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Students registering to enter the Career Fair in February 2026
- Strong student turnout marked the opening of the SMU Career Fair in February 2026, held at the SMU Hall, as students gathered at the registration area to begin their engagement with prospective employers. Organised twice annually, the SMU Career Fair features over 130 participating companies each session, offering a wide range of internship and full‑time employment opportunities across diverse industries. Open to all undergraduate and pre‑experience postgraduate students, the fair underscores SMU’s commitment to connecting students with meaningful career opportunities and supporting their transition from university to the workforce.
Over 1000 students gathered in SMU Career Fair held at SMU Hall with 130 participating organisations
- A sweeping view of the SMU Hall captures the energetic atmosphere of the February 2026 SMU Career Fair, as over 1,000 students gather to explore career opportunities and engage with industry representatives across the venue. Rows of employer booths and animated conversations filled the hall, reflecting the momentum and excitement of the event. Held twice annually, the SMU Career Fair brings together over 130 organisations per session, offering a diverse range of internship and full‑time employment opportunities for undergraduate and pre‑experience postgraduate students. The strong turnout underscores students’ enthusiasm for early career planning and highlights SMU’s continued commitment to fostering meaningful connections between academia and industry.
Student Ambassadors welcoming and interacting with senior management upon their arrival for the Patron’s Day celebration
- Student Ambassadors engaged in conversation with senior management upon their arrival for the Patron’s Day celebration in 30 Janurary 2026. (From left) Ms Shyann Tan Shi En ; Ms Yvonne Chan, Chief Financial Officer and Vice President, SMU ; Mr Christopher Chew, Vice President, Office of Corporate Communications and Marketing, SMU ; and Mr Heng Tian En.
Representatives from Korea University engaging students at the Global Education Fair 2026
- The photo shows representatives from Korea 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.
Students with representatives from Kyushu University at the Asia Pavilion of the Global Education Fair 2026
- Held on 28 January 2026 at the University’s basement concourse, SMU’s annual Study Abroad Fair was rebranded as the Global Education Fair (GE Fair), reflecting the Centre for Global Education and Opportunities (GEO) commitment to shaping globally agile, Asia-ready graduates with real world experience. Beyond semester long exchanges, GEO offers a diverse suite of flexible global programmes that support students’ academic, professional, and experiential learning goals. These include Short-Term Study Programmes (SSP), which provide structured overseas exposure in credit-bearing and non-credit formats, as well as international work opportunities such as the ASEAN Internship Programme (AIP), AIP+, and the Global Innovation Immersion (GII) Programme. Complementing these are SMU-X overseas project experiences and Overseas Study Missions, which integrate classroom learning with real world projects and industry focused study trips, enabling students to gain global and regional perspectives through immersive learning experiences. The photo features students engaging with representatives from Kyushu University, a new participating institution, at the Asia Pavilion—a curated cluster spotlighting partner universities from China, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and Thailand.
Panelists at the 2026 Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS) Symposium
- Panelists at the 2026 Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS) Symposium explored interdisciplinary Islamic studies and research for social impact and evolving visions of higher education aiming at shaping resilient learners into dynamic leaders and professionals. From left: Professor Tan Tai Yong, President, SIM University ; Professor Lily Kong, President, SMU ; Professor Abdullah Saeed, Sultan of Oman Professor of Arab and Islamic Studies, Director of the National Centre for Contemporary Islamic Studies and the Convenor of Islamic Studies, University of Melbourne ; Dr Nazirudin Mohd Nasir, Mufti of Singapore and Mr Khairul Anwar, moderator.
SMU won the Automation – Education category at the 2026 Singapore Business Review Technology Excellence Awards held in Marina Bay Sands
- On 29 April 2026, Singapore Management University won the Automation – Education category at the Singapore Business Review Technology Excellence Awards 2026 for its in-house SMU Lost and Found App, developed through a close partnership between the Office of Safety and Security (OSS) and Integrated Information Technology Services (IITS). The digital platform replaces a time-consuming, paper-based process with computer vision and automated matching, allowing finders to log items via photos and users to submit lost reports online through QR codes. Since its launch in May 2025, documentation time has dropped from up to 10 minutes to under 60 seconds per item, staff effort has been reduced by about 75%, and time-to-return has shortened from days to hours. With improved accuracy, data integrity, and user convenience, the system has successfully facilitated an average of eight item returns per month, demonstrating how automation can significantly enhance campus services and operational efficiency. Featured in the photos are the project team from OSS and IITS. (From L to R) Mr Goh Wee Sen, Mr Teenesh s/o Thanabalan, Mr Lim Boon Wee, Mr Lau Kai Cheong, Mr Le Chin Ek, Mr John Marapao, Ms Tang Ai Chee, Mr Ang Ker Chung and Mr Simon Hyett.
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.
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.
SMU-X presented its pedagogy in APAIE 2026
- At the Asia-Pacific Association for International Education Conference and Exhibition 2026 (APAIE), held at The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Mr Derek Chiang (left) and Mr Kevin Koh, Head of SMU-X, shared insights on how intentional curriculum design—through approaches such as mentorship, structured reflection, and iterative project development—can strengthen intercultural competence, foster student agency, and develop graduates’ professional capability in global contexts. Held under the theme “Asia-Pacific Partnerships for the Global Good,” the conference highlighted the role of higher education institutions in forging partnerships that contribute to collective well-being. It also provided a platform for SMU to deepen collaboration in industry-linked, project-based experiential learning, advance cross-border initiatives, and cultivate new connections for future collaboration.
SMU launches Longevity Societies and Economies Institute to advance knowledge and innovation for Singapore’s longevity transition
- In April 2026, Singapore Management University (SMU) launched the Longevity Societies and Economies Institute (LSEI), a new institute dedicated to advancing research on the economic and societal transitions needed for economies and societies to continue thriving despite an ageing population. LSEI brings together SMU’s ageing-related research and drive an interdisciplinary agenda to build resilient and opportunity-rich longevity societies and economies. The Institute was launched by Ms Indranee Rajah, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development, at the World Ageing Festival 2026. The event was held at the Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre and organised by Ageing Asia with SMU as the co-host and academic pillar partner. Singapore is already a super-aged society today. By 2030, one in four Singapore citizens will be aged 65 and above. Across Asia, rising life expectancy and smaller birth cohorts are reshaping labour supply, healthcare demand, retirement adequacy and community support systems. LSEI has been established to examine these shifts systematically and generate evidence to support economically sustainable and socially inclusive responses as part of an integrated systems redesign. The photo features a samba performance at the launch of LSEI. In the first row onstage are (left to right) Interim Co-Director of LSEI Prof Paulin Straughan ; Founder and Managing Director of Ageing Asia Janice Chia ; SMU President Prof Lily Kong ; Ms Indranee Rajah, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development ; SMU Provost Prof Alan Chan and Interim Co-Director of LSEI Dr Cheong Wei Yang.
MoU signing between SkillsFuture Singapore and SMU at the launch of SMU Resilient Workforces Institute
- A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between SkillsFuture Singapore and SMU at the launch of the SMU Resilient Workforces Institute (ResWORK) in January 2026. The agreement was formalised by Mr Tan Kok Yam, Chief Executive of SkillsFuture Singapore (left), and Professor Alan Chan, Provost of SMU (right). The partnership enables both parties to mutually identify and drive strategic research on how Artificial Intelligence (AI), digital technologies, and generational changes in work preferences are transforming job tasks, skills demand and career and learning pathways, and translate these insights into policies that sustain employability and inclusive growth. In addition, it will look into how adult learning systems can be redesigned for higher participation, retention and impact, and how organisations can combine human and machine capabilities to raise productivity while preserving meaningful work.
Launch of the Longevity Societies and Economies Institute (LSEI) marked the establishment of strategic partnerships with five key stakeholders in a MOU signing ceremony
- The MOU signing ceremony at Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre. Pictured (left to right) Interim Co-Director of LSEI Prof Paulin Straughan ; CE of Workforce Singapore (WSG) Dilys Boey ; CEO of St Luke's Eldercare (SLEC) Dr Kenny Tan; SMU Provost Alan Chan; Ms Indranee Rajah, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office, Second Minister for Finance and Second Minister for National Development ; SMU President Prof Lily Kong; Executive Director of Lions Befrienders, Karen Wee; CEO of Agency for Integrated Care (AIC) Tan Chee Wee ; Interim Co-Director of LSEI Dr Cheong Wei Yang and Group Head of Brand, Communications, Marketing & Experience, Singlife, Debra Soon. In April 2026, the launch of the Longevity Societies and Economies Institute (LSEI) marked the establishment of strategic partnerships with five key stakeholders across the government, community, and private sectors. These collaborations are guided by Singapore Management University’s SMU2030 Strategic Plan, which emphasises deepening engagement with government and industry partners to address complex societal challenges. Through the Memoranda of Understanding (MOU), LSEI brings together community-based eldercare expertise and SMU’s research excellence, bridging practice and academia to generate deeper insights and innovative solutions that contribute to building a society that honours and values older persons.
SMU booth at the 17th World Ageing Festival held in Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre
- The photo features PhD student Mr Harold Abraham Joseph demonstrating a project to guests at the SMU booth during the World Aging Festival exhibition, held in Marina Bay Sands Expo & Convention Centre in April 2026. The 17th World Ageing Festival was organised by Ageing Asia in partnership with Singapore Management University as co‑host and academic pillar partner. Recognised as Asia’s most influential ageing industry event, the Festival convenes stakeholders from policy, industry, investment, academia, and care sectors to advance dialogue, collaboration, and innovation across the ageing and silver economy landscape. The Festival comprises the 17th Ageing Asia Innovation Forum (AAIF), the 14th Asia Pacific Eldercare Innovation Awards, and the Ageing Asia Innovation Exhibition. The exhibition showcased more than 200 global brands and solutions supporting successful ageing across areas such as assistive living, home and community care, healthcare, active ageing, technology, wellbeing, rehabilitation, and wellness tourism. Building on its strong track record, the World Ageing Festival has attracted over 8,300 participants, 200 exhibits, and more than 130 speakers from over 40 countries, highlighting Asia Pacific’s US$4.56 trillion silver economy and innovations shaping the future of ageing.
Professor Lily Kong delivered her remarks at the inaugural Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS) Symposium in January 2026
- SMU President, Professor Lily Kong delivered her plenary remarks at the inaugural Singapore College of Islamic Studies (SCIS) Symposium in January 2026. Bringing together 300 scholars, educators, and community leaders from Singapore and abroad, the symposium explored the role of Islamic higher education in preparing future leaders and professionals for challenging, diverse societies.
Students in conversation with representatives at the Mahidol University International College booth, eager to learn more about global study opportunities
- The photo captures students engaging enthusiastically with representatives at the Mahidol University International College booth at the Global Education Fair, held in January 2026 at the University’s basement concourse. In a first, this year’s Fair was organised into two distinct zones. Universities from Oceania, the Americas and Europe lined the longer arm of the T-Junction, creating a vibrant corridor of global opportunities. Participating institutions included the University of Sydney, University of Minnesota and University of Glasgow, among others. The shorter arm of the T-Junction featured an Asia Pavilion spotlighting partner universities from China, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and Thailand. This curated cluster, which attracted large numbers of students, underscored the growing interest in regional opportunities and reflected SMU’s commitment to deepening engagement within Asia.
Students in conversation with staff from Cyber Security Agency of Singapore at the February 2026 Career Fair
- Clusters of students gather around employer booths at the SMU Career Fair, engaging in animated conversations, exchanging information, and reviewing materials in a vibrant exhibition‑style setting. Surrounded by career guides, brochures and digital displays, students actively seek insights into roles, organisations and career pathways. The close, face‑to‑face interactions captured in this moment reflect the Career Fair’s role as a dynamic meeting point between students and industry, where meaningful dialogue and professional connections are formed. Organised by the Dato’ Kho Hui Meng Career Centre, the event provides undergraduate and pre‑experience postgraduate students with valuable opportunities to explore career options and engage directly with potential employers.
Launch of SMU Resilient Workforces Institute in January 2026
- Launching of SMU Resilient Workforces Institute (ResWORK) in the Mochtar Riady Auditorium. (Right to left) Professor Alan Chan, SMU Provost ; Guest-of-Honour Dr Janil Puthucheary, Senior Minister of State, Ministry of Education & Ministry of Sustainability and the Environment ; Mr Tan Kok Yam, Chief Executive, SkillsFuture Singapore ; Professor Lily Kong, SMU President, and Professor Archan Misra, Vice Provost (Research), Interim Director of SMU Resilient Workforces Institute. ResWORK is a newly established university-level research institute dedicated to advancing workforce resilience and lifelong learning in the face of accelerating technological transformation. It is among the first institutes in Singapore and the region to jointly study adult learning and the future of work through an integrated, interdisciplinary lens that bridges economics, management, behavioural science, and technology. Serving as a hub for cross-disciplinary research across SMU, ResWORK’s research is anchored on three core pillars :- (1) Optimising Human-Machine Collaboration: enabling workers to learn and perform effectively alongside AI, machines and robotics (2) Transforming Organisations: redesigning business processes, leadership and work practices for AI-enabled workplaces (3) Maximising Societal Human Capital: analysing labour-market transitions and shaping policies that promote inclusive, gainful employment
Panel discussion with leading international scholars exploring Technology, Learning, and the Future of Work
- At the launch of the SMU Resilient Workforces Institute (ResWORK) in January 2026, leading international scholars explores Technology, Learning, and the Future of Work in a panel discussion. (From left to right) Professor Phanish Puranam, Roland Berger Chaired Professor of Strategy and Organisation Design, INSEAD ; Professor Dandan Zhang , Deputy Dean, National School of Development, Peking University ; Professor Xiangen Hu, DoERC and Chair Professor of Learning Sciences and Technologies, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University and Professor Archan Misra, Vice Provost, Research, Interim Director, SMU Resilient Workforces Institute.
Professor Lily Kong, SMU President, delivered a keynote at the "Initiating General Education Renaissance" (iGER) Initiative held in NCCU, Taiwan, on March 2026
- At the invitation of National Chengchi University (NCCU) President Tsai-Yen Li, Professor Lily Kong, SMU President, delivered a keynote for Taiwan’s Ministry of Education "Initiating General Education Renaissance" (iGER) Initiative, addressing how universities must advance whole-person education in response to AI, longevity, and shifting career pathways. As universities navigate a future shaped by artificial intelligence and longer life spans, the question is no longer simply what we teach, but how we equip individuals to thrive across a lifetime of change. In the keynote at NCCU, SMU President Professor Lily Kong joined fellow academic leaders in a timely dialogue on how higher education must evolve — from nurturing enduring human qualities that remain relevant beyond technological disruption, to strengthening interdisciplinary thinking and embracing lifelong learning as a collective, ongoing journey. These reflections point to a broader reimagining of the roles of universities, as institutions respond to shifting student aspirations, evolving labour market demands, and the need to prepare graduates for non-linear pathways in an increasingly complex world.
The Centre for Case Learning Excellence team at a luncheon with SMU President Professor Lily Kong to commemorate a set of milestones
- The Centre for Case Learning Excellence (CCX) held a celebratory luncheon on March 2026 to mark a major milestone—the publication of its 500th case. In addition, Singapore Management University is 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. 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. (From left back row) Ms Tan Suh Wen ; Professor Tamas Makany, Lee Kong Chian School of Business ; Mr Chan Chi Wei ; Mr Alvin Lee ; Ms Sheila Wan ; Ms Mahima Rao-Kachroo ; Dr Havovi Joshi, Director, CCX ; Professor Venky Shankararaman, Vice Provost (Education) ; Dr Cheah Sin Mei. (Front row) Ms Irene Soh ; Professor Lily Kong, SMU President ; Ms Lipika Bhattacharya.
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.
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).