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SMU-X introduces X-Scent, a collaboration with perfume label "Scent by SIX" in its inaugural INDEX Symposium in 2023
- At its inaugural INDEX symposium, SMU-X unveiled X-Scent, a collaboration with the Singaporean artisanal perfume label "Scent by SIX". With the tagline "Turning possibilities into realities," the fragrance embodies the spirit of dreaming big, reaching for the stars, and believing that anything is possible. Each symposium participant received a complimentary bottle of the perfume. Additionally, the perfume was sold for $50, with all proceeds going to the SMU-X Opportunity Award. This award supports financially needy students who require funding to participate in transformative projects abroad through the SMU-X overseas (SMU-XO) courses.
The director of Centre for Case Learning Excellence presenting its growth and achievements in a celebratory luncheon for staff and partners
- Dr Havovi Joshi, Director of the Centre for Case Learning Excellence (CCX), highlighted the development and achievements of the centre at a celebratory luncheon on March 2026 to mark a set of key milestones. In addition to the publication of its 500th case, CCX has contributed to Singapore Management University being ranked sixth globally and first in Asia for case impact in the 2025 Financial Times Research Insights Ranking. Two CCX cases were also featured among the Financial Times Top 15 global cases by reach. Notably, SMU remains the only Singapore institution to be consistently placed in the global top 20 since the launch of The Case Centre Impact Index in 2023, ranking 18th in 2025. Established in 2011 as the Case Writing Initiative, the Centre for Management Practice (CMP) was renamed the Centre for Case Learning Excellence (CCX) on 1 July 2025. Based at Singapore Management University (SMU), CCX supports SMU faculty in the development of high-quality teaching cases. These cases are designed to meet the needs of a diverse audience, ranging from undergraduate students to senior corporate executives. Beyond case development, the Centre also translates academic research into practice-oriented insights, showcasing the intellectual contributions of both SMU faculty and prominent Asian decision-makers. CCX’s mission is to position SMU as a university that collaborates closely with industry to foster mutually beneficial partnerships that enhance management learning. Serving as a conduit between management theory and real-world business practice, the Centre enables academic research to be transformed into practical insights that resonate with both scholarly and general audiences.
Lectures by Professors Sir James Ball and John Quelch
- Panel discussion following public lectures by guest professors from the London Business School. The event was hosted by Singapore Management University on 15 January 1999. Left to right: Professor Sir James Ball, London Business School; Professor Tan Chin Tiong, SMU Deputy Provost; and Professor John Quelch, Dean of London Business School.
Wharton-SMU Research Centre Agreement
- Signing ceremony held on 10 June 1999 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel to establish the Wharton-Singapore Management University Research Centre. Left to right: SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping, Deputy Prime Minister Tony Tan, Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean and SMU President-Designate Janice Bellace. The joint research centre will focus on international business issues relevant to Singapore and Asia, and help establish a research culture at SMU. Professor Janice Bellace is named as the centre director.
SMU and National Library Board Agreement
- The National Library Board and Singapore Management University sign a memorandum of understanding on 3 September 1999. Under the terms of the agreement, NLB will plan and manage library and information services for the university. Seated, left to right, NLB Chairman Tan Chin Nam, NLB Chief Executive Christopher Chia, SMU President Janice Bellace, and SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping.
Singapore Expo Exhibit
- Singapore Management University’s booth at the Singapore Expo Education Exhibition, a student recruitment fair. Photo taken circa 2001.
Agreement with SCCI
- A group of Singapore Management University undergraduates organise SMU’s first student-run service project, Project Primate. As part of the community service module in their leadership and team building course, they adopted a baby Sumatran orang utan from the Singapore Zoological Gardens and raised funds for wildlife conservation. The students are shown here at the zoo with their “adoptee” and its mother, Ah Meng, in June 2001.
Education Minister Visits SMU
- Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean makes his first visit to Singapore Management University. He met with SMU faculty and staff at the Evans Road building and toured the renovation work on the Bukit Timah campus. Left to right: Minister for Education Teo Chee Hean, SMU Deputy President Tan Teck Meng and Director of Facilities Management Ho Thim Seng.
Outward Bound
- Freshmen teambuilding camp for incoming Singapore Management University undergraduates. Photo taken at Outward Bound Singapore, Pulau Ubin, circa 2002.
Ho Rih Hua Lecture: Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew
- Audience at an address by Singapore’s Senior Minister Lee Kuan Yew. He gave the inaugural address, entitled An Entrepreneurial Culture for Singapore, at Singapore Management University's Ho Rih Hwa Leadership in Asia Public Lecture Series. The lecture series presents the views of entrepreneurs, business and political leaders from within and beyond the Asia-Pacific region. Photo taken at Suntec City Convention Centre on 5 February 2002.
Professor Arnoud De Meyer at opening of SMU Global Village 2018
- Professor Arnoud De Meyer at opening of SMU Global Village 2018.
Victorious SMU team with the judges of the 2025 Jessup moot
- SMU 2025 Jessup moot team with the judges after winning the championship trophy since Singapore’s last victory in 2001. The team comprised Lovein Sui (LLB, final year); Elizabeth Ho (LLB, final year); Genieve Wu (LLB, final year); Raelee Toh (LLB, final year); and Erica Wee (LLB, final year). A key factor driving the moot success at SMU YPHSL is the Ian R Taylor International Moots Programme, which has firmly established the law school on the global stage. This programme has nurtured generations of mooters who have earned numerous world-class accolades, enabling it to consistently excel at the most prestigious international moots.
A SMU-X class in collaboration with industry partner SearchAsia
- Adjunct faculty, Mr. Jörg Dietzel from the Lee Kong Chian School of Business, commented on the recommendations presented by students to enhance the brand strategy of industry partner SearchAsia in January 2024. The SMU-X pedagogy offers a transformative approach to business education by seamlessly integrating interdisciplinary learning, industry collaboration, and experiential methodologies. It connects students with real-world projects, fostering innovation and practical problem-solving through engagement with industry partners, complemented by data-driven insights and analytics. This approach empowers students to lead with agility and creativity, preparing them to be future leaders capable of navigating complex global environments. SMU won the Innovation in Business Education Award at the 11th QS Reimagine Education Awards & Conference held in London in December 2024.
At the National Technology Enhanced Learning Conference 2019
- At the National Technology Enhanced Learning Conference 2019.
At the SMU Challenge Walk for Good 2019
- The SMU community at the SMU Challenge Walk for Good 2019.
SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 1
- SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 1 “The New Social Compact: What Is The New Norm?” which featured an esteemed panel of thought leaders including SMU Chairman Mr Ho Kwon Ping and Professor of Sociology and Dean of Students, Paulin Straughan.
SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 3
- SMU hosted the CNA Perspectives Season 7 episode 3 “Work, Money and Retirement Puzzle: How to solve it?” which featured an esteemed panel of thought leaders including SMU Professor Bryce Hool, Dean of School of Economics & Director of Centre for Research on the Economics of Ageing, Mr Girish Ramachandran, President, Asia Pacific of Tata Consultancy Services, Dr Mary Ann Tsao, Chairman of Tsao Foundation, Mr Heng Chee How, Deputy Secretary-General of NTUC and Moderator Mr Teymoor Nabili.
Tahir Foundation Connexion ground-breaking ceremony
- At the Tahir Foundation Connexion ground-breaking ceremony.
Appreciation lunch for Michael Furmston held on August 8 2012
- Appreciation lunch for Michael Furmston held on August 8 2012
Preserving Trees at City Campus
- Preparations to conserve and remove a tree from Singapore Management University’s city campus construction site. Several mature trees growing in Bras Basah Park were removed and re-planted, while other trees were conserved in their original location. Singapore’s National Museum can be seen in the background. Photo taken on 28 July 2002.
Preserving Trees at City Campus
- Mature trees were removed from Singapore Management University’s city campus construction site and then replanted on campus after the construction was completed. Picture taken at Bras Basah Park on 20 May 2003.
Topping Out Ceremony for City Campus
- Singapore Management University Chairman Ho Kwon Ping addressing the audience at the topping out ceremony for SMU’s new city campus at Bras Basah. Picture taken on 18 October 2004.
Administration Building
- The administration building at Singapore Management University’s city campus. Photo taken in September 2005.
Lee Kong Chian School of Business Opening Ceremony
- Lion dance by business school students at the opening celebration for the Lee Kong Chian School of Business on 24 March 2006.
SMU Shop opening ceremony Arnoud De Meyer and Sim Teow Hong on 25 Auguest 2012
- SMU Shop opening ceremony Arnoud De Meyer and Sim Teow Hong, Senior Vice President, Finance and Administration, on 25 August 2012