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SMU closes its 25th anniversary year with impressive achievements in the QS Asia University Rankings and Financial Times Research Insights Ranking, amongst others.
Published on 9 December 2025
SMU closes its 25th anniversary year with record achievements in rankings, research impact, and applied learning. Discover how these milestones position the University for an even stronger 2026.
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Mr Narayana Murthy, Co-Founder of Infosys Limited at the SMU Visionary Series.
Published on 9 December 2025
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.
Published on 9 December 2025
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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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.
Published on 14 November 2025
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.
Published on 14 November 2025
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.
Published on 14 November 2025
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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SMU President Prof Lily Kong delivering her State of the University Address 2025
Published on 24 October 2025
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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Dentons Rodyk Dialogue 2025 held at SMU Yong Pung How School of Law. (L-R) Mr Hsu Li Chuan, Assoc Prof Aurelio Gurrea-Martínez, Mr Piyush Gupta, Mr Pol de Win, Prof Wan Wai Yee, and Mr Nicholas Chong.
Published on 24 October 2025
Singapore’s capital markets are evolving through technology, regulation, and global trends. Insights from the Dentons Rodyk Dialogue 2025 at SMU highlight opportunities and challenges ahead.
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SMU Yong Pung How School of Law signed an MOU with Omani & Partners LLP to collaborate on seminars, conferences, workshops, research, and capacity-building initiatives.
Published on 24 October 2025
Discover how SIDRA’s forum united legal leaders from Singapore and MENA, forging partnerships and advancing innovation in cross-border dispute resolution for a global future.
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Themed “2560”, celebrating SMU’s 25th anniversary and Singapore’s 60th birthday, the six-week SMU Arts Fest 2025 was the university’s most ambitious edition yet, uniting students, alumni, and collaborators in five flagship productions and campus-wide activations.
Published on 24 October 2025
SMU Arts Fest 2025 united youth, heritage, and imagination in a six-week celebration — showcasing bold performances, creative collaborations, and SMU's vibrant spirit at 25 years young.
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