Pioneers of SMU
A corporate photograph of the original pioneer team who were involved in the conceptualization and start up of the Singapore Management University.
    Collection: People


    Financial Education Programme
    Sunil Sreenivasan, SMU trustee and Citibank's country corporate officer, speaking to Singapore Management University undergraduates on 9 October 2000. His lecture was the first in a financial education programme which is supplementary to the SMU core curriculum. It provides practical lessons in finance, banking and economics.
      Collection: People


      Book launch of “The Art of Leadership: Perspectives from Distinguished Thought Leaders”
      SMU Chairman Mr Ho Kwon Ping, Singapore’s 7th President and SMU Honorary Patron Dr Tony Tan, SMU President Professor Arnoud De Meyer at the launch of the book “The Art of Leadership: Perspectives from Distinguished Thought Leaders” on 16 January 2018 at the SMU Hall in the School of Law.
        Collection: People


        SMU-X student associates enjoying Peranakan food at the SMU 2023 INDEX Symposium's Gala dinner
        Mr Derek Chiang , Senior Development Partner of SMU-X (Standing) is pictured with the student associates who supported the inaugural SMU 2023 INDEX Symposium at its closing Gala dinner. SMU-X hires its first batch of student associates in 2018. They are the unsung contributors who work quietly behind the scenes to support the experiential learning engine. From managing databases and designing resources to facilitating industry engagements and running events, they ensure the smooth delivery of projects while balancing their own studies. With creativity, precision, and a deep sense of ownership, these student associates gain invaluable real-world skills while shaping the SMU-X experience for others. Their efforts may unfold backstage, but their impact is both lasting and essential.
          Collection: People


          The Centre for Case Learning Excellence team at a luncheon with SMU President Professor Lily Kong to commemorate a set of milestones
          The Centre for Case Learning Excellence (CCX) held a celebratory luncheon on March 2026 to mark a major milestone—the publication of its 500th case. In addition, Singapore Management University is 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. 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. (From left back row) Ms Tan Suh Wen ; Professor Tamas Makany, Lee Kong Chian School of Business ; Mr Chan Chi Wei ; Mr Alvin Lee ; Ms Sheila Wan ; Ms Mahima Rao-Kachroo ; Dr Havovi Joshi, Director, CCX ; Professor Venky Shankararaman, Vice Provost (Education) ; Dr Cheah Sin Mei. (Front row) Ms Irene Soh ; Professor Lily Kong, SMU President ; Ms Lipika Bhattacharya.
            Collection: People


            A National Day Observance that celebrates both Singapore's diamond jubilee and SMU's 25th anniversary
            Singapore Management University (SMU) commemorated Singapore’s 60th National Day at its National Day Observance Ceremony on 7 August 2025 at the Campus Green, a milestone celebration that coincided with both the nation’s SG60 diamond jubilee and SMU’s 25th anniversary. Bringing together staff, students, faculty, and alumni dressed in red and white, the event featured spirited performances, heartfelt community singing, festive refreshments, and a vibrant display of SMU pride, culminating in a memorable group photo that captured the community united in celebration of Singapore.
              Collection: National Day Observation


              Patron’s Day 2010
              Audience at Singapore Management University Patron's Day performances. Patron’s Day 2010 was celebrated at the city campus on 15 January 2010.
                Collection: Patron's Day


                Patron’s Day 2012
                Students enjoying performances in the city campus concourse at Singapore Management University's Patron’s Day celebrations on 13 January 2012.
                  Collection: Patron's Day


                  The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2018
                  The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2018.
                    Collection: Patron's Day


                    The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2019
                    The SMU community at SMU Patron's Day 2019.
                      Collection: Patron's Day


                      President S R Nathan inaugurates First Patron's Day
                      Singapore President S R Nathan, the first patron of SMU, cutting the cake at Singapore Management University's inaugural Patron’s Day celebration. To his left are SMU President Janice Bellace and SMU Provost Tan Chin Tiong. The event was held on 12 January 2001 at the Evans Road building.
                        Collection: Patron's Day


                        Patron’s Day 2009
                        Singapore Management University President Howard Hunter presenting an award to an SMU student ambassador at Patron's Day 2009. The sign on the right describes PYXIS, SMU's digital library, which was launched by Singapore President and SMU Patron S R Nathan. Patron's Day 2009 was celebrated at the city campus on 6 February 2009.
                          Collection: Patron's Day


                          Commencement 2010
                          Provost and Deputy President Rajendra Srivastava presenting the salutatorian award to Tan Lay Khim who graduates summa cum laude with a bachelor's degree in accountancy and a bachelor's degree in business management. Singapore Management University's seventh commencement ceremony was held at Resorts World Convention Centre on 21 July 2010.
                            Collection: Commencement & Graduation


                            Commencement 2012
                            Faculty from the School of Law in the opening procession at Singapore Management University's ninth commencement ceremony. Left to right: Associate Professor Tham Chee Ho; Professor Michael Furmston, Dean, School of Law; and Associate Professor George Shenoy. The pioneer batches of 106 Bachelor of Laws students and 18 Juris Doctor students received their degrees at Commencement 2012.
                              Collection: Commencement & Graduation


                              Prof Lily Kong at the SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2019
                              Professor Lily Kong at the SMU Commencement Opening Ceremony 2019.
                                Collection: Commencement & Graduation


                                SMU graduates at SMU Commencement 2017
                                SMU graduates at SMU Commencement 2017.
                                  Collection: Commencement & Graduation


                                  Commencement 2004
                                  Deputy Prime Minister Dr Tony Tan addressing students at Singapore Management University's inaugural commencement ceremony held on 10 July 2004. Three hundred and nine students from the pioneer class of undergraduates were awarded bachelor's degrees in business management or accountancy. Twenty-one students earned double bachelor's degrees. In addition, the ceremony also marked the graduation of forty-one students who earned master of science in applied finance degrees. The event was held at Raffles City Convention Centre.
                                    Collection: Commencement & Graduation


                                    Launch of ISES on 18 July 2007
                                    Group photograph of key people involved in the launch of the Institute of Service Excellence @ SMU on 18 July 2007. Front row L-R: Elim Chew, Jennie Chua, Ramond Lim, Tan Suee Chieh, Tan Chin Tiong
                                      Collection: Purpose


                                      iGlobal organised by Lien Centre in collaboration with United World College of South East Asia and the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre to demonstrate an alternative student-centred approach to service-learning in Community Involvement Projects
                                      iGlobal was organised by Lien Centre, from January to May 2010, in collaboration with United World College of South East Asia and the National Volunteer & Philanthropy Centre on a pilot project to demonstrate an alternative student-centred approach to service-learning in Community Involvement Projects. The project involved secondary school students from four local and two international schools.
                                        Collection: Purpose


                                        SMU and Wharton Sign Five-Year Agreement
                                        Professor Tan Teck Meng, SMU Deputy President and Provost, and Professor Janice Bellace, Deputy Dean, Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, sign a five-year collaboration agreement in the areas of curriculum and course design, faculty development, and student exchange. This agreement follows an earlier memorandum of understanding signed in January 1998. Ho Kwon Ping, Chairman SMU Executive Committee, is looking on. Agreement was signed on 2 February 1999 at the Ritz-Carlton Hotel.
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                                          Agreement with Ritsumeikan University
                                          On the first day of classes, Singapore Management University launched its international exchange programme for students by signing a memorandum of understanding with Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University from Oita Prefecture, Japan. This is the first of many agreements with overseas institutions to increase the global perspective and cultural experiences of SMU undergraduates. Photo taken on 1 August 2000.
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                                            Representatives from Seoul National University engaging students at the Global Education Fair 2026
                                            The photo shows representatives from Seoul National University engaging with students at the Global Education Fair, held in January 2026 at SMU’s basement concourse. The Asia Pavilion—a curated cluster spotlighting partner universities from China, Indonesia, Japan, the Philippines, South Korea, and Thailand—attracted large numbers of students and highlighted the growing interest in regional opportunities. This focus reflects SMU’s commitment to deepening engagement within Asia. Through these programmes, students gain exposure to Asia’s diverse cultures and socioeconomic landscapes, building region specific knowledge and cross-cultural competencies that are highly valued by employers both locally and globally.
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                                              Early adminission advertisment with unconventional highlights on SMU's unique and revolutionary education
                                              In this series of admissions advertisements launched by Singapore Management University (SMU) in 2003, prospective students are invited to embrace an unconventional, intriguing, and undaunted learning journey under the tagline “Experiencing the SMU Spirit.” Created to foreground what distinguished SMU from more traditional institutions, the campaign deliberately shifted attention away from the usual markers of university prestige—grades, rankings, and academic accolades—and toward something more immediate and human: the confidence, enthusiasm, and mindset of SMU students. In doing so, the students themselves became the campaign’s most compelling evidence of SMU’s unique and progressive educational approach. The advertisements also crystallised four core qualities the university sought to cultivate: a heart grounded in empathy and support for the less privileged; a deep appreciation for life; spirit and soul expressed through generosity and sharing; and passion that fuels persistence and achievement. These ideals were voiced through individual student testimonies as a vivid embodiment of the values the campaign championed — Ms Jenny Foo (Heart); Mr Tan Chee Wee (Life); Mr Joven Lai (Life); Mr Jeremy Nguee (Soul); Mr Richard Ho (Passion) and Johnny Tay (Passion).
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                                                Early adminission advertisment with unconventional highlights on SMU's unique and revolutionary education
                                                In 2004, Singapore Management University (SMU) unveiled a bold series of admission advertisements under the tagline “Get the SMU edge, make a difference.” Designed to spotlight what set the university apart, the campaign moved beyond traditional branding that typically highlights academic achievement alone. Instead, SMU positioned its students’ confidence, enthusiasm, and mindset as living testimonials of its unique and revolutionary educational approach. With a playful, contemporary visual style, the advertisements echoed SMU’s interactive, broad-based pedagogy and its emphasis on developing self-assured graduates. The campaign featured a range of testimonies, including students (Mr Lim Kong Wee and Mr Darren Lim), faculty (Prof Steven Miller), an industry partner (PricewaterhouseCoopers, represented by Deborah Ong), alumnus Tan Siang Leng, and even a proud parent—each captured in lively poses that reinforced the message of youthful ambition and possibility.
                                                  Collection: Purpose


                                                  A career coach engaged a student in a one-to-one conversation at the 2025 Careers Day
                                                  Meaningful career conversations took centre stage at the SMU Careers Day in September 2025, as career coaches from the Dato’ Kho Hui Meng Career Centre (DKHMCC) engaged students in one‑to‑one discussions on their career aspirations and next steps. The photo featured Mr Tan Poon Kian, Assistant Director with DKHMCC in conversation with a student. Through personalised guidance and practical insights, students received tailored advice on career planning, skill development and navigating the job market. These coaching interactions underscore the Career Centre’s commitment to empowering students with the clarity and confidence to make informed career decisions.
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