People of FASS

People of FASS is a content series that emphasises on the human element, our people, their accomplishments and journey, as well as what inspires them. The series is curated primarily to focus on featuring exemplary students, alumni, researchers, faculty and staff.

October 25, 2024

Book on history and culture of Malay gastronomy wins NUS Singapore History Prize

The groundbreaking book by educator and food historian Khir Johari offers new insights into the cultural history and heritage of Singapore Malays through Malay cuisine.

October 18, 2024

NUS Minor in Visual Cultures explores the power and cultural impact of visual imagery in our lives

The new interdisciplinary and versatile programme – a first among universities in Singapore – delves into how visuals reflect and influence identity, politics and economics, encouraging broad critical thinking across the humanities and scientific fields.

October 9, 2024

Inaugural NUS CHS Career & Internship Fair 2024 draws over 60 leading employers offering jobs and internship opportunities

In all, more than 90 conversations took place during the session with both employers and students giving the event a thumbs-up.

October 3, 2024

Fostering inclusive communities for sustainable social development

Held in conjunction with NUS Homecoming 2024, the NUS Chua Thian Poh Community Leadership Centre (CTPCLC) Symposium attracted over 130 attendees comprising NUS students, alumni, staff, and partners; and featured insightful presentations, inspiring keynote speeches, an alumni panel discussion, and a mini graduation ceremony for students who completed their Certificate or Minor degrees in Community Development and Leadership at CTPCLC.

October 3, 2024

NUS researchers develop innovative approaches to tackle false information on multiple fronts

A research team – comprising members from various faculties, including Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, NUS Business School, School of Computing, College of Design and Engineering, Faculty of Law, and Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy – is addressing the issue of false information head-on through a programme known as Information Gyroscope (iGyro).

September 27, 2024

Making the case to reduce food wastage in Singapore hospitals

The 2024 CHS Case Competition, organised in partnership with Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Centre for Healthcare Innovation and Boston Consulting Group, received a record 78 submissions.

August 31, 2024

Two New Professorships Established at the NUS Department of Chinese Studies

A generous gift from Tigillus Foundation will expand research and teaching in Chinese language, history and culture.

August 30, 2024

NUS University Awards 2024: Eight Exemplary Individuals Honoured For Their Relentless Drive Toward Excellence

The prestigious Outstanding Service Award was conferred on Chairman of the Middle East Institute at NUS and former Singapore diplomat, Mr Bilahari Kausikan (FASS alumnus, NUS Political Science ’76), and Professor Brenda Yeoh Saw Ai of NUS Geography was honoured with a University Research Recognition Award for groundbreaking research that has placed NUS at the forefront of her field.

August 23, 2024

Unearthing the Mysteries of the Ocean’s Depths: NUS Students’ Aboard the OceanXplorer

Ng Kao Jing, a second-year student from the NUS Environmental Studies Programme, and Rachel Ong, a third-year student majoring in Psychology, were among the 14 young explorers picked from thousands of applications around the world to participate in the OceanX Education Young Explorers Program (YEP), which was held from 10 to 15 July 2024.

August 16, 2024

Nature Walks, Repair Workshops, Bird-watching and More

NUS student groups drive initiatives to promote sustainability and protect biodiversity.

August 13, 2024

NUS CNM’s Associate Professor Neyazi Appointed Editor-in-Chief of Top Communication and Political Science Journal

Associate Professor Taberez A. Neyazi (of NUS Communications and New Media, and the NUS Centre for Trusted Internet and Community) becomes the first Asian editor to lead the international Journal of Press/Politics.

August 12, 2024

NUSSU Rag & Flag Day 2024: Rediscovering the Spirit of Receiving and Giving

NUS students demonstrated the true spirit of giving, coming together as one to raise over S$212,000 for 15 social service agencies from Community Chest through generous donations from members of the public and corporate partners.

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