NUS120 University Awards: Scaling new peaks in education, research, mentorship and service
NUS paid tribute to seven outstanding educators, researchers and professionals for their contributions to the University, Singapore and the global community at the NUS University Awards 2025. The annual Awards recognise members of the NUS community who are trailblazers in their fields and have made sterling contributions to NUS, Singapore, and the global community.
From Our Community, for Our Students: Faculty and Staff Lead the Way in Giving
NUS College’s (NUSC) second Faculty and Staff Giving Campaign, From Our Community, For Our Students, concluded earlier this year. Led by nine dedicated Faculty and Staff Giving Champions, and with special help this year from the school’s mascot, Ollie the Otter, the campaign surpassed last year’s participation rate. Faculty and staff gave generously to support priority funds at the College, ensuring that an NUSC education remains accessible to deserving students regardless of financial background.
The Road to a Rhodes Scholarship
On the 4th of February, Salifian Sulaiman (History + USP / NUSC ’24) shared about his undergraduate experiences and winning the prestigious Singapore Rhodes Scholarship this year with the NUSC community. Titled “My University Experience: Perspectives from a Rhodes Scholar”, the session covered a range of topics; from managing burnout and navigating imposter syndrome to balancing extracurriculars, academic and social obligations. The session was dynamic, with eager students chiming in with questions. After the session ended, Muhammad Al Hakim (Political Sciences + NUSC ‘26) & Huiru (PPE + NUSC ’28) from the NUS College Alumni Relations Committee had the pleasure to have a (virtual) chat with Salifian.
Passing on the Torch: Get to Know Our NUSCC Presidents
We recently spoke with two NUS College Club (NUSCC) Presidents (one former, one current) to get to know them better.
A Legacy of Giving: The Class of 2024 Pays It Forward and Uplifts their Community
The 2024 NUS College Commencement Class Giving Campaign marks the beginning of a new journey for the NUSC Class of 2024. Their past four years have been nothing short of amazing and now, their collaborative spirit of giving under the theme of this year’s campaign: “Paying it Forward, Uplifting our Community,” has showcased their compassion and generosity.
Empowering NUSC Students: The Yale-NUS Alumni – Sojourners Agora Study Award
Marcus Chua, a Yale-NUS College (Yale-NUS) alumnus and Residential Student Life Manager at NUS College, has pledged support to NUSC students through the Yale-NUS Alumni – Sojourners Agora Study Award, which will be awarded to NUSC students starting in Academic Year 2025/2026.
Opening Doors, Closing Gaps: NUS College’s Inaugural Faculty and Staff Giving Campaign
NUS College’s Inaugural Faculty and Staff Giving Campaign, Opening Doors, Closing Gaps concluded at the end of March. Together, we raised $38,300 for priority funds at the College – ensuring that an NUSC education remains accessible to deserving students regardless of their financial background.
Pay It Forward: The NUS College Alumni Bursary
Generous alumni from USP and friends of NUSC have stepped up to pay-it-forward towards our young institution – collectively pledging $170,000 for the NUS College (NUSC) Alumni Bursary.
Syed Ahmad Khan AMU Memorial Prize 2023: Communicating the Challenges and Potential of South Asia
NUSC hosted representatives of Aligarh Muslim University Alumni Association Singapore. Receiving our guests were our Dean, Prof Simon Chesterman, and the recipient of the Syed Ahmad Khan AMU Prize, Zara Karimi (Sociology + NUSC ’23).
Commencement Class of 2023 Gives Back – Top Achievement Award
NUSC has won the Top Achievement Award for Commencement Class Giving 2023 across NUS’ Halls and Residences. Hear from graduating students Erika and Jia Yeong who led the campaign. Find out their thoughts on giving back to the community.