A Letter to Love : 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 Tanmayee Mhapankar for the 2025 Arts Fest 25x25 exhibition which contains a poetry inspired by Chua Ek Kay’s artwork "In Abeyance (Circular Road)" (2002). "The artwork that inspired this poem, In Abeyance (Circular Road) (2002) by Chua Ek Kay, depicts the loss of identity that can follow urbanisation, through the lens of architecture. I tried to apply that process to the human psyche as one grows over the years. My poem talks about how maybe our identity is never truly ours, as so much of it is embedded within bits of the past and it tends to blur over the years, much like the painting. We do our best to hold on to the nostalgia connecting us to who we used to be, but these memories often clash with who we are, leaving us a culmination of shells of our past selves. Though the poem depicts my personal experience with this struggle, readers are encouraged to think about habits or memories that cemented who they were, and how those experiences vary and shaped who they are today." - Tanmayee Mhapankar, Year 4, School of Social Sciences
    Collection: Arts Festival


    Commencement 2012
    Professor James Tang, Dean of the School of Social Sciences, at Singapore Management University's ninth commencement ceremony. The largest graduation ceremony to date, the event was hosted by the School of Social Sciences and held at Suntec City over two days in July 2012.
      Collection: Commencement & Graduation


      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.
        Collection: Commencement & Graduation


        Singapore Management University Graduates celebrating a joyful moment at the 2015 Commencement ceremony
        Singapore Management University Graduates celebrating a joyful moment at the 2015 Commencement ceremony.
          Collection: Commencement & Graduation


          Distinguished guests including Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean, SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping and Chancellor Yong Pung How at SMU's 2015 Commencement Ceremony
          Distinguished guests including Deputy Prime Minister Teo Chee Hean, SMU Chairman Ho Kwon Ping and Chancellor Yong Pung How at SMU's 2015 Commencement Ceremony
            Collection: Commencement & Graduation


            Professor Arnoud De Meyer at SMU Commencement 2017
            SMU President Professor Arnoud De Meyer speaking at SMU Commencement 2017 held at the SMU School of Law building
              Collection: Commencement & Graduation


              Patron's Day 2012 walking across campus
              Walking across campus. From L-R: Arnoud De Meyer, Tony Tan, student ambassdor at Patron's Day 2012 on 13 January 2012.
                Collection: Patron's Day


                Patron’s Day 2008
                The School of Information Systems winning team and supporters at Singapore Management University's annual Patron's Day tug-of-war competition. Patron's Day 2008 was celebrated at the city campus on 28 January 2008.
                  Collection: Patron's Day


                  SMU Patron's Day 2011 with SR Nathan
                  Singapore Management University Patron S R Nathan on stage with Ho Kwon Ping, Yong Pung How and Arnoud De Meyer in the city campus concourse at Patron's Day on 21 January 2011.
                    Collection: Patron's Day


                    First Patron's Day
                    Singapore President S R Nathan, the patron of Singapore Management University, chatting with SMU students at the first Patron’s Day celebrations. The event was held on 12 January 2001 at the Evans Road building.
                      Collection: Patron's Day


                      Patron’s Day 2005
                      Singapore President and SMU Patron S R Nathan (centre) with Singapore Management University students. The campus radio station was launched at Patron’s Day 2005. Photo taken at Bukit Timah campus on 21 January 2005.
                        Collection: Patron's Day


                        Patron’s Day 2009
                        Singapore President and SMU Patron S R Nathan visiting with Singapore Management University student ambassadors. Patron's Day 2009 was celebrated at the city campus on 6 February 2009.
                          Collection: Patron's Day


                          Patron’s Day 2009
                          Singapore Management University student dance performance at Patron's Day. Patron's Day 2009 was celebrated at the city campus on 6 February 2009.
                            Collection: Patron's Day


                            Patron’s Day 2012
                            Singapore Management University School of Accountancy team in action at the annual Patron's Day tug-of-war competition. Patron’s Day 2012 was celebrated at the city campus on 13 January 2012.
                              Collection: Patron's Day


                              Patron’s Day 2013
                              Students enjoying performances at Singapore Management University's Patron's Day celebration. Patron’s Day 2013 was held at the city campus on 18 January 2013.
                                Collection: Patron's Day


                                20 Years of SMU: Exhibition viewed by Halimah Yacob and Dr Tony Tan
                                SMU Patron, Halimah Yacob and SMU Honorary Patron, Dr Tony Tan view exhibition on SMU’s projects displaying the University’s journey and milestones over the past 20 years and how SMU has made meaningful impact on the community
                                  Collection: Patron's Day


                                  Lee Kong Chian School of Business Opening Ceremony
                                  Student performers at the opening celebration for the Lee Kong Chian School of Business on 24 March 2006.
                                    Collection: People


                                    David B. Montgomery with Emeritus Professor Award
                                    David B. Montgomery received the Emeritus award from Asia's Best B-School Awards
                                      Collection: People


                                      International Academic Advisory Panel Visit
                                      Professor Tan Teck Meng, SMU Deputy President and Provost, presenting plans for the new Singapore Management University to the International Academic Advisory Panel on 11 January 1999. The IAAP advises Singapore’s universities on major trends in university education and research. Photo taken at Singapore Institute of Management.
                                        Collection: People


                                        Students exercising on the stationary bike in the gymnasium
                                        Students exercising on stationary bikes in the gymnasium. SMU gymnasium, conveniently located at the basement of campus, provides facilities and equipment for students to workout conveniently in between or out of classes.
                                          Collection: People


                                          Professor Lily Kong, the newly appointed Provost, joins SMU from 1 September 2015
                                          The Singapore Management University (SMU) is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Lily Kong (江莉莉教授) as the University’s new Provost (教务长兼常务副校长).  Professor Kong, who is currently Vice Provost (Academic Personnel) at the National University of Singapore (NUS) where she also holds the Provost’s Chair Professorship, will join SMU from 1 September 2015.  At SMU, Professor Kong will hold the Lee Kong Chian Chair Professorship of Social Sciences (李光前社会科学讲座教授).
                                            Collection: People


                                            Senior Common Room Named
                                            Left to right: former Singapore President Wee Kim Wee, Dr Lee Seng Tee and Singapore Management University President Ronald Frank. Photo taken at the naming of the Senior Common Room at SMU's Bukit Timah campus for Dr Lee Seng Tee on 17 September 2001.
                                              Collection: People


                                              A discovery hub of academic programmes in SMU at the 2026 Open House
                                              This photograph shows the bustling exhibition area at SMU Hall during Open House 2026, held on 28 February and 1 March 2026. Located at the SMU Hall on Basement 1 of the Yong Pung How School of Law, the event featured booths from all seven Schools of SMU, where faculty and staff members, alongside current students, engaged prospective students and their families. Showcasing each school's distinctive programmes, strengths, and learning opportunities, the booths attracted large crowds of visitors seeking information and insights into the SMU experience. Throughout the event, visitors explored the booths, asked questions about programmes and student life, and gained a deeper understanding of the unique strengths and opportunities available at SMU. The scene reflects the University's commitment to student outreach and its efforts to help future undergraduates make informed decisions about their academic journey.
                                                Collection: Open House


                                                Student band performers at the 2023 National Day Observance Ceremony
                                                The photograph features members of The Cauliflowers, a band from SMU SoundFoundry, who performed at the 2023 National Day Observance Ceremony. As Singapore Management University’s premier live music student club and co-curricular activity (CCA), SoundFoundry provides opportunities for passionate student vocalists, instrumentalists, and producers to collaborate through jam sessions, live performances, recording projects, and major campus showcases. During the ceremony, the student musicians played a key role in leading the SMU community of staff and faculty in the singing of beloved National Day songs, helping to create a vibrant and uplifting atmosphere. Their performance inspired a strong sense of unity, pride, and camaraderie, bringing the community together in celebration of Singapore’s nationhood. A cherished presence at the annual event, SoundFoundry has long contributed its musical talent and youthful energy, making it an integral part of SMU’s National Day traditions and celebrations.
                                                  Collection: National Day Observance Ceremony


                                                  Celebrating National Day in 2016 with a burst of streamers
                                                  Staff members of the SMU community join in a festive celebration during the National Day Observance Ceremony on 10 August 2016. Waving miniature Singapore flags, participants gathered in matching national day attire as colourful streamers were released overhead. The occasion demonstrated the community’s enduring spirit and patriotism, with celebrations continuing even as Campus Green underwent redevelopment works.
                                                    Collection: National Day Observance Ceremony


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