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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.
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.
SMU launches Urban Institute focused on the study of Asian cities
- New institute will craft a multi- and interdisciplinary research agenda organised around the key themes of Urban Infrastructure, Urban Growth and Urban Life. From L-R: Assoc Prof Orlando Woods, Director of SMU Urban Institute; Prof Timothy Clark, Provost of SMU; Mr Piyush Gupta, SMU Chairman; Ms Sim Ann, Senior Minister of State for Foreign Affairs and National Development; Prof Lily Kong, President of SMU; Prof Archan Misra, Vice Provost (Research) of SMU.
Professor Tan Chin Tiong (in red), Provost of SMU, cycling with staff and students in the inaugural SMU Challenge
- SMU Challenge is the university's annual community outreach event that provides students with opportunities to interact with beneficiaries on a personal level, understand underlying societal issues and needs, and gain deeper insights to support these beneficiaries throught their community service projects. The first SMU Challenge in 2008, organized by SMU Students' Association, is a cyclethon held in the Atrium of Plaza Singapura. Its goal was to pedal 50,000km collectively in 30 hours on 120 stationery bikes to raise funds for the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Singapore.
Launch of the Dato' Kho Hui Meng Career Centre in 2012
- SMU President Arnoud De Meyer (left) and SMU Board of Trustee Dato' Kho Hui Meng (right) at the launch of the Career Centre named in honor of Dato' Kho Hui Meng's generous contribution to the University. The Dato' Kho Hui Meng Career Centre (DKHMCC) collaborates with employers to empower students in shaping their career paths through personalized support, workshops, and networking opportunities, enhancing their skills and confidence for the workforce.
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.
SMU received contribution from Equinix to advance applied research under ResWORK
- At the launch of the SMU Resilient Workforces Institute (ResWORK) in January 2026, SMU received a contribution of S$450,000 from Equinix to advance applied research under ResWORK. The funding will support a flagship systemic research project on occupational exposure to AI within Singapore’s labour market. The photo captures the presentation of research contribution from Equinix to ResWORK, represented by Ms Leong Yee May, Managing Director of Equinix (left), and Professor Archan Misra, Vice Provost of Research and Interim Director of ResWORK (right).
Professor Lily Kong and Mr Jack Dorsey at the SMU Presidential Distinguished Lecture Series 2019
- SMU President Professor Lily Kong and Twitter Co-founder Mr Jack Dorsey at the SMU Presidential Distinguished Lecturer Series 2019.
Enterprise & Entrepreneur Series by SMU and The EDB Society Part 1
- Finance Minister Mr Heng Swee Keat at the launch of the Enterprise & Entrepreneur Series by SMU and The EDB Society.
Professor Lily Kong at SMU City Dialogues inaugural edition 2019
- SMU President Professor Lily Kong at SMU City Dialogues inaugural edition 2019.
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
SMU’s Co-Curricular Transcript wins Gold at QS Reimagine Education Awards 2025
- Singapore Management University (SMU) has been awarded the Gold Award in the Nurturing Employability category at the QS Reimagine Education Awards 2025, in recognition of its groundbreaking Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT), a pioneering University-wide initiative that makes visible the skills and competencies students develop through experiential, out-of-classroom learning. The win underscores the CCT’s innovation, real-world impact, and scalability. Developed by the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS), the Co-Curricular Transcript is a first-of-its-kind initiative in Singapore that complements the academic transcript by formally documenting students’ engagement in co-curricular activities and the skills developed through these experiences. At the heart of the initiative is the Integrated Co-Curricular Management System (ICMS), a digital platform that supports participation tracking, guided reflection and mentor feedback. Through this system, students are guided to make intentional co-curricular choices, reflect meaningfully on their experiences, and translate learning into demonstrable competencies. The photo featured the core team from ODOS and Integrated Information Technology Services behind the CCT and the ICMS. (From R - L) : Mr Tan Gak Khiam, Senior Deputy Director, Digital Enterprise Services, IITS ; Mr Lau Kai Cheong, Chief Information Officer and Vice President, IITS ; Ms Yvonne Yong, IITS ; Professor Paulin Straughan, former Dean of Students ; Mr Alvin Sim, Head, Co-Curriculum Development and Student Care & Support Services, ODOS ; Mr Toh Xiao Wee, ODOS and Mr Hendry Wangsa, IITS.
How Co-Curricular Transcript is transforming the way SMU students document and articulate their learning
- Singapore Management University (SMU) has been awarded the Gold Award in the Nurturing Employability category at the QS Reimagine Education Awards 2025, in recognition of its groundbreaking Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT), a pioneering University-wide initiative that makes visible the skills and competencies students develop through experiential, out-of-classroom learning. The win underscores the CCT’s innovation, real-world impact, and scalability. Developed by the Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS), the Co-Curricular Transcript is a first-of-its-kind initiative in Singapore that complements the academic transcript by formally documenting students’ engagement in co-curricular activities and the skills developed through these experiences. First awarded to the graduating Class of 2025, the CCT reflects SMU’s long-standing philosophy that meaningful learning occurs not only in the classroom, but also through leadership roles, community service, internships, student organisations and other experiential opportunities. This video presents how the Co-Curricular Transcript is transforming the way SMU students document and articulate their learning with the support of the Integrated Co-Curricular Management System (ICMS).
At the SMU Leadership Symposium 2019
- Panelist Mr Lam Shiu Tong, Carrie Tan, Josephus Tan, Koh Wei Ren at the SMU Leadership Symposium 2019.
SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 2
- SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 2 “Smart City: How close are we to realising the vision?” which featured an esteemed panel of thought leaders including SMU Professor Archan Misra, CEO of Katoen Natie Mr Koen Cardon, CE of GovTech Singapore Ms Jacqueline Poh, Director of Research Dr Limin Hee, Centre for Liveable Cities Moderator Mr Teymoor Nabili.
Andrew Keen speaking at SMU’s Presidential Distinguished Lecture Series 2018
- Entrepreneur, author and broadcaster Andrew Keen speaking to about 150 students, business leaders and the SMU Community at SMU’s Presidential Distinguished Lecture Series 2018.
SMU expands regional presence with Overseas Centre in Bangkok
- Striking the gong to launch the SMU Overseas Centre Bangkok on 27 October 2023. From L-R: Professor Lily Kong (SMU President), Mr Panote Sirivadhanabhakdi (SMU Trustee and Group CEO of Frasers Property Limited), Guest of Honour Dr Krissanapong Kirtikara (Former Deputy Minister of Education & Chairman, Kasetsart University Council), Mr Chartsiri Sophonpanich (Chair of SMU’s International Advisory Council in Thailand and President of Bangkok Bank Public Company Limited), Mr Alexander Lim (Charge d’Affaires ad interim, Embassy of the Republic of Singapore in Bangkok) and Professor Lim Sun Sun (Vice President, Partnerships and Engagement, SMU).
IdeaX : A toolkit develop for innovation and problem solving since 2021
- The IdeaX Toolkit was developed by the SMU-X team in response to recurring challenges observed across multiple SMU-X classes and project presentations. Drawing from firsthand insights and classroom experience, the toolkit was designed to better support students throughout their project journey – from ideation to execution – by addressing common pain points and guiding them towards more effective and impactful outcomes. The toolkit comes in a deck of five coloured coded cards, addressing the concept of Themes, Disciplinary Knowledge, Analysis & Solution Frameworks, Problem-solving Road Map and Desired Learning Outcomes.