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Welcome to Commune @ Henderson – Your Ideal Student Accommodation in the Heart of Singapore

Commune at Henderson
📍 Address: 98 Henderson Road (S) 159543

We are thrilled to share that SMU has leased 72 beds at Commune on Henderson, an inter-generational co-living community property conveniently located at Henderson Road.  It is a 13 mins walk away from Redhill MRT station (EW10) and 2 mins walk from nearest public bus stop (B10341), which has 3 bus services being 851, 145 and 16.  These 3 bus services will bring you to town and are within walking distance to SMU.

Located at 98 Henderson Road, Singapore 159543, Commune @ Henderson offers SMU students the opportunity to stay in a first of its kind generational co-living concept in Singapore.  The property is relatively new and was recently completed in April 2025.  This innovative development aims to foster a vibrant community where seniors and youth can interact and thrive together. In general, seniors would occupy Level 1, whilst mostly students would be occupying Levels 2-4.

A Comfortable and Supportive Living Space

The layout of the accommodation is planned such that seniors would occupy Level 1, whilst mostly tertiary students would be occupying Levels 2-4.

Beyond the bedrooms, the accommodation fosters a warm and social atmosphere with shared communal areas listed below :   

Site plan and facilities

These shared spaces are designed to encourage interaction, collaboration, and a sense of belonging, making Commune a thriving hub of student life experiences and not just a place of residence.

Location and Surrounding

Central Living with access to amenities

One of the perks of choosing accommodation for Commune @ Henderson would be its city fringe location, within proximity to Singapore Management University (SMU) with various easily accessible transportation modes, and a wide range of amenities to support everyday student life and activities.

Fabulous Transport Links

  • 13-minute walk to Redhill MRT Station (DT20), 5 stops away from City Hall station.
  • Only 3 minutes away from the public bus stop (13101), with 3 direct bus services to SMU.

Vibrant Neighbourhood

  • Situated strategically near amenities such as Bukit Merah View Market and Hawker Centre, Tiong Bahru Plaza, Sing health polyclinics and Delta Sports Hall.
  • Close to Henderson Community Club where students can go engage and bond in a myriad of leisure activities.

Accommodation Type

Bed Types

4 bedroom

4 bedroom

Facilities and Hangout Areas

Sheltered Drop-Off Area 

Sheltered Drop-Off Area

Lobby Reception

Lobby Reception

Communal Dining Area

Communal Dining Area

Communal Lounge

Communal Lounge

Basketball Court

Basketball Court

Exercise Areas

Exercise Areas

Accommodation Fees for SMU full-time Undergraduates Only

* Please enquire directly with housing office regarding the rates if you are not a full-time undergraduate but keen to apply for housing for Commune @ Henderson.
For the following periods: Semester 1 & 2 Stay (01 Aug 2026 to 30 April 2027)

Semester 1 & 2 Stay (01 Aug 2026 to 30 April 2027)

 Room Rent Per Person 
(excluding GST)

Admin Fees
(One-time payable inclusive of GST and payable to site office)

Total

$8,010.00
$890 per month

$223.45 

$8,233.45

Full Academic Stay (01 Aug 2026 to 31 July 2027)

 Room Rent Per Person 
(excluding GST)

Admin Fees
(One-time payable inclusive of GST and payable to site office)

Total

$10,680.00
$890 per month

$223.45 

$10,903.45

* All rates are quoted in Singapore dollars and inclusive of prevailing Goods and Services Tax. Rent would be paid directly to SMU, while the registration fee would be collected by the site office in cash only upon check-in. 

Do note that all applications for rooms must be done through SMU directly to enjoy the above rates. If you apply through Commune @Henderson (external landlord) website, you will not be considered for any contract terms that we have negotiated as a group jointly under SMU. If in doubt, please contact us at smuhostel@smu.edu.sg before you make any booking.

To further assist students with accommodation, SMU has provided additional subsidies off the discounted contract rates This would be the final room rates full time undergraduate students need to pay when taking up Commune@Henderson.

Our rates Include:

  • Wifi

     

  • Utilities

     

  • Single Bed Mattress, Mattress Protector, Pillow, Pillow Cover

     

  • Complimentary Blanket and Bedsheet

     

  • Weekly Housekeeping for common areas and washrooms

     

  • An inclusive set of Blanket and Bed Linens

     

  • Communal Kitchenware: Cooking Pot/Pan, Plate, Bowl, Cutlery, Knife, Chopping Board etc

     

  • Commercial Washer and Dryer available at Laundry Area at $4 per wash and $1 per dry for every 10 minute block

How to Apply

We accept applications from undergraduates (full-time SMU students) and all other students (PhD or Masters) who have accepted the offer to study full time at SMU. Priority would be granted to full time undergraduates due to their length of study in SMU. 

The allocation of rooms is at the discretion of the University and subject to the disposition and needs of applicants. Allocations will result in students of various age and cultural backgrounds being accommodated together in shared units, a reflection of SMU’s diverse student population. 

Changing of rooms will not be allowed.

Students who are interested to stay for AY2026/27 can fill in and submit the application (e-Form) on Friday , 29 May 2026 at 9am (Singapore time) via the following link:

Do note that all applications for rooms have to be done through SMU directly in order to be valid. If you apply through The Assembly Place or Commune (external landlord) website, you will not be considered for any contract terms that we have negotiated as a group jointly under SMU. If in doubt, please contact us at smuhostel@smu.edu.sg before you make any booking.

Application Processing

Applications will be processed on a first-come-first-serve basis and will close once all the beds are taken up. Any applications received before the application start date and time would not be considered, so students are advised to adhere strictly to the timing.

If you apply before the application start date stated above, your first application will be invalid and you will need to apply again. If you applied after the start date stated above, your application will only be considered if there are still vacant beds available.

Application Results and Acceptance

Successful applicants will be informed of their application results and room allocations only via email. Successful applicants are able to move in from :

  • Semester 1 - 1 August 2026
  • Semester 2 - 1 January 2027

* No early check-in before the move-in dates stated above is allowed.

Unsuccessful applicants will be placed on a waiting list and any allocations will be given based on any withdrawal or cancellation. However, being placed on the waiting list does not guarantee an offer of accommodation.

Note to All Applications

  1. Submission of applications does not guarantee an offer of accommodation.
  2. The mode of payment is via Telegraphic/Bank Transfer only. A copy of the completed transaction slip or email notification from the bank for the payment made shall be returned to smuhostel@smu.edu.sg by the date stated in the Letter of Offer, in order for your bed to be reserved successfully.
  3. Confirmation: Successful applicants are required to pay the advance payment amount stated when they receive the letter of offers for their stay. We would only confirm your accommodation upon receipt of full payment.
  4. Administrative Fee: Successful applicants must make a separate payment of S$223.45 (inclusive of GST) Administrative Fee to the site administration staff during check-in.
  5. Pre-termination of stay: Successful applicant is expected to remain in residence for the time specified in the agreement once an allocation of the accommodation has been assigned to and accepted by him/her. No pre-termination of stay is allowed except for exceptional circumstances such as withdrawal of course from SMU.

Payment Options

  1. Payment in person
    Payment can be made at the new Student Services Hub located at 70 Stamford Road #B1-36 (opposite Dental@Uni), from Mondays to Fridays (excluding public holidays), 10am to 5pm.:
    • Debit/Credit Card (VISA/Mastercard) in person
    • NETs or credit/debit card in person
  2. Online Credit/Debit Card Payment via Student Self-Service Page

Leasing Business / Housing Office

Email address for all applications and  enquiries - smuhostel@smu.edu.sg

Housing Office number - 6336 5621 / 6336 5262

Commune @ Henderson

Address - 98 Henderson Road (S) 159543

View the location of Commune @ Henderson on Google Maps.

The SMU Office of Overseas Centres (OOC) expands the university's footprint across Asia by deepening partnerships, strengthening global visibility, and opening new pathways for creating impact. Working in some of the region’s most dynamic innovation and education hubs, the OOC supports knowledge exchange, applied research, and partnership engagements that respond to local needs and opportunities.

Our role is to connect SMU's intellectual capital with partners who are shaping the future of business, policy, and society. Through these partnerships, the OOC enhances SMU's ability to contribute insights, develop talent, and support growth across the region.

OOC MISSION

Advancing SMU’s Regional Presence in Asia

The SMU Office of Overseas Centres (OOC) strengthens SMU’s engagement across Asia by extending the University’s work in education, research, and industry collaboration beyond Singapore. Our mission is to build purposeful connections that create opportunities for learners, partners, and communities throughout the region. To achieve this, the OOC plans, establishes, and oversees SMU’s overseas offices — including SMU Thailand, SMU Indonesia, and SMU Vietnam. Embedded within their local economies, these offices serve as contact nodes to support student mobility programmes such as internships and study visits, facilitate alumni networking, knowledge sharing, executive learning, research collaborations, and partnerships that respond directly to regional needs.

These centres serve as SMU’s strategic gateways in Asia. They enhance the University’s visibility, deepen cross-border collaborations, and create new avenues for impact by bringing people, ideas, and organisations together. Through this work, the OOC supports SMU’s commitment to expanding access to expertise and contributing to the region’s continued advancement.

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Leadership Profile

Edmund Chin

Director, Office of Legal and General Affairs

Work Experience

2025 to PresentSingapore Management University
Director, Office of Legal and General Affairs
2013 to 2025Singapore Management University
Assistant Director / progressively senior legal roles, Office of Legal and General Affairs
Prior to SMULendlease Group, Investment Management Division
Legal role advising on legal, transactional, operational and compliance matters
Prior to SMUST Aerospace
Legal role advising on legal, transactional, operational and compliance matters

Education

University of Exeter
Second Upper Honours Degree in Law
National University of Singapore
Graduate Diploma in Singapore Law
Singapore Management University
Master’s in Wealth Management

Awards & Achievements 

2024Commendation Medal, National Day Awards

Organisation Chart & Board of Trustees

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Prof Lily KONG
President
江莉莉教授
校长
Prof Alan CHAN
Provost
陈金樑教授
常务副校长
Academic
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
Prof Bert DE REYCK
Dean
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
付博特教授
李光前商学院院长
School of Accountancy
Prof ZHANG Liandong
Dean
School of Accountancy
张连栋教授
会计学院院长
School of Economics
Prof LI Jia
Dean
School of Economics
李嘉教授
经济学院院长
School of Computing and Information Systems
Prof PANG Hwee Hwa
Dean
School of Computing and Information Systems
房伟华教授
计算机与信息系统学院院长
Yong Pung How School of Law
Prof LEE Pey Woan
Dean
Yong Pung How School of Law
李佩婉教授
杨邦孝法学院院长
School of Social Sciences
Prof Kenneth BENOIT
Dean
School of Social Sciences
肯尼思.贝诺特教授
社会科学院院长
College of Integrative Studies
Prof Elvin LIM
Dean
College of Integrative Studies
林思捷教授
综合学科学院院长
College of Graduate Research Studies
Prof WANG Heli
Dean
College of Graduate Research Studies
王鹤丽教授
研究生研究课程学院院长
Office of Dean of Students
Prof Mark CHONG
Dean
Office of Dean of Students
张耀锦教授
学生事务总监
Prof Venky SHANKARARAMAN
Vice Provost (Education)
文奇.桑卡拉拉曼教授
副教务长 (教育事务)
Assoc Prof Michelle P LEE
Associate Provost (Undergraduate Education)
李佩儿副教授
协理教务长 (本科教育)
Assoc Prof Themin SUWARDY
Associate Provost (Postgraduate Professional Programmes)
郑明副教授
协理教务长 (专业研究生课程)
Prof Gary PAN
Associate Provost (Lifelong Learning)
潘善琦教授
协理教务长 (终身学习)
Assoc Prof Tamas MAKANY
Associate Provost (Teaching and Learning Innovation)
Tamas MAKANY 副教授
协理教务长 (教学与学习创新)
Prof Archan MISRA
Vice Provost (Research)
亚詹.米斯拉教授
副教务长 (研究)
Prof TANG Hang Wu
Associate Provost (Research Governance)
陈汉吾教授
协理教务长 (研究管理与治理)
Dr CHEONG Wei Yang
Vice Provost (Strategic Research Partnerships)​
张伟洋
副教务长 (战略研究合作)
Prof PHANG Sock Yong
Vice Provost (Faculty Matters)
潘淑莹教授
副教务长 (教职事务)
Administration
LIM Boon Wee
Senior Vice President, Administration
林文威
行政事务高级总监
Administration
Corporate Communications & Marketing
Christopher CHEW
Vice President
Corporate Communications & Marketing
周永金
校务通讯与市场营销总监
Partnerships & Engagement
Prof LIM Sun Sun
Vice President
Partnerships & Engagement
林珊珊 传播与科技学教授
合作与交流总监
Advancement & Alumni Relations
CHAN Wai Leng
Vice President
Advancement & Alumni Relations
陈惠玲
发展与校友事务总监
Impact
Prof Scott FRITZEN
Vice President
Impact
Prof Scott FRITZEN
Vice President
Professional & Continuing Education
Patrick LAU
Vice President
Professional & Continuing Education
刘伟平
专业与持续教育总监
Prof Lily KONG
President
江莉莉教授
校长
Prof Alan CHAN
Provost
陈金樑教授
常务副校长
LIM Boon Wee
Senior Vice President, Administration
林文威
行政事务高级总监
Academic
Administration
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
Prof Bert DE REYCK
Dean
Lee Kong Chian School of Business
付博特教授
李光前商学院院长
School of Accountancy
Prof ZHANG Liandong
Dean
School of Accountancy
张连栋教授
会计学院院长
School of Economics
Prof LI Jia
Dean
School of Economics
李嘉教授
经济学院院长
School of Computing and Information Systems
Prof PANG Hwee Hwa
Dean
School of Computing and Information Systems
房伟华教授
计算机与信息系统学院院长
Yong Pung How School of Law
Prof LEE Pey Woan
Dean
Yong Pung How School of Law
李佩婉教授
杨邦孝法学院院长
School of Social Sciences
Prof Kenneth BENOIT
Dean
School of Social Sciences
肯尼思.贝诺特教授
社会科学院院长
College of Integrative Studies
Prof Elvin LIM
Dean
College of Integrative Studies
林思捷教授
综合学科学院院长
College of Graduate Research Studies
Prof WANG Heli
Dean
College of Graduate Research Studies
王鹤丽教授
研究生研究课程学院院长
Office of Dean of Students
Prof Mark CHONG
Dean
Office of Dean of Students
张耀锦教授
学生事务总监
Prof Venky SHANKARARAMAN
Vice Provost (Education)
文奇.桑卡拉拉曼教授
副教务长 (教育事务)
Assoc Prof Michelle P LEE
Associate Provost (Undergraduate Education)
李佩儿副教授
协理教务长 (本科教育)
Assoc Prof Themin SUWARDY
Associate Provost (Postgraduate Professional Programmes)
郑明副教授
协理教务长 (专业研究生课程)
Prof Gary PAN
Associate Provost (Lifelong Learning)
潘善琦教授
协理教务长 (终身学习)
Assoc Prof Tamas MAKANY
Associate Provost (Teaching and Learning Innovation)
Tamas MAKANY 副教授
协理教务长 (教学与学习创新)
Prof Archan MISRA
Vice Provost (Research)
亚詹.米斯拉教授
副教务长 (研究)
Prof TANG Hang Wu
Associate Provost (Research Governance)
陈汉吾教授
协理教务长 (研究管理与治理)
Dr CHEONG Wei Yang
Vice Provost (Strategic Research Partnerships)​
张伟洋
副教务长 (战略研究合作)
Prof PHANG Sock Yong
Vice Provost (Faculty Matters)
潘淑莹教授
副教务长 (教职事务)
Corporate Communications & Marketing
Christopher CHEW
Vice President
Corporate Communications & Marketing
周永金
校务通讯与市场营销总监
Partnerships & Engagement
Prof LIM Sun Sun
Vice President
Partnerships & Engagement
林珊珊 传播与科技学教授
合作与交流总监
Advancement & Alumni Relations
CHAN Wai Leng
Vice President
Advancement & Alumni Relations
陈惠玲
发展与校友事务总监
Impact
Prof Scott FRITZEN
Vice President
Impact
Prof Scott FRITZEN
促进大学影响力事务处总监
Professional & Continuing Education
Patrick LAU
Vice President
Professional & Continuing Education
刘伟平
专业与持续教育总监
Finance
Yvonne CHAN
Chief Financial Officer and Vice President
Finance
曾美君
首席财务官
Human Resources
Rajaswari SUPPIAH
Vice President
Human Resources
Rajaswari SUPPIAH
人力资源总监
Integrated Information Technology Services
LAU Kai Cheong
Chief Information Officer and Vice President
Integrated Information Technology Services
刘启祥
首席资讯科技官
Campus Infrastructure & Services
Sundaravadivelan SELVAM
Vice President
Campus Infrastructure & Services
Sundaravadivelan SELVAM
校园规划建设与设施管理总监

Name of TrusteesAACACICFinRemCDACCIAPIC
Mr Piyush Gupta     
Ms Chong Yiun Lin      
Andrew David Hamilton      
Ms Deborah Ho      
Dr Jeffrey Jaensubhakij      
Prof Maxwell King      
Mr. Sherman Kwek      
Dato' Kho Hui Meng     
Mr. Lim Eng Hwee      
Mr Hugh Lim     
Ms Lim Kexin      
Mr Edmund Lin     
Professor Ivy Ng     
Ms Png Chin Yee     
Mr Arif Rachmat      
Ms Juthika Ramanathan      
Mr Ganen Sarvananthan     
Mr Parnsiree Amatayakul       
Sir Nigel John Thrift      
  • CDAC includes SMU President as an Ex-officio Member
  • CIA consists of Non-Trustee Members as well (Mr Timothy Chia, Mr Helman Sitohang)
  • PIC consists of Non-Trustee Members as well (Professor Lily Kong, Dr Michael David Rich, Ms Khoo Ming Melissa, Ms Karen Foong Yin Ngui)

Chairperson

Member

Other Committees & Members

Academic Affairs Committee
 

Members (Trustees)
Sir Nigel Thrift (Chairman)
Professor Ivy Ng
Professor Maxwell King
Dr Andrew Hamilton

Ex-Officio Member
Chairman, BOT

Audit Committee
 

Members (Trustees)
Ms Juthika Ramanathan (Chairman)
Mr Hugh Lim
Ms Lim Kexin

Finance and Remuneration Committee

Members (Trustees)
Mr Edmund Lin (Chairman)
Mr Piyush Gupta
Ms Png Chin Yee
Ms Chong Yiun Lin
Professor Ivy Ng

Ex-Officio Member
Chairman, BOT

Investment Committee
 

Members (Trustees)
Dr Jeffrey Jaensubhakij (Chairman)
Mr Arif Rachmat
Ms Png Chin Yee

Advisors
Mr Manraj Sekhon
Mr Ankur Meattle

Campus Development Advisory Committee

Members (Trustees)
Mr Hugh Lim (Chairman)
Mr Edmund Lin
Mr Sherman Kwek
Mr Lim Eng Hwee

Ex-Officio Member
President, SMU

Committee for Institutional Advancement

Members (Trustees)
Dato' Kho Hui Meng
Mr Ganen Sarvananthan
Ms Deborah Ho

Members (Non-Trustees)
Mr Timothy Chia (Chairman)
Mr Helman Sitohang

Partnerships and Impact Committee

Members (Trustees)
Mr Piyush Gupta (Chairman)
Dato' Kho Hui Meng
Mr Ganen Sarvananthan

Members (Non-Trustees)
Dr Michael David Rich
Ms Khoo Ming Melissa
Ms Karen Foong Yin Ngui
Mr Ian Lee (Student Representative)

Ex-Officio Member
President, SMU

Patron, Chancellor, Pro-Chancellors and Members

PATRON

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam

CHANCELLOR

Mr Lim Chee Onn

PRO-CHANCELLORS

Mr Eddie Teo
Justice Judith Prakash
Mr Kuok Khoon Ean

MEMBERS

The Members of SMU are key stakeholders of SMU and play an important role in the overall governance structure of SMU. As is consistent with the importance attached to this position, the SMU's Constitution and the Singapore Management University Act expressly provide that the appointment of Members in SMU requires the approval of the Minister for Education.

The role of the Members is expressly stated in SMU's Constitution to be as follows - "Every member shall be bound to further, to the best of his ability, the objects, interests, and influence of the Company and shall observe all regulations, policies and procedures of the Company made by the Board of Trustees for the regulation and management of the affairs of the Company." - and it is important to note that the Members' participation is also a pre-requisite for all annual general meetings and extraordinary general meetings held by SMU. In addition, the approval of the Members is also required for any changes to SMU's Constitution.

Members of SMU: Mr Piyush Gupta, Mr Lim Chee Onn, Mr Chia Chee Ming Timothy, Ms Chong Yiun Lin

Honorary Degree Recipients

SMU confers honorary degrees on exceptional individuals who have excelled in their fields and made outstanding contributions to their nation, society, or the global community.

Executive Summary Reports of the Board of Trustees Meetings

Access executive summary reports from SMU Board of Trustees meetings, published as downloadable  PDFs for convenient viewing.

SMU Annual Report to Stakeholders

Read all about a year of progress and success at SMU. The concise review is divided into sections on SMU’s transformative education, impactful research and role as a city university, together with a Sustainability Report and Financial Review. 

Browse through the AY 2024/2025 edition or download a past edition to read offline.

Leadership Profile

Patrick Lau

Vice President, Professional & Continuing Education

EDUCATION

2004Master in Public Administration (Merit)         
Australian National University 
1993BA Honours (Second Upper)
National University of Singapore 

Experience

2024 – 2026Civil Service College, Singapore
Assistant Chief Executive (Enterprise Technology Group) & Chief Digital Strategy Officer
2017 – 2024Civil Service College, Singapore
Assistant Chief Executive (Strategy & Transformation)
2013 – 2019Civil Service College, Singapore
Institute Director (Institute of Public Admin & Management)
2001 – 2013SCORE (now Yellow Ribbon Singapore)
Chief Operating Officer
1999 – 2001Ezyhealth Asia Pacific Ltd
Marketing Director
1998 – 1999Xpress Print Pte Ltd
General Manager
1997 – 1998Civil Aviation Authority of Singapore (CAAS)
Airport Manager
1994 – 1997Singapore Press Holdings (SPH)
Assistant Sales Manager
1993 – 1994Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA)
Town Planner
SMU Industry Leaders Virtual Dialogue featuring Mr Chartsiri Sophonpanich

SMU Industry Leaders Virtual Dialogue featuring Mr Chartsiri Sophonpanich

Chartsiri Sophonpanich was the Leadership Perspectives speaker at the SMU Industry Leaders Virtual Dialogue on 16 July 2020, where he shared his belief that working capital will help SMEs recover and restart the economy. He is President of Bangkok Bank and Chair of SMU IAC Thailand.

SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue features Indonesia’s Minister of Education and Culture Mr Nadiem Makarim who shares his vision and plans for higher education in Indonesia

SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue features Indonesia’s Minister of Education and Culture Mr Nadiem Makarim who shares his vision and plans for higher education in Indonesia

Singapore, 1 October 2020 (Thursday) – Singapore Management University (SMU) welcomed Mr Nadiem Makarim, Minister of Education and Culture of the Republic of Indonesia, as the keynote speaker at its Industry Leaders Dialogue today.

Keeping Thailand going amid the COVID-19 storm

Keeping Thailand going amid the COVID-19 storm

At the end of June, the Bank of Thailand (BOT) forecast an 8.1 percent GDP contraction for 2020, following the central bank’s earlier prediction of a 5.3 percent drop. COVID-19 has hit the country hard, with the World Bank expecting the Thai economy to take “more than two years to return to pre-COVID-19 GDP output levels”.

Vietnam: Growing beyond a state-planned economy

Vietnam: Growing beyond a state-planned economy

The world’s emerging manufacturing hub wants to double its private sector to 40 percent of the economy by end-2021. VinaCapital’s CEO Don Lam is part of a team that’s helping to make that happen Vietnam’s economy has been a star performer for the past few years, especially since the private sector was officially acknowledged as a key economic component by the Communist Party of Vietnam (CPV) at the 12th National Congress in 2016. With a three-year average growth rate just shy of seven percent, things are looking up.

The road ahead for global supply chains

The road ahead for global supply chains

The “Rules of origin” section of the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) website starts with a paragraph that begins thus: “Determining where a product comes from is no longer easy when raw materials and parts criss-cross the globe to be used as inputs in scattered manufacturing plants”.

Leading in the time of COVID-19

Leading in the time of COVID-19

Jaime Augusto Zobel de Ayala has always planned long-term as the Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Ayala Corporation, one of the Philippines’ largest and oldest conglomerates. With interests in multiple industries that run the gamut from retail to renewable energy, Ayala was always looking well into the future.

SMU Industry Leaders Virtual Dialogue featuring Dr Victor Fung

SMU Industry Leaders Virtual Dialogue featuring Dr Victor Fung

Dr Victor Fung was the Leadership Perspectives speaker at the SMU Industry Leaders Virtual Dialogue held on 26 May 2020 where he shared his insights on navigating turbulence at the helm. He is the Group Chairman of Fung Group and Chair of SMU International Advisory Council (IAC) China.

MBA Study Mission to Bangkok

MBA Study Mission to Bangkok

44 MBA students were hosted by some IAC Thailand members to learn about the nuances of business and management practices in Thailand, along with sustainability policies, efforts and practices.

Artificial Intelligence, Real Impact

Artificial Intelligence, Real Impact

In a recently published report on Artificial Intelligence (AI) by MIT and Boston Consulting Group, 45 percent of business leaders interviewed expressed belief that AI posed a strategic risk to their business, up from 37 percent in 2017.

Market Validation Strategies For Start-ups

Market Validation Strategies For Start-ups

SMU's Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) and the University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City (UEH) jointly launched the UEH Institute of Innovation (UII), which is located within the UEH campus, to connect and support new start-ups based in Singapore and Vietnam.

A New Era In Global Trade Actions: Recalibrating Economic Directions And Priorities

A New Era In Global Trade Actions: Recalibrating Economic Directions And Priorities

Despite escalating tariff disputes between China and the US, the sentiment at the Dialogue on China’s economic outlook remained optimistic, with discussions focused largely on opportunities in the horizon for Chinese businesses.

Cities In Development: Have They Delivered Their Promises?

Cities In Development: Have They Delivered Their Promises?

Jointly organised by SMU and Ayala Corporation, the SMU-Ayala Industry Leaders Dialogue turned a spotlight on the current opportunities and dilemmas that beset developing cities.

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Indonesia & SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Indonesia & SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue

SMU launched its International Advisory Council in Indonesia to establish, strengthen and deepen SMU’s collaboration and engagement with the government, academic and business communities in Indonesia.

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Thailand & SMU-Bangkok Bank Industry Leaders Dialogue

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Thailand & SMU-Bangkok Bank Industry Leaders Dialogue

SMU launched its International Advisory Council in Thailand to establish, strengthen and deepen SMU’s collaboration and engagement with the government, academic and business communities in Thailand.

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council China & SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council China & SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue

SMU launched its International Advisory Council in China to establish, strengthen and deepen SMU’s collaboration and engagement with the government, academic and business communities in the country.

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Vietnam & SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Vietnam & SMU Industry Leaders Dialogue

SMU launched its International Advisory Council in Vietnam to establish, strengthen and deepen SMU’s collaboration and engagement with the government, academic and business communities in the country.

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Philippines & SMU-Ayala Industry Leaders Dialogue

Launch of SMU International Advisory Council in Philippines & SMU-Ayala Industry Leaders Dialogue

In conjunction with the launch of the SMU International Advisory Council Philippines, the inaugural SMU-Ayala Industry Leaders Dialogue tackled issues on disruption pertaining to the future economy, its impact on jobs and education, and business management strategy.

Updated 7 April 2026

The Retail Team from OCIS-Leasing Business aims to infuse vibrancy and exuberance into the F&B/Retail mix on campus while meeting the needs of the student and staff community by optimising the use of limited commercial space. Since 2018, the priorities have been to align with SMU’s Vision by offering a more inclusive food selection, providing greater variety, maintaining reasonable price points, and ensuring convenience.

Muslim Owned and Halal Options

F&B Outlets

Of all the F&B outlets on campus, there is a variety of Halal-certified / Muslim-friendly options. Please refer to F&B Listing for the updated list.

  1. TripletS by Bakery Cuisine (Halal certified)
  2. Subway (Halal certified)
  3. 1983 A Taste of Nanyang (Halal certified)
  4. Open Kitchen by Prata Alley (Muslim Owned)
  5. Indo Express Punggol (Halal Certified)
  6. Snappy Bowls (Halal Certified)
*Once the final stage is cleared with no outstanding from MUIS, the tenant will be issued a certificate.

Vending Machines

  1. Hotbakes 24/7 (Halal certified) x 3 : Level 1 LKS, Level 1 LKCSB, Level 3 YPHSOL
  2. Saybons (Halal certified) x 2 : Level 1 SOSS, Level 3 YPHSOL
  3. JR Vending (Halal certified) : Level 1 LKCSB
  4. Shakesalad (Halal certified) at Level 1 SOSS and Level 3 YPHSOL (2 locations). 
    (*note that only housebrands are Halal certified, Japanese jellies/dessert are not)
  5. EMeals by Taste Asia (Halal certified) x 3 : B1 SCIS 1, Level 1 LKS and Level 2 YPHSOL

Non-meat or Vegetarian Options

To ensure inclusivity, we have encouraged all tenants, especially new tenants, to include non-meat or vegetarian options in their offerings since mid-2022. 

(**Exclusion depends on the menu of tenants i.e. whether it fits the tenants’ food offering.  For example, it’s not possible with Ban Mian because the stock is meat based.) 

As of 1 March 2024, of the 30 outlets on campus, we have 16 of them providing such options (not including the operators in Koufu). Please refer to F&B Listing for the updated list.

F&B outlets with vegetarian options available have started to display Tent cards with the “Vegetarian Option” logo.

Healthy Food

All the F&B outlets on campus must participate in the Health Promotion Board’s Healthier Dining Programme by providing and promoting healthier food and beverage options.

Affordability

F&B outlets are aware and are regularly reminded to keep their menu offerings affordable. All outlets are encouraged to offer at least 1 ‘Value Meal’ to SMU students and uniformed service providers.

In Koufu, each stall has a ‘Value Meal’ priced at $3.80 per serving. When ordering, student matriculation cards and IDs of the service providers could be required for verification purposes.

Sustainability: Eco-friendly cutlery, disposable and Waste Management

All F&B outlets are required to:

  1. Commit to eco-friendly and green initiatives including the use of eco-friendly cutlery and crockery; bio-degradable items and non-use of disposables for dine in.  
  2. Not issue plastic bags as carriers. Only eco-friendly/biodegradable carriers are permitted.
  3. Not issue plastic straws.
  4. Implement a BYO (Bring Your Own) initiative to encourage customers to bring their own containers for their purchases.
  5. Dispose of all food waste in the campus waste digesters for treatment.

On Waste Management, in addition to NEA’s Nationwide enforcement on diners to return trays and clean table litter, since October 2023, SMU has gone further by encouraging diners at Koufu and SMU Connexion to segregate their food waste and dispose of it only in the designated food-waste bins.

Leadership Profile

Sundaravadivelan Selvam

Vice President, Campus Infrastructure and Services

Work Experience

2017 to Present

 

Singapore Management University
Vice President, Office of Campus Infrastructure and Services

 

2015 to 2017

 

Singapore Management University
Director, Office of Campus Development

 

1997 to 2014

 

Gammon Construction Ltd, Singapore
Project Engineer ~ Project Director

 

1995 to 1997

 

Sumitomo Construction Ltd, Singapore
Project Engineer

 

1987 to 1995

 

RANS Constructions, India
Entrepreneur/ Managing Partner

 

Education

1985

 

Annamalai University, India
Bachelor of Civil Engineering

 

Industry Membership / Affiliations 

1997 to Present

 

The Institution of Engineers, Singapore
Member

 

2025 to 2027

 

KINDS Family, Singapore
Executive Committee Member

 

2023 to 2025

 

KINDS Family, Singapore
President

 

2013 to 2021

 

KINDS Family, Singapore
Executive Committee Member

 

2013 to 2015

 

KINDS Family, Singapore
Secretary

 

2015 to 2017

 

Annamalai University Alumni Association (Singapore Chapter)
President

 

2011 to 2023

 

Annamalai University Alumni Association (Singapore Chapter)
Executive Committee Member

 
Lau Kai Cheong

LAU Kai Cheong

Chief Information Officer and Vice President, Integrated Information Technology Services

Work Experience

2010 to PresentSingapore Management University
Chief Information Officer
2006 to 2010Nanyang Technological University
Chief Information Officer
1996 to 2006National Library Board
Director Infocomm
1995 to 1996National Computer Board
IT Consultant, Government Chief Information Office
1993 to 1995Information Communication Institute of Singapore
Course Manager
1991 to 1993Information Communication Institute of Singapore
Member of Faculty
1986 to 1990National Computer Board
Systems and Network Manager, Information Technology Institute

Education

1998National University of Singapore
Master of Technology in Software Engineering
1990Information Communication Institute of Singapore
Postgraduate Diploma in Telecommunications Software with Specialisation in 
Data Communications and Networking
1986Institute of Systems Science, National University of Singapore
Postgraduate Diploma in Systems Analysis
1985National University of Singapore
Bachelor of Business Administration

Industry Membership / Affiliations 

2015 to PresentIHL CIO Forum
Chairman
2017 to PresentITMA
Member

Awards & Achievements 

2021

The Public Medal Administration (Silver)

Singapore Management University
Long Service Award (10-year)

1989National Computer Board
The NCB Award
1988National Computer Board
Professionalism Award, Information Technology Institute
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