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Inaugural Convocation Dinner
- Gala dinner at the Istana, the official residence of Singapore's president, on 29 July 2000 to celebrate Singapore Management University’s inaugural convocation. Left to right: SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping (partial view), Singapore President S R Nathan, SMU Deputy President Tan Teck Meng, SMU President Janice Bellace and Teo Soon Hoe, Group Finance Director, Keppel Corporation.
Inaugural Convocation Dinner
- Gala dinner at the Istana, the official residence of Singapore's president, on 29 July 2000 to celebrate Singapore Management University’s inaugural convocation.
Convocation 2003
- Student dance performance at Singapore Management University's Convocation 2003. The event was held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 16 August 2003.
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.
Convocation 2008
- Guest of honour Noeleen Heyzer addressing the crowd at Singapore Management University's ninth convocation. Dr Heyzer is the under-secretary-general of the United Nations and the executive secretary of the Economic and Social Commissions for Asia and the Pacific. Convocation 2008 was held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 16 August 2008.
Convocation 2008
- Students at the entrance to Convocation 2008. The welcoming ceremony for incoming students was held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 16 August 2008.
Convocation 2009
- Student group, InDanCity, performing at Singapore Management University's tenth convocation. Convocation 2009 was held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 15 August 2009.
Convocation 2009
- Representatives from student groups at Singapore Management University's tenth convocation. Convocation 2009 was held at Suntec City Convention Centre on 15 August 2009.
Federal Building
- The Federal Building at Singapore Management University’s interim campus at Bukit Timah. Photo taken on 17 March 2002.
Professor Lily Kong at Academic Year Opening Ceremony 2018
- Professor Lily Kong, SMU Provost, at Academic Year Opening Ceremony 2018.
Basking in the moment : a zine on display in the 25x25 exhibition at SMU de Suantio Gallery during the 2025 Arts Fest
- This is a pdf capture of the zine created by Asha Balamurali for the 2025 Arts Fest 25x25 exhibition which contains a collection of photos inspired by Chua Ek Kay’s artwork "A Junction on Rochor Road" (1999). "A Junction on Rochor Road (1999) by Chua Ek Kay was created a decade after A Busy Corner on Middle Road (1989). What drew me in was the intense melancholy that can be felt in a single glance—a feeling so palpable it almost pauses time. Inspired by this, I wanted to explore the idea of stillness: the act of pausing to fully take in a moment (a feeling we often overlook and undervalue). I explored how light could be played with to convey this feeling and it has influenced most of the photographs in this collection. By slowing down, we open ourselves to the awe and richness of life—moments we might otherwise miss! This zine is a collection of such moments that made me stop and take a second look." - Asha Balamurali, Year 5, School of Social Sciences
Musician from the Purple Symphony performed alongside SMU students in the orchestral production COMMISSIONS
- The SMU Chinese Orchestra (SMUCO) performed in COMMISSIONS, a concert that celebrates SMU25, SG60 and SMU’s longstanding commitment to commissioning new orchestral works — including three world premieres. Reflecting the university’s support for local talent and its dedication to inclusion, SMU also collaborated with The Purple Symphony for the premiere of Moonbound. In this performance, eight guest musicians from The Purple Symphony were featured, each with different disabilities and each taking on lead or solo roles. Their contributions embodied the values of inclusivity, participation, and the power of collaboration, aligning with SMU’s belief in providing space for every voice and every talent to shine. Pictured is Lucas Ong (wearing a purple tie) playing the zhongruan, a Chinese string instrument with a moon‑shaped body renowned for its warm, mellow, and resonant tone.
Malay wedding ceremony brought to life with vibrant dance performance
- Live, Laugh, Lor brings together all of Singapore’s institutions of higher learning for the first time in a vibrant four‑night collaboration with the Singapore Night Festival, celebrating the heartbeat of contemporary Singaporean identity. The photo showcases student dancers from Ilsa Tari, the Malay dance group from NUS. They brought the traditional Malay wedding ceremony Adat Bersanding to life, complete with expressive customs, lively kompang rhythms, and playful rituals that honour love, blessings, and the richness of Malay heritage. Ilsa Tari is a beginner‑friendly Malay dance group from NUS. Its name is derived from the word Asli—meaning “native”—reflects a bold reimagining of Malay dance that embraces radical creativity while honouring cultural roots. Drawing from traditional Malay dance vocabulary, Ilsa Tari explores contemporary themes and highlights prevailing social issues, pushing the boundaries of expression, innovation, and modernity within the art form.
SMU Eurhythmix reimagines tradition in high‑energy RE:TURN showcase for SMU's Jubilee celebration
- On 20 September 2025, SMU Eurhythmix (EMIX) — the university’s oldest and largest dance club, also celebrating its own 25th anniversary — staged Return of RE:TURN at Drama Centre Theatre. The full-length dance production fused hip hop with classical Malay, Indian, and Chinese dance vocabularies. Under the mentorship of established choreographers, students explored how heritage forms could be reimagined through contemporary movement, creating a dialogue between the past and present. Return of RE:TURN showcased not just the technical skill of SMU’s dancers, but also their ability to use performance as a medium for cultural storytelling. The performance opened with a modern prelude that explores the influence of social media in the dance amongst the youth, using trendy Tik-Tok favourite tracks ranging from K-pop to Billboard hits. At a point, the dancers performed behind a softly lit translucent screen animated with social‑media imagery.
Senior management from the universities in Singapore at the opening of the SMU Arts Fest : 2560
- A rare photograph capturing the senior management from the universities in Singapore, together with the CEO of National Heritage Board and former Deputy Prime Minister of Singapore at the opening of the SMU Arts Fest : 2560. The festival in 2025 commemorates two significant milestones in Singapore’s history: the 25th Anniversary of Singapore Management University and the nation’s 60th birthday. The theme, 2560, carries deep symbolism —“25” celebrates SMU’s remarkable 25-year journey, reflecting the university’s youthful spirit and its aspirations for the future. “60” honours Singapore’s resilience, growth, and identity as a vibrant global city. Together, the theme bridges tradition and innovation, connecting past achievements with future aspirations. The festival also marks an unprecedented historic moment when all eight Singapore universities --NUS, NTU, SIM, SIT, SMU, SUTD, SUSS, and UAS collaborated, united by creativity, to share one stage, powerfully expresses solidarity and inclusivity through the arts. First Row (From L-R): Prof Wei Kwok Kee, SIM President & CEO ; Ms Euleen Goh, SIM Chairman ; Prof Kwok Kian Woon, UAS Vice-Chancellor ; Prof Lily Kong, SMU President ; Mr Piyush Gupta, SMU Chairman ; Dato’ Kho Hui Meng, SMU Board of Trustee ; Ms Chang Hwee Nee, National Heritage Board, CEO ; Mr Heng Swee Keat ; Mr Lee Tzu Yang, SUTD Chairman ; Prof Tan Eng Chye, NUS President Second Row (From L-R): Associate Prof Michelle Lee, SMU Associate Provost, UG Education ; Prof Mark Chong, SMU Associate Dean of Students ; Associate Prof Chan Tze Law, NUS Vice-Dean of Students, Office of Student Affairs and Vice-Dean, Yong Siew Toh Conservatory of Music ; Prof Ho Han Kiat, NUS Dean of Students ; Prof Alan Chan, SMU Provost ; Mr Lim Boon Wee, SMU Senior Vice President (Administration) ; Prof Venky Shankararaman, SMU Vice-Provost, Education ; Associate Prof Themin Suwardy, SMU Associate Provost, PGP Education ; Ms Linette Lim, SMU Director, Office of Admissions and Financial Assistance ; Mr Lee Chin Ek, SMU Director, Office of Safety and Security Third Row (From L-R): Ms Shameen Nilofar Maideen, SMU Libraries, University Librarian ; Prof Sabine Benoit, SMU Lee Kong Chian School of Business, Professor of Marketing (Practice), Associate Dean (Impact) ; Ms Edwina Tang, UAS Deputy Director, Strategic Planning ; Ms Wendy Gwee, NTU Deputy Director, Student Affairs Office ; Ms Zoe Peters, NTU Director, Student Affairs Office ; Mr Jimmy Ye, SMU Director, Office of Student Life ; Mr Harminder Singh, SUSS Vice-Dean of Students ; Mr Kenneth Chan, SIM Director, Student Life ; Mr Lawrenz Sim, SIT Director, Office of SITizen Experience ; Ms Jobina Tan, NUS Senior Associate Director, Office of Student Affairs ; Ms Goh Mia Yang, NUS Senior Associate Dean of Students, Office of Student Affairs
Commencement 2012
- President Arnoud De Meyer and guest of honour Dr Mary Ann Tsao, founding director of the Tsao Foundation, at Singapore Management University's ninth commencement ceremony. The event was held at Suntec City over two days in July 2012.
Commencement 2012
- Bachelor of law graduate at Singapore Management University's ninth commencement ceremony. Among the 1,819 students earning degrees is the pioneer batch of 106 bachelor of law graduates, the pioneer batch of 18 juris doctor graduates, and SMU’s first doctoral graduate who earned a PhD in information systems. SMU awarded 288 master's degrees and 1,531 bachelor's degrees. The event was held at Suntec City over two days in July 2012.
Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam grace the 2017 commencement as a keynote speaker
- Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam giving a keynote speech at the 2017 commencement.
Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam grace the 2017 commencement as a keynote speaker
- Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law Mr K. Shanmugam giving a keynote speech at the 2017 commencement.
Exploring interdisciplinary learning through conversation at CIS
- During a breakout session hosted by the SMU College of Integrative Studies (CIS) at the 2026 Early Admissions Discovery Day, prospective students were invited to engage in small-group discussions with faculty members and current students in an informal and interactive setting. Gathered around table discussions in the school compound, attendees had the opportunity to learn about the College’s interdisciplinary curriculum, student experience, and distinctive approach to learning. In this photo, at the round table, Professor Darlene Espena (in blue collared top), together with Gabriel Lee, a Year 1 CIS student, and Julianne Yap, a Year 2 CIS student (both in black), shared insights from their teaching and learning perspectives at SMU. The session provided prospective students with a valuable opportunity to ask questions, exchange ideas, and gain a deeper understanding of the academic and co-curricular opportunities available at the College. Held within the modern and collaborative spaces of SMU Connexion, the discussion also showcased the University's conducive learning environment and its commitment to fostering meaningful interactions between students and faculty.
Prospective students experiencing SMU’s hallmark seminar pedagogy at the 2026 Early Admissions Discovery Day
- During a breakout session hosted by the SMU School of Social Sciences at the 2026 Early Admissions Discovery Day, Professor Steven Burik introduced prospective students to the diverse programmes, interdisciplinary learning opportunities, and distinctive educational experience offered by the school. Held in a seminar room at the Yong Pung How School of Law, the session provided students with a first-hand glimpse into SMU’s hallmark seminar-style pedagogy. The intimate classroom setting reflected the University’s emphasis on active participation, close faculty-student interaction, and discussion-based learning, allowing attendees to experience the engaging and personalized learning environment that characterises an SMU education.
Advancing societal impact : SMU establishes the Office of Impact in 2025
- The pioneer team members from Office of Impact (OIM) with SMU President Professor Lily Kong at a lunch gathering in 2026. (From L – R) Dr Han Ei Chew ; Mr Muhamed Al Ameen ; Ms Erin Lee ; Professor Lily Kong, SMU President ; Mr Xinming Sim ; Ms Serene Tam ; Professor Scott Fritzen, Vice President, OIM ; Ms Asha Choolani and Ms Preeti Gaonkar. Established in July 2025, the Office of Impact leads SMU's efforts to advance, track, and communicate its contributions to society. In partnership with faculty, schools, and units across SMU, OIM strengthens impactful initiatives, develops frameworks for measuring impact, and helps build a shared, university-wide culture centred on societal impact.