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The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2019
- The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2019.
President S R Nathan inaugurates First Patron's Day
- Singapore President S R Nathan, the first patron of SMU, cutting the cake at Singapore Management University's inaugural Patron’s Day celebration. To his left are SMU President Janice Bellace and SMU Provost Tan Chin Tiong. The event was held on 12 January 2001 at the Evans Road building.
Patron’s Day 2009
- Singapore Management University President Howard Hunter presenting an award to an SMU student ambassador at Patron's Day 2009. The sign on the right describes PYXIS, SMU's digital library, which was launched by Singapore President and SMU Patron S R Nathan. Patron's Day 2009 was celebrated at the city campus on 6 February 2009.
Patron's Day
- Collection on the annual celebration of Patron's Day which commemorates the incorporation of SMU in January 2000
Commencement 2010
- Provost and Deputy President Rajendra Srivastava presenting the salutatorian award to Tan Lay Khim who graduates summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in accountancy and a bachelor's degree in business management. Singapore Management University's seventh commencement ceremony was held at Resorts World Convention Centre on 21 July 2010.
Commencement 2012
- Faculty from the School of Law in the opening procession at Singapore Management University's ninth commencement ceremony. Left to right: Associate Professor Tham Chee Ho; Professor Michael Furmston, Dean, School of Law; and Associate Professor George Shenoy. The pioneer batches of 106 Bachelor of Laws students and 18 Juris Doctor students received their degrees at Commencement 2012.
Prof Lily Kong at the SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2019
- Professor Lily Kong at the SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2019.
SMU graduates at SMU Commencement 2017
- SMU graduates at SMU Commencement 2017.
Commencement 2004
- Deputy Prime Minister Dr Tony Tan addressing students at Singapore Management University's inaugural commencement ceremony held on 10 July 2004. Three hundred and nine students from the pioneer class of undergraduates were awarded bachelor's degrees in business management or accountancy. Twenty-one students earned double bachelor's degrees. In addition, the ceremony also marked the graduation of forty-one students who earned master of science in applied finance degrees. The event was held at Raffles City Convention Centre.
Launch of ISES on 18 July 2007
- Group photograph of key people involved in the launch of the Institute of Service Excellence @ SMU on 18 July 2007. Front row L-R: Elim Chew, Jennie Chua, Ramond Lim, Tan Suee Chieh, Tan Chin Tiong
iGlobal organised by Lien Centre in collaboration with United World College of South East Asia and the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre to demonstrate an alternative student-centred approach to service-learning in Community Involvement Projects
- iGlobal was organised by Lien Centre, from January to May 2010, in collaboration with United World College of South East Asia and the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre on a pilot project to demonstrate an alternative student-centred approach to service-learning in Community Involvement Projects. The project involved secondary school students from four local and two international schools.
SMU and Wharton Sign Five-Year Agreement
- Professor Tan Teck Meng, SMU Deputy President and Provost, and Professor Janice Bellace, Deputy Dean, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, sign a five-year collaboration agreement in the areas of curriculum and course design, faculty development, and student exchange. This agreement follows an earlier memorandum of understanding signed in January 1998. Ho Kwon Ping, Chairman SMU Executive Committee, is looking on. Agreement was signed on 2 February 1999 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
Agreement with Ritsumeikan University
- On the first day of classes, Singapore Management University launched its international exchange programme for students by signing a memorandum of understanding with Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University from Oita Prefecture, Japan. This is the first of many agreements with overseas institutions to increase the global perspective and cultural experiences of SMU undergraduates. Photo taken on 1 August 2000.
Ho Rih Hua Lecture: Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew
- Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew speaking at Singapore Management University's Ho Rih Hwa Leadership in Asia Public Lecture Series. He gave the inaugural address, entitled An Entrepreneurial Culture for Singapore. The lecture series presents the views of entrepreneurs, business and political leaders from within and beyond the Asia-Pacific region. Photo taken at Suntec City Convention Centre on 5 February 2002.
SMU President Arnoud De Meyer and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi at the 2013 Ho Rih Hwa Lecture Series
- SMU President Arnoud De Meyer and Daw Aung San Suu Kyi addressing the audience in a dialogue session as part of the Ho Rih Hwa Lecture Series jointly organised with the Singapore Chinese Chamber of Commerce and Industry
Representatives from Seoul National University engaging students at the Global Education Fair 2026
- The photo shows representatives from Seoul National University engaging with students at the Global Education Fair, held in January 2026 at SMU’s basement concourse. The Asia Pavilion—a curated cluster spotlighting partner universities from China, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and Thailand—attracted large numbers of students and highlighted the growing interest in regional opportunities. This focus reflects SMU’s commitment to deepening engagement within Asia. Through these programmes, students gain exposure to Asia’s diverse cultures and socioeconomic landscapes, building region specific knowledge and cross-cultural competencies that are highly valued by employers both locally and globally.
Early adminission advertisment with unconventional highlights on SMU's unique and revolutionary education
- In this series of admissions advertisements launched by Singapore Management University (SMU) in 2003, prospective students are invited to embrace an unconventional, intriguing, and undaunted learning journey under the tagline “Experiencing the SMU Spirit.” Created to foreground what distinguished SMU from more traditional institutions, the campaign deliberately shifted attention away from the usual markers of university prestige—grades, rankings, and academic accolades—and toward something more immediate and human: the confidence, enthusiasm, and mindset of SMU students. In doing so, the students themselves became the campaign’s most compelling evidence of SMU’s unique and progressive educational approach. The advertisements also crystallised four core qualities the university sought to cultivate: a heart grounded in empathy and support for the less privileged; a deep appreciation for life; spirit and soul expressed through generosity and sharing; and passion that fuels persistence and achievement. These ideals were voiced through individual student testimonies as a vivid embodiment of the values the campaign championed — Ms Jenny Foo (Heart); Mr Tan Chee Wee (Life); Mr Joven Lai (Life); Mr Jeremy Nguee (Soul); Mr Richard Ho (Passion) and Johnny Tay (Passion).
Early adminission advertisment with unconventional highlights on SMU's unique and revolutionary education
- In 2004, Singapore Management University (SMU) unveiled a bold series of admission advertisements under the tagline “Get the SMU edge, make a difference.” Designed to spotlight what set the university apart, the campaign moved beyond traditional branding that typically highlights academic achievement alone. Instead, SMU positioned its students’ confidence, enthusiasm, and mindset as living testimonials of its unique and revolutionary educational approach. With a playful, contemporary visual style, the advertisements echoed SMU’s interactive, broad-based pedagogy and its emphasis on developing self-assured graduates. The campaign featured a range of testimonies, including students (Mr Lim Kong Wee and Mr Darren Lim), faculty (Prof Steven Miller), an industry partner (PricewaterhouseCoopers, represented by Deborah Ong), alumnus Tan Siang Leng, and even a proud parent—each captured in lively poses that reinforced the message of youthful ambition and possibility.
A career coach engaged a student in a one-to-one conversation at the 2025 Careers Day
- Meaningful career conversations took centre stage at the SMU Careers Day in September 2025, as career coaches from the Dato’ Kho Hui Meng Career Centre (DKHMCC) engaged students in one‑to‑one discussions on their career aspirations and next steps. The photo featured Mr Tan Poon Kian, Assistant Director with DKHMCC in conversation with a student. Through personalised guidance and practical insights, students received tailored advice on career planning, skill development and navigating the job market. These coaching interactions underscore the Career Centre’s commitment to empowering students with the clarity and confidence to make informed career decisions.
Inaugural run of ASEAN Internship Programme Plus in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
- Students participating in the inaugural ASEAN Internship Programme Plus (AIP+) in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, had the opportunity to visit a local business and gain firsthand insights into how agriculture contributes to economic growth and supports rural livelihoods. They also studied at Vietnam National University to gain insights into Vietnam’s politics, economy, and society. Launched in May 2025, the AIP+ programme is jointly managed by the Centre for Global Education and Opportunities (GEO) and the Dato’ Kho Hui Meng Career Centre (DKHMCC). It aims to enhance students' employability and global readiness through internships at ASEAN companies. Students are introduced to ASEAN cities with high business potential, providing them with an understanding of the companies, challenges, opportunities, and the business culture and landscape. They are also given opportunities to acclimatize to the city and country, and to build contacts in their assigned location.
Celebrating 25 Years of Impact: An Inspired Journey
- From an ambitious idea to a trailblazer in education, research, and innovation—SMU has spent 25 years pushing boundaries, creating impact, and empowering future-ready changemakers. Celebrating the evolution of Singapore Management University since its inception in 2000, this video features interviews with founders, pioneers, students, alumni and partners who have fuelled our journey as they reminisce their unique experiences with the University.
Leading Global Institutions launch alliance to advance human-centric urban research
- The founding members of the Global Alliance on Sustainable Urban Societies are (R-L) Prof Orlando Woods, Director, Urban Institute, Singapore Management University, Prof Karen Chapple, Director, The School of Cities, University of Toronto, Prof Cathy Oke, Director, Melbourne Centre for Cities, Prof Loretta Lees, Director, The Initiative on Cities, Boston University, Prof Hyun Bang Shin, Head of Department, Department of Geography and Environment, The London School of Economics and Political Science. Five globally respected academic institutions have come together to launch the Global Alliance on Sustainable Urban Societies – a pioneering initiative that places people at the heart of urban research and policymaking. The partnership was announced on 1st July 2025 at the Singapore Management University (SMU) City Dialogues held in Vienna, taking place as part of the Mayors Forum of the World Cities Summit 2025. The alliance aims to deepen understanding of how city dwellers sense, navigate and shape the urban environments they inhabit. This includes examination of the social and cultural norms, social networks and economic linkages – the “soft infrastructures” – that underpin resilient and sustainable cities.
SMU and Tax Academy of Singapore established the Singapore Tax Academy Research Initiative on 11 Aug 2025
- (From left to right) Assistant Professor Vincent Ooi, Professor Lee Pey Woan, both from Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL), Singapore Management University ; Mr Dennis Lui, CEO and Ms Eunice Toh from the Tax Academy of Singapore. Singapore Management University (SMU) Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL) and Tax Academy of Singapore announced the establishment of the Singapore Tax Academy Research Initiative (STARI) which will be undertaken by YPHSL’s Centre for Commercial Law in Asia. Supported by a grant from the Tax Academy of Singapore, this initiative aims to both contribute to the international tax academic community and serve the body of tax professionals in Singapore through three main streams of work: 1) conduct world-class international tax research; 2) develop local academic capacity in taxation; and 3) build links with international thought-leaders in taxation.
Students showcasing their recommendations on improving the management of intergenerational diversity in the operation of Nestle Singapore
- During the 2019 showcase of students' final presentations for the SMU-X course Managing Diversity in Asia, Assistant Professors Aidan Wong (left) and Charlotte Setijadi (second from left) from the School of Social Sciences reviewed the work of a group of students. The students worked with Nestle Singapore and recommends various solutions in enhancing gender diversity and inclusion in its workplace. The course, in collaboration with the School of Social Sciences, aims to equip students with the necessary skills to become effective and empathetic managers of people in dynamic multicultural environments. In the course, students will learn analytical frameworks that will enable them to gain deeper understanding of existing problems to do with inequality and diversity in contemporary Asian societies.
Guest-of-Honour Dr Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State for Education, and Sustainability and the Environment, speaking at the launch of Resilient Workfirces Institute
- Dr Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Education and Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment, graced the launch of the Resilient Workforces Institute (ResWORK) in Singapore Management University as Guest-of-Honour. In his remarks, Dr Janil highlighted the importance of partnerships with industry, enabled by research, in overcoming workforce disruptions brought about by artificial intelligence (AI) and digital technologies.