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.
ALUMNI STORIES | Speaking Truth to Power
Ms Mei Fong’s (NUS English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies ’97) career trajectory is a masterclass in adapting to a changing media landscape to tell important stories, and the power of lending a voice to advocacy.
More than a simulation: SMUN 2025 prepares future leaders for global realities
More than 400 students from over 20 pre-tertiary and tertiary institutions across Singapore and the Asia-Pacific region convened to debate critical global concerns at the 22nd Singapore Model United Nations (SMUN) conference that was organised by the NUS Political Science Society (NUS PSSOC) in June at NUS University Town (UTown).
Opening Doors, Lifting Hearts and Strengthening Minds
In Indonesia, where English proficiency remains a challenge, the low-cost enrichment classes of social entrepreneur Ms Nur Hafishah Marsden (NUS History, and European Studies ’05) have been a blessing for hundreds of underprivileged students who have found joy in learning the language.
NUS students from Arts and Social Sciences and Business clinch top prize at 2025 UBS Finance Challenge in Shanghai
Driven by a shared passion for finance and investing, second-year students Fong Zhi Heng from NUS Economics and Brandon Lim from NUS Business School teamed up to beat 300 other teams to clinch the first prize at the 2025 UBS Finance Challenge, a high-profile stock pitch competition.
Rewriting the Script
From theatre student to metaverse pioneer, Dr Loretta Chen (NUS English Literature and Theatre Studies ’99, PhD ’10) has charted an unconventional path fuelled by purpose, resilience and a belief that stories can remake the world.
Answering the Call of the Stage
Mr Timothy Wan (NUS English, Linguistics and Theatre Studies ’13) and Ms Marilyn Chew (NUS Psychology ’19) affirm theatre careers sustained by passion and purpose.
Can AI help improve care for older adults? Experts weigh in
Proceedings and key learnings from an expert meeting on 27 June 2025 organised by the NUS Centre for Family and Population Research (CFPR) in collaboration with Sweden’s Lund University.
NUS confers Honorary Degrees on Ambassador Chan Heng Chee, Dr Noeleen Heyzer and Mr Wong Ngit Liong
In marking 120 years of excellence, innovation and service, the University also celebrates the achievements of 17,646 graduates from the NUS Class of 2025.
The art of academics: NUS graduates on pursuing their artistic passions
In marking 120 years of excellence, innovation and service, the University also celebrates the achievements of 17,646 graduates from the NUS Class of 2025.
From prison to university: This ex-offender proves it’s never too late for a fresh start
At 36, Mason Andre Lim is graduating from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences with a Bachelor of Social Sciences with Honours, majoring in Communications and New Media (CNM) – a milestone that marks not just academic achievement, but a powerful personal turnaround.
Celebrating a legacy of growth and global impact
From a humble medical school to a world-class university, NUS recently commemorated 120 years of progress at a gala dinner.
Five Arts and Social Sciences alumni honoured for their service and contributions to society
Five stellar alumni from the NUS Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences (FASS) were lauded with the FASS Distinguished Arts and Social Sciences Alumni Awards (DASSAA) on 10 July 2025 for their outstanding service and contributions to society.