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Singapore is often regarded as the meeting point between the East and West. Prof Brian Farrell, Prof Malcom Murfett (both from the Dept of History), Prof John Miksic (Dept of SEA Studies), and Chiang Ming Shun (Trinity Theological College) try to convey this in Between Two Oceans: Military History of Singapore From 1275 to 1971. …
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How has Christianity grown as Singapore has urbanized? From megachurches to community centres, the presence of Christianity is undeniable in Singapore. Protestant Christianity has grown in tandem with the urban boom, as evidenced by the imprinting of religious festivities on Singapore’s most commercial location when Orchard Road is festively decorated in the weeks leading up …
The Research Networking Event is an opportunity to learn about faculty research projects, collaborative research, and grant management. Faculty members from the Departments of Communications and New Media, Economics, History, Philosophy, Psychology, and Sociology will be sharing their work and ideas for collaborative projects funded by research grants. View and download the programme here. This …
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Was Singapore’s 1992 by-election an unexpected landslide? The 1992 Marine Parade by-election on 19 December saw the incumbent People’s Action Party (PAP) contest against the Singapore Democratic Party (SDP), the National Solidarity Party (NSP), and the Singapore Justice Party (SJP). The results showed that the PAP won a higher-than-expected 72.9% of the votes. Assoc. Prof. …
Singapore’s December 1992 by‐elections: Interpreting the results and the signals Read More »
Provost’s Chair Professor Chew Soo Hong from the Department of Economics at FASS writes about his latest findings on the effects unhealthy levels of air pollution have on individuals. Prof Chew’s findings show that beyond its negative effects on health, high levels of ambient PM2.5 can also affect decision making processes. In particular, it …
Are we underestimating the effects of haze on society? Read More »
Ever heard of the Blue Cross Charitable Institution? Associate Professor Lee Chee Hiang (Department of Chinese Studies) has published a monograph on charitable organizations founded by the Teochew community in Singapore, among which is the Blue Cross. Drawing on primary data such as archival records, photographs, and interviews, his book presents new research findings on …
The Blue Cross: Where Religion and Charity Cross Paths Read More »
What is the significance of family stories and storytelling to domestic helpers? Foreign Domestic Worker (FDW) Day is celebrated annually on 6 December to recognize the important contributions made by FDWs to Singaporean families as housekeepers and caregivers. The unique experience of FDWs entails living overseas with employers, separating these women from their families often …
Helping the Helpers: Understanding Family Storytelling by Domestic Helpers in Singapore Read More »
Associate Professor Irene YH Ng from the Department of Social Work and Director of Social Service Research Centre at FASS discusses the longer term implications of plans to give priority primary school admission to pupils attending kindergartens operated by the Ministry of Education. She warns that this is likely to lead to a group being …
Could Priority Primary 1 Admission Worsen Educational Inequality in Singapore? Read More »
How is disability viewed and addressed in Singapore? December 3 is recognized as the International Day for People with Disabilities (IDPwD). This event seeks to raise public awareness, understanding, and acceptance of people with disabilities and to celebrate their achievements and societal contributions. A/P Reuben Wong (NUS Dept of Political Science) and Dr Wong Meng …
Social Impact of Policies for the Disabled in Singapore Read More »
How have Indian business migrants contributed to the formation of the Indian diaspora in Singapore? The Indian Merchant Association was registered in Singapore on 29 November 1924. Since then, it has grown to become the Singapore Indian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SICCI), the most prominent association that engages with Indian businesses in Singapore and …
Beyond the Myth: Indian Business Communities in Singapore Read More »