Sustainable Living

The fourth SMU City Dialogues, held in Vienna with global partners, challenged conventional approaches to urban resilience. Rather than focusing on tech or infrastructure, the event centred trust, equity, and local context. Experts from over 20 countries shared how cities can adapt by empowering communities and aligning governance with human needs.

SMU and four global universities have launched the Global Alliance on Sustainable Urban Societies, a pioneering initiative to reframe how cities are studied and shaped.

The positive effects of volunteering extent beyond the lives of the beneficiaries. Often, volunteers receive something too. But how far do the benefits go?

SMU is enhancing its commitment to sustainability by partnering with the Climate Adaptation & Resilience (CLARE) programme to support early-career climate scientists from the Global South. This initiative aims to improve representation and research capacity in climate-vulnerable regions, directly contributing to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change Special Report on Climate Change and Cities.

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.

Discover how SMU's impactful research on urban last-mile delivery, recognised by the Financial Times, is shaping sustainable business models and reducing congestion and pollution.

SMU Access Plus enhances financial aid, ensuring students can focus on education without financial worries. Discover how SMU is making higher education more inclusive and accessible.

SMU student Ho Min Han wins international award for his impactful suicide prevention initiative, highlighting the power of statistics and mentorship under Principal Lecturer Ms Rosie Ching.

Professor Liandong Zhang and Associate Professor Yun Lou earn global recognition for pioneering ESG research, driving corporate accountability and sustainable growth while reinforcing SMU’s commitment to impactful research for a better world.

The SMU Pro Bono Centre celebrated the extraordinary contributions of its law students and volunteer lawyers at its annual Pro Bono Appreciation Dinner, dedicated to honouring those who have made a lasting impact on the lives of those in need.