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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).
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.
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.
SMU-XO students with their mentors and senior management of VinaCapital
- The picture was taken after the students' presentations to the mentors and senior management of VinaCapital in Ho Chi Minh City. VinaCapital, one of Vietnam’s leading investment management companies, sponsored the SMU-X Overseas (SMU-XO) project of ECON248 Overseas Project Experience (Macroeconomics in Asia). (Front row from left): Mr. Andy Ho, CIO of VinaCapital; Ms. Que Hoang-Phuong Vu, Adjunct Lecturer at the School of Economics, SMU; Mr. Derek Chiang, Senior Development Partner of SMU-X; and Mr. Brook Taylor, CEO of Asset Management and Executive Director at VinaCapital. Through projects, students gained first-hand experience in the fast-paced buy-side analyst role, identifying high-alpha projects to benefit various VinaCapital funds. They also deepened their knowledge of modern and sophisticated financial products such as SPACs and digital assets, understanding how these products have different characteristics under various macroeconomic and financial market conditions, especially in developing countries. As final deliverables to VinaCapital, students evaluated investment projects from different stakeholders’ perspectives and provided recommendations. They gained insights into the investment process and learned how to leverage market fluctuations to identify asset classes that could deliver positive investment returns. They also had the opportunity to interact with faculty and students at the Vietnam National University, network with aspiring start-up founders and SMU alumni based in Ho Chi Minh City. They also managed to squeeze in some time to soak in the sights and sounds of the city, and visit cultural sites like the Cu Chi Tunnel and Mekong River.
Panelists at the 2024 ACEEU Asia-Pacific Forum
- From L - R : Professor Thorsten Kliewe, Chair, ACEEU, Germany ; Mr Kevin Koh, Head, SMU-X, Office of the Provost, Singapore Management University ; Ms Siobhan Curran, Director, Entrepreneurship University of Newcastle, Australia ; Mr Noor Azizi Ismail, Senior Professor at Malaysian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship and Business Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. Panelists of the discussion panel on "The Future of Entrepreneurship and Engagement in Higher Education" at the 2024 Accrediatation Council for Entrepreneurial and Engaged Universities (ACEEU) Asia-Pacific Forum. The discussions underscored SMU-X’s dedication to cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset and adaptability, and equipping students and professionals with skills to thrive and lead in a dynamic, global marketplace.
SMU sharing insights on the SMU-X pedagogy at the 2024 ACEEU Asia-Pacific Forum
- From L - R : Professor Thorsten Kliewe, Chair, ACEEU, Germany ; Ms Siobhan Curran, Director, Entrepreneurship University of Newcastle, Australia ; Mr Kevin Koh, Head, SMU-X, Office of the Provost, Singapore Management University ; Mr Noor Azizi Ismail, Senior Professor at Malaysian Graduate School of Entrepreneurship and Business Universiti Malaysia Kelantan. The 2024 forum emphasised amplifying societal impact through entrepreneurship, community engagement, and cutting-edge technologies in higher education. Mr Kevin Koh, was invited to share insights into how SMU equips students with innovation and entrepreneurship skills through various strategic initiatives and programmes, including the award-winning SMU-X programme in a discussion panel on "The Future of Entrepreneurship and Engagement in Higher Education".
Launch of Sustainable Futures Track in the 2023 SMU Global Summer Programme
- A new Sustainable Futures track was launched on the 8th edition of the Global Summer Programme in 2023. With the new track, students now had the opportunity to learn about the rich cultural heritage, economic dynamism and diverse social landscapes of multifaceted Asia; underpinned by the crucial elements of sustainable development and protecting the environment. At the event in SMU Mochtar Riady Auditorium to open the annual programme are (from left) Ms Bay Hwee Eng (Assistant Director, GEO) ; Ms Zealyn Heng Shi Lin (Manager and Personal Assistant, Academic Services and Operations) ; Dr Navin Rajagobal (Senior Director of Academic Services and Operations) ; Guest of Honour Professor Tommy Koh ; Professor Timothy Clark (SMU Provost), Mr Rick Tay (Head, Centre for Global Education and Opportunities).
Oral History discussion panel held on 10 February 2012
- Oral History panel held on 10 February 2010, Janice Bellace, Ho Kwon Ping, John Niland, and Paolina Martin
Arnoud de Meyer, SMU President and Shi Jianjun, UIBE President, signing the MOU on 7 May 2012
- Arnoud de Meyer, SMU President and Shi Jianjun, UIBE President, signing the MOU on 7 May 2012. The MOU covers the full spectrum of programmes – from undergraduate and post-graduate programmes to executive education. Under the MOU, both universities will conduct joint research, as well as the exchange knowledge, faculty, staff and students.
Taichung Education Fair
- Singapore Management University attended a number of overseas education fairs to recruit students to the new university. This photo shows Associate Professor Low Kee Yang, Deputy Dean of the School of Business, and Professor Tan Chin Tiong (hidden), Deputy Provost, talking to prospective students at the Taichung Education Fair in Taiwan in November 1998.
SMU's Logo
- Press conference held at library@Orchard on 15 December 1999 to introduce Singapore Management University's new logo. Left to right: Associate Professor Tan Lee Chuan, Deputy President Tan Teck Meng, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Provost Tan Chin Tiong and Dean Tsui Kai Chong.
SMU's Logo
- Provost Tan Chin Tiong speaking at a press conference introducing Singapore Management University's new logo. The gold and dark blue logo of a lion's face is constructed from the seven geometric pieces of a traditional tangram puzzle. The press conference was held at library@Orchard on 15 December 1999.
Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim at Ho Rih Hwa Lecture 2018
- Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim with SMU senior management at Ho Rih Hwa Lecture 2018
Participants at the SMU Leadership Symposium 2018
- 80 international participants from 37 overseas universities joined 250 student leaders from SMU, Polytechnics and Junior Colleges at the SMU Leadership Symposium 2018
Launch of SMU-A*STAR Joint Lab
- Signing Ceremony: Launch of SMU-A*STAR Joint Lab in Social and Human-Centred Computing
Daw Aung San Suu Kyi addressing the audience at the Ho Rih Hwa Lecture Series
- Daw Aung San Suu Kyi addressing the audience at the Ho Rih Hwa Lecture Series
At the launch of Mapletree Real Estate Programme in 2018
- Mapletree Investments Chairman, Mr Edmund Cheng, presenting Mapletree's gift to SMU President, Professor Arnoud De Meyer, at the launch of Mapletree Real Estate Programme. The programme aims to equip students with the necessary knowledge and cross-disciplinary skills to navigate the growing real estate sector in Singapore and globally.
SMU Blue Ribbon Commission on Undergraduate Education announcement in 2018
- Prof Paulin Straughan, Prof Elvin Lim, Provost Prof Lily Kong and Prof Lim Kian Guan at SMU Blue Ribbon Commission on Undergraduate Education announcement in 2018.
SMU 25 years of impact : an inspired journey
- On 23rd July 2025, Singapore Management University featured this infographic on page three of The Straits Times, showcasing its key milestones over the past 25 years as part of its Jubilee celebration. "Since our inception, we set out to do things differently. A university built in the heart of the city. In just 25 years, we've shaped world-ready graduates, sparked breakthrough ideas, and built a legacy of innovation and impact. These milestones are more than moments, they'remarkers of how far we've come and a glimpse of how far we'll go."
We Are Different : the iconic branding advertisement that makes SMU unique
- Released in 2003, following the success of The Jumping Student marketing campaign, this series of advertisements presented perspectives from an industry partner (represented by Mr Tan Wah Yeow from KPMG), a faculty member (Professor Steven Miller), a current student (Ms Teo Su Phin), and an incoming student (Mr Cowan Phan). Through these varied viewpoints, the campaign highlighted SMU’s distinctiveness—particularly the attitudes of its students and the design of its curriculum—underscoring the University’s unique identity. For a young institution such as Singapore Management University (SMU), attracting the attention of prospective students and parents could no longer rely solely on academic reputation or heritage. Without a long institutional history to draw upon, SMU adopted bold advertising strategies and emphasised its distinctive American-style pedagogy to establish its brand. Within just three years, the University succeeded in building a strong and recognisable identity. Departing from conventional university branding that focused primarily on academic excellence, SMU positioned its students’ confidence, enthusiasm, and mindset as living testimonials of its educational approach. The creativity and freshness of the advertisements reflected SMU’s interactive and broad-based pedagogy, particularly its role in nurturing students’ self-confidence. The effectiveness of this branding strategy was evident in the strong response to the admissions exercise that year, with 5,800 applicants competing for 800 places.