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On Campus Green, SMU Patron President Tharman Shanmugaratnam (middle row, left of centre), with SMU’s senior leadership and Patron’s Day student’s organising team.
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Creativity, community, and campus spirit take centre stage at SMU Patron’s Day 2026

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SMU Patron’s Day 2026 brought Campus Green alive with performances, Makers showcases, competitions, and student-led activities, graced by Patron and Guest of Honour President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. His presence highlighted SMU’s strong community spirit, creativity, and shared sense of purpose among students, staff, alumni, and partners.

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Professor Lily Kong presenting a token of appreciation to Dr Lillyn Teh during the Gift Signing Ceremony. They are pictured here with Dr Teh’s husband, Dr Foo Suan Tong.
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Donations from Dr Lillyn Teh, alumnus Gregory See and other friends of SMU are empowering future leaders, expanding access to education and shaping a more inclusive future.

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Mr Narayana Murthy, Co-Founder of Infosys Limited at the SMU Visionary Series.
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Global tech leader Narayana Murthy spoke at SMU’s Visionary Series, which also marked the launch of the Singapore-India Hackathon to promote student and tech collaboration.

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SMU Vice-President Prof Lim Sun Sun speaking at the inaugural Reach Leaders’ Roundtable.
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SMU hosted the Reach Alliance’s first Asia conference, uniting changemakers to tackle the world’s toughest social challenges. Read the highlights here.

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SMU Masters alumnus, MP Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim.
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Singapore MP Zhulkarnain Abdul Rahim champions justice rooted in community, structural change, and compassion — shaped by his SMU Masters education and commitment to empowering the vulnerable.

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Since its inception in 2020, SMOO Challenge has raised over S$1.5 million, engaged more than 3,370 participants, and supported over 170 students through bursaries and aid.
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SMOO Challenge 2025 united over 1,200 participants to cover 42,000km and raise over S$530,000, funding 55 study awards and celebrating SMU’s 25th anniversary with purpose and community spirit.

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SMU President Professor Lily Kong (L) in conversation with Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir at the Karim Family Foundation Inspiring Women Leadership Lecture Series on 10 October 2025.
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In the inaugural Karim Family Foundation Inspiring Women Leadership Lecture, Malaysia’s renowned activist Datin Paduka Marina Mahathir inspired SMU with her vision for ethical leadership.

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SMU President Professor Lily Kong giving the opening remarks at the garden.
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SMU marked its 25th anniversary by dedicating 25 Tembusu trees to donors whose generous support has benefited students and the University community.

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The 60 Global Grand Finalists and Student Ambassadors of the 12th Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition by SMU IIE.
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Discover how SMU’s 12th Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition brought together visionary founders from 91 countries to drive deep-tech solutions for a more sustainable future.

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SMU School of Computing and Information Systems alumnus and Janio co-founder Mo Afiq.
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A three-person team led by SMU alumnus Mo Afiq developed code that launched a company now partnered with hundreds, highlighting how innovation often starts small.

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SMU President Prof Lily Kong delivering her State of the University Address 2025
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In her President’s State of the University Address 2025, Professor Lily Kong outlined the new SMU2030 strategic plan and its impact agenda to transform lives through education, research and partnerships. “Together, we can grow stronger, faster, and more resilient, and ensure that SMU continues to make meaningful impact for Singapore, Asia, and the world,” she said.

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