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When Objective Ambivalence Predicts Subjective Ambivalence: An Affect–Cognition Matching Perspective
Have you ever experienced mixed feelings? Objective ambivalence occurs when someone holds both positive and negative evaluations toward the same object. It is typically measured by averaging separate unipolar scales for positive (“P”) and negative (“N”) reactions. The degree of ambivalence is then calculated using the Thompson et al. (1995) formula: [(P+N)/2 – (P-N)], with higher […]
Discussions at the Singapore Perspectives conference organised by the Institute of Policy Studies at NUS in January 2026 centred on the theme of Fraternity and explored ways to help Singaporeans connect with one another, even as technological disruption, cultural differences and competition pose a constant threat to unity.
A new book edited by social service pioneer and NUS Social Work Emeritus Professor Dr S Vasoo that highlights the role of professional social work in strengthening the delivery of cost-efficient, accountable and impactful social services was launched on 11 February 2026.
The first of this year’s two career fairs brings together over 300 employers from diverse sectors, including technology, finance, healthcare and many more.
For a second year, the NUS Arts Festival will explore the theme Crossroads, delving deeper into encounters, intersections, and turning points that shape our existence. This vision unfolds over 71 days through 28 programmes led by 33 student groups, making it the University’s largest arts event.
Bilingualism has long been touted as the bedrock of Singapore’s linguistic landscape, underpinning the nation’s shared identity and cohesion. In 1996, Singapore’s bilingualism policy went into effect, institutionalising the learning of English and one of the ethnic mother tongues languages (MTLs). English was adopted as the interethnic lingua franca, where it promoted social cohesion among […]
During the Public Free Clinic Society’s 50th anniversary fundraising dinner on 27 October 2024, Health Minister Ong Ye Kung announced plans to integrate Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) into public healthcare under the expanded Healthier SG programme. This move reflects Singapore’s long-standing support for Chinese medicine, dating back to the colonial period when the colonial government […]
An elephant caretaker’s advice guided a group of NUS College students in their quest to create impact for a Thai community, reminding them to embrace humility and curiosity in their approach.
As Singapore positions itself as a leader in sustainability and innovation, understanding how business cycles influence Research and Development (R&D) decisions is essential for shaping future growth. Aligned with the Research, Innovation, and Enterprise 2025 Plan (RIE2025), Singapore continues to build a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy with steady and sustained investment in R&D as a key pillar […]
NUS has become a tourist attraction and a showcase of imagined success
By Xiao Siming, an undergraduate student majoring in Economics and Political Science.