Meaningful Impact

SMU joins the inaugural Innovation Sandbox of the Future Universities Alliance, collaborating with universities across 23 countries to strengthen higher education's societal impact.
Meaningful Impact

SMU joins global alliance to advance impact agenda

Published on 14 July 2026
SMU joins a global alliance of 49 universities to strengthen how higher education translates research, education and partnerships into measurable societal impact.
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SMU's winning team brought together entrepreneur-doctoral participants from the SMU-ZJU Doctor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance programme.
Sustainable Living

SMU team triumphs at Gobi Desert Challenge with sole ESG Team Award

Published on 16 June 2026
SMU’s first team to complete the Gobi Desert Challenge earned the sole Model ESG Team Award, showcasing resilience, sustainability leadership and responsible action beyond classrooms.
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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.
Transformative Education

S$15 million to elevate finance education, empower students

Published on 9 December 2025
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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