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Wharton-SMU Research Centre Agreement
- Signing ceremony held on 10 June 1999 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel to establish the Wharton-Singapore Management University Research Centre. Left to right: SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan, Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean and SMU President-Designate Janice Bellace. The joint research centre will focus on international business issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, and help establish a research culture at SMU. Professor Janice Bellace is named as the centre director.
Wharton-SMU Research Centre Agreement
- Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan speaking at the signing ceremony to establish the Wharton-Singapore Management University Research Centre. This joint research centre will focus on international business issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, and help establish a research culture at SMU. The deputy dean of the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, Janice Bellace, is named as the centre director and SMU president-designate. DPM Tony Tan also announced that SMU will award its own degrees beginning with its first graduates. The signing ceremony was held on 10 June 1999 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
Wharton-SMU Research Centre Agreement
- Signing ceremony held on 10 June 1999 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel to establish the Wharton-Singapore Management University Research Centre. Left to right: SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan, Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean and SMU President-Designate Janice Bellace. The joint research centre will focus on international business issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, and help establish a research culture at SMU. Professor Janice Bellace is named as the centre director.
TCS-SMU iCIty-Lab inauguration on 5 August 2011
- Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), a leading IT services, business solutions and consulting firm, and the Singapore Management University (SMU) announced on 5 August 2011 the establishment of the TCS-SMU iCity Lab to be located at SMU. The collaboration agreement signed today states the two organizations are partnering to create a new research facility to develop industry standards and IT frameworks for the emerging intelligent city (“iCity”) model of urban development. From L-R: Tharman Shanmugartnam, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister for Finance and Manpower, Girija Pande, Chairman TCS Asia Pacific, Arnoud De Meyer, SMU President, Steven Miller, Dean SIS.
Singapore Expo Exhibit
- Singapore Management University at the Singapore Expo Education Exhibition, a student recruitment fair, circa 2002. Left to right: Provost Tan Chin Tiong, Minister for Trade and Industry George Yeo, Director of Corporate Communication Sharon Tan and President Ronald Frank.
SMU strengthens career readiness with co-curricular transcript and lifelong career support
- At the SMU Co-Curricular Symposium 2025, Professor Alan Chan, SMU Provost (left), and Education Minister Chan Chun Sing (right) celebrated SMU's dedication to providing transformative education through impactful co-curricular learning. The event marked a historic milestone with the announcement that the 2025 graduates will be the first cohort to receive SMU’s Co-Curricular Transcript (CCT), a pioneering initiative in Singapore that formally documents students' co-curricular achievements and skills developed. Additionally, all SMU degree holders will have access to Lifelong Career Support, including career coaching, networking opportunities, and job placement resources from the Dato' Kho Hui Meng Career Centre (DKHMCC), ensuring career resilience beyond graduation.
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.
SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2018
- SMU President Professor Arnoud De Meyer, Mr JY Pillay , Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat, SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Professor Steven Miller at the SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2018
SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2018
- SMU President Professor Arnoud De Meyer, Mr JY Pillay , Finance Minister Heng Swee Keat, SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Professor Steven Miller at the SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2018
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
SMU & Singapore Sports Council Leadership Seminar 2013
- Minister Indranee Rajah with SMU students at the 2013 Leadership Symposium seminar for future leaders
Reception for President Ronald Frank
- Left to right, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan, Director of Facilities Management Ho Thim Seng, and President Ronald Frank touring Singapore Management University's newly-renovated Bukit Timah campus. Photo taken 18 September 2001.
Patron’s Day 2010
- Left to right, Singapore Management University Pro-Chancellor J Y Pillay, Singapore President and SMU Patron S R Nathan, Minister for Education Ng Eng Hen, SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, and Claire Chiang at Patron’s Day 2010. This year marks SMU's tenth anniversary. Patron's Day 2010 was celebrated at the city campus on 15 January 2010.
Ms Indranee Rajah, Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Law & Education, graced the launch of the new Applied Research Centre for Intellectual Assets & the Law in Asia (ARCIALA) at SMU
- SMU launches the new Applied Research Centre for Intellectual Assets and the Law in Asia (ARCIALA). The launch event was graced by Guest-of-honour Ms Indranee Rajah, Singapore’s Senior Minister of State for Law and Education, who delivered an Opening Address at the launch event. Helming the new Centre as its Director is Professor of Law Liu Kung-Chung; the Centre’s Deputy Director is Professor of Law Irene Calboli
Mongolian Prime Minister Visits
- Singapore Management University hosts an entourage of education, business and manufacturing leaders from Mongolia. In centre, from left to right: Mongolian Prime Minster Nambaryn Enkhbayar, Singapore Minister for State for Health, Environment and Transport Balaji Sadasivan, and SMU President Ronald Frank. Photo taken on 11 October 2002.
Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam grace the 2017 commencement as a keynote speaker
- Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam giving a keynote speech at the 2017 commencement.
Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam grace the 2017 commencement as a keynote speaker
- Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam giving a keynote speech at the 2017 commencement.
Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam grace the 2017 commencement as a keynote speaker
- Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam giving a keynote speech at the 2017 commencement.
Minister Ong Ye Kung and Professor Lily Kong having a wide-ranging conversation in the 2025 SICC AGM luncheon
- At the Singapore International Chamber of Commerce (SICC) Annual General Meeting Luncheon held on 27 June 2025, SMU President Professor Lily Kong moderated a wide-ranging dialogue with the Guest-of-Honour, Mr Ong Ye Kung, Coordinating Minister for Social Policies and Minister for Health. Set against a backdrop of global uncertainty, demographic shifts, and growing socio-economic pressures, the conversation examined some of the most pressing issues shaping Singapore’s future—including workforce resilience, population ageing, geopolitical developments, and the national imperative for lifelong learning. The luncheon brought together senior leaders from across government, business, and the non-profit sector. In her opening remarks, Professor Kong highlighted the timeliness of the dialogue, underscoring the need for societies to adapt and thrive amid an increasingly complex and rapidly changing global landscape.
Li Ka Shing Library Opening Ceremony
- Left to right: Dr Li Ka Shing and Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew at the opening of SMU's Li Ka Shing Library on 24 February 2006.
Lee Kong Chian School of Business Opening Ceremony
- Left to right: Mrs Goh Chok Tong, Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong and SMU Chancellor Dr Richard Hu at the opening of the Lee Kong Chian School of Business on 24 March 2006.
Lee Kong Chian School of Business Opening Ceremony
- Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong speaking with students at the opening of the Lee Kong Chian School of Business on 24 March 2006.
Lectures by Professors Sir James Ball and John Quelch
- Singapore Management University hosts public lectures by Professors Sir James Ball and John Quelch of the London Business School on 15 January 1999. Left to right, Deputy President and Provost Tan Teck Meng; Chairman Ho Kwon Ping; Minister for Home Affairs Wong Kan Seng; John Yip, CEO and Executive Director SIM.
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.
Inaugural Convocation
- Closing procession of Singapore Management University’s inaugural convocation ceremony on 29 July 2000. The procession is led by SMU President Janice Bellace carrying the mace which symbolises scholarship, research and innovation. She is followed by Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping and Chancellor Lim Kim San.
Inaugural Convocation
- The inaugural convocation ceremony marking the opening of Singapore Management University and the beginning of the academic year. Ceremonies were held on 29 July 2000 at Bras Basah Park, the site of the university’s future city campus. Front row, left to right: Associate Professor Low Kee Yang, Deputy Dean, School of Business; Associate Professor Tsui Kai Chong, Dean, School of Business; Deputy President Tan Teck Meng; Chancellor Lim Kim San; Education Minister Teo Chee Hean; Mr Ho Kwon Ping, Chairman, Board of Trustees; President Janice Bellace; Professor Patrick Harker, Dean, Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania; and Provost Tan Chin Tiong.
Inaugural Convocation
- View of the audience and stage at the inaugural convocation ceremony marking the opening of Singapore Management University and the beginning of the academic year. Over 1,200 guests, 35 faculty and 306 students attended. Education Minister Teo Chee Hean was guest of honour. Ceremonies were held on 29 July 2000 at Bras Basah Park, the site of the Singapore Management University’s future city campus.
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.
Groundbreaking for the Evans Road Building
- Examining a three-dimensional model of Singapore Management University’s city campus, left to right, Provost Tan Chin Tiong, architect Ted Cullinan, President Ronald Frank, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping and Minister of Education Teo Chee Hean. Photo taken at the groundbreaking ceremony in Bras Basah on 27 March 2002.
Groundbreaking for the Evans Road Building
- Left to right: Director of Facilities Management Ho Thim Seng, Deputy Dean of the School of Business Low Kee Yang, Deputy President Tan Teck Meng, Associate Professor Leong Kwong Sin and Ministry of Education Deputy Director for Higher Education Tan Hang Cheong at the Evans Road building groundbreaking ceremony on 12 January 2000. Singapore Management University operated out of the Evans Road building for the first academic year.
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.
Education Minister Visits SMU
- Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean makes his first visit to Singapore Management University. He met with SMU faculty and staff at the Evans Road building and toured the renovation work on the Bukit Timah campus. Left to right: Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean, SMU Deputy President Tan Teck Meng and Director of Facilities Management Ho Thim Seng.
Education Minister Visits SMU
- Associate Professor Low Kee Yang (on right) welcoming Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean on his first visit to Singapore Management University. The minister met with SMU faculty and staff at the Evans Road building and toured the renovation work being done on the Bukit Timah campus. Left to right: Professor Phang Sock Yong, Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean, Dean Pang Yang Hoong, Dean of Students Low Aik Meng, Associate Professor Low Kee Yang and Professor Tan Lee Chuan. A map of the SMU’s planned city campus Is displayed on the wall behind the group.
DPM Tony Tan with SMU and SIM Representatives
- Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan examining a three-dimensional model of the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) campus on 5 December 1998. Left to Right: Professor Tan Teck Meng, Deputy President and Provost; DPM Tony Tan; Ho Kwon Ping, Executive Committee chairman and Campus Development Committee chairman; and four members of SIM. Photo taken at SIM. In the early days before Singapore Management University had a campus, some major activities were held at the Singapore Institute of Management campus.
DPM Tony Tan Visits SMU
- The university flag is presented to Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan by Singapore Management University’s Class of 2000. This occasion marked the beginning of the university’s student activities. SMU President Janice Bellace and DPM Tony Tan can be seen in the centre of the photo taken in front of the Evans Road building on 8 September 2000.
DPM Tony Tan Visits SMU
- Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan speaking with students on his first visit to Singapore Management University on 8 September 2000. Dr Tan also held a press conference where he announced that SMU would offer an accountancy program in 2001.
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.
Convocation 2004
- Left to right: President-designate Howard Hunter, Chancellor Richard Hu, Minister in the Prime Minister's Office Lim Swee Say, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping and President Ronald Frank. Professor Hunter officially takes office on 1 September 2004. Photo taken at Singapore Management University’s Convocation 2004 held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 18 August 2004.
Convocation 2003
- Convocation 2003, left to right, Dean Pang Yang Hoong, Dean Roberto Mariano, President Ronald Frank, Chancellor Richard Hu, Minister for Home Affairs Wong Kan Seng, Chairman Ho Kwon Ping and Provost Tan Chin Tiong. The event was held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 16 August 2003.
Convocation 2001
- Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean speaking at Singapore Management University’s second convocation, held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 12 August 2001. The Minister announced that SMU will start its third school—the School of Economics and Social Sciences—with an initial intake of 50 students for the bachelor of economics degree in 2002.
Convocation 2001
- Left to right: Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Chancellor Lim Kim San, Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean, President Janice Bellace, Provost Tan Chin Tiong and Deputy President Tan Teck Meng. Photo taken at Singapore Management University’s second convocation, held at Suntec City Convention Centre. The renovated Bukit Timah campus is pictured behind the group.
Commencement 2008
- Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Minister for Education Ng Eng Hen and President Howard Hunter at Commencement 2008. Singapore Management University celebrated its fifth commencement at Suntec City Convention Centre on 12 July 2008.
City Campus Opening Ceremony
- Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong addressing the crowd at Singapore Management University's city campus opening ceremony on 20 January 2006.
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.
Announcing Location of SMU's Permanent Campus
- Speaking on 5 December 1998, Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan announces that Singapore Management University's permanent campus will be built at the Bras Basah area of the city. The announcement was made at the Singapore Institute of Management.