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We're back with our annual Ellipsis' Valentines Welfare Drive! πŸ’–πŸ’

Dedicate a special Valentines Day welfare pack πŸ’Œ to your significant someone this ValentinesπŸ’‹, filled with a handpicked selection of goodies guaranteed to put a smile on their faceπŸ₯°!

Spread the love, share the joy, and make this Valentine's truly meaningful πŸ‘©β€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨! Sign ups are coming soon!

Collection Details
Date: Wednesday, 14 February 2024
Time: 12pm - 5pm
Venue: SCIS1 CR3-1

The link πŸ”— to sign up will be released πŸ”₯exclusivelyπŸ”₯ in this channel. The link will be released at a random time between 12pm - 10pm on Thursday, 25 January 2024, so keep your notifications on!

Should you have any queries, feel free to contact JR (@immaBEAST) or Ryan (@swaglord57)!
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We're back with our annual Ellipsis' Valentines Welfare Drive! πŸ’–πŸ’

Dedicate a special Valentines Day welfare pack πŸ’Œ to your significant someone this ValentinesπŸ’‹, filled with a handpicked selection of goodies guaranteed to put a smile on their faceπŸ₯°!

Spread the love, share the joy, and make this Valentine's truly meaningful πŸ‘©β€β€οΈβ€πŸ‘¨! Sign ups are coming soon!

Collection Details
Date: Wednesday, 14 February 2024
Time: 12pm - 5pm
Venue: SCIS1 CR3-1

Registration is now open β€” sign up here❗️ (Fastest fingers first! πŸ˜‰)

Should you have any queries, feel free to contact JR (@immaBEAST) or Ryan (@swaglord57)!
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Hello SCIStersπŸ‘‹

The SMU Ellipsis Networking Event 2024 is happening NOW!

Date: Tuesday, 30 January 2024
Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm
Venue: SMU Connexion Event Square (Level 5)

Refreshments are available on a first-come first-serve basis πŸ‘€

Feel free to join us and network with our partner companies' representatives directlyπŸ˜‰βœ¨
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✨ We are back with SCIS REUNION πŸ’«

Ellipsis is thrilled to invite all SCIS students and alumni to join us for our upcoming SCIS Reunion: NostalgiaFest 2024 and kick off the new year together!

Come on down and join us for a night of fun! Expect goodie bags, game booths, a photo booth and a performance from SMU SoundFoundry. 🀩🀩🀩
Stand a chance to win LUMOS projectors too! πŸ₯³

Event Details
Date : Thursday, 8 February 2024
Time : 6pm - 9pm
Venue : SOSS/CIS Event Lobby

P.S. Dinner is provided!!

Please sign up here by Wednesday, 7 February 2024 and we hope to see you there!

Should you have any queries, feel free to contact Michelle (@tehpingcaifan) or Jess Myn (@jesszmyn) on Telegram!
hello everyone, WorldQuant is looking to host a workshop to teach and guide students on how to use their platform to test algorithm to make successful trades, preparing students for their upcoming competition.

The current tentative workshop details:

Date: 25th March 2024 (Monday)
Time: 6.30pm - 9.30pm

Please indicate your interest in the workshop here below!!
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[Ellipsis Major Talks 2024]
CURIOUS ABOUT YOUR MAJOR OPTIONS? πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™‚οΈπŸ€·πŸ½πŸ€·πŸΎβ€β™€οΈ

FIND OUT MORE TODAY! πŸ‘¨πŸ»β€πŸ’»πŸ§‘πŸ½β€πŸ’»πŸ‘©πŸΎβ€πŸ’»


Ellipsis is back with another iteration of SCIS Major Talks via zoom this semester!

Join us to learn more about the various majors and tracks offered in SCIS from the professors themselves - all SCIS students are welcome πŸ€—

Event Details:
C&L: Monday, 26 February,
10.00am – 11.00am

IS: Tuesday, 27 February,
1.30pm – 2.30pm

CS : Wednesday, 28 February,
1.00pm – 2.00pm

Mode:
Zoom (link to be disseminated via email)

Registration Link:
https://smu.sg/majortalks2024

Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jamesz (@jam333s2) or Kai Sheng (@kaishengg) on Telegram!
Want to learn how to ACE your software engineering interviews?
Want a friendly introduction to competitive coding?

Join Ellipsis Code# 2024 and hone your programming skills through a series of daily coding challenges with attractive goodie bags and prizes to be won!

Event details
Opening Ceremony

- Monday, 26 February 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Start of Competition
-
Monday, 26 February 2024, 1:30pm

Submission Deadline
- Thursday, 29 February 2024, 3:00pm

Closing Ceremony
- Friday, 1 March 2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm @ SOSS / CIS Event Lobby

Register Now @ https://smu.sg/ellipsis-code-2024

More information available @ https://ellipsis.scis.smu.edu.sg/code-sharp

Should you have any queries, feel free to contact Johnny Lin @knyanlin or Jonathan Teo @jonteo2001 on Telegram!
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We're back with our annual Ellipsis' Valentines Welfare Drive! πŸ’–πŸ’ Dedicate a special Valentines Day welfare pack πŸ’Œ to your significant someone this ValentinesπŸ’‹, filled with a handpicked selection of goodies guaranteed to put a smile on their faceπŸ₯°! Spread…
Hello SCIStersπŸ‘‹

Ellipsis' Valentines Welfare Drive 2024 is still going on NOW!

πŸ’Œ Friendly Reminder: If you've signed up for our Valentine's Day welfare drive, don't forget to collect your special package filled with love and goodies!

Swing by SCIS1 CR3-1 before 5pm to spread some joy. Happy Valentine's Day! β€οΈπŸŽ‰
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Ellipsis is excited to announce that registrations for the EY Open Science Data Challenge 2024 are now open! We would like to invite all SCIS students to participate in this global competition that gives university students the opportunity to use data, artificial intelligence and technology to help build a sustainable future for society and the planet.

EY's 2024 Challenge focuses on coastal resilience and climate change. Participants will use high-resolution satellite datasets to build predictive models that help vulnerable communities adapt to evolving conditions and recover from climate events that might otherwise cause irreparable harm. Top entries are eligible for up to $10,000 in cash and a trip to Athens, Greece in July. What are you waiting for? Sign up now!
[Ellipsis Major Talks 2024]
CURIOUS ABOUT YOUR MAJOR OPTIONS? πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™‚οΈπŸ€·πŸ½πŸ€·πŸΎβ€β™€οΈ

FIND OUT MORE TODAY! πŸ‘¨πŸ»β€πŸ’»πŸ§‘πŸ½β€πŸ’»πŸ‘©πŸΎβ€πŸ’»


Ellipsis is back with another iteration of SCIS Major Talks via zoom this semester!

Join us to learn more about the various majors and tracks offered in SCIS from the professors themselves - all SCIS students are welcome πŸ€—

Event Details:
C&L: Monday, 26 February,
10.00am – 11.00am

IS: Tuesday, 27 February,
1.30pm – 2.30pm

CS : Wednesday, 28 February,
1.00pm – 2.00pm

Mode:
Zoom (link to be disseminated via email)

Registration Link:
https://smu.sg/majortalks2024

Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jamesz (@jam333s2) or Kai Sheng (@kaishengg) on Telegram!
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Hello SCIS! SMU Invictus is back for another year!! πŸ”₯

In the 2024 edition of the Inter-Faculty Games, students can represent their faculty in 8 different sports to emerge as the ultimate victor πŸ† Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a sports prodigy hungry for victory, SMU Invictus welcomes all who dare to strive for greatness!

Participate in the following sports and embark on a journey of fierce competition:
- Basketball πŸ€
- Volleyball 🏐
- Floorball πŸ’
- Handball πŸ€Ύβ€β™‚οΈ
- Climb πŸ§—
- Badminton 🏸
- Netball 🫢
- Ultimate Frisbee πŸ₯

Want to know more? Refer to the participants booklet here: http://tinyurl.com/y8hy25up

Sign up now with the links below!
Handball, Climb and Floorball: https://forms.office.com/r/9yphX2eEBv
Others: https://forms.office.com/r/f9Ly7iWrfD
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Hello everyone, DeFiChain Labs is looking to host a panel discussion consisting of 2-3 developers from their company in SMU, focusing on Navigating DeFi: Exploring Opportunities, Challenges, and Career Paths.

The following questions/topics will be covered during the panel discussion:
1. What is DeFi to you?
2. Challenges blockchain and DeFi solve.
3. Latest trends and innovations in the DeFi space.
4. Day-to-day in the life of a DeFiChain Labs employee.
5. Motivation for joining the blockchain and DeFi field.
6. What to expect + skills required to join the field.
7. Blockchain/startup space after university: Yes or No?
8. Promising growth areas in DeFi ecosystem for newcomers, and why.
9. Tips on changing career paths to blockchain and DeFi.
10. Job security in the field in the current economy.

Kindly help us indicate your interest in joining the panel discussion by voting on the poll below! Thank you :).
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DeFiChain Labs Panel Discussion
Anonymous Poll
47%
Yes I am interested
53%
No I am not interested
TikTok APAC Early Careers team is looking to host aspiring individuals who are interested in joining the Tech world for a networking and panel discussion in our office.

This would be an exciting opportunity for you to connect with TikTok, exchange insights, and empower one another to excel in the tech industry.

Please find the event details below:
- Date: 27th February 2024
- Time: 6pm to 8pm (GMT+8)
Hello SCIS! SMU Invictus is back for another year!! πŸ”₯

In the 2024 edition of the Inter-Faculty Games, students can represent their faculty in 8 different sports to emerge as the ultimate victor πŸ† Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a sports prodigy hungry for victory, SMU Invictus welcomes all who dare to strive for greatness!

Participate in the following sports and embark on a journey of fierce competition:
- Basketball πŸ€
- Volleyball 🏐
- Floorball πŸ’
- Handball πŸ€Ύβ€β™‚οΈ
- Climb πŸ§—
- Badminton 🏸
- Netball 🫢
- Ultimate Frisbee πŸ₯

Want to know more? Refer to the participants booklet here: http://tinyurl.com/y8hy25up

Sign up now with the links below!
Handball, Climb and Floorball: https://forms.office.com/r/9yphX2eEBv
Others: https://forms.office.com/r/f9Ly7iWrfD
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⛴⭐️PSA Company Visit⭐️⛴

Join us for an exclusive tour into the heart of innovation at PSA's cutting-edge Innovation Centre in Singapore! PSA Innovation Centre is an experiential, multimedia showcase of PSA’s next-generation port and wider supply chain ecosystem. Delve into the world's largest transhipment hub, operated by PSA Corporation.

- Uncover exciting career/internship opportunities. πŸ’Ό
- Engage with captivating interactive exhibits and discover the groundbreaking advancements driving PSA's operations. πŸ–₯
- Network with PSA's Cybersecurity team to find out how the team safeguards critical infrastructure. πŸ”’

Don't miss out on this unique opportunity! Refreshments will be provided.

πŸ“… Date: Friday, 8 March 2024
⏰ Time: 4.30pm - 6.30pm (We will be leaving SMU at 3.30pm, we will be taking public transport there)
πŸ“ Venue: PSA Horizons, 1 Harbour Dr, #03-00 PSA Horizons, Singapore 117352
πŸš€ Platform/Mode: Physical

Sign up now: https://smu.sg/PSA-visit-2024
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[SEMINAR ROOMS FOR RECESS WEEK]

Hey SCISters! πŸ¦‰

Ellipsis has set aside Seminar Rooms for all SCIS students to use during recess week!

To unlock the rooms, you may call campus security at 68280343, informing the room number and that you are here for the study week initiative.

While you use the study facilities, please be mindful of the following:
- The space should be used responsibly and kept neat and tidy.
- Please be considerate of other students using the same facilities to study.
- Please avoid hogging any location for an extended period of time.
- Switch off the lights if you’re the last to leave the room for the day.

Should you encounter any issues accessing the venues or have any queries, please direct them to Ansel (@an_selll) on Telegram.

We wish everyone a productive recess week ahead, and all the best for mid terms! πŸ’―πŸ”₯
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Hey SCISters!

We are looking for people interested in participating in Handball tomorrow! Sign up here by 2pm today, 23 FebπŸ€—

*Due to team composition requirements, priority will be given to female sign ups
❗️LAST DAY TO SIGN UP❗️
[Ellipsis Major Talks 2024]
CURIOUS ABOUT YOUR MAJOR OPTIONS? πŸ€·πŸ»β€β™‚οΈπŸ€·πŸ½πŸ€·πŸΎβ€β™€οΈ

FIND OUT MORE TODAY!
πŸ‘¨πŸ»β€πŸ’»πŸ§‘πŸ½β€πŸ’»πŸ‘©πŸΎβ€πŸ’»

Ellipsis is back with another iteration of SCIS Major Talks via zoom this semester!

Join us to learn more about the various majors and tracks offered in SCIS from the professors themselves - all SCIS students are welcome πŸ€—

Event Details:
C&L: Monday, 26 February,
10.00am – 11.00am

IS: Tuesday, 27 February,
1.30pm – 2.30pm

CS : Wednesday, 28 February,
1.00pm – 2.00pm

Mode:
Zoom (link to be disseminated via email)

Registration Link:
https://smu.sg/majortalks2024

Should you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Jamesz (@jam333s2) or Kai Sheng (@kaishengg) on Telegram!
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Want to learn how to ACE your software engineering interviews?
Want a friendly introduction to competitive coding?

Join Ellipsis Code# 2024 and hone your programming skills through a series of daily coding challenges with attractive goodie bags and prizes to be won!

Event details
Opening Ceremony

- Monday, 26 February 2024, 12:00pm – 1:00pm

Start of Competition
-
Monday, 26 February 2024, 1:30pm

Submission Deadline
- Thursday, 29 February 2024, 3:00pm

Closing Ceremony
- Friday, 1 March 2024, 12:00pm - 1:00pm @ SOSS / CIS Event Lobby

Register Now @ https://smu.sg/ellipsis-code-2024

More information available @ https://ellipsis.scis.smu.edu.sg/code-sharp

Should you have any queries, feel free to contact Johnny Lin @knyanlin or Jonathan Teo @jonteo2001 on Telegram!