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SMU Asst Prof Jerrold Soh speaking at the Straits Times Education Forum 2024.
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Coming face to face with the AI revolution

Published on 5 April 2024

SMU was again partner and host of The Straits Times Education Forum, which examined the opportunities and challenges around AI, and the critical issues demanding solutions from policymakers, companies, and individuals. Moderated by SMU Professor Lim Sun Sun, it featured Mr Ben King from Google, Mr Tan Kok Yam from SkillsFuture and SMU Asst Prof Jerrold Soh.

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The Elite Quality Index is based on research by SMU, the University of St Gallen and other academic partners.
Published on 28 September 2022

“Elites” is often a term imbued with negative connotations.

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Prof Lily Kong gave her fourth President’s State of the University Address on 9 September 2022.
Published on 27 September 2022

President’s State of the University Address 2022 Singapore has long been known as a garden city, and with good reason. The city is home to an abundance of greenery, from the carefully manicured gardens of the Botanic Gardens to the lush foliage of Pulau Ubin.

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A study by SMU’s Centre for Research on Successful Ageing suggests that just a third of older adults have a family doctor that they visit regularly.
Published on 27 September 2022

Do you avoid going to the doctor? Chances are, you're not alone — especially if you’re 57 or older. In fact, older adults are much less likely to visit a doctor than any other age group. While there are many reasons for this, fear is the most common. Fear of getting bad news, fear of being uncomfortable, or fear of spending money they don't have are just a few reasons why seniors may avoid seeking medical care.

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"re:act" was a play composed of vignettes, each revolving around a character or set of characters.
Published on 26 September 2022

The annual SMU Arts Festival is one of the most highly anticipated events in the city's cultural calendar. This year marks a return to live performances after two online editions during Covid-19, and it was a spectacular showcase of the best SMU talents and guest artistes. Themed LOST & FOUND, the festival paid tribute to a platform lost for two years but now found, with a focus on rediscovering the joys of in-person gatherings.

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SMU’s School of Economics has partnered AIA Singapore to pilot a new Actuarial Science Work-Study Elective.
Published on 22 September 2022

Every day, people interact with insurance products and services. Whether it is car insurance, health insurance, or life insurance, most people have some type of policy to protect their valuable tangible or intangible assets. Behind the scenes, there is a team of professionals who work diligently to ensure that the products offered are affordable and meet the customer's needs.

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SMU Academy has launched a suite of programmes focusing on the latest innovations arising from Web 3.0 .
Published on 21 September 2022

We're still in the early days of Web 3.0, so it's hard to predict exactly how it will play out. But some things are already clear: For one, the metaverse will play a starring role – a virtual space where people can interact and do business.

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SMU College of Graduate Research Studies was launched on 11 August 2022.
Published on 21 September 2022

In today's globalised and interconnected world, it is more important than ever for postgraduate students to conduct well-rounded research, relevant to the challenges of the 21st century.

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(From left) SMU Provost, Prof Timothy Clark; SMU President, Prof Lily Kong; and SMU Dean, College of Integrative Studies (CIS), Prof Elvin Lim announced the formation of the new college. (Photo: SMU)
Published on 23 May 2022

On 20 May 2022, SMU announced the launch of its College of Integrative Studies (CIS), a new approach to education that cultivates deep, integrative interdisciplinarity in graduates. Students enrolled in the flagship Individualised Major will be guided through a customised major that leverages their strengths and areas of interest. This allows them to respond to the dynamic needs of industry and society.

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SMU's Centre of Research for Successful Ageing shared its recent findings in its 3rd Policy Roundtable. (Photo: Getty Images, Chinnapong)
Published on 23 May 2022

It comes as no surprise to an ageing population that social networks are pivotal for providing support to seniors.

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SMU PhD in Psychology student Shuna Khoo's paper on “problematic smartphone use” received an 'Honourable Mention' at the RISE Research Award by the Association for Psychological Society (APS). (Photo:  Getty Images, Fizkes)
Published on 23 May 2022

It is no secret that smartphones have taken over our lives.

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