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		<title>Integrated Facilities for the Elderly and Children are Worth Promoting</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[By Associate Professor Thang Leng Leng (NUS Japanese Studies).]]></description>
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<li>By Associate Professor Thang Leng Leng (<a href="/jps">NUS Japanese Studies</a>).</li>
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<p><em>This story first appeared in </em>Lianhe Zaobao<em> and </em><a href="https://news.nus.edu.sg/integrated-facilities-for-the-elderly-and-children-are-worth-promoting/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUSNews</a> <em>on 15 September 2024.</em></p>
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		<title>2024 Valedictorian&#8217;s Speech by Wong Qing Ning</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[Wong Qing Ning graduated with a double degree, BA with Honours (Highest Distinction) and B.Sc. with Honours (Highest Distinction). He majored in Japanese Studies and Life Sciences with a specialisation in Biomedical Science. Congratulations, Qing Ning!]]></description>
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<p>Wong Qing Ning graduated with a double degree, BA with Honours (Highest Distinction) and B.Sc. with Honours (Highest Distinction). He majored in Japanese Studies and Life Sciences with a specialisation in Biomedical Science. Congratulations, Qing Ning!</p>
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		<title>Exploring Japan’s Heritage and Tourism in Kyushu</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[During their trip for JS3229 Field Studies in Japan, a field study course helmed by Associate Professor Chris McMorran (NUS Japanese Studies), the students were provided an immersive experience to understand how heritage is defined, preserved and commodified for tourism.]]></description>
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<li><strong>During their trip for <a href="https://nusmods.com/courses/JS3229/field-studies-in-japan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JS3229 Field Studies in Japan</a>, a field study course helmed by <a href="https://discovery.nus.edu.sg/2625-christopher-michael-mcmorran" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Associate Professor Chris McMorran</a> from <a href="/jps" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Japanese Studies</a>, the students were provided an immersive experience to understand how heritage is defined, preserved and commodified for tourism.</strong></li>
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<p>Heritage and tourism are deeply intertwined in Japan, a nation where the preservation of cultural and natural sites plays a pivotal role in constructing national identity and fostering economic growth.</p>
<p><a href="https://nusmods.com/courses/JS3229/field-studies-in-japan" target="_blank" rel="noopener">JS3229 Field Studies in Japan</a>, a field study course helmed by Associate Professor Chris McMorran from the <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Department of Japanese Studies</a> at the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences delved into these themes, offering students an immersive experience to understand how heritage is defined, preserved, and commodified for tourism.</p>
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<p><strong>Laying the Groundwork<br /></strong>Before embarking on the journey, the students engaged in rigorous preparations at NUS. One concept that stood out was<i> furusato</i>, or &#8220;old village&#8221;. While the term literally means an actual place, it often signifies a generalised nostalgic feeling. This concept of creating a native place would later help them understand the cultural significance and tourism strategies in the places they visited.</p>
<p>Additionally, the students prepared for their homestay by learning traditional Japanese etiquette in a tatami room. Understanding the cultural significance of respecting tatami mats was essential for fostering respectful interactions with their host families in the Aso region.</p>
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<p><strong>Immersing in Hakata&#8217;s Heritage</strong></p>
<p>In Hakata, the students experienced a blend of historical and contemporary influences. A walking tour revealed the ancient street map of Hakata, the serene Jotenji Temple, and the Kushida Shrine. Here, they engaged with locals to build confidence for deeper interactions in subsequent locations.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10924" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10924" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo2-24-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10924" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Assoc Prof McMorran showing the students an old street map of Hakata and sharing the theories behind how the area became known as Fukuoka.</strong></figcaption></figure>
<figure id="attachment_10923" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10923" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo3-11-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10923" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>As part of the walking tour, the students visited Hakata Machiya Folk Museum, where they observed the weaving technique of the Hakata-ori (ori means weaving), a type of silk fabric produced in and around Fukuoka in Kyushu.</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p>Their visit to the Kyushu National Museum, facilitated by NUS <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences</a> alumna Sun Shuwei (Class of 2023), and her colleague Imai-san, provided an insider&#8217;s view of artefact conservation. Meeting Shuwei also offered a personal connection on the trip. As a former teaching assistant for this module and now a professional in Japan, she shared her experiences of stepping out of her comfort zone to engage with locals.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10922" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10922" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo4-6-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10922" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Students Benjamin Khor and Mohamad Matin Bin Mohamad sheltering NUS FASS alumna Sun Shuwei from the sun as she brought them around the city of Dazaifu in Kyushu island.</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p>She also offered this advice to students: &#8220;It&#8217;s important to go out of your comfort zone and try things you don&#8217;t know you&#8217;d like. It could be fun! Also, make use of all the resources that NUS has &#8211; if you want to learn a language, there&#8217;s no better time. &#8220;</p>
<figure id="attachment_10921" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10921" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo5-3-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10921" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Shuwei is currently working as a coordinator for International Relations at the Kyushu National Museum.</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p><strong>Tsuetate: The tranquil healing town</strong></p>
<p>Offering a stark contrast to busy Hakata was the town of Tsuetate Onsen. This peaceful town, with its flowing river and onsen, emphasised the healing and restorative aspects of tourism.</p>
<p>Engaging with locals in Tsuetate was a highlight. Conversations with residents revealed personal histories, the community&#8217;s efforts to sustain its heritage and showcased the residents&#8217; remarkable hospitality and resilience. These interactions were invaluable for planning their walking tours, where students shared insights on local heritage sites.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10920" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10920" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo6-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10920" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Students Mitchell Prem Dairianathan and Matin conversing with a resident to find out more about the town of Tsuetate.</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p>Rachel Tan, a Year 3 undergraduate majoring in Japanese Studies, found Tsuetate to be her favourite area. &#8220;It was just so tranquil and beautiful, compared to the hustle and bustle of Fukuoka city. I really enjoyed exploring the town and talking to the residents, hearing their personal stories and finding out what Tsuetate meant to them,&#8221; she shared.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10919" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10919" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo7-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10919" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Students Mordecai Cheah, Kien Sieng and Rachel Tan exploring Tsuetate while planning their walking tour.</strong></figcaption></figure>
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<p><strong>Aso: Cultural immersion and breathtaking landscapes</strong></p>
<p>In Aso, students participated in various cultural activities, including mochi-making, wearing kimonos, meditation, and calligraphy. They also experienced homestays with local families.</p>
<p>Mohamad Matin Bin Mohamad, a Year 4 student majoring in Japanese Studies, highlighted the calligraphy session as one of the best experiences of the trip. &#8220;I enjoyed the calligraphy, especially seeing everyone&#8217;s thought process in choosing and writing their words. It revealed what was important to them and their personalities through their choices and writing styles. I chose &#8216;ambition&#8217; because it reflects my personality.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Some others enjoyed the meditation and Rachel identified it as her favourite activity in Aso.  &#8220;It was my first time doing something like that, and it was just such an interesting experience. Under the guidance of the monk, we learned how to sit still and meditate for 40 minutes. Surprisingly, the time passed a lot quicker than expected, and I felt spiritually nourished by the end of it. The delicious matcha and Japanese sweets they served us after the session made the whole experience extra rewarding,&#8221; she said.</p>
<p><strong>The authentic homestay experience</strong></p>
<p>The homestay offered students a profound immersion into Japanese culture and daily life. The hospitality of the homestay families was exceptional, with the hosts going out of their way to make the students feel welcome and comfortable. &#8220;I was treated as one of their own,&#8221; shared Kien Sieng, a Year 3 Business Administration undergraduate, reflecting on the warmth and generosity of his host family.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10914" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10914" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo11-2-1-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10914" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Kien and Mordecai joining their host family, who offered the students their warm hospitality and an insight into into Japanese culture and daily life. (Photo credit: Kien and Mordecai)</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p>Charisse<i> </i>Thong, a Year 2 undergraduate majoring in Physics with a minor in Japanese Studies, and Rachel also shared their delightful homestay experience of being hosted by a kind elderly couple whose youngest daughter, Chiaki, returned to the household for the duration of their stay. &#8220;She and our host mum were really sweet, making lots of delicious meals for us, and even teaching us how to bake a strawberry shortcake with the fresh strawberries we picked together,&#8221; Rachel recounted. They had traditional Japanese breakfasts, helped prepare for a big family dinner, and even played with sparklers in the yard.</p>
<p>&#8220;It was fun to interact with the different family members and also see the differences between a household in Aso and in Singapore,&#8221; Charisse added.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10913" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10913" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo12-1024x576.png" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10913" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>The students picking strawberries with their host families. (Photo credit: Charisse)</strong></figcaption></figure>
<figure id="attachment_10912" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10912" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo13-1024x577.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="577" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10912" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Rachel and Charisse, along with their host family, baked a strawberry cake made with the fresh strawberries they handpicked together. (Photo credit: Charisse)</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p>Mitchell, a Year 3 undergraduate with a double major in Chemical Engineering and Japanese Studies, emphasised the authenticity of the experience, stating, &#8220;If you consider tourism as the search for the authentic, I don&#8217;t think there&#8217;s anything more authentic than a homestay.&#8221;</p>
<p>&#8220;Be open to talking about yourselves and be courteous and follow all the implicit culture rules,&#8221; said Benjamin Khor, a Year 2 undergraduate majoring in Chemistry with a minor in Japanese Language, sharing his advice. The homestay not only fostered cultural exchange but also created lasting memories and deep personal connections, underscoring the unique and transformative nature of this educational journey.</p>
<p><strong>Contrasting urban and rural experiences in Kumamoto</strong></p>
<p>The field study concluded with a visit to Kumamoto City, where students explored Kumamoto Castle and met the governor and the city&#8217;s mascot, Kumamoto. This experience provided a balance to the rural and small-town settings of the previous locations.</p>
<p>Visiting Kumamoto Castle was particularly fascinating for the students. Matin observed, &#8220;The detailed restoration process was impressive. The rocks that fell from the wall were labelled and reused, showing a strong commitment to preserving the castle&#8217;s integrity. The contrast between the meticulously restored exterior and the modernised interior, complete with TV screens for tourists, was particularly striking.&#8221;</p>
<figure id="attachment_10911" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10911" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo14-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10911" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>The visit to Kumamoto Castle offered the students an up-close view of its intricate restoration works. (Photo credit: Charisse)</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p>Mordecai Cheah, a Year 3 Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences undergraduate, appreciated Kumamoto&#8217;s relaxed yet urban atmosphere. &#8220;Looking at the reasons why we travel to see things and the purpose of tourism helps me appreciate the heritage of the places we visited,&#8221; he reflected.</p>
<figure id="attachment_10910" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10910" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo15-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10910" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>The students with the governor of Kumamoto, Mr Takashi Kimura, and Kumamon, the prefecture&#8217;s mascot. (Photo credit: Assoc Prof McMorran)</strong></figcaption></figure>
<p><strong>Personal growth and reflections</strong></p>
<p>The students unanimously recommended the course for its approach and experience. &#8220;It is a very comprehensive course, and you&#8217;ll learn more than what you&#8217;ve read in the readings,&#8221; Kien said. The field study not only provided a deeper understanding of Japan&#8217;s heritage and tourism but also encouraged growth and cultural appreciation.</p>
<p>Charisse echoed these sentiments, adding a personal lesson she learned: &#8220;Don&#8217;t be afraid to talk to people. The fewer expectations you have, the more surprised you&#8217;ll be.&#8221;</p>
<p>Enthusiastically recommending the course to other students, she added: &#8220;My Japanese language ability probably improved a little bit too. I had a great time with my course mates, teachers and the people I met through this program. It&#8217;s a great course if you want to learn more about Japan and people!&#8221;</p>
<figure id="attachment_10909" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-10909" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/wp-content/uploads/sites/18/2024/07/photo17-1024x576.png" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-10909" class="wp-caption-text"><strong>Assoc Prof McMorran and the students having fun and enjoying the beautiful views in Aso. (Photo credit: Assoc Prof McMorran)</strong></figcaption></figure>
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<p><em><i>This story first appeared in <a href="https://news.nus.edu.sg/exploring-japans-heritage-and-tourism-in-kyushu/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUSNews</a> on 28 June</i></em><em><i> 2024.</i></em></p>
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		<title>Mapping Middle Road: Prewar Japanese Community in Singapore</title>
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					<description><![CDATA[‘Mapping Middle Road: Prewar Japanese Community in Singapore’ is a research project funded by the National Heritage Board Heritage Research Grant from 2022 to 2024. Led by Dr Clay Eaton (NUS Japanese Studies), Professor Naoko Shimazu (The University of Tokyo, Tokyo College), and Senior Lecturer Lee Chee Keng (NUS College) and hosted by the NUS &#8230;<p class="read-more"> <a class="" href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/srn/2024/06/19/mapping-middle-road-prewar-japanese-community-in-singapore/"> <span class="screen-reader-text">Mapping Middle Road: Prewar Japanese Community in Singapore</span> Read More &#187;</a></p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p style="font-weight: 400;">‘Mapping Middle Road: Prewar Japanese Community in Singapore’ is a research project funded by the National Heritage Board Heritage Research Grant from 2022 to 2024. Led by Dr Clay Eaton (NUS Japanese Studies), Professor Naoko Shimazu (The University of Tokyo, Tokyo College), and Senior Lecturer Lee Chee Keng (NUS College) and hosted by the NUS Asia Research Institute, the project seeks to reconstruct and understand the prewar Japanese community in Singapore.</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">The project examines the relatively obscured prewar period in Singapore’s history that has been predominantly overshadowed by the events of the wartime Japanese occupation. ‘Mapping Middle Road’ hence explores Singapore’s prewar era, looking at the critical role of the prewar Japanese community in shaping Singapore’s identity as a cosmopolitan port city. It delves into the complex social history of this community, which included individuals who held significant influence as well as those in marginalized positions.</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">Central to the research are questions concerning the establishment of the Japanese community in the Middle Road area, otherwise known as ‘Little Japan’, their integration into Singapore&#8217;s cosmopolitan culture, and their positioning within colonial society. The study thus aims to shed light on socio-economic disparities, the intricate dynamics between colonizer and colonized,  and the interplay of Asian and non-Asian cultures in Singapore.</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">The project’s objectives are twofold: 1) provide an in-depth analysis of the prewar Japanese community in Singapore and 2) use this historical insight to better understand broader cultural and racial dynamics in colonial and cosmopolitan settings. As such, it is instrumental in bridging gaps in Singapore’s historical landscape and promises to make significant contributions to both academic scholarship and public knowledge.</p>
<p style="font-weight: 400;">Overall, ‘Mapping Middle Road: Prewar Japanese Community in Singapore’ is poised to redefine our understanding of Singapore’s prewar era. With a focus on the Japanese community, it will illuminate a largely unexplored aspect of Singapore’s history, offering vital perspectives for future historical, cultural, and social discourses in the region.</p>
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					<description><![CDATA[A study led by NUS Asia Research Institute Senior Research Fellow Professor Elaine Ho (NUS Geography) finds that although there are supermarkets and coffee shops at Dawson Estate, the elderly residents who were relocated there a few years under the Selective En-Bloc Redevelopment Scheme (SERS) continue to return to Tanglin Halt to meet up and reminisce with their former neighbours.]]></description>
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					<description><![CDATA[Open House 2024 returned to an enthusiastic reception as visitors turned up in force to experience one of NUS’ largest events of the year. Held in a hybrid format from 2 to 9 March 2024 and pulled together by the efforts of 2,674 faculty, staff, students and alumni, the event attracted more than 8.4 million visitors – up from 7.7 million in 2023 – as they explored the comprehensive showcase of what NUS has to offer both online and in-person.]]></description>
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<li><strong><span style="color: #000000;">Open House 2024 returned to an enthusiastic reception as visitors turned up in force to experience one of NUS’ largest events of the year. Held in a hybrid format from 2 to 9 March 2024 and pulled together by the efforts of 2,674 faculty, staff, students and alumni, the event attracted more than 8.4 million visitors – up from 7.7 million in 2023 – as they explored the comprehensive showcase of what NUS has to offer both online and in-person.</span></strong></li>
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<p>Open House 2024 returned to an enthusiastic reception as visitors turned up in force to experience one of NUS’ largest events of the year. Held in a hybrid format from 2 to 9 March 2024 and pulled together by the efforts of 2,674 faculty, staff, students and alumni, the event attracted more than 8.4 million visitors – up from 7.7 million in 2023 – as they explored the comprehensive showcase of what NUS has to offer both online and in-person.</p>
<p>Kicking off the eight action-packed days was a slate of engaging virtual talks, webinars, and social media sessions. <a href="https://bschool.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Business School</a> put together an informative line-up of virtual sessions featuring an Ask-Me-Anything session with its Vice Dean Associate Prof Chng Chee Kiong, an overview of the various majors with insights from faculty and students alike, and a glimpse of its vibrant student life via the Bizad Club.</p>
<p>At the online showcase by <a href="https://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Computing</a>, prospective students joined a Discord live chat to get their questions answered by professors and student ambassadors on topics such as the differences between the school’s five degree programmes. During a Zoom session by <a href="https://www.nus.edu.sg/gro" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Global</a>, they heard about the University’s exciting study abroad opportunities from students who embarked on exchange programmes with universities in Scotland, Canada, Switzerland and Hong Kong.</p>
<p>The on-campus segment on 9 March saw crowds throng the programme booths, talks, special classes, campus tours, student life performances and residential venues, with students gaining perspectives into all aspects of a world-class education at NUS, from the comprehensive curricula and career prospects to student life and global opportunities.</p>
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<p><strong>Charting pathways in humanities and sciences<br />
</strong>The <a href="https://chs.nus.edu.sg/">College of Humanities and Sciences</a> (CHS), comprising the <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/">Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences</a> (FASS) and the <a href="https://www.science.nus.edu.sg/">Faculty of Science</a> (FOS), showcased how it is equipping students with skills to integrate knowledge across these domains and the wide range of programmes they can choose from through a variety of major and minor combinations.</p>
<p>An FASS panel featuring a <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/geog/">Geography</a> major, a <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/pol/">Political Science</a> major with a minor in <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/ecs/">Economics</a>, a <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/philo/">Philosophy</a> major pursuing a Double Degree, and a <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/sea/">Southeast Asian Studies </a>major taking a minor in <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/hist/">History</a> dispelled misconceptions about their disciplines while discussing the potential career paths. Another joint talk by <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/psy/">Psychology</a> and <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/swk/">Social Work</a> on addressing mental health challenges in the 21st century explored how the issue is approached from their respective disciplines.</p>
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<p>The boom in big data was the focus of the <a href="https://www.stat.nus.edu.sg/prospective-students/undergraduate-programme/data-science-and-analytics/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Data Science and Analytics</a> talk that highlighted how the programme offers students industry exposure through real-world projects and internships. Another talk by the <a href="https://chs.nus.edu.sg/programmes/bes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Environmental Studies Cross-Disciplinary Programme</a> discussed its mission to develop environmental sustainability advocates keen to derive creative solutions to complex problems, along with its exciting fieldwork opportunities.</p>
<p>Lee Sue Ning, a Hwa Chong graduate who is interested in applying to Psychology, said of the FASS student panel: “The four students were from courses that I would never have considered. Hearing their experiences opened new doors for me, making me consider these courses as possible minors that I can take,” she added.</p>
<p><strong>Intersection of design and engineering<br />
</strong>The talk on<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/chbe/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Chemical Engineering</a>,<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/mse/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Materials Science and Engineering</a>, and<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/bme/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Biomedical Engineering</a>, held by the<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> College of Design and Engineering</a> (CDE) gave students valuable insights on the curriculum and disciplines, as well as showcased students’ research. In an Ask-Me-Anything panel, the professors also shared about the flexibility of the curriculum, future career prospects, intersections between the various fields of engineering, and their thoughts on the most challenging yet rewarding aspects of taking a degree in Engineering.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29079" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29079" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29079" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/jaf-8579-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29079" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>The panel discussions allowed prospective students to clear their doubts on a myriad of topics, from admissions and curriculum to student life and career prospects.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>The talk on<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/arch/programmes/bachelor-of-arts-in-architecture/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Architecture</a>,<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/did/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Industrial Design</a>, and<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/arch/programmes/bachelor-of-landscape-architecture/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Landscape Architecture</a> gave students the inside scoop on how the programmes provide the core foundation, training, skills, and knowledge for students to become the next generation of effective and innovative architects and designers.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29080" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29080" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29080" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/jaf-2427-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29080" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>The informative booths gave prospective students and their parents a chance to interact with faculty and students, gleaning a first-hand perspective on life in CDE.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Over at SDE3, CDE’s Built Environment Research Tour took participants behind the scenes—from live demonstrations of how 5G robotics reduce manpower and increase efficiency, to a lab tour of NUS’ hydraulics laboratory facilities to explore wave mechanics and how natural coastal ecosystems like mangroves can protect shorelines against climate change. Students also participated in a hands-on session to design their own shoreline adaptation, choosing from models of nature-based solutions as well as traditional infrastructure.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29081" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29081" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29081" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/20240309-140659-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29081" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>The hands-on experiential learning segment of the hydraulics lab tour allowed prospective students to experience an actual class.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>“It was nice to be able to see the facilities and get an idea about what Singapore is currently trying to improve on—designing a world with humans and robots, and coastal protection,” Nur Annatasyia Binte Joferi, from Singapore Polytechnic, said. “It made me think about how things will progress and what comes next after those goals are met.”</p>
<p><strong>Immersive learning experiences<br />
</strong><a href="https://nuscollege.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS College</a> offered prospective students a window into its extensive interdisciplinary education that blends small-group seminars with experiential learning and a rich residential immersion through special classes on topics such as love, food, and even Shakespeare’s plays. During Dr Chan Chi Wang’s class on quantifying facial attractiveness using mathematics and statistical methods, prospective students busily plotted measurements of facial features on graph paper. In Associate Professor Stuart Derbyshire’s class, they decoded mysterious sounds and intriguing illusions – sometimes with the aid of 3D glasses – understanding the science behind brain mechanisms that influence our perception.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29082" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29082" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29082" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oh-nusc-facialparameters1920-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29082" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>At Dr Chan Chi Wang’s class, students interested in NUS College explored how concepts from mathematics and statistics can be used to quantify the beauty of human faces.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Foo Jun Wei, a Hwa Chong Institution graduate who will be joining<a href="https://www.comp.nus.edu.sg/programmes/ug/cs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Computer Science</a> and NUS College, came away with useful information on what to expect as an incoming NUS student. “I enjoyed taking part in the guided tour where I got to see first-hand the facilities and accommodations that NUS College provides, as well as the immersive sample lesson on quantifying facial attractiveness. Above all, I was glad to be able to clarify my existing doubts and seek advice from the friendly student ambassadors on the ground,” he added.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29083" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29083" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29083" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oh-nusc-illusions-1920-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29083" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Prospective students donned 3D glasses to observe optical illusions as part of NUS College Associate Professor Stuart Derbyshire’s special class that discussed how sensory receptors and brain mechanisms influence perception.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Over at Bukit Timah Campus, visitors to <a href="https://law.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Law</a> had the choice of two masterclasses on criminal justice and conflict resolution approaches. At its mock moot sessions, visitors sat attentively in the gallery witnessing a simulation of a court case.</p>
<p><strong>Mastering the ‘heart’ and science of healthcare<br />
</strong>Prospective students interested in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy had the chance to find out about the new <a href="https://news.nus.edu.sg/nus-enhances-healthcare-education-to-future-proof-singapores-healthcare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Common Curriculum for Healthcare Professional Education</a>, which has been designed to align with Singapore’s shift towards preventive healthcare. Aside from touching on the Common Curriculum, talks by NUS Medicine offered an overview of its academic journey, highlighting features such as its strong mentorship support and Pathway programmes aimed at broadening their skill sets. During a special class by NUS Nursing, visitors tried out basic nursing skills like using a stethoscope and learnt the importance of collaboration between healthcare professionals.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29084" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29084" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29084" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oh-healthcare-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29084" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>From immersive demonstrations to engaging special classes and consultations with faculty members, prospective students interested in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy had plenty of ways to discover the programmes.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Prospective students interested in Medicine, Dentistry, Nursing and Pharmacy had the chance to find out about the new <a href="https://news.nus.edu.sg/nus-enhances-healthcare-education-to-future-proof-singapores-healthcare/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Common Curriculum for Healthcare Professional Education</a>, which has been designed to align with Singapore’s shift towards preventive healthcare. Aside from touching on the Common Curriculum, talks by NUS Medicine offered an overview of its academic journey, highlighting features such as its strong mentorship support and Pathway programmes aimed at broadening their skill sets. During a special class by NUS Nursing, visitors tried out basic nursing skills like using a stethoscope and learnt the importance of collaboration between healthcare professionals.</p>
<p>The interactive<a href="https://pharmacy.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Pharmacy</a> masterclass, titled “Unveiling the Pillars of Pharmacy: The Science and Art of Medication Therapy”, saw prospective students participate in the decision-making process of a real-life clinical case study. They also gained insight into how NUS Pharmacy structures its curriculum to incorporate live interactive classes, science practicals, skills labs, and collaborative learning workshops, to help students apply concepts in real case studies.</p>
<p>Prospective student Wong Hon Wei from Anderson Serangoon Junior College said, “The Pharmacy masterclass was quite enjoyable yet unique, as the way the collaborative learning workshop was structured was engaging, incorporating the Biology and Chemistry concepts learnt in classrooms into real-world medical applications.”</p>
<p><strong>Innovating solutions for society and the world<br />
</strong>Another popular feature at this year’s Open House was the Innovation and Impact Hub, which showcased groundbreaking projects by students from CDE, <a href="https://ctpclc.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Chua Thian Poh Community Leadership Centre</a>, NUS College, and FOS that are making a tangible impact on society and the world.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29085" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29085" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29085" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/oh-nuspresident1920-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29085" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>One of the booths at the Innovation and Impact Hub featured RoboMaster, a multidisciplinary student-run team that designed, assembled, and tested seven unique robots, and won second prize at the prestigious RoboMaster University League 2023.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Visitors caught the interactive projects in action, from The Moving Farm, a movable modular tower system for hydroponics farming that increases crop yield sustainably, to TinkerThings, a project on AI-based gamified activities innovated to improve seniors’ mental wellbeing and cognitive faculties.</p>
<p>Aside from exploring academic pathways, visitors also discovered <a href="https://enterprise.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Enterprise’</a>s suite of entrepreneurship initiatives, including the NUS Overseas Colleges, NUS Enterprise Summer and Winter Programmes in Entrepreneurship, and incubation hub THE HANGAR.</p>
<p>At a panel session on student entrepreneurship, prospective students heard from NUS alumni who founded three start-ups – Pitchspot, Wateroam and Skilio. The founders shared how their involvement in Enterprise’s entrepreneurship programmes and the support they received through the HANGAR enabled them to nurture their business ideas.</p>
<p><strong>Exciting array of student and residential life activities</strong></p>
<p>Over at the Student Village, a smorgasbord of vibrant student performances took Town Plaza by storm throughout the day, treating visitors to an exhilarating kaleidoscope of talent from student clubs and interest groups.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29086" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29086" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29086" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/j1-1312-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29086" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>The exciting smorgasbord of performances throughout the day showcased the vibrant student life that NUS is known for.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Getting a glimpse of the diverse student life opportunities that await, visitors were hyped up by the energetic cheerleading displays of<a href="https://nus.edu.sg/osa/keviihall" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> King Edward VII Hall</a>’s KE Titans, the snazzy beats of NUS Rappers, and the slick dance moves of the<a href="https://nus.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/korean-cultural-interest-group" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> NUS Korean Cultural Interest Group</a>. They were also serenaded with catchy tunes from the<a href="https://nus.edu.sg/osa/sheareshall" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Sheares Hall</a> band, a capella group<a href="https://cfa.nus.edu.sg/explore/talent/arts-groups/music/resonance/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> NUS Resonance</a>, and<a href="https://cfa.nus.edu.sg/explore/talent/arts-groups/music/nus-fingerstyle/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> NUS Fingerstyle Guitar</a>.</p>
<p>On top of A-Day-in-the-Life videos and 360° virtual tours of the various Residential Colleges, Halls, and Houses, Masters and student representatives from the residences mingled with prospective students at the booths, talks, and Ask-Me-Anything panels, where they shared their insights and anecdotes on the on-campus experience, as well as the distinct culture of each residential unit.</p>
<p>Along with offering guided in-person tours and simulated classes, the residential units also showcased the interest groups available. Other engaging activities, such as <a href="https://tembusu.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Tembusu College</a>’s live performances and <a href="https://rvrc.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Ridge View Residential College</a>’s sports experience zones, coffee pour demonstrations, and <i>warli</i> art making gave prospective students a taste of the many facets of holistic residential life.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_29087" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-29087" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="size-large wp-image-29087" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/j1-1374-1024x576.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="576" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-29087" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Prospective students got to learn first-hand about the residential experience and the differences in the housing models from student representatives of the Halls, Residential Colleges, and Houses, to discover what best suits their needs.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Prospective students Inez Ang from National Junior College and Vishnu Raj from Millennia Institute said the residential showcase gave them a better picture of living on campus.</p>
<p>Runyi Zhang, a graduate of St Andrew's Junior College who is applying to Business, said she had an enlightening experience sampling both the academic and extracurricular options. “Through the Open House, I’ve managed to capture a glimpse of student life in NUS… allowing me to have a clearer and more vivid image of what my future could be like here,” she added<span style="font-family: system-ui, -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'Segoe UI', Roboto, Oxygen, Ubuntu, Cantarell, 'Open Sans', 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif;">.</span></p>
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<p><em><i>This story first appeared in <a href="https://news.nus.edu.sg/nus-open-house-2024/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUSNews</a> on 14 March 2024.</i></em></p>
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					<description><![CDATA[International Women&#8217;s Day is commemorated annually on 8 March. This celebration empowers women by making their struggles visible, thus advocating for greater equality of the sexes.&#8216;Singaporean Women Living in China: The Uneven Burdens of Middle-class Transnational Caregiving&#8217; (Asian Studies Review, 2022) by Dr Sylvia Ang (Monash University), Associate Professor Thang Leng Leng (NUS Japanese Studies &#8230;<p class="read-more"> <a class="" href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/srn/2024/03/04/singaporean-women-living-in-china-the-uneven-burdens-of-middle-class-transnational-caregiving/"> <span class="screen-reader-text">Singaporean Women Living in China: The Uneven Burdens of Middle-class Transnational Caregiving</span> Read More &#187;</a></p>]]></description>
										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-size: 16px;">International Women&#8217;s Day is commemorated annually on 8 March. This celebration empowers women by making their struggles visible, thus advocating for greater equality of the sexes.</span>&#8216;Singaporean Women Living in China: The Uneven Burdens of Middle-class Transnational Caregiving&#8217; (<em>Asian Studies Review</em>, 2022) by Dr Sylvia Ang (Monash University), Associate Professor Thang Leng Leng (NUS Japanese Studies and Next Age Institute), and Professor Elaine Ho (NUS Geography and Asia Research Institute) contributes to knowledge about the inequalities women face, particularly in the transnational and ageing contexts.</p>
<p>The paper draws on interviews with Singaporeans who are living in or recently lived in China. It primarily examines how gender moulds the options open to unmarried women and the decisions they make as they negotiate life between China and Singapore. The study finds that, as much as visa and residence status influence whether female migrants can stay in China, ideas of what is expected (or proper) behaviour also impact their decisions to stay in or leave China.</p>
<p>The authors first observe that, compared to men, foreign women in China (including Singaporeans) have fewer options to prolong their stay. This is because, firstly, at the time of writing, the retirement age for women in China was 55, five years earlier than the retirement age of 60 for men. This means that employment opportunities are limited and less permanent for older women. Secondly, access to permanent residence or citizenship is strongly tied to marital status. Older women find it challenging to meet this requirement because it is difficult for them to find local partners: there is a cultural propensity for men to date women who are younger than them.</p>
<p>The researchers also uncover that older women in families split between China and Singapore frequently find themselves in transnational caregiving roles. Unmarried women living in China tend to retain some form of care expectations back in Singapore. They could be supporting families financially by paying for rent or education expenses. They are also expected to travel several times a year to visit family members, sometimes taking over care duties during the time they are back in Singapore. The study’s respondents report that they dutifully respond to these expectations.</p>
<p>Gendered expectations in Singapore also seem to impact the migrants&#8217; decisions to move back from China. For instance, some respondents indicate that they felt obligated to return to Singapore to care for ageing parents because their married siblings are busy with their own families. They internalise their obligations to take care of older family members by virtue of their status as single women.</p>
<p>The study finds that gendered norms not only apply to young women, but persist into middle-age as well. The effects of gendered expectations are also surprisingly cross-national. In this case, gendered expectations in Singapore are also revealed to apply to Singaporean women living abroad.</p>
<p>Read the article here: <a href="https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10357823.2022.2124955">https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10357823.2022.2124955</a></p>
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<p>How can the whole of society be mobilised to tackle the challenges of an ageing population in Singapore? As the Singapore population demographic greys progressively, this question was at the centre of discussion at the annual symposium of the <a href="https://ctpclc.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Chua Thian Poh Community Leadership Centre</a> (CTPCLC).</p>
<p>Held on 30 September at NUS University Town, the symposium gathered more than 120 attendees consisting of NUS students, staff and alumni, as well as stakeholders from the public and social sectors. Now in its 11th iteration, the in-person event saw changemakers, community leaders, and thought leaders discussing the issue of 'Challenges of an Ageing Population in Singapore', and how different organisations and individuals are doing their part to tackle this challenge.</p>
<p>The event was graced by Guest-of-Honour Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State for Ministry of Communications and Information and for National Development, and Adviser to East Coast GRC Grassroots Organisations.</p>
<p>Noting that Singapore is home to some of the world’s longest living persons, Mr Tan highlighted the importance of closing the gap between life span and health span, adding that this is where everyone has a role. Mr Tan also reflected on his experiences of encountering seniors forming social networks and actively volunteering in the community, to overcome social isolation.</p>
<p>Expressing his delight that the CTPCLC curriculum has offered undergraduates a path to support these initiatives with their research and involvement in the community, Mr Tan expressed that this would bode well for our community, as it takes an all-of-community approach to tackle the challenges of an ageing society like Singapore.</p>
<p><strong>Holistic Approaches to Ageing<br />
</strong>Attendees at the symposium delved into a thought-provoking hour-long panel discussion elaborating on efforts and plans to address the challenges of the ageing population in Singapore. Moderated by CTPCLC alumna Ms Sim Rou Chen, Chief Operating Officer of WeHiro, panellists Mr Chern Siang Jye, Group Chief, Sector and Partnerships Division, Agency for Integrated Care; Associate Professor (Dr) Kenny Tan, Chief Executive Officer of St Luke's ElderCare Ltd; and Associate Professor Thang Leng Leng from the <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/jps/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Japanese Studies</a> and Co-Director of the <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/nai/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Next Age Institute</a>, <a href="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences)</a>, exchanged stories, insights, and recommendations on effectively addressing the challenges posed by an ageing population.</p>
<p>The discussion explored topics such as healthcare management, social support systems, and policy interventions, all designed to address key challenges faced by the elderly in our community. Assoc Prof (Dr) Kenny Tan captured the challenges succinctly in three words: helplessness, loneliness and boredom.</p>
<p>These thoughts were also echoed by Assoc Prof Thang Leng Leng, who spoke about loneliness and social isolation, even for elderly parents who may be living with their children, when conversations within the home could be limited to routine check-ins such as “Have you taken your medicine today?”</p>
<p>The discussion underscored the real need for elderly among the community to be actively engaged – and that the community can play a part through raising awareness of the former’s needs and supporting befrienders’ programmes, in ensuring that seniors can age amidst a strong social support network.</p>
<p><strong>From Engagement to Effort<br />
</strong>Since its establishment in 2011, CTPCLC has continually challenged and empowered its students to explore the many facets of Singapore society and consider solutions to alleviate and address societal issues. CTPCLC students’ thoughtful analyses and implementations were showcased at the symposium through presentations, demonstrations and poster displays.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_26439" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-26439" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-26439 size-large" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img-0270e-1024x672.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="672" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-26439" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Charmaine Song (left) and Tong Hui Yi (right) shared their research findings and recommendations on ‘Reimagining the Active Ageing Centres of Thye Hua Kwan’.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>CTPCLC students and project partners Charmaine Song (<a href="https://bschool.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Business</a>, Year 4) and Tong Hui Yi (<a href="/swk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Social Work</a> and <a href="/socanth" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Sociology</a>, Year 4) took to the stage to elaborate on a year-long project they had embarked on in partnership with Thye Hua Kwan Moral Charities Limited.</p>
<p>During their project, which was titled ‘Reimagining the Active Ageing Centres (AACs) of Thye Hua Kwan’, Charmaine and Hui Yi interacted with seniors who were service users at Active Ageing Centres (AACs) in Ang Mo Kio. From the conversations, they gathered the seniors’ various opinions and hopes on how the AAC could further develop to serve Singapore’s ageing population.</p>
<p>Adopting a mixed methods approach that incorporated the use of observation work, semi-structured interviews, focus group discussions and online surveys, their study revealed that future AACs can play a vital role in serving as important sources of social, cultural and spatial capital for seniors: AACs provide social capital through important networks and social support among seniors; cultural capital by being a hub for acquiring new knowledge that will empower them; and spatial capital by being a potential ‘home away from home’, enabling seniors’ access to additional spaces of emotional and physical comfort.</p>
<p>The study also put forth key recommendations that highlighted how AACs can be further developed as a space for intergenerational communal socialisation, while serving as a rallying site for proactive seniors to engage in community-related volunteerism.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_26440" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-26440" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-26440 size-large" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img-0439e-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-26440" class="wp-caption-text"><span style="color: #808080;"><strong>Associate Professor Soo Yuen Jien, Director of the NUS Centre for Development of Teaching and Learning (centre) and Associate Professor Lee Kooi Cheng, Director of the NUS Centre for English Language Communication (first on right), looking on to a demonstration by Mr Willoughby Niki Lee (first on left) on the use of 'BoomBox’, AI-based gamified activities to engage seniors.</strong></span></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Beyond talks and discussions, attendees at the symposium also engaged with passionate CTPCLC alumni and students at a series of live demonstrations and poster displays detailing their various engagements with the community.</p>
<p>Amongst these was a demonstration by CTPCLC alumnus Mr Willoughby Niki Lee (<a href="https://cde.nus.edu.sg/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">College of Design and Engineering</a>, Class of 2022) of his brainchild BoomBox - <a href="https://www.facebook.com/nus.singapore/posts/pfbid0doxjdcbNTUUTGHkv4fezTrU8kLRocXrBdD8BDSL4hbk8AZ4NvCiJSQB7uUVa6wtpl" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AI-based gamified activities innovated to help in seniors’ wellbeing</a>, inspired by his love for the community and his engineering knowledge.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_26441" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-26441" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-26441 size-large" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img-0413e-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-26441" class="wp-caption-text"><strong><span style="color: #808080;">Participants got to try on props from the ageing simulation demonstration, such as ear muffs, goggles, and gloves, which mimic the ageing experience while the participant attempts a simple everyday task such as writing.</span></strong></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>Ms Sim Rou Chen (<a href="/swk" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Social Work</a> and <a href="/psy" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Psychology</a> '22) also led an ageing simulation demonstration which allowed participants to experience what ageing could feel like, through the use of props and equipment like goggles, walking sticks and sandbags which hinder physical movement. Through this, participants developed a greater understanding and empathy of the physical, and thereafter, social and emotional, encounters and challenges that seniors could be facing in their daily lives.</p>
<p><strong>Celebrating Tomorrow’s Changemakers<br />
</strong>A ceremony was also held at the symposium to honour the achievements of CTPCLC’s Class of 2023, acknowledging their completion of the community development and leadership programme in NUS and celebrating their achievements in driving positive change within communities in Singapore.</p>
<p><figure id="attachment_26442" aria-describedby="caption-attachment-26442" style="width: 1024px" class="wp-caption aligncenter"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="wp-image-26442 size-large" src="https://fass.nus.edu.sg/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/img-0253e-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="1024" height="683" /><figcaption id="caption-attachment-26442" class="wp-caption-text"><strong><span style="color: #808080;">CTPCLC’s Class of 2023 with (front row) NUS Senior Vice Provost (Undergraduate Education Prof Bernard Tan, SMS Tan, Dr Chua Thian Poh (Board Member; Chua Foundation; Executive Chairman, Ho Bee Land Limited), Ms Chua Weiling (Director of Philanthropy, Chua Foundation; Chief Executive Officer, One Hill Capital Pte Ltd) and CTPCLC Director Associate Professor Chng Huang Hoon.</span></strong></figcaption></figure></p>
<p>“The Symposium has come at an opportune time as I begin my career in the community care sector,” said CTPCLC alumni Mr Kho Yong Xiang (<a href="/cnm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Communications and New Media</a> '23).</p>
<p>“CPTCLC has once again proven to be an invaluable platform for addressing the priorities of today. I heard peers discussing their ground-up research as well as connecting with partners and experts in the eldercare space. I am thankful for my time at the Centre and hope for more students to embrace the opportunities offered by CTPCLC,“ he added.</p>
<p>Beyond academics, the annual CTPCLC symposium provides a platform for like-minded individuals to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and inspire future leaders to address pressing community issues, making a difference to those around them. From their first tentative steps of taking courses at CTPCLC, the symposium also documents how students have been empowered to develop themselves further into passionate community builders and future leaders.</p>
<p>“In addition to the good work our alumni and students are doing in the community, it is really heartening that they continue to engage the Centre at an event like this one,” said Associate Professor Chng Huang Hoon, Director of CTPCLC. “I feel very proud to have been a part of their wonderful journey."</p>
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