Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, SMU President Arnoud De Meyer and incoming SMU Chancellor J.Y Pillay pose together with former Chancellor Yong Pung How at an appreciation dinner to thank him
Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, SMU President Arnoud De Meyer and incoming SMU Chancellor J.Y Pillay pose together with former Chancellor Yong Pung How at an appreciation dinner to thank him for his contributions to SMU
    Collection: People


    Professor Lily Kong at the SMU President State of the University Address 2019
    SMU President Professor Lily Kong with Faculty and staff at the SMU President State of the University Address 2019.
      Collection: People


      International students in the 2024 Exchange Student Ambassador (ESA) Training
      This is a group photo featuring the batch of graduating students from the 2024 Exchange Student Ambassador Training. The Training was first launched in February 2023 to equip exchange students with skills to be an ambassador of SMU through a series of specially curated workshops held over a semester.
        Collection: People


        Professor Venky Shankararaman, recipient of the inaugural SMU-X Excellent Teacher Award in 2018
        Professor Venky Shankararaman from the School of Information Systems (Right) received the inaugural SMU-X Excellent Teacher Award from SMU Provost Professor Lily Kong (Left) at the 2018 State of University Address. The award recognizes faculty who are dedicated to teaching SMU-X courses and collaborating with partners from the private, public, or social sectors to integrate experiential activities where students address real-world issues impacting communities and organizations. Prof Shankararaman, along with Prof Gary Pan from the School of Accountancy, bridges accounting and information systems in the SMU-X Accounting Analytics Capstone, preparing students for future changes in the work landscape. Prof Shankararaman was also acknowledged for assuming the roles of facilitator, negotiator to bolster students' confidence and support their learning in interacting with the real-world.
          Collection: People


          SMU-XO students network with alumni over dinner in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
          While in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, students participating in the SMU-X Overseas (SMU-XO) programme for ECON248 Overseas Project Experience (Macroeconomics in Asia) took advantage of the opportunity to network with SMU alumni working in the city. This allowed them to gain insights into the work culture, environment, and career opportunities in Vietnam, as well as establish valuable contacts for their future endeavors. They were accompanied by the course instructor Ms. Que Hoang-Phuong Vu, Adjunct Lecturer at the School of Economics, SMU (in blue floral blouse).
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            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.
              Collection: National Day Observance Ceremony


              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.
                Collection: National Day Observance Ceremony


                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.
                  Collection: National Day Observance Ceremony


                  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.
                    Collection: National Day Observance Ceremony


                    An SMU maker engages with a guest amid a colourful display of creative handmade accessories and mechandise
                    At SMU Patron’s Day 2026, SMU Maker Ms Kathlynn Ho, a Year 1 undergraduate from the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, engaging a guest at her booth. Inspired by her love for crafting and a desire to bring joy to others, she co-founded a small business with a fellow cat enthusiast, creating and selling handmade accessories and merchandise. A highlight of Singapore Management University’s annual Patron’s Day, the SMU Makers showcase is a curated marketplace featuring entrepreneurial students, alumni, and staff. This year’s showcase brought together 28 makers across 26 booths, presenting an eclectic mix of crafts, fashion, food, lifestyle products, poetry, and handicrafts. With booth spaces provided free of charge, the initiative emphasised the sharing of ideas, creativity, and passions while celebrating the vibrant entrepreneurial spirit of the SMU community.
                      Collection: Patron's Day


                      Purpose
                      Collection celebrating the 25th anniversary Silver Jubilee of SMU


                      Open House 2002
                      One of many student activities on show at Singapore Management University's open house at its Bukit Timah campus on 23 March 2002.
                        Collection: Open House


                        Open House 2002
                        Demonstrating the teaching and learning experience in a seminar-style classroom. Singapore Management University's open house was held at its Bukit Timah campus on 23 March 2002.
                          Collection: Open House


                          City Campus Opening Ceremony
                          At Singapore Management University's city campus opening ceremony on 20 January 2006, left to right, Dean Pang Eng Fong, Dean Pang Yang Hoong, Provost Tan Chin Tiong, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Minister for Education Tharman Shanmugaratnam, Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, Chancellor Richard Hu, SMU President Howard Hunter, Dean Roberto Mariano, Dean Steven Miller, Dean Annie Koh.
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                            Li Ka Shing Library Opening Ceremony
                            Left to right: Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew and Dr Li Ka Shing unveil the commemorative plaque for the new library; it reads, "Knowledge Reshapes Destiny".
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                              Launch of Ink, SMU institutional repository by Paolina Martin
                              Launch of InK, SMU Institutional Repository with Paolina Martin speaking and the launch was held at Li Ka Shing library, Level 5
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                                Students with Angkor Wat during their Business Study Mission in Cambodia, Thailand in 2015
                                Students doing the jump pose with Angkor Wat during their Business Study Mission in Cambodia, Thailand. This is an image of an old photograph submitted by students for the Jump Campaign in 2015, which captures students in jump poses while reflecting a part of their student life at the same time.
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                                  Professor Lily Kong at the official launch of Prinsep Street Residences
                                  Professor Lily Kong and Ms Denise Phua, Mayor of Central Singapore District, at the official launch of Prinsep Street Residences (PSR).
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                                    SMU's Offices at Goldbell Towers
                                    Crowd at opening of Singapore Management University's new offices at Goldbell Towers, Scotts Road on 13 October 1999. In the centre, left to right: President Janice Bellace; Mr John Yip, CEO and Executive Director of Singapore Institute of Management; Chairman Ho Kwon Ping.
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                                      Inaugural Matriculation
                                      Singapore Management University’s first students attend matriculation activities to complete their admission into the university. The inaugural matriculation day was held at the Evans Road building on 24 July 2000.
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                                        DPM Tony Tan Visits SMU
                                        Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan visiting with students in Singapore Management University’s library at the Evans Road building on 8 September 2000. Standing, left to right: Dean Tsui Kai Chong, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, DPM Tony Tan, Trustee Gan See Khem and Deputy President Tan Teck Meng.
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                                          Reflections Talent Show
                                          Participants at Singapore Management University's end-of-year festivities at the Tanglin Community Club in December 2000.
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                                            Professor Arnoud De Meyer’s book launch
                                            SMU launches book “Building Excellence in Higher Education: Singapore's Experience” by Professor Emeritus Arnoud De Meyer
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                                              SMU Launches Overseas Centre in Ho Chi Minh City
                                              Official launch of the Overseas Centre Ho Chi Minh City on 25 June 2024, currently located at The Sentry Sonatus Building, 15 Le Thanh Ton Street, Ben Nghe Ward, District 1, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.
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                                                SMU & Singapore Sports Council Leadership Seminar 2013
                                                SMU President Arnoud De Meyer with Minister Indranee Rajah and other invited guests at the launch of the 2013 Leadership Symposium seminar for future leaders
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