NUS Geographical Society
About
The NUS Geographical Society is a non-profit organisation dedicated to serving the needs, welfare and aspirations of students of Geography in NUS; in maintaining a strong and close relationship between the student community and faculty at the Department of Geography; and in promoting the discipline of Geography amongst the Singaporean student community. The Society enjoys a long history and tradition of close ties with the Department, extending back to the days of the former University of Singapore. Today, the Geog Soc (pronounced “JEOG-SOCK”), as it is affectionately referred to, still serves as the umbrella body under which students reading Geography can find both academic and social support. This is achieved through the numerous activities organised throughout the year.
The Society's Logo
The logo captures the dynamism and vibrancy of the Society. The sunflower is used as a metonym for the environment, reflecting the essence of geography. The striking stylised image of the sunflower also captures the spirit of geographic concern with human-environment relationships. The outreaching petals of the flower are representative of students’ quest for greater knowledge as well as the Society’s bid to reach out to all students.
The 59th Management Committee (MC) seeks to serve the NUS Geography community under the motto “Voyage”.
The motto “Voyage” evokes a sense of exploration and the upcoming adventures of the 59th Management Committee, filled with anticipation and curiosity. It also aims to maintain and build upon the work of the past 58 committees, while venturing into uncharted waters and striving for personal growth throughout their term.
The motto “Voyage” represents three core missions of the 59th, which also represents a three-part story to the 59th’s “Voyage.”
The first mission: "Sailing into uncharted waters and embracing the unknown."
Like a ship that has left the dock, our members embark on their journey as the 59th Management Committee (MC). The 59th MC is composed of members from diverse backgrounds, goals, and ambitions. For some, it’s their first time in a society, taking up a leadership position, or simply their first experience as part of this new committee. We are all stepping into uncharted waters. As the 59th MC, we may face unknowns on this "Voyage," but what is most important is our determination and passion to embrace these unknowns together.
The second mission: “Forged by tides, strengthened by every horizon." Throughout our journey as the 59th MC, we will undoubtedly encounter tides—both large and small—that represent the challenges the 59th MC will face during our term. These tides, though potentially daunting, are opportunities for us to forge meaningful relationships and experience personal growth as we work together to overcome them. With an emphasis on remembering that everyone in the 59th MC is on this ship together, we hope that throughout our term, every member will inspire and uplift one another while we navigate the waters of our “Voyage.”
Our third mission: “When the ship docks at the harbour.” Our motto, “Voyage,” evokes the idea that there will be a conclusion. Both the journey and the destination matter. At the end of our term, when the ship finally docks at the harbour, everyone in the 59th MC hopes to emerge as a better version of themselves compared to how they started and to have gained something valuable from our term. Whether it’s the forging of new, everlasting friendships, or the acquisition of knowledge and skills that will guide and prepare us for the uncertainties in life. By the end of our “Voyage,” we hope that everyone in the 59th MC can look back on their journey in the NUS Geographical Society with fond and comforting memories of their university life.
During our term, the 59th MC vows to address the needs of all NUS geographers and to wholeheartedly commit to our roles in NUS Geographical Society.
Christabel Neo Megan (Ms)
President
59th Management Committee | NUS Geographical Society
Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, National University of Singapore
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