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Singapore Management University @sgSMU

SMU is a premier university in Asia, globally recognised for its world-class research and distinguished teaching. ⚠️smu.sg/SocialHouseRules | 💬 #sgSMU

Joined November 2010
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A PhD at SMU — where ambition meets impact. Andy Nguyen, a PhD student @SgSMUYPHSL, balances city life, research challenges, and a collaborative community that inspires fresh thinking and drives progress. #SGSMU #SGSMUPhD #SGSMUCGRS #GraduateResearch youtube.com/watch?v=KJWD49zN…

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♻️ Singapore’s household recycling rate is just at 11%. Associate Professor Sonny Rosenthal from SMU told MONEY FM 89.3 why: efficient waste systems, global shifts, and e-commerce packaging. 🎧 Full interview: bit.ly/3JErsCS bit.ly/3JErsCS

The Big Story: Recycling in Singapore falls to historic low of 11%....

The household recycling rate in 2024 fell to a record low of 11 per cent, down from the previous low of 12 per cent in 2023 and 2022. This comes despite initiatives to encourage more household...

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Research staff are vital but often overlooked contributors to discovery. In this @timeshighered piece, SMU’s Bella Ratmelia shares how libraries can partner with research staff to strengthen research outcomes. #SGSMU #SGSMULibraries #SGSMUResearch timeshighereducation.com/cam…

Why university libraries should not overlook research staff

Research assistants and postdocs offer specialised skills and an agile approach to new methodologies, so libraries have much to gain from recognising them as strategic partners

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From finance’s “unglamorous” beginnings to leading a UK real estate trust — SMU alumnus Josh Liaw's journey shows how resilience, ownership, and teamwork shape visionary leadership. #SGSMU #SGSMUAlumni #SGSMULeadership #FutureReady sgsmu.com/4lLxXBj

From a misstep in teamwork to being a visionary leader

A teamwork misstep helped shape Josh Liaw’s philosophy of quiet, consistent leadership — now guiding a REIT through its next evolution. The world of real estate investment is dynamic and multi-face...

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How can research go beyond publications to create real impact? 🌍 In @BusinessTimes, SMU President Prof Lily Kong reflects on measuring societal value & why collaboration is key. #SGSMU #ResearchImpact #HigherEd businesstimes.com.sg/opinion…

Measuring what matters: Towards consequential research

To move beyond ‘publish or perish’, universities worldwide must promote contributions that deliver tangible societal benefits Read more at The Business Times.

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Some AI chatbots are trained to please at all costs—even if that means harmful advice. In The Straits Times, SMU Vice President and Professor Sun Sun Lim calls for stronger guardrails to ensure ethical AI design. Read more: sgsmu.com/4mwdHF5 sgsmu.com/4mwdHF5

Some chatbots tell you what you want to hear. This is dangerous

In a commentary, SMU Vice President (Partnerships and Engagement) and Lee Kong Chian Professor of Communication & Technology Lim Sun Sun warned of the risks posed by chatbot sycophancy – the tendency...

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🎨 For SMU Art Curator Kamiliah Bahdar, art is more than display — it’s a catalyst for learning and connection. See how she weaves creativity into academic life at SMU Libraries. 📖sgsmu.com/4oU0w2r #SGSMU #SGSMULibraries #CampusArt #ArtInEducation sgsmu.com/4oU0w2r

Why I Enjoy Working at the SMU Libraries as an Art Curator

Discover how Kamiliah Bahdar, Art Curator at the SMU Libraries, is enriching the student experience through the institution’s art collections.

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Nervous about your first semester at SMU? From a new campus to new schedules, get settled in and make the most of this season with tips from one of your seniors. 👉 sgsmu.com/4ml50NI #SGSMU #StudentLife #UniversityLife sgsmu.com/4ml50NI

5 Tips to Ace Your First Semester at SMU

Starting your journey at SMU? Discover five essential tips to navigate campus life, build friendships, stay organised, and make the most of your university experience.

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What does it take for a city to thrive in an era of rapid change? At #CityDialogues in Vienna, leaders explored how resilience must go beyond recovery—to regeneration & restoration. SMU President Lily Kong reflects on the key takeaways: bit.ly/4fzFkKC #UrbanResilience
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25 years of giving back From championing causes for migrant workers to supporting persons with disabilities, discover how #SGSMU's community service initiatives are empowering communities at the Community Service Fair on 26 & 27 August: sgsmu.com/3UmPEMh

SMU Celebrates 25 Years of its Community Service Programme During Silver Jubilee Year

(Singapore) 18 July 2025, Friday | SMU celebrates a new milestone in its history, as its community service programme reaches its 25th anniversary. The university made headlines in 2000 as the first...

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🌍 60 finalists. 1,200 universities. S$2.5M prize pool. SMU welcomes global rising stars to Singapore for the SG60 Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition Grand Finals. Bold ideas in Urban Solutions & Sustainability — powered by AI. 📖 Read more: sgsmu.com/4m65ffh

60 Global Rising Stars from 1,200 Universities will Converge in Singapore for SMU’s 12th Lee Kuan...

60 finalists for SG60 milestone edition selected by an international panel of judges and visionary partners Focus on empowering Urban Solutions and Sustainability to solve the world’s most essential,...

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Happy 60th Birthday, Singapore! 🇸🇬 SMU celebrates our nation’s growth and achievements — here’s to a future filled with hope and opportunity. #SGSMU #SG60 #NDP2025
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60 SMU students. Months of rehearsals. One unforgettable finale. Catch SMU Samba Masala in the closing act of #NDP2025 — performing with heart, discipline and SMU pride 🇸🇬🥁 #SGSMU #SGSMUSambaMasala #SG60 #NDP2025
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What kind of future awaits a child born in SG today? SMU profs weigh in via The Straits Times: 🎓 Dr Jacqueline Ho: Education & inequality 💬 Dr Kenneth Tan: AI & relationships 🏙️ Prof Orlando Woods: Smart cities & urban tech 📖 Full story: bit.ly/45iMqOR
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A heartfelt thank you to Mr Jay Ng and Mrs Marilyn Ng for their $3.85M gift to SMU. Their support will advance innovation, social mobility, and inclusive education. The Greenhouse is now named in their honour.
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📖 Discover how their gift drives real-world impact: news.smu.edu.sg/news/2025/08…

Sowing Seeds of Progress: Jay and Marilyn Ng’s S$3.85M Gift Advances Social Mobility and Innovation...

A couple who once navigated their own university journeys on modest means is now sowing seeds of progress for the next generation. In celebration of their silver wedding anniversary, Mr Jay Ng and...

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#SGSMU #SocialMobility #Innovation #Philanthropy
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Commencement 2025 kicks off at SMU — and it’s extra special as we celebrate 25 years of our transformative journey. To the Class of 2025: We’re so proud of you. To your families, friends, and mentors: Thank you. 💬 Leave your well-wishes below. #SGSMU25 #SGSMUCommencement2025
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On 21 July, SMU conferred the Doctor of Laws (Honoris Causa) on Mr Kuok Khoon Hong. ​ A visionary in business and philanthropy, this honour recognises his commitment to  shaping industries and societiesfor the greater good. ​ ​ Ceremony highlights: ​ #SMU25 #SMUCommencement2025
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SMU has launched its inaugural Sustainability Bond, raising S$150M for green and social projects—a first by a Singapore autonomous university. “This bond reflects our belief that universities must lead in building a more sustainable and inclusive future.” — Prof Lily Kong
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SMU issues its inaugural Sustainability Bond, raising S$150 million to advance environmental and...

Singapore, 28 July 2025 (Monday) – Singapore Management University (SMU) today announced that it has completed the issuance of a S$150 million Sustainability Bond. The proceeds of the Bond are...

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