🔥Hello PHam F&S Island Adventure is here 🏝️ !!!! Start off recess week WITH YOUR FRIENDS NOW! 👀👀👀

Date 📆 : 26 Feb (Mon)
Time 🕰️ : 10am to 5pm
Island 🏝️ : Pulau Ubin
Price: $5 (Transport provided!) 🚍 🚤
Requirement: Cycling experience recommended
*shuttle bus from PH will be provided

ONLY 13 SLOTS AVAILABLE ! Do sign up NOW with your friends to join us on a fun and exciting adventure 🏝️⛰️

Kindly Sign up here by 18Feb

Hi all! Thank you for your enthusiastic response to this initiative. We regret to inform you signups are now closed due to overwhelming response. Please do look out for our next initiative!

🌳🌿Recess Week is coming! 🌿🌳

Join NUS Toddycats for a tree-mendous reforesting adventure on Kent Ridge!

🚀 Mission:
Transform Kent Ridge into a thriving Tropical Rainforest Campus! Let's plant native trees, break a little sweat, and restore the green heart of our university. 💚

🌟 What to Expect:
🌱 Weed clearance, soil digging, and planting fun
💪 Contribute to NUS’ goal of 100,000 trees by 2030
❣️Unique experience like no other

🗓️ 2 March
🕗 8am
📍Junction of Kent Ridge Road and the turn-off into House numbers 9 and 10 (refer to the sign up link for pictures and details!)

🕺 Sign up HERE! 🕺

@nusbuzz

👗 PHYSICAL FASHION SWAP IS BACK!!👠

Getting tired of having "nothing to wear"? 👕Is your wardrobe bursting at the seams? Craving a fashion upgrade without breaking the bank? 🛍 Join us for an exclusive PHYSICAL Fashion Swap by F&S

📅 Date: 20/3/2024 - 21/3/2024
🕒 Time: 2pm - 8pm
📍 Location: PH foyer

How It Works:

1. Bring your gently used clothing, shoes, and accessories.
2. Swap your items with fellow fashion enthusiasts.
3. Say goodbye to wardrobe woes and hello to a refreshed closet!

Don't forget to join our fashion swap telegram channel here to keep up with our online swaps!

Hello PHam! The F&S team has collaborated with the Mental Wellness IG to bring you…

🛶Kayak and Clean!✨

Want to help keep our lakes clean?
Want to try out kayaking? Or both?
Well, this event is for you! 👀

📅 : 28 March 2024 (Thu, NUS Wellbeing Day)
⏰ : 8.30am-1.30pm
🏝 : Jurong Lake Gardens
💵 : $5 copayment required

One-way transport and bento lunches will be provided

Sign up NOW (only 27 slots available in total!) 🌊

P.S. Don’t be afraid if you don’t have any kayaking experience, because we will have instructors during the event 🦦

Don’t forget‼️ This is happening today and tomorrow at the PH Foyer from 2-8pm ‼️🫶 Can’t wait to see you there!

We are officially open for business!! Come down now to cop the heat 🔥🔥🔥

PH F&S team is collaborating with Cooking IG for this year’s ✨UGLY FOOD RESCUE✨

Bought too much vegetables? Got some excess food in the fridge? Fret not - join us in our event here:

📆Date: 1st April 2024 (Monday)
⏰Time: 5.00pm - 8.00pm
📍Location: PH Foyer

Drop by to donate food items - and … [FREE FOOD INCOMING] enjoy a hearty steamboat meal made with our rescued food!

Do remember to bring your own utensils to the event!

Disclaimer: Food donated should be of satisfactory quality.

[InfiniUse] ♻️🛌🔌 - an initiative under NUS SAVE

HELLO! Donate your pre-loved hostel items, and they'll help other residents next sem!!

The PGP Donation point:
PGPR Block 5 Level 2 Storeroom (Inside Emerald Realm Lounge)*
(further directions will be given in their TELE CHANNEL)

Open to ALL (PGPR/HH/LH/PH/etc.)
*please enter the lounge quietly as there are people studying there!

Opening Hours:
📚Reading Week: 23 & 25 Apr (4-8pm)
✏️Exam Week 1: 30 Apr & 2 May (4-8pm)
✏️Exam Week 2: 7 & 9 May (4-8pm)
📦 Move Out Weekend: 11 & 12 May (10am-2pm)

Instructions for Donation:
We accept donations in good condition. If your beddings are badly stained or your items are in poor condition, please do NOT give them to us. If in doubt, our friendly volunteers will be on site to assist you!

Call for Volunteers:
Join us to help with this drive and future ones HERE!!

PS. We also have a website now - you can read more about InfiniUse there!

[F&S Eco Pledge + Giveaway🪴]

Looking for a way to start a sustainable habit? Come down to the PH Foyer and grab your very own cute plant kit, courtesy of PH Frugality & Sustainability (FNS)! It’s the perfect way to de-stress while growing something beautiful that you can care for every day.🪴

All you have to do is jot down a sustainable habit you'd like to adopt this AY, and the plant kit is yours! 💚

📍 Location: PH Foyer
🕕 Time: 6:00 - 7:30 PM
🎁 Limited to the first 35 participants—don’t miss out!

[Vertical Farm BBQ Session 😋]

Hey everyone! 🌱🔥 Get ready to "grow" and have some fun at our Vertical Farm BBQ at Pioneer House! Let’s "leaf" our worries behind and enjoy good food and great company.

Date: 18/10
Time: 6pm onwards
Location: BBQ Pit 2

Bring along your friends and yourself—let’s make it a “grill-iant” time! Can’t wait to see you all there! 🍔🥗

Fill in our form if you’re in for some phun “thyme” together!
https://forms.office.com/r/NBrMa9q7rf

🌟 Join us for the Upcycling Event on 11th October! 🌟

Midterms over? Feeling a bit restless? Why not channel that energy into something fun and eco-friendly! ♻️👕

🗓 Date: 11th October
🕡 Time: 6:30 PM
📍 Where: FR4 (Get ready to vibe and craft!)

💥 The first 30 sign-ups score a FREE, exclusive keychain! 💥

🎉 All you need is an old t-shirt, some markers, and scissors—let your imagination run wild!

🌱 Don’t have an old shirt? No worries! Donate some of your preloved shirts in the drop-off box at the PH foyer (next to the vending machines)🌿

Questions? Hit up @shroomyyumz or @woondyyyyyy for the deets! 💬

Sign up here !! 💅🌷

[Weekly Blast!]
🌍 Thinking about making more sustainable choices? Did you know that the type of shopping bag you use can have a significant impact on the environment?

This insightful article from National Geographic explores the pros and cons of various shopping bags—whether reusable, paper, or plastic. It highlights how switching to reusable bags can dramatically reduce waste and your carbon footprint.

🛍️ Ready to make a difference? Discover which bag is the best choice for you and learn how small changes can lead to big impacts!

👉 Read more here

#Sustainability #EcoFriendly #PlasticPollution #ReduceWaste

[F&S Island Hopping Adventure💦]

Join us for an exciting Island Hopping Adventure as we visit St John’s and Lazarus Islands! This journey is perfect for those who love discovering new horizons, experiencing the beauty of nature, and appreciating the unique flora and fauna of Singapore’s Southern Islands. ✨

You will explore these hidden gems and learn about sustainable and frugal living—ideal for anyone looking to live in harmony with nature.

📅 Date: 19th October 2024 (Saturday)
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
📍 Meeting Point: PH Foyer
💵 Co-payment: $5 via NUSFastPay

Instructions to Sign Up:
1. Fill up the NUSFastPay form link and make the $5 co-payment.
2. Take a screenshot of the proof of payment.
3. Proceed to fill up the NUSync link form using the link provided, and upload the screenshot of your payment.

Deadline to Register: 18th October 2024

Get ready for an adventurous journey to Singapore’s Southern Islands! 👒

🌍 Are Microplastics a Concern for You?

Microplastics are tiny plastic particles that have made their way into our bodies, and it's essential to understand their impact. Here are four key takeaways from a recent article in The Straits Times:

What Are Microplastics? Microplastics are pieces of plastic less than 5mm in size, often found in various products and environments.

Where Do They Come From? Common sources include personal care products, synthetic textiles, and even degraded larger plastic items.

Health Implications: While research is ongoing, there are concerns about how microplastics can affect human health, potentially leading to inflammation and other issues.

Taking Action: Reducing plastic usage and opting for sustainable alternatives can help mitigate this issue.

Understanding the significance of microplastics is crucial for our health and the environment. To learn more about the impact of microplastics and what you can do, read the full article here.

#Microplastics #Sustainability #Environment #HealthAwareness

🌊 Kayak & Clean 2025 – Pioneer House 🌿
Join us for a meaningful and exciting day at Kayak & Clean, where we’ll paddle through Marina Bay while helping to clean up our waters!

📅 Date: 15th February 2025 (Saturday)
🕘 Time: 9:15 AM – 1:45 PM
📍 Meeting Point: Pioneer House Foyer
🚌 Transport: Chartered bus to PAssion WaVe @ Marina Bay
🎟 Participant Cap: 30 people (first come, first served)
💲 Co-Payment Fee: $15

💡 What to Expect:
✅ Guided kayaking session with a focus on environmental conservation
✅ Hands-on cleanup to remove floating waste from the water
✅ Lunch provided!

🌧 Wet Weather Plan: *Do note that there will be no refunds or reschedules due to inclement weather.

⚠️ Important Notes:
Participants must be able to swim or be comfortable in water.
A waiver form will be required for participation.

📢 Sign up NOW and be part of the change! 🌎

[CONEY ISLAND BEACH CLEANUP 🌱 ✨🌊]

Drowning in mid-term stress? Come vibe with us and nature as we clear our minds while cleaning the environment! 🌞♻️

Escape to Coney Island with PH F&S for a fun and meaningful Saturday morning! 🎶
Good company, great cause, and nature therapy guaranteed! 🌿

SIGN UP HERE NOW!!!!

📅 22nd March (Saturday)
⏰ 8:30AM sharp - 12.30PM!
One way transport to Coney Island and Lunch Subsidy of $5 provided!
💧 BYO reusable water bottle & good vibes

Let’s make waves for a cleaner, greener future! 🌊💚
#PHFS #ConeyCleanup #GoodVibesOnly #SustainableLiving

*edited due to typo in poster*