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"Invisible by Design" panellists and organisers.
Published on 1 April 2025
SMU marked International Women’s Day 2025 with a series of engaging events that sparked meaningful discussions on gender equity, wellbeing, and leadership. From thought-provoking panels to wellness sessions, participants came together to learn, connect, and champion inclusivity. The celebrations reinforced SMU’s commitment to fostering a more equitable and supportive community.
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SMU Provost Timothy Clark (front row, third from left) and CUHK Business School Dean Prof Lin Zhou (front row, fourth from left) with participants at the INDEX Symposium 2025.
Published on 1 April 2025
SMU co-hosted the INDEX Symposium 2025, uniting global educators to explore experiential learning and industry collaboration. Read how SMU is shaping future-ready business education.
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(L-R) SMU Provost-Designate Prof Alan Chan,  Carro co-founder Mr Aaron Tan, DPM Mr Heng Swee Keat, ST Editor Mr Jaime Ho, SMU Chairman Mr Piyush Gupta, and investor and entrepreneur Mr Aldi Haryopratomo at The Straits Times Education Forum 2025.
Published on 14 March 2025
At the Straits Times Education Forum 2025, hosted in partnership with SMU, thought leaders, policymakers, and industry experts explored pressing issues such as talent development, economic opportunities, and regional collaboration. Discover key insights on how businesses, governments, and individuals can navigate ASEAN’s evolving landscape.
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(L-R) Mr Piyush Gupta, CEO of DBS Group and Chairman of the SMU Board of Trustees, Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore, and Mr. Larry Fink, BlackRock Chairman and CEO(L-R) Mr Piyush Gupta, CEO of DBS Group and Chairman of the SMU Board of Trustees, Mr Tharman Shanmugaratnam, President of the Republic of Singapore, and Mr. Larry Fink, BlackRock Chairman and CEO.
Published on 10 January 2025
SMU hosted President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and BlackRock CEO Larry Fink in a fireside chat moderated by SMU Chairman Piyush Gupta to discuss global challenges and equitable growth.
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SMU President Prof Lily Kong, the 15th SR Nathan Fellow.
Published on 8 January 2025
SMU President Professor Lily Kong, as the 15th SR Nathan Fellow, delivered her IPS-Nathan lecture series which explored universities' evolving roles in societal progress, lifelong learning, and impactful research for a changing world.
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The Annual ROSA Symposium on Successful Ageing unveiled early insights from ROSA’s ongoing study, highlighting infrastructure and social connections as being critical to the well-being of older adults in Singapore.
Published on 21 November 2024
A new study from SMU Centre for Research on Successful Ageing (ROSA) has revealed that both physical infrastructure and social connections are integral to enabling older adults to age in place, with both factors contributing significantly to their overall well-being.
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The first panel discussion, titled “AI & Governance: Challenges and Opportunities for Academia and Industry”.
Published on 7 November 2024
SMU's School of Computing and Information Systems hosted its first Industry Day, gathering 150 industry leaders and academics to explore AI, governance, and future talent needs.
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Themed “Our Journey Towards Climate Resilience”, SMU’s second symposium of Sustainability Forum attracted sustainability stakeholders from diverse sectors.
Published on 4 November 2024
SMU’s Sustainability Forum 2024 sparked a powerful call to action, gathering over 200 participants, including students, faculty, and leading industry voices, to shape the future of climate resilience.
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Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat giving his keynote speech at the 7th GRASFI conference held at SMU.
Published on 8 October 2024
SMU hosted the groundbreaking GRASFI 2024 conference, uniting global experts to drive innovation in sustainable finance, with keynote insights from Deputy Prime Minister Heng Swee Keat.
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SIDRA Survey 2024 Final Report by SIDRA at SMU.
Published on 23 September 2024
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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