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(L-R) Lee Kong Chian Professor of Economics Li Jia and Professor Kenneth Benoit.
SMU Leaders

SMU appoints new Deans for Economics and Social Sciences

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Professor Li Jia has been appointed as Dean of the School of Economics, effective 1 July 2024, and Professor Kenneth Benoit as Dean of the School of Social Sciences, effective 1 August 2024, with both appointments lasting four years.

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Ms Devi (first from left) and Professor Paulin Straughan (first from right) with Ms Lau Siew Ching, General Manager and Mr Cher Jin Zhi, Deputy General Manager, Central Singapore CDC.
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SMU proudly took home the prestigious Excellence Award at the People's Association Community Spirit Awards recognising its unwavering commitment to building a more caring and inclusive Singapore.

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SMU Dean of Students Prof Paulin Straughn (first row, first from right), SMU President Prof Lily Kong (first row, 4th from right) and SMU Chairman Mr Piyush Gupta (first row, 5th from right) with members of the SMU Student Association at the Academic Year Opening 2024.
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SMU ushered in the Academic Year 2024/25 with a celebration of talent, diversity, and impact, welcoming its 25th cohort of 2,400 eager freshmen. The event marked not just the start of a new academic year, but a fresh chapter in SMU’s journey to nurture changemakers, innovators, and future leaders.

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Participants in SMU's 9th Global Summer Programme.
Digital Transformation

Empowering future leaders with AI

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SMU kicked off its 9th Global Summer Programme with a groundbreaking new addition — the Digital Intelligence track. This exciting new offering empowers participants with cutting-edge skills in AI, business-data management, and beyond.

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SIDRA Survey 2024 Final Report by SIDRA at SMU.
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The Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA) at SMU’s Yong Pung How School of Law (YPHSL) has unveiled its highly anticipated 2024 Survey Report, offering groundbreaking insights into the evolving world of cross-border dispute resolution.

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Student participants of GRT commemorating the conclusion of a 10-week programme journey.
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As part of the University's commitment to deepening Singapore’s engagement with Southeast Asia, SMU proudly organised the Global Ready Talent (GRT) Programme's SEA appreciation event in Jakarta. This initiative, developed in collaboration with Enterprise Singapore, equips students with invaluable insights into the region’s business, cultural, and societal landscapes. Discover how SMU is fostering the next generation of talent ready to thrive in Southeast Asia.

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Sam Wu (L) sharing his passion for good food.
Engaged City University

Sam Wu – advancing a passion for food

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Outside of his work, SMU Senior Associate Director at Alumni Giving, SMU Office of Advancement, Sam Wu is really passionate about food. He posts about it on Instagram and appears regularly on a weekly radio show that covers different restaurants, cafes and eateries in an ongoing quest for the most enjoyable food around.

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Prof Lily Kong delivering her Welcome Remarks before the Plenary Session.
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SMU took a prominent role in the Women’s Forum Singapore 2024, the leading international platform for advancing women’s leadership and fostering positive societal change. Organised in partnership with SMU, the Forum gathered diverse voices on 19 and 20 June 2024 to explore critical issues and drive meaningful impact.

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SMU Eurthymix performing at SMU Commencement 2024.
Transformative Education

A new chapter for SMU Class of 2024

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The 3,792-strong class of 2024 represented SMU’s 21st and largest batch of graduates since the University was established in 2000. There were 1,389 masters degree and Juris Doctor degree graduates, and 96 doctorate graduates. Among the bachelors degree graduates, 73 received double degrees.

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The SMU-DBS Foundation Symposium on Essential Household Needs in Singapore focused on sharing new findings on the Singaporean consensus of what constitutes essential needs.
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The SMU-DBS Foundation Symposium on Essential Household Needs in Singapore focused on sharing new findings on the Singaporean consensus of what constitutes essential needs, as experienced by groups in society that may be deprived of such essentials and on ways to enhance access for these groups.

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PM Lawrence Wong and SMU President Prof Lily Kong
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SMU had the privilege of welcoming Prime Minister Mr Lawrence Wong for an inspiring dialogue, jointly organised by SMU and attended by nearly 1,000 students from various tertiary institutions. PM Wong discussed issues relevant to the younger generation, including employment and economic trends, and encouraged young people to pursue careers that match their abilities.

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