leaders including SMU Chairman Mr Ho Kwon Ping and Professor of Sociology and Dean of Students, Paulin Straughan.
SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 3
- SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 3 “Work, Money and Retirement Puzzle: How to solve it?” which featured an esteemed panel of thought leaders including SMU Professor Bryce Hool, Dean of School of Economics & Director of Centre for Research on the Economics of Ageing, Mr Girish Ramachandran, President, Asia Pacific of Tata Consultancy Services, Dr Mary Ann Tsao, Chairman of Tsao Foundation, Mr Heng Chee How, Deputy Secretary-General of NTUC and Moderator Mr Teymoor Nabili.
Tahir Foundation Connexion ground-breaking ceremony
- At the Tahir Foundation Connexion ground-breaking ceremony.
Federal Building
- The Federal Building at Singapore Management University’s interim campus at Bukit Timah. Photo taken on 17 March 2002.
Senior management from the universities in Singapore at the opening of the SMU Arts Fest : 2560
- A rare photograph capturing the senior management from the universities in Singapore, together with the CEO of National Heritage Board and former Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore at the opening of the SMU Arts Fest : 2560. The festival in 2025 commemorates two significant milestones in Singapore’s history: the 25th Anniversary of Singapore Management University and the nation’s 60th birthday. The theme, 2560, carries deep symbolism —“25” celebrates SMU’s remarkable 25-year journey, reflecting the university’s youthful spirit and its aspirations for the future. “60” honours Singapore’s resilience, growth, and identity as a vibrant global city. Together, the theme bridges tradition and innovation, connecting past achievements with future aspirations. The festival also marks an unprecedented historic moment when all eight Singapore universities --NUS, NTU, SIM, SIT, SMU, SUTD, SUSS, and UAS collaborated, united by creativity, to share one stage, powerfully expresses solidarity and inclusivity through the arts. First Row (From L-R): Prof Wei Kwok Kee, SIM President & CEO ; Ms Euleen Goh, SIM Chairman ; Prof Kwok Kian Woon, UAS Vice-Chancellor ; Prof Lily Kong, SMU President ; Mr Piyush Gupta, SMU Chairman ; Dato’ Kho Hui Meng, SMU Board of Trustee ; Ms Chang Hwee Nee, National Heritage Board, CEO ; Mr Heng Swee Keat ; Mr Lee Tzu Yang, SUTD Chairman ; Prof Tan Eng Chye, NUS President Second Row (From L-R): Associate Prof Michelle Lee, SMU Associate Provost, UG Education ; Prof Mark Chong, SMU Associate Dean of Students ; Associate Prof Chan Tze Law, NUS Vice-Dean of Students, Office of Student Affairs and Vice-Dean, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music ; Prof Ho Han Kiat, NUS Dean of Students ; Prof Alan Chan, SMU Provost ; Mr Lim Boon Wee, SMU Senior Vice President (Administration) ; Prof Venky Shankararaman, SMU Vice-Provost, Education ; Associate Prof Themin Suwardy, SMU Associate Provost, PGP Education ; Ms Linette Lim, SMU Director, Office of Admissions and Financial Assistance ; Mr Lee Chin Ek, SMU Director, Office of Safety and Security Third Row (From L-R): Ms Shameen Nilofar Maideen, SMU Libraries, University Librarian ; Prof Sabine Benoit, SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Professor of Marketing (Practice), Associate Dean (Impact) ; Ms Edwina Tang, UAS Deputy Director, Strategic Planning ; Ms Wendy Gwee, NTU Deputy Director, Student Affairs Office ; Ms Zoe Peters, NTU Director, Student Affairs Office ; Mr Jimmy Ye, SMU Director, Office of Student Life ; Mr Harminder Singh, SUSS Vice-Dean of Students ; Mr Kenneth Chan, SIM Director, Student Life ; Mr Lawrenz Sim, SIT Director, Office of SITizen Experience ; Ms Jobina Tan, NUS Senior Associate Director, Office of Student Affairs ; Ms Goh Mia Yang, NUS Senior Associate Dean of Students, Office of Student Affairs
Musician from the Purple Symphony performed alongside SMU students in the orchestral production COMMISSIONS
- The SMU Chinese Orchestra (SMUCO) performed in COMMISSIONS, a concert that celebrates SMU25, SG60 and SMU’s longstanding commitment to commissioning new orchestral works — including three world premieres. Reflecting the university’s support for local talent and its dedication to inclusion, SMU also collaborated with The Purple Symphony for the premiere of Moonbound. In this performance, eight guest musicians from The Purple Symphony were featured, each with different disabilities and each taking on lead or solo roles. Their contributions embodied the values of inclusivity, participation, and the power of collaboration, aligning with SMU’s belief in providing space for every voice and every talent to shine. Pictured is Lucas Ong (wearing a purple tie) playing the zhongruan, a Chinese string instrument with a moon‑shaped body renowned for its warm, mellow, and resonant tone.
Malay wedding ceremony brought to life with vibrant dance performance
- Live, Laugh, Lor brings together all of Singapore’s institutions of higher learning for the first time in a vibrant four‑night collaboration with the Singapore Night Festival, celebrating the heartbeat of contemporary Singaporean identity. The photo showcases student dancers from Ilsa Tari, the Malay dance group from NUS. They brought the traditional Malay wedding ceremony Adat Bersanding to life, complete with expressive customs, lively kompang rhythms, and playful rituals that honour love, blessings, and the richness of Malay heritage. Ilsa Tari is a beginner‑friendly Malay dance group from NUS. Its name is derived from the word Asli—meaning “native”—reflects a bold reimagining of Malay dance that embraces radical creativity while honouring cultural roots. Drawing from traditional Malay dance vocabulary, Ilsa Tari explores contemporary themes and highlights prevailing social issues, pushing the boundaries of expression, innovation, and modernity within the art form.
SMU Eurhythmix reimagines tradition in high‑energy RE:TURN showcase for SMU's Jubilee celebration
- On 20 September 2025, SMU Eurhythmix (EMIX) — the university’s oldest and largest dance club, also celebrating its own 25th anniversary — staged Return of RE:TURN at Drama Centre Theatre. The full-length dance production fused hip hop with classical Malay, Indian, and Chinese dance vocabularies. Under the mentorship of established choreographers, students explored how heritage forms could be reimagined through contemporary movement, creating a dialogue between the past and present. Return of RE:TURN showcased not just the technical skill of SMU’s dancers, but also their ability to use performance as a medium for cultural storytelling. The performance opened with a modern prelude that explores the influence of social media in the dance amongst the youth, using trendy Tik-Tok favourite tracks ranging from K-pop to Billboard hits. At a point, the dancers performed behind a softly lit translucent screen animated with social‑media imagery.
Launch of Oral History website on 13 January 2012
- The Oral History website was launched on 13 January 2012 as part of the Patron's Day activities. From L-R: Ho Kwon Ping, Chairman SMU Board of Trustees, Tony Tan, President and Patron of SMU, Arnoud De Meyer, SMU President.
Patron’s Day 2003
- Student performance at Singapore Management University's Patron's Day celebrations at the Bukit Timah campus on 20 January 2003. The banner behind the performers announces OnTrac, an online career services tool, which was launched to help students prepare for their job searches.
Patron’s Day 2005
- Singapore Idol, Taufik Batisah, performing at Patron’s Day 2005. Photo taken at Singapore Management University's Bukit Timah campus on 21 January 2005.
Patron’s Day 2010
- Singapore President and Singapore Management University Patron S R Nathan showing off his SMU access pass to, from left to right, SMU Trustee Anil Thadani, Claire Chiang and SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping. Patron’s Day 2010 was celebrated at the city campus on 15 January 2010.
The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2018
- The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2018.
Former President of SMU Janice Bellace and Chairman Ho Kwon Ping chatting with SMU Patron President Tony Tan at the 2015 Patron's Day Celebrations
- Former President of SMU Janice Bellace and Chairman Ho Kwon Ping chatting with SMU Patron President Tony Tan at the 2015 Patron's Day Celebrations
Appreciation lunch for Michael Furmston held on August 8 2012
- Appreciation lunch for Michael Furmston held on August 8 2012
SMU students and President Arnoud De Meyer at the 2015 Open House
- Students posing with SMU President Arnoud De Meyer at the opening of the 2015 Open House
The director of Centre for Case Learning Excellence presenting its growth and achievements in a celebratory luncheon for staff and partners
- Dr Havovi Joshi, Director of the Centre for Case Learning Excellence (CCX), highlighted the development and achievements of the centre at a celebratory luncheon on March 2026 to mark a set of key milestones. In addition to the publication of its 500th case, CCX has contributed to Singapore Management University being ranked sixth globally and first in Asia for case impact in the 2025 Financial Times Research Insights Ranking. Two CCX cases were also featured among the Financial Times Top 15 global cases by reach. Notably, SMU remains the only Singapore institution to be consistently placed in the global top 20 since the launch of The Case Centre Impact Index in 2023, ranking 18th in 2025. Established in 2011 as the Case Writing Initiative, the Centre for Management Practice (CMP) was renamed the Centre for Case Learning Excellence (CCX) on 1 July 2025. Based at Singapore Management University (SMU), CCX supports SMU faculty in the development of high-quality teaching cases. These cases are designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience, ranging from undergraduate students to senior corporate executives. Beyond case development, the Centre also translates academic research into practice-oriented insights, showcasing the intellectual contributions of both SMU faculty and prominent Asian decision-makers. CCX’s mission is to position SMU as a university that collaborates closely with industry to foster mutually beneficial partnerships that enhance management learning. Serving as a conduit between management theory and real-world business practice, the Centre enables academic research to be transformed into practical insights that resonate with both scholarly and general audiences.
Student leaders engaging with SMU's Patron and Chairman during Patron's Day 2026
- Students from the SMU Student Association (SMUSA) and the Patron’s Day Organising Committee engaged with President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (front in purple) and SMU Chairman Mr Piyush Gupta (back in brown) at the Campus Green during a campus tour held in conjunction with Patron’s Day on 30 January 2026. Founded in 2000, the Singapore Management University Students’ Association (SMUSA) is a student-run student government body that represents the collective voice of SMU undergraduates. Serving as a bridge between students and School Offices, SMUSA advocates for students’ rights, engages stakeholders to build stronger relationships, and works to enrich campus life by fostering a holistic culture and developing quality student leaders, while continuously strengthening its internal operations through structural and procedural excellence.
In 2026, SMU rebrands Study Abroad Fair as Global Education Fair to reflect expanding international opportunities for students
- In 2026, against a backdrop of growing interest in global and regional exposure, SMU’s annual Study Abroad Fair was rebranded as the Global Education Fair (GE Fair). The refreshed identity reflects the expanding range of international programmes offered by the University and its partner institutions, and underscores SMU’s commitment to nurturing globally agile graduates equipped to thrive in an interconnected world. Held on 28 January 2026 at the University’s basement concourse, the GE Fair was organised by the SMU Centre for Global Education and Opportunities (GEO), a unit within the Academic Services and Operations (ASO) group. This signature GEO event continues to serve as a key gateway for students seeking transformative international experiences, offering insights into study, internship, and overseas immersion opportunities.
Commencement 2007
- Students arriving at Suntec City Convention Centre for Singapore Management University's fourth commencement ceremony on 14 July 2007. A total of 860 degrees were awarded; 108 students earned master's degrees and 752 students earned bachelor's degrees.