FASS Telegram Community Crosses 1,000 AND Growing Rapidly | Spread the Word!
In a matter of days of launching our NUS FASS Telegram channel, we have grown to a community of more than 1,000 members! We extend our deepest appreciation for your continued support with building the FASS Telegram family.
More than just a simple channel, FASS Telegram offers a 'live' feed of just about everything of interest to you — University news, Faculty/Student profiles, Research and much much more!
Spread the Word: https://t.me/nusfass
In a matter of days of launching our NUS FASS Telegram channel, we have grown to a community of more than 1,000 members! We extend our deepest appreciation for your continued support with building the FASS Telegram family.
More than just a simple channel, FASS Telegram offers a 'live' feed of just about everything of interest to you — University news, Faculty/Student profiles, Research and much much more!
Spread the Word: https://t.me/nusfass
Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Empowering Women, Uplifting Communities
A celebration of Dr Noeleen Heyzer's career, contribution to the international community, and her memoir, Beyond Storms & Stars: https://nus.edu/3kPQBM8
2. NUS Study Profiled as Part of MOE’s Boost for Social Science and Humanities Research
Learn about A/P Esther Goh’s (Social Work) project on low-income families: https://bit.ly/APGoh-lhzb
3. Team Lorax Emerged Winners at Inaugural CHS Competition
Discover the winning team’s solution of an integrated Electric Vehicle charging app and consumer education programme: https://nus.edu/3uigPtS
4. ICYMI: HSH1000 The Human Condition Playlist
Watch exclusive content from the module curated by A/P Loy Hui-Chieh (FASS Vice Dean, External Relations and Student Life): https://bit.ly/thc-YTplaylist
5. Paying for Ecosystem Services
Read Dr Helena Varkkey, Dr Michelle Miller (NUS Asia Research Institute) and A/P Alberto Salvo (Economics) study on Singaporeans’ willingness to pay for reduced air pollution: https://nus.edu/3zNN2tZ
6. Making the Most Out of Online Internships
Gain insights from Cheryl Tan’s (Geography ‘21) valuable industry experience: https://bit.ly/fass-onlineintern
7. Redesigning Quizzes for Better Learning
In a Times Higher Education article, Mr Jonathan Sim (Philosophy) advises on designing regular quizzes as a tool to ensure students review their assignments: https://bit.ly/quizzes-js
8. SURVEY| NUS Centre for the Arts: Tell Us How We’re Performing on Spotlight TV!
Give your feedback and stand a chance to win $5 Grab Vouchers for the first 150 respondents by 1 Oct: https://bit.ly/CFASpotlightTVSurvey
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1. Empowering Women, Uplifting Communities
A celebration of Dr Noeleen Heyzer's career, contribution to the international community, and her memoir, Beyond Storms & Stars: https://nus.edu/3kPQBM8
2. NUS Study Profiled as Part of MOE’s Boost for Social Science and Humanities Research
Learn about A/P Esther Goh’s (Social Work) project on low-income families: https://bit.ly/APGoh-lhzb
3. Team Lorax Emerged Winners at Inaugural CHS Competition
Discover the winning team’s solution of an integrated Electric Vehicle charging app and consumer education programme: https://nus.edu/3uigPtS
4. ICYMI: HSH1000 The Human Condition Playlist
Watch exclusive content from the module curated by A/P Loy Hui-Chieh (FASS Vice Dean, External Relations and Student Life): https://bit.ly/thc-YTplaylist
5. Paying for Ecosystem Services
Read Dr Helena Varkkey, Dr Michelle Miller (NUS Asia Research Institute) and A/P Alberto Salvo (Economics) study on Singaporeans’ willingness to pay for reduced air pollution: https://nus.edu/3zNN2tZ
6. Making the Most Out of Online Internships
Gain insights from Cheryl Tan’s (Geography ‘21) valuable industry experience: https://bit.ly/fass-onlineintern
7. Redesigning Quizzes for Better Learning
In a Times Higher Education article, Mr Jonathan Sim (Philosophy) advises on designing regular quizzes as a tool to ensure students review their assignments: https://bit.ly/quizzes-js
8. SURVEY| NUS Centre for the Arts: Tell Us How We’re Performing on Spotlight TV!
Give your feedback and stand a chance to win $5 Grab Vouchers for the first 150 respondents by 1 Oct: https://bit.ly/CFASpotlightTVSurvey
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Prof Lionel Wee, NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences’ 18th Dean, Takes Office
Prof Wee takes over the helm from Prof Robbie Goh, who is now the Provost with the Singapore University of Social Sciences. Before becoming the Dean, Prof Wee was the Faculty’s Vice Dean of Research (2014-2021) and is a Provost’s Chair Professor of Linguistics with the Department of English Language and Literature, which he headed from 2010 to 2014.
Full story: https://bit.ly/profwee-dean
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Prof Wee takes over the helm from Prof Robbie Goh, who is now the Provost with the Singapore University of Social Sciences. Before becoming the Dean, Prof Wee was the Faculty’s Vice Dean of Research (2014-2021) and is a Provost’s Chair Professor of Linguistics with the Department of English Language and Literature, which he headed from 2010 to 2014.
Full story: https://bit.ly/profwee-dean
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Rising Up to Challenges Post-COVID
Read Minister for Education Chan Chun Sing’s speech on the benefits of interdisciplinary learning in preparing for our fast-changing world: https://bit.ly/chs-moespeech
2. Centre for Language Studies (CLS) Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Join a trial language session and cultural workshop inspired by the 13 languages offered at CLS: https://bit.ly/cls-20ann
3. Hybrid Governance of Transboundary Commons
Learn about Prof David Taylor’s (Geography) study that aims to contribute towards efforts in mitigating global heating: https://bit.ly/proftaylor-hybrid
4. FASS Alumni Awarded Scholarships from the French Government
Xenia Chan (Global Studies ’21) and Nicolas Wong (Global Studies ’18) receive bond-free scholarships from the France Excellence programme: https://bit.ly/tst-xenia-nicolas
5. EVENT|NUS Internship Day (13 Oct, 11am-5pm)
Score internships at CFG’s enhanced career fair with more than 100 employers across various sectors: https://nus.edu/3uqLllg
6. FASS Service Award 2021: Congratulations to Our Winners!
The Faculty is delighted to announce this year’s FASS Service Award (FSA) winners: https://bit.ly/fassserviceawd2021
7. Singapore’s Fall in Population Size
Discover Prof Jean Yeung’s (Sociology) views on her interview with Channel 8’s ‘Hello Singapore’: https://bit.ly/ProfYeung-hellosg
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1. Rising Up to Challenges Post-COVID
Read Minister for Education Chan Chun Sing’s speech on the benefits of interdisciplinary learning in preparing for our fast-changing world: https://bit.ly/chs-moespeech
2. Centre for Language Studies (CLS) Celebrates 20th Anniversary
Join a trial language session and cultural workshop inspired by the 13 languages offered at CLS: https://bit.ly/cls-20ann
3. Hybrid Governance of Transboundary Commons
Learn about Prof David Taylor’s (Geography) study that aims to contribute towards efforts in mitigating global heating: https://bit.ly/proftaylor-hybrid
4. FASS Alumni Awarded Scholarships from the French Government
Xenia Chan (Global Studies ’21) and Nicolas Wong (Global Studies ’18) receive bond-free scholarships from the France Excellence programme: https://bit.ly/tst-xenia-nicolas
5. EVENT|NUS Internship Day (13 Oct, 11am-5pm)
Score internships at CFG’s enhanced career fair with more than 100 employers across various sectors: https://nus.edu/3uqLllg
6. FASS Service Award 2021: Congratulations to Our Winners!
The Faculty is delighted to announce this year’s FASS Service Award (FSA) winners: https://bit.ly/fassserviceawd2021
7. Singapore’s Fall in Population Size
Discover Prof Jean Yeung’s (Sociology) views on her interview with Channel 8’s ‘Hello Singapore’: https://bit.ly/ProfYeung-hellosg
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. NUS Social Sciences Ranked 19th Globally
This is Singapore’s first ever top 20 finish for Social Sciences based on the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject: https://bit.ly/nus-the-subject
2. Prof Brenda Yeoh (Geography) Awarded Vautrin-Lud Prize
The Vautrin Lud Prize 2021 is modelled after the Nobel Prize and is widely regarded as one of the highest honours in geography: https://bit.ly/profyeoh-VLPrize
3. Transforming Singapore into a City of Nature
Discover Toh Ee Kin’s (Year 2, Major in Environmental Studies & Minor in SEA Studies) journey in exploring learning opportunities beyond campus: https://bit.ly/chs-EeKin
4. Seniors and Smartphones
In a recent Channel NewsAsia article, Dr Natalie Pang (CNM) shares the issues of seniors spending too much time on their smartphones: https://bit.ly/DrPang-seniors
5. MASTERCLASS | Master of Social Science (Communication)
Learn about the master programme at this evening’s (14 Oct, 7.30pm) Masterclass and Q&A: https://bit.ly/3FFVxvl
6. Commencement 2021: Play Your Part in the NUS Giving Tradition
As we celebrate in-person commencement ceremonies, make a contribution to support those in financial need: https://bit.ly/nusgiving21
7. ICYMI: CHS Student Experiences and Voices
Hear from CHS students on multiple topics, including valuable module insights, industry experiences and more: https://bit.ly/chs-student
8. EVENT | Finding the [WE] in Uni[we]rsal Digital Access (16 Oct, 2.30pm)
Join A/P Irene Ng (Social Work), Dr Natalie Pang (CNM) and Prof Lim Sun Sun (SUTD) in a conversation on a digitally inclusive society: https://bit.ly/3lygiRE
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1. NUS Social Sciences Ranked 19th Globally
This is Singapore’s first ever top 20 finish for Social Sciences based on the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by subject: https://bit.ly/nus-the-subject
2. Prof Brenda Yeoh (Geography) Awarded Vautrin-Lud Prize
The Vautrin Lud Prize 2021 is modelled after the Nobel Prize and is widely regarded as one of the highest honours in geography: https://bit.ly/profyeoh-VLPrize
3. Transforming Singapore into a City of Nature
Discover Toh Ee Kin’s (Year 2, Major in Environmental Studies & Minor in SEA Studies) journey in exploring learning opportunities beyond campus: https://bit.ly/chs-EeKin
4. Seniors and Smartphones
In a recent Channel NewsAsia article, Dr Natalie Pang (CNM) shares the issues of seniors spending too much time on their smartphones: https://bit.ly/DrPang-seniors
5. MASTERCLASS | Master of Social Science (Communication)
Learn about the master programme at this evening’s (14 Oct, 7.30pm) Masterclass and Q&A: https://bit.ly/3FFVxvl
6. Commencement 2021: Play Your Part in the NUS Giving Tradition
As we celebrate in-person commencement ceremonies, make a contribution to support those in financial need: https://bit.ly/nusgiving21
7. ICYMI: CHS Student Experiences and Voices
Hear from CHS students on multiple topics, including valuable module insights, industry experiences and more: https://bit.ly/chs-student
8. EVENT | Finding the [WE] in Uni[we]rsal Digital Access (16 Oct, 2.30pm)
Join A/P Irene Ng (Social Work), Dr Natalie Pang (CNM) and Prof Lim Sun Sun (SUTD) in a conversation on a digitally inclusive society: https://bit.ly/3lygiRE
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Capture your Special Graduation Moments at FASS’ AS8 Photo Booth
Gearing up for your Commencement Ceremony?
Stop by the FASS AS8 Photo Booth on Level 2 (in front of the mural) with your friends and loved ones to commemorate your big day. Be sure to tag us on our socials!
➡️ Facebook
➡️ Instagram
➡️ LinkedIn
See you 19 - 23 October 2021! Can’t wait … 🎉
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Gearing up for your Commencement Ceremony?
Stop by the FASS AS8 Photo Booth on Level 2 (in front of the mural) with your friends and loved ones to commemorate your big day. Be sure to tag us on our socials!
➡️ Facebook
➡️ Instagram
➡️ LinkedIn
See you 19 - 23 October 2021! Can’t wait … 🎉
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NUS Arts and Social Sciences Advisory Board Re-appointed Through 2022
The NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is pleased to announce the re-appointment of its Advisory Board members for another term through September 2022.
“As honorary ambassadors and prominent leaders from various industries, the Board has fostered connections and networks that are key in establishing our internships, mentorships, funding and other strategic efforts," said Professor Lionel Wee, FASS Dean and College of Humanities and Sciences Co-Dean.
Full story: https://bit.ly/fass-FAB-2022
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The NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences is pleased to announce the re-appointment of its Advisory Board members for another term through September 2022.
“As honorary ambassadors and prominent leaders from various industries, the Board has fostered connections and networks that are key in establishing our internships, mentorships, funding and other strategic efforts," said Professor Lionel Wee, FASS Dean and College of Humanities and Sciences Co-Dean.
Full story: https://bit.ly/fass-FAB-2022
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Celebrating FASS Commencement 2020 & 2021
The FASS in-person commencement ceremonies began 19 October and will continue till this Saturday, 23 October: bit.ly/3pneUDM
2. Bringing Learning Opportunities to All
Learn about how Victor Zhu’s, Founder of Hatch, interdisciplinary education plays a key role in his start-up journey: bit.ly/chs-VictorZhu
3. Helping Youths to Understand the Law
Caris Tay (Sociology & Law, ’05) makes the Singapore 40-over-40 Inspiring Women list for her initiative: bit.ly/CarisTay-lex
4. EVENT | Dr Kamalini Ramdas (Geography) on Feminist Pedagogy (26 Oct, 3.30pm)
Dr Ramdas will discuss opportunities for feminist pedagogical practices and its challenges: bit.ly/DrKamalini-ntu
5. Life on the Fast Lane With Paralympian Toh Wei Soong
Read Wei Soong (PPE and USP, ’23) competitive swimming journey and life as a NUS student: bit.ly/fass-weisoong
6. Lee Kong Chian NUS-Stanford Distinguished Fellowship (Applications Open Till 31 Jan 2022)
Candidates with a strong background in the social sciences or humanities are encouraged to apply: bit.ly/LKC-application
7. Forging an Inclusive #EnvironmentalActionPlan
Discover Teng Chu Yu’s (Year 4, Global Studies and Geography) experience at the UN Pre-COP26 Youth4Climate event: nus.edu/3j9TLcr
8. BOOK EVENT | Criminal Legalities in the Global South (28 Oct, 6pm)
Join Dr George Radics (Sociology) and Prof Andrew Harding (Law) at the virtual roundtable on Asian Law Series: nus.edu/3pmHPIh
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1. Celebrating FASS Commencement 2020 & 2021
The FASS in-person commencement ceremonies began 19 October and will continue till this Saturday, 23 October: bit.ly/3pneUDM
2. Bringing Learning Opportunities to All
Learn about how Victor Zhu’s, Founder of Hatch, interdisciplinary education plays a key role in his start-up journey: bit.ly/chs-VictorZhu
3. Helping Youths to Understand the Law
Caris Tay (Sociology & Law, ’05) makes the Singapore 40-over-40 Inspiring Women list for her initiative: bit.ly/CarisTay-lex
4. EVENT | Dr Kamalini Ramdas (Geography) on Feminist Pedagogy (26 Oct, 3.30pm)
Dr Ramdas will discuss opportunities for feminist pedagogical practices and its challenges: bit.ly/DrKamalini-ntu
5. Life on the Fast Lane With Paralympian Toh Wei Soong
Read Wei Soong (PPE and USP, ’23) competitive swimming journey and life as a NUS student: bit.ly/fass-weisoong
6. Lee Kong Chian NUS-Stanford Distinguished Fellowship (Applications Open Till 31 Jan 2022)
Candidates with a strong background in the social sciences or humanities are encouraged to apply: bit.ly/LKC-application
7. Forging an Inclusive #EnvironmentalActionPlan
Discover Teng Chu Yu’s (Year 4, Global Studies and Geography) experience at the UN Pre-COP26 Youth4Climate event: nus.edu/3j9TLcr
8. BOOK EVENT | Criminal Legalities in the Global South (28 Oct, 6pm)
Join Dr George Radics (Sociology) and Prof Andrew Harding (Law) at the virtual roundtable on Asian Law Series: nus.edu/3pmHPIh
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. NUS Ranked 24th in Times Higher Education (THE) World Reputation Rankings
NUS retained its position in the latest THE global reputation ranking, which is based on ratings by academics worldwide: bit.ly/NUS-THErep
2. Dr Noeleen Heyzer Appointed Myanmar Special Envoy by UN Chief
Dr Heyzer has held multiple senior positions at the UN and is FASS Advisory Board co-Chairperson: bit.ly/DrHeyzer-Myanmar
3. Determining Solutions to Real-World Problems
Discover the winners and their projects of the CHS inaugural Case Competition on ‘Encouraging EV ownership in Singapore’: bit.ly/fass-case
4. FASS Commencement 2020 & 2021 Highlights
Congratulations to our graduates as they embark on exciting endeavours with purpose and passion: bit.ly/3bb3yKZ
5. NUS Study on Climate Change Increasing Fluvial Sediment
Prof Lu Xixi and Dr Li Dongfeng (Geography) led a global team in this major study of the Tibetan Plateau published in Science Magazine: bit.ly/geog-hma
6. Not For Circulation: The George E. Bogaars Story
Adjunct Professor Bertha Henson’s (CNM) latest book tells the life story of one of Singapore's pioneer civil servants: nus.edu/3GwQGwX
7. Moving Towards a Digitally Connected Society
Read The Straits Times article by A/P Irene Ng (Social Work), Dr Natalie Pang (CNM) and Prof Lim Sun Sun (SUTD): nus.edu/3jFNd5q
8. Commemorating 45 Years of Fostering Political Awareness
Learn about NUS Students' Political Association newly published book, ‘On The Road: A Collection of Essays and Articles From NUSPA Publications’: bit.ly/NUSPA-book
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1. NUS Ranked 24th in Times Higher Education (THE) World Reputation Rankings
NUS retained its position in the latest THE global reputation ranking, which is based on ratings by academics worldwide: bit.ly/NUS-THErep
2. Dr Noeleen Heyzer Appointed Myanmar Special Envoy by UN Chief
Dr Heyzer has held multiple senior positions at the UN and is FASS Advisory Board co-Chairperson: bit.ly/DrHeyzer-Myanmar
3. Determining Solutions to Real-World Problems
Discover the winners and their projects of the CHS inaugural Case Competition on ‘Encouraging EV ownership in Singapore’: bit.ly/fass-case
4. FASS Commencement 2020 & 2021 Highlights
Congratulations to our graduates as they embark on exciting endeavours with purpose and passion: bit.ly/3bb3yKZ
5. NUS Study on Climate Change Increasing Fluvial Sediment
Prof Lu Xixi and Dr Li Dongfeng (Geography) led a global team in this major study of the Tibetan Plateau published in Science Magazine: bit.ly/geog-hma
6. Not For Circulation: The George E. Bogaars Story
Adjunct Professor Bertha Henson’s (CNM) latest book tells the life story of one of Singapore's pioneer civil servants: nus.edu/3GwQGwX
7. Moving Towards a Digitally Connected Society
Read The Straits Times article by A/P Irene Ng (Social Work), Dr Natalie Pang (CNM) and Prof Lim Sun Sun (SUTD): nus.edu/3jFNd5q
8. Commemorating 45 Years of Fostering Political Awareness
Learn about NUS Students' Political Association newly published book, ‘On The Road: A Collection of Essays and Articles From NUSPA Publications’: bit.ly/NUSPA-book
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. NUS Retains Top Position in 2022 QS World University Rankings Asia
The university maintains the top spot for the fourth consecutive year: bit.ly/3nUffM0
2. Singapore Stories Podcast: Prof Robbie Goh
Prof Goh, former FASS Dean (Jan 17 – Sep 21), shares his journey on becoming an experienced academic leader: bit.ly/ProfGoh-podcast
3. Mitigating Global Heating Via Interdisciplinary Research
A multidisciplinary team led by Prof David Taylor (Geography) identified causes and effects of biomass burning: nus.edu/3GhOGsr
4. Striking Conversations on Dating Apps
In a recent CNA article, Natalie Tan (Year 4, Sociology) discusses the factors of poor dating apps conversations: bit.ly/datingapps-CNA
5. Establishing Inclusivity Through Coffee
Learn about Foreword Coffee’s vision of building an inclusive workplace from its co-founder, Nadi Chan (Economics & Geography, ’18): bit.ly/2Y5w9yc
6. EVENT | Nation-building as a Civilising Mission (19 Nov, 5pm)
Gain insights on the ideas of Prof Syed Hussein Alatas through NUS University Professor Prof Wang Gungwu's memorial lecture: bit.ly/ProfAlatas-19Nov
7. EVENT | Singapore National Academy of Higher Education Dialogue 2021 (1 Dec, 12pm)
Join A/P Stephen Lim (Psychology) in a panel discussion on the empowerment of university youths and their teachers: bit.ly/SNAHE-1dec
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1. NUS Retains Top Position in 2022 QS World University Rankings Asia
The university maintains the top spot for the fourth consecutive year: bit.ly/3nUffM0
2. Singapore Stories Podcast: Prof Robbie Goh
Prof Goh, former FASS Dean (Jan 17 – Sep 21), shares his journey on becoming an experienced academic leader: bit.ly/ProfGoh-podcast
3. Mitigating Global Heating Via Interdisciplinary Research
A multidisciplinary team led by Prof David Taylor (Geography) identified causes and effects of biomass burning: nus.edu/3GhOGsr
4. Striking Conversations on Dating Apps
In a recent CNA article, Natalie Tan (Year 4, Sociology) discusses the factors of poor dating apps conversations: bit.ly/datingapps-CNA
5. Establishing Inclusivity Through Coffee
Learn about Foreword Coffee’s vision of building an inclusive workplace from its co-founder, Nadi Chan (Economics & Geography, ’18): bit.ly/2Y5w9yc
6. EVENT | Nation-building as a Civilising Mission (19 Nov, 5pm)
Gain insights on the ideas of Prof Syed Hussein Alatas through NUS University Professor Prof Wang Gungwu's memorial lecture: bit.ly/ProfAlatas-19Nov
7. EVENT | Singapore National Academy of Higher Education Dialogue 2021 (1 Dec, 12pm)
Join A/P Stephen Lim (Psychology) in a panel discussion on the empowerment of university youths and their teachers: bit.ly/SNAHE-1dec
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Celebrating NUS Alumni Awards 2021
40 exceptional individuals, including 15 FASS alumni, were recognised at the awards: bit.ly/NUSalumniaward21
2. Advocating Environmental Protection through Education
Read about Cassandra Yip’s (Year 3, Environmental Studies, minors in Global Studies & Economics) passion for the environment: bit.ly/fass-cassyip
3. Singapore’s Evolving Education Landscape
In its recent STEM special, Campus magazine discusses the College of Humanities and Sciences’ interdisciplinary education offerings: bit.ly/3mV9pLa
4. Influencer Cultures & Online Visibility in Asia Pacific
Join Isaac Manasseh Meyer Fellow, A/P Crystal Abidin (Sociology, ‘11), on a series of engagements during her visit this month with CNM: bit.ly/cnm-APAbidin
5. The 7 PitStop Wellness Principles
Adopt stress management and self-care tips to get through this important examination period in University: bit.ly/PitStop-osa
6. EVENT | ICT4Good/Asia Workshop (17 Nov, 10am)
Gain insights from A/P Weiyu Zhang (CNM) and other researchers as they explore the interdisciplinary field: nus.edu/3ksRyt7
7. EVENT | NUS Admissions Sharing for International Students (13 Nov, 9.30am)
Prepare for university and learn about the diverse opportunities offered by NUS: bit.ly/oam-intstudents
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1. Celebrating NUS Alumni Awards 2021
40 exceptional individuals, including 15 FASS alumni, were recognised at the awards: bit.ly/NUSalumniaward21
2. Advocating Environmental Protection through Education
Read about Cassandra Yip’s (Year 3, Environmental Studies, minors in Global Studies & Economics) passion for the environment: bit.ly/fass-cassyip
3. Singapore’s Evolving Education Landscape
In its recent STEM special, Campus magazine discusses the College of Humanities and Sciences’ interdisciplinary education offerings: bit.ly/3mV9pLa
4. Influencer Cultures & Online Visibility in Asia Pacific
Join Isaac Manasseh Meyer Fellow, A/P Crystal Abidin (Sociology, ‘11), on a series of engagements during her visit this month with CNM: bit.ly/cnm-APAbidin
5. The 7 PitStop Wellness Principles
Adopt stress management and self-care tips to get through this important examination period in University: bit.ly/PitStop-osa
6. EVENT | ICT4Good/Asia Workshop (17 Nov, 10am)
Gain insights from A/P Weiyu Zhang (CNM) and other researchers as they explore the interdisciplinary field: nus.edu/3ksRyt7
7. EVENT | NUS Admissions Sharing for International Students (13 Nov, 9.30am)
Prepare for university and learn about the diverse opportunities offered by NUS: bit.ly/oam-intstudents
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Understanding Seniors’ Social Networks in Singapore
A/P Elaine Ho (Geography) leads the 3.5 years project funded by the Social Science Research Thematic Grant: nus.edu/3qL68QS
2. Gaining Global Work Experience From Home
Learn about Salman Yusuf’s (Year 3, major in Statistics & minor in Economics) summer internship at Infosys: bit.ly/chs-SalmanYusuf
3. Breaking Barriers: Jonathan Tiong (CNM, ’21)
Being diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder has not stopped Jonathan from reaching his fullest potential: bit.ly/Jonathan-CNA
4. High Acceptance of LGBTQ People Among Youth
Read the FASS Gender and Sexuality Research Cluster’s (GSRC) comments on the TODAY Youth Survey: nus.edu/3oy8TlS
5. Doing Good: Citizen Translators Project
Find out how Neo Keng Hwee (Chinese Linguistics, ‘16(MA)) and Nur-El-Hudaa Jaffar (English Language & Sociology, ‘92) are lending their proficiencies: bit.ly/3Dhsblk
6. EVENT | Thirsty Thursdays: Insanely Delicious & Nutritious Plant-based Meals (2 Dec, 7.30pm)
Meet new friends and have a delicious meal from the comfort of your home: bit.ly/thirstythur-2Dec
7. IN MEMORIAM | Assoc Prof Pow Choon Piew (11 Dec, 10am)
Celebrate the life of A/P Pow (Geography), who passed away in July this year: bit.ly/3Hzzwzx
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1. Understanding Seniors’ Social Networks in Singapore
A/P Elaine Ho (Geography) leads the 3.5 years project funded by the Social Science Research Thematic Grant: nus.edu/3qL68QS
2. Gaining Global Work Experience From Home
Learn about Salman Yusuf’s (Year 3, major in Statistics & minor in Economics) summer internship at Infosys: bit.ly/chs-SalmanYusuf
3. Breaking Barriers: Jonathan Tiong (CNM, ’21)
Being diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder has not stopped Jonathan from reaching his fullest potential: bit.ly/Jonathan-CNA
4. High Acceptance of LGBTQ People Among Youth
Read the FASS Gender and Sexuality Research Cluster’s (GSRC) comments on the TODAY Youth Survey: nus.edu/3oy8TlS
5. Doing Good: Citizen Translators Project
Find out how Neo Keng Hwee (Chinese Linguistics, ‘16(MA)) and Nur-El-Hudaa Jaffar (English Language & Sociology, ‘92) are lending their proficiencies: bit.ly/3Dhsblk
6. EVENT | Thirsty Thursdays: Insanely Delicious & Nutritious Plant-based Meals (2 Dec, 7.30pm)
Meet new friends and have a delicious meal from the comfort of your home: bit.ly/thirstythur-2Dec
7. IN MEMORIAM | Assoc Prof Pow Choon Piew (11 Dec, 10am)
Celebrate the life of A/P Pow (Geography), who passed away in July this year: bit.ly/3Hzzwzx
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Join Us as a FASS Student Ambassador Today
FASS is seeking outstanding Year 2 and 3 students with excellent academic standing as well as an active student life to join our Student Ambassador community!
Are you ready for the challenge?
Learn how you can make a difference: bit.ly/FASSSAP
Apply by 5 Dec 2021: bit.ly/SignUpFASSSAP
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FASS is seeking outstanding Year 2 and 3 students with excellent academic standing as well as an active student life to join our Student Ambassador community!
Are you ready for the challenge?
Learn how you can make a difference: bit.ly/FASSSAP
Apply by 5 Dec 2021: bit.ly/SignUpFASSSAP
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. NUS Graduates Ranked Top 10 by Employers Worldwide
NUS graduates are ranked the 9th most employable worldwide for the 2nd year running and is the only Singapore university in the global top 10: bit.ly/gradtop10fass
2. A New Chapter: The CHS Journey
Discover CHS students’, Goh Xin Ni (Psychology), Bebin Joseph (Political Science) and Zheng Jingyi (Political Science), experiences and ambitions: bit.ly/FASSLvgHumanities
3. BOOK LAUNCH | The Strange Start of Psychology at NUS (10 Dec, 11am)
Join Prof Tan Tai Yong (History & Yale-NUS College), Emeritus Prof S. Vasoo (Social Work), and A/P Chua Fook Kee (Psychology), as they share the Department's milestones: bit.ly/StartNUSPsy
4. Reimagining the Way Malay Is Learnt
Founder of Mini Monsters, Rilla Melati (Theatre Studies, ’96) is charting new strategies to help the young learn the Malay language: bit.ly/RillaMelatiTS
5. China, Asean and the New Maritime Silk Road
Read about University Prof Wang Gungwu’s (History) keynote speech from a recent webinar organised by the Academy of Professors Malaysia: bit.ly/3DVxJ5t
6. Celebrating Our Malay Cultural Heritage
Liyana Nasyita Shukarman, a current Malay Studies Masters student, was recently appointed cultural ambassador for her contributions: bit.ly/3CzUwCt
7. EVENT | Household and Living Arrangement Projections (13 & 14 Jan 2022)
The 2nd International Conference and Training Workshop by NUS Centre for Family and Population Research will focus on the dynamics of households in Asia: nus.edu/3xf6rEI
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1. NUS Graduates Ranked Top 10 by Employers Worldwide
NUS graduates are ranked the 9th most employable worldwide for the 2nd year running and is the only Singapore university in the global top 10: bit.ly/gradtop10fass
2. A New Chapter: The CHS Journey
Discover CHS students’, Goh Xin Ni (Psychology), Bebin Joseph (Political Science) and Zheng Jingyi (Political Science), experiences and ambitions: bit.ly/FASSLvgHumanities
3. BOOK LAUNCH | The Strange Start of Psychology at NUS (10 Dec, 11am)
Join Prof Tan Tai Yong (History & Yale-NUS College), Emeritus Prof S. Vasoo (Social Work), and A/P Chua Fook Kee (Psychology), as they share the Department's milestones: bit.ly/StartNUSPsy
4. Reimagining the Way Malay Is Learnt
Founder of Mini Monsters, Rilla Melati (Theatre Studies, ’96) is charting new strategies to help the young learn the Malay language: bit.ly/RillaMelatiTS
5. China, Asean and the New Maritime Silk Road
Read about University Prof Wang Gungwu’s (History) keynote speech from a recent webinar organised by the Academy of Professors Malaysia: bit.ly/3DVxJ5t
6. Celebrating Our Malay Cultural Heritage
Liyana Nasyita Shukarman, a current Malay Studies Masters student, was recently appointed cultural ambassador for her contributions: bit.ly/3CzUwCt
7. EVENT | Household and Living Arrangement Projections (13 & 14 Jan 2022)
The 2nd International Conference and Training Workshop by NUS Centre for Family and Population Research will focus on the dynamics of households in Asia: nus.edu/3xf6rEI
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Solutions for Combatting COVID-19
Dr Kamalini Ramdas (Geography) and Prof Zhang Louxin (Mathematics) share how geographical information systems and data science can tackle the virus: bit.ly/CHSCovidYT
2. Great Disruptions: The Struggle for Our Normative Future
Watch Dr Noeleen Heyzer, co-chair of the FASS advisory board, address the four great disruptions that pose the greatest test of our generation: bit.ly/32NDq7Y
3. Six Views on Identities and Diversity
Gain fresh insights into Prof Vineeta Sinha’s (Sociology) perspectives in going beyond race and religion, and how these different facets of identity intersect: bit.ly/SCidentities
4. Rise in Online Betting
Prof Chew Soo Hong, Assoc Prof Liu Haoming and Assoc Prof Alberto Salvo (Economics) discuss the rise in demand for ‘hope products’ during times of adversity: bit.ly/EConlinebet
5. Lion City Narratives: Singapore Through Western Eyes
Assoc Prof Victor Savage (formerly of NUS Geography & FASS Vice Dean, '91-97) distils decades of writings and records to find distinct Western perspectives about Singapore for his new book: nus.edu/3py3Faj
6. SPECIAL BRIEFING | Learn All About the FASS Student Ambassador Programme
Engage with current and former Ambassadors today (2 Dec) at 5:30 pm, and discover the future of your training as FASS' elite group of student leaders. Come with burning questions and compelling ideas: bit.ly/FASSAmReg
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1. Solutions for Combatting COVID-19
Dr Kamalini Ramdas (Geography) and Prof Zhang Louxin (Mathematics) share how geographical information systems and data science can tackle the virus: bit.ly/CHSCovidYT
2. Great Disruptions: The Struggle for Our Normative Future
Watch Dr Noeleen Heyzer, co-chair of the FASS advisory board, address the four great disruptions that pose the greatest test of our generation: bit.ly/32NDq7Y
3. Six Views on Identities and Diversity
Gain fresh insights into Prof Vineeta Sinha’s (Sociology) perspectives in going beyond race and religion, and how these different facets of identity intersect: bit.ly/SCidentities
4. Rise in Online Betting
Prof Chew Soo Hong, Assoc Prof Liu Haoming and Assoc Prof Alberto Salvo (Economics) discuss the rise in demand for ‘hope products’ during times of adversity: bit.ly/EConlinebet
5. Lion City Narratives: Singapore Through Western Eyes
Assoc Prof Victor Savage (formerly of NUS Geography & FASS Vice Dean, '91-97) distils decades of writings and records to find distinct Western perspectives about Singapore for his new book: nus.edu/3py3Faj
6. SPECIAL BRIEFING | Learn All About the FASS Student Ambassador Programme
Engage with current and former Ambassadors today (2 Dec) at 5:30 pm, and discover the future of your training as FASS' elite group of student leaders. Come with burning questions and compelling ideas: bit.ly/FASSAmReg
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ONE MORE WEEK | Apply to be a Student Ambassador Now!
By popular demand the deadline for application to the FASS Student Ambassador Programme has been moved to 10 Dec 2021.
We are seeking outstanding Year 2 and 3 FASS students with excellent academic standing and active student life to represent the FASS student community at various events and outreach activities.
Apply by 10 Dec 2021: bit.ly/SignUpFASSSAP
Find out more: bit.ly/FASSSAP
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By popular demand the deadline for application to the FASS Student Ambassador Programme has been moved to 10 Dec 2021.
We are seeking outstanding Year 2 and 3 FASS students with excellent academic standing and active student life to represent the FASS student community at various events and outreach activities.
Apply by 10 Dec 2021: bit.ly/SignUpFASSSAP
Find out more: bit.ly/FASSSAP
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Buying Time for Climate Action
Co-editor, instructor Jonathan Sim (Philosophy) shares the challenges to addressing the climate emergency as well as the lessons for Singapore and the region: nus.edu/3ou011D
2. A Passion for Nature
Learn about Annabel Lim’s (Year 4, Life Sciences/CNM) journey in pursuing an interdisciplinary education: nus.edu/3Gp7eWV
3. BOOK LAUNCH | The Strange Start of Psychology at NUS (10 Dec, 11am)
Guests of honour Prof Tan Tai Yong (History & Yale-NUS College), Emeritus Prof S. Vasoo (Social Work), and A/P Chua Fook Kee (Psychology) will reflect on the Department's growth and accomplishments: bit.ly/StartNUSPsy
4. Tackling Climate Change, Setting an Example for Children
Ng Chia Wee (Year 4, Politics, Philosophy & Economics) discusses the moral dilemmas his generation face and approaches to the climate emergency in a CNA commentary: bit.ly/CNANgChiaWee
5. EVENT | The Media Conversation (9 – 10 Dec)
Gain a deeper understanding of the media industry in Singapore and the region via engaging sessions by Mediacorp and Communications & New Media: bit.ly/TheMediaConvDec2021
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1. Buying Time for Climate Action
Co-editor, instructor Jonathan Sim (Philosophy) shares the challenges to addressing the climate emergency as well as the lessons for Singapore and the region: nus.edu/3ou011D
2. A Passion for Nature
Learn about Annabel Lim’s (Year 4, Life Sciences/CNM) journey in pursuing an interdisciplinary education: nus.edu/3Gp7eWV
3. BOOK LAUNCH | The Strange Start of Psychology at NUS (10 Dec, 11am)
Guests of honour Prof Tan Tai Yong (History & Yale-NUS College), Emeritus Prof S. Vasoo (Social Work), and A/P Chua Fook Kee (Psychology) will reflect on the Department's growth and accomplishments: bit.ly/StartNUSPsy
4. Tackling Climate Change, Setting an Example for Children
Ng Chia Wee (Year 4, Politics, Philosophy & Economics) discusses the moral dilemmas his generation face and approaches to the climate emergency in a CNA commentary: bit.ly/CNANgChiaWee
5. EVENT | The Media Conversation (9 – 10 Dec)
Gain a deeper understanding of the media industry in Singapore and the region via engaging sessions by Mediacorp and Communications & New Media: bit.ly/TheMediaConvDec2021
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Greetings from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are highlights for the week:
1. Leading Lifelong Learning at NUS
President Prof Tan Eng Chye shares how NUS is “reimagining the function of the university” in an interview with Times Higher Education: bit.ly/NUSPresidentLifelongLearning
2. The Many Motivations for Learning a New Language
In a recent CNA column, Dr Daniel Chan (Centre for Language Studies) explores reasons that would move one to learn a new language: bit.ly/CLSDrChanLearnNewLanguages
3. Opposing Power: Building Opposition Alliances in Electoral Autocracies
Asst. Prof Elvin Ong (Political Science) discusses how sharing information about different opposition parties of a regime may foster recognition of their mutual dependency in his new book: nus.edu/3GM2niE
4. EVENT | The CHS Navigator (8-11 Feb 2022)
Pave your way forward towards your desired career at the inaugural career and learning festival jointly organised by CHS and CFG: bit.ly/CHSNavigator
5. NUS Overseas Colleges SEA Programme (Apply by 17 Dec 2021)
Seize opportunities to work closely with the founders of dynamic start-ups in vibrant SEA economies: nus.edu/3F2h80f
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1. Leading Lifelong Learning at NUS
President Prof Tan Eng Chye shares how NUS is “reimagining the function of the university” in an interview with Times Higher Education: bit.ly/NUSPresidentLifelongLearning
2. The Many Motivations for Learning a New Language
In a recent CNA column, Dr Daniel Chan (Centre for Language Studies) explores reasons that would move one to learn a new language: bit.ly/CLSDrChanLearnNewLanguages
3. Opposing Power: Building Opposition Alliances in Electoral Autocracies
Asst. Prof Elvin Ong (Political Science) discusses how sharing information about different opposition parties of a regime may foster recognition of their mutual dependency in his new book: nus.edu/3GM2niE
4. EVENT | The CHS Navigator (8-11 Feb 2022)
Pave your way forward towards your desired career at the inaugural career and learning festival jointly organised by CHS and CFG: bit.ly/CHSNavigator
5. NUS Overseas Colleges SEA Programme (Apply by 17 Dec 2021)
Seize opportunities to work closely with the founders of dynamic start-ups in vibrant SEA economies: nus.edu/3F2h80f
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NUS CHS Campaign Wins PR Excellence Award
The university has garnered a major public relations accolade for the launch and publicity campaign behind the newly inaugurated College of Humanities and Sciences — Institute of Public Relations PRISM Distinction Award in the “Outstanding Campaign by a Non-Government Organisation or Not-For-Profit Organisation” category.
Full story: https://nus.edu/3Eit6BT
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The university has garnered a major public relations accolade for the launch and publicity campaign behind the newly inaugurated College of Humanities and Sciences — Institute of Public Relations PRISM Distinction Award in the “Outstanding Campaign by a Non-Government Organisation or Not-For-Profit Organisation” category.
Full story: https://nus.edu/3Eit6BT
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A very happy 2022 to you from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences! Here are some news and events to catch up on as you start the year:
1. Rethinking University Education
Newly appointed Dean of NUS College, Prof Simon Chesterman, shares his thoughts on what institutions should be teaching in a world where computers know everything and AI is acquiring the skills to apply that knowledge: https://nus.edu/3HJfz8F
2. FASS Announces New Additions to Leadership Team
Discover three eminent Faculty members who have assumed new roles at the beginning of this year: nus.edu/3F25Okh
3. Faculty Teaching Excellence Award Winners Unveiled
We are proud to announce the 37 teaching award winners, 16 of which have also been nominated for the Annual Teaching Excellence Award (ATEA) and Annual Digital Education Award (ADEA): nus.edu/3t1SkSU
4. Visit CHS from the Comfort of Your Home
Discover interesting educational, research and social spaces in FASS and FOS: bit.ly/chs-virtual-tour
5. Chineseness and the Cold War
Edited by A/P Xu Lanjun (Chinese Studies) and A/P Jeremy Taylor (University of Nottingham), the book explores different notions of Chineseness through case studies in Asia: nus.edu/3qgkXJl
6. Lessons From the Dream Factory
Alumni entrepreneurs Cordillia Ann (English Language & Linguistics, ’21) and Yeoh Wanqing (Global Studies, ’21) share the profound influence NOC has had on them: nus.edu/3EkLdHs
7. EVENT | Humanities and Social Sciences Research on S’pore and the Region (7 Jan 2022)
Gain deeper insights from FASS Academics on themes of diaspora and cosmopolitanism, religion and place, as well as language and multiculturalism: nus.edu/3pkpQ4U
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1. Rethinking University Education
Newly appointed Dean of NUS College, Prof Simon Chesterman, shares his thoughts on what institutions should be teaching in a world where computers know everything and AI is acquiring the skills to apply that knowledge: https://nus.edu/3HJfz8F
2. FASS Announces New Additions to Leadership Team
Discover three eminent Faculty members who have assumed new roles at the beginning of this year: nus.edu/3F25Okh
3. Faculty Teaching Excellence Award Winners Unveiled
We are proud to announce the 37 teaching award winners, 16 of which have also been nominated for the Annual Teaching Excellence Award (ATEA) and Annual Digital Education Award (ADEA): nus.edu/3t1SkSU
4. Visit CHS from the Comfort of Your Home
Discover interesting educational, research and social spaces in FASS and FOS: bit.ly/chs-virtual-tour
5. Chineseness and the Cold War
Edited by A/P Xu Lanjun (Chinese Studies) and A/P Jeremy Taylor (University of Nottingham), the book explores different notions of Chineseness through case studies in Asia: nus.edu/3qgkXJl
6. Lessons From the Dream Factory
Alumni entrepreneurs Cordillia Ann (English Language & Linguistics, ’21) and Yeoh Wanqing (Global Studies, ’21) share the profound influence NOC has had on them: nus.edu/3EkLdHs
7. EVENT | Humanities and Social Sciences Research on S’pore and the Region (7 Jan 2022)
Gain deeper insights from FASS Academics on themes of diaspora and cosmopolitanism, religion and place, as well as language and multiculturalism: nus.edu/3pkpQ4U
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