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Looking beyond Raffles: New NUS course uncovers Singapore’s deeper history and heritage through art
How can objects change the way we understand Singapore’s past? In “Looking beyond Raffles: New NUS course uncovers Singapore’s deeper history and heritage through art” (NUS News, 14 August 2026), Dr Priya Jaradi and Dylan Chng introduce “700 Years of Visual Arts: Singapore in the World”, a new General Education […]
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700 Years of Visual Arts: Singapore in the World | 14 Aug, 6-9pm
The Art History Minor Programme and the Department of History at the National University of Singapore will launch 700 Years of Visual Arts: Singapore in the World, a new blended teaching and learning initiative for NUS, local, and global learners. Developed by the NUS Art History Minor Programme, Department of […]
Passion on and off the field: Three NUS athletes fly high in sports and academics
We spotlight three Class of 2026 student-athletes who balanced national competitions with the demands of their degrees. Through diligence and tenacity, they have excelled in their pursuits and carved out a rich university experience.
Why Robot Monks Cannot Replace Human Faith
From chatbots in classrooms to AI assistants in workplaces, even religion is beginning to enter the digital age. The recent rise of robot monks in East Asia has sparked global fascination and debates over whether technology could one day replace spiritual leaders. In ‘Why Robot Monks Cannot Replace Human Faith’ […]