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Programmes for 2026

"Self"

16 September 2026Pitch It Like You Mean It: Pitching Yourself, Your Ideas and Your Impact (Open Call) by SUTW Impact Consulting
20 March 2026Pause, Breathe, Excel: Mindfulness for Academic Success (Open Call) by Mindfulness Meditation
13 March 2026Effective Habit Systems for Growth That Lasts and Aligns with Who You Are by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU-SMC
23 January 2026Knowing Yourself Better: Strengthening Self-Awareness for Growth by IntelliCoach for SMU-SMC

“Self and Others”

4 September 2026Conflict Resolution I by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
12 August 2026                        LKCSB Leadership Training by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
27 February 2026Fostering Belonging & Connection Among Peers by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
11 February 2026                               From Clash to Collaboration: Resolving Difficult Situations with Confidence (Open Call) by SUTW Impact Consulting
23 January 2026                            Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for Odyssey
23 January and 27 February 2026Supporting Peers using CBT Techniques I & II by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
17 January 2026From Conflict to Connection: Relationship Management Skills by IntelliCoach for SMUX ExCos
8 January 2026LKCSB Leadership Training by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs

“Self and Community"

9 to 13 June 2026SMU Pathfinders Change Agents Immersion Programme 2026
30 January to 1 February 2026SMU Pathfinders X TREBLE: Overseas Leadership Camp 2026

Programmes for 2025

"Self"

23 October 2025Crafting Lasting Impressions: Mastering Executive Presence by IntelliCoach (Open Call)
17 September 2025Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
5 and 26 September 2025Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths for Peer Helpers by IntelliCoach
5 February 2025Executive Presence & Gravitas: How to Speak So People Will Listen to You by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

17 October 2025Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey
17 October 2025Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success for SMU-SMC by SUTW Impact Consulting
8 October 2025Release Your Unique Strengths for SACLIP by IntelliCoach
5 and 26 September 2025Conflict Resolution for Peer Helpers by SUTW Impact Consulting
29 August 2025Enhancing Individual & Team Effectiveness for Peer Helpers by SUTW Impact Consulting
23 August 20255 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others for Peer Helpers Committee by SUTW Impact Consulting
5 and 6 May 2025BONDUE Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach
11 March 2025Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking and Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU-SMC
21 and 28 February 2025Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Training by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
19 Feb 2025Influence Without Authority (Open Call) by IntelliCoach
24 January 2025Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey

“Self and Comunity"

6 to 13 December 2025SMU Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme 2025
4 to 10 August 202513th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2025
24 to 28 July 2025SMU Pathfinders Change Agents Immersion Programme 2025

Programmes for 2024

"Self"

8 November 2024Crafting Your Story: Strategies for Creating a Personal Brand That Stands Out by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
20 March 2024Nurturing Self-Esteem: Embrace Yourself! by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
8 February 2024    Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

12 December 2024Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for LKYGBPC Student Leaders
9 December 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for LKYGBPC Student Leaders
25 October 2024Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for The Mentoring Circle
9 October 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for Student Association Council
20 September and 4 October 2024Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
20 September 2024Conflict Resolution (Beginner) by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
4 September 2024How to Communicate Assertively with Others by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
30 August and 6 September 2024Conflict Resolution (Intermediate) by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
30 August and 6 September 2024Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
29 August 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Sustainable Investments Club
20 July 2024Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness by SUTW Impact Consulting for EYE Investment Club
14 June 2024Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for Bondue
10 May 2024Self-Leadership: Mindset and Skillset by IntelliCoach for Bondue
4 May 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for ASMU
2 and 3 May 2024LKCSB Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
16 and 23 February 2024Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Training by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
12 January 2024Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey

“Self and Community”

10 to 17 December 2024SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme
9 October 2024Why Shop When You Can Swap? by Swapaholic (Open Call)
4 to 11 August 202412th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2024

Programmes for 2023

"Self"

18 October 2023Stop Hindering your Personal Success by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
21 August 2023Developing Habits that Stick by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
3 February 2023Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
17 January 2023Unstuck Yourself - Moving Ahead with your Aspiration by Bold At Work (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

27 October 2023Succeed with your Strengths by IntelliCoach for The Mentoring Circle (TMC)
5 October 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for Student Association Council (SAC)
9 September 2023Project Management Workshop by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 and 15 September 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 September 2023Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
25 August and 1 September 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
15 July 2023Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness by SUTW Impact Consulting (EYE Investment Club)
18 May 2023Release your Unique Career Strengths (Open Call)
9 May 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE)
6 May 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps (ASMU)
2 and 3 May 2023LKCSB Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
16 March 2023Managing Difficult People (and Yourself) by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
10 and 17 February 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers

“Self and Community”

6 to 13 December 2023SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme 2023
31 July to 6 August 202311th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2023

Programmes for 2022

"Self"

3 November 2022Turning Imposter Syndrome into Self-Confidence by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
3 October 2022Release your Unique Career Strengths by IntelliCoach (Collaboration with Student Success Centre x Open Call)
26 August 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
24 August 2022Enhance your Emotional Armour with Resilience by IntelliCoach (Open Call)
5 August 2022Values Conversation by IntelliCoach for Global Impact Scholars (GISA)
17 July 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU Merit Scholars
16 July 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Lee Kong Chian Scholars Programme (LKCSP)
18 March 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
25 January 2022Developing Habits that Stick by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

21 October 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
9 September & 16 September 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 & 10 August 2022LKCSB Student Clubs Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach
23 July 20225 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers EXCO Committee
7 May 2022Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
4 May 2022Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE)
18 & 25 February 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
28 January & 4 February 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers

“Self and Community”

7 - 14 December 2022SMU Sustainability Changemakers Programme

Programmes for 2021

"Self"

15, 16 December 2021Find your Ikigai by Growthbeans
11 August 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for Lee Kong Chian Scholars Programme (LKCSP) Scholars
26 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for Global Impact Scholars (GISA)
19 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Merit Scholars
17 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
15 June 2021The Power of Emotional Intelligence by Growthbeans (Open Call)
1 April 2021The Bedrock of a Purposeful Life by SUTW (Open Call)
3 March 2021Self-Leadership: Mindset and Skillset by IntelliCoach (Open Call) 
15 January 2021HABIT SYSTEMS: Goal-Setting That Actually Works…for YOU! workshop by SUTW (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

5 October 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership by SUTW for Prinsep Street Residences (PSR)
3 October 2021Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for International Connection (ICON)
29 September 2021Negotiate with Influence by HHHolistic (Open Call)
3 August 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW for Peer Helpers EXCO Committee
29 May 2021Release your Unique Career Strengths by IntelliCoach (Collaboration with Centre for Scholars Development)
22 May 2021Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
12 March 2021Conflict Resolution by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers in 2021
30 January 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW for SMU Ambassadors
23 January 2021The Art & Skill of Leadership by intelliCoach for Prinsep Street Residents (Open Call)
8 January 2021The Art & Skill of Leadership by IntelliCoach for Prinsep Street Residential Seniors

“Self and Community”

31 May - 4 June, 
7 June - 11 June 2021		Virtual Cross-cultural Immersion Programme (SMU x CCC) by HHHolistic 

Programmes for 2020

“Self and Team”

26 December 2020Managing "Difficult" People & Situations for SMU Peer Helpers
6 October 2020Managing Difficult People (and yourself) workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
22 August 2020Saying what I mean without hurting others: Assertive communication and feedback strategies by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
7 February 2020Building a Culture of Dignity Workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
11 January 2020SMU C4SR Values Bedrock Challenge by SUTW for SMU CSP Leaders

Programmes for 2019

"Self"

20 September 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
15 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for LKCSP Scholars
2 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for PSR Seniors (Train the trainer session)
15 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for GIS Scholars
17 July 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Merit Scholars
30 April 2019Visioning & Goal- Setting Session, with Design Thinking workshop by SUTW for ASMU Parents Day Kick-off
1 March 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Ambassadorial Corps

“Self and Team”

9 December 2019Enhancing Individual and Team Effectiveness Workshop by Growthbeans for the executive committees of SMUXtremists, SMU Sailing Club, SMU Sports Union, SMU Climb Team, SMU Rugby Team and Peer Helpers Coordinators
26 October 2019Enhancing Individual and Team Effectiveness Workshop by Growthbeans for the executive committees of Arts & Cultural Fraternity, Special Interest & Community Services, Peer Helpers Coordinators and SMU student ambassadors
25 October 2019Managing Difficult People (and yourself) workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
13 September 2019Perspective taking and negotiation workshop by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
6 September 2019The Power of Listening Workshop by Growthbeans (Open Call)
3 August – 7 September 2019Establishing and maintaining authentic relationships workshops by Dale Carnegie Singapore for GIS Scholars and Prinsep Street Residents
6 May 2019Empathy Training & Values-in-Action Field Exercise by SUTW for SMU CSP Leaders

Programmes for 2025

"Self"

23 October 2025Crafting Lasting Impressions: Mastering Executive Presence by IntelliCoach (Open Call)
17 September 2025Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
5 and 26 September 2025Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths for Peer Helpers by IntelliCoach
5 February 2025Executive Presence & Gravitas: How to Speak So People Will Listen to You by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

17 October 2025Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey
17 October 2025Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success for SMU-SMC by SUTW Impact Consulting
8 October 2025Release Your Unique Strengths for SACLIP by IntelliCoach
5 and 26 September 2025Conflict Resolution for Peer Helpers by SUTW Impact Consulting
29 August 2025Enhancing Individual & Team Effectiveness for Peer Helpers by SUTW Impact Consulting
23 August 20255 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others for Peer Helpers Committee by SUTW Impact Consulting
5 and 6 May 2025BONDUE Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach
11 March 2025Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking and Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU-SMC
21 and 28 February 2025Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Training by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
19 Feb 2025Influence Without Authority (Open Call) by IntelliCoach
24 January 2025Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey

“Self and Comunity"

6 to 13 December 2025SMU Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme 2025
4 to 10 August 202513th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2025
24 to 28 July 2025SMU Pathfinders Change Agents Immersion Programme 2025

Programmes for 2024

"Self"

8 November 2024Crafting Your Story: Strategies for Creating a Personal Brand That Stands Out by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
20 March 2024Nurturing Self-Esteem: Embrace Yourself! by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
8 February 2024    Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

12 December 2024Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for LKYGBPC Student Leaders
9 December 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for LKYGBPC Student Leaders
25 October 2024Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for The Mentoring Circle
9 October 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for Student Association Council
20 September and 4 October 2024Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
20 September 2024Conflict Resolution (Beginner) by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
4 September 2024How to Communicate Assertively with Others by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
30 August and 6 September 2024Conflict Resolution (Intermediate) by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
30 August and 6 September 2024Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
29 August 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Sustainable Investments Club
20 July 2024Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness by SUTW Impact Consulting for EYE Investment Club
14 June 2024Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for Bondue
10 May 2024Self-Leadership: Mindset and Skillset by IntelliCoach for Bondue
4 May 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for ASMU
2 and 3 May 2024LKCSB Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
16 and 23 February 2024Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Training by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
12 January 2024Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey

“Self and Community”

10 to 17 December 2024SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme
9 October 2024Why Shop When You Can Swap? by Swapaholic (Open Call)
4 to 11 August 202412th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2024

Programmes for 2023

"Self"

18 October 2023Stop Hindering your Personal Success by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
21 August 2023Developing Habits that Stick by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
3 February 2023Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
17 January 2023Unstuck Yourself - Moving Ahead with your Aspiration by Bold At Work (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

27 October 2023Succeed with your Strengths by IntelliCoach for The Mentoring Circle (TMC)
5 October 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for Student Association Council (SAC)
9 September 2023Project Management Workshop by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 and 15 September 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 September 2023Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
25 August and 1 September 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
15 July 2023Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness by SUTW Impact Consulting (EYE Investment Club)
18 May 2023Release your Unique Career Strengths (Open Call)
9 May 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE)
6 May 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps (ASMU)
2 and 3 May 2023LKCSB Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
16 March 2023Managing Difficult People (and Yourself) by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
10 and 17 February 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers

“Self and Community”

6 to 13 December 2023SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme 2023
31 July to 6 August 202311th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2023

Programmes for 2022

"Self"

3 November 2022Turning Imposter Syndrome into Self-Confidence by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
3 October 2022Release your Unique Career Strengths by IntelliCoach (Collaboration with Student Success Centre x Open Call)
26 August 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
24 August 2022Enhance your Emotional Armour with Resilience by IntelliCoach (Open Call)
5 August 2022Values Conversation by IntelliCoach for Global Impact Scholars (GISA)
17 July 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU Merit Scholars
16 July 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Lee Kong Chian Scholars Programme (LKCSP)
18 March 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
25 January 2022Developing Habits that Stick by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

21 October 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
9 September & 16 September 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 & 10 August 2022LKCSB Student Clubs Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach
23 July 20225 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers EXCO Committee
7 May 2022Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
4 May 2022Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE)
18 & 25 February 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
28 January & 4 February 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers

“Self and Community”

7 - 14 December 2022SMU Sustainability Changemakers Programme

Programmes for 2021

"Self"

15, 16 December 2021Find your Ikigai by Growthbeans
11 August 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for Lee Kong Chian Scholars Programme (LKCSP) Scholars
26 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for Global Impact Scholars (GISA)
19 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Merit Scholars
17 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
15 June 2021The Power of Emotional Intelligence by Growthbeans (Open Call)
1 April 2021The Bedrock of a Purposeful Life by SUTW (Open Call)
3 March 2021Self-Leadership: Mindset and Skillset by IntelliCoach (Open Call) 
15 January 2021HABIT SYSTEMS: Goal-Setting That Actually Works…for YOU! workshop by SUTW (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

5 October 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership by SUTW for Prinsep Street Residences (PSR)
3 October 2021Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for International Connection (ICON)
29 September 2021Negotiate with Influence by HHHolistic (Open Call)
3 August 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW for Peer Helpers EXCO Committee
29 May 2021Release your Unique Career Strengths by IntelliCoach (Collaboration with Centre for Scholars Development)
22 May 2021Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
12 March 2021Conflict Resolution by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers in 2021
30 January 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW for SMU Ambassadors
23 January 2021The Art & Skill of Leadership by intelliCoach for Prinsep Street Residents (Open Call)
8 January 2021The Art & Skill of Leadership by IntelliCoach for Prinsep Street Residential Seniors

“Self and Community”

31 May - 4 June, 
7 June - 11 June 2021		Virtual Cross-cultural Immersion Programme (SMU x CCC) by HHHolistic 

Programmes for 2020

“Self and Team”

26 December 2020Managing "Difficult" People & Situations for SMU Peer Helpers
6 October 2020Managing Difficult People (and yourself) workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
22 August 2020Saying what I mean without hurting others: Assertive communication and feedback strategies by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
7 February 2020Building a Culture of Dignity Workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
11 January 2020SMU C4SR Values Bedrock Challenge by SUTW for SMU CSP Leaders

Programmes for 2019

"Self"

20 September 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
15 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for LKCSP Scholars
2 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for PSR Seniors (Train the trainer session)
15 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for GIS Scholars
17 July 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Merit Scholars
30 April 2019Visioning & Goal- Setting Session, with Design Thinking workshop by SUTW for ASMU Parents Day Kick-off
1 March 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Ambassadorial Corps

“Self and Team”

9 December 2019Enhancing Individual and Team Effectiveness Workshop by Growthbeans for the executive committees of SMUXtremists, SMU Sailing Club, SMU Sports Union, SMU Climb Team, SMU Rugby Team and Peer Helpers Coordinators
26 October 2019Enhancing Individual and Team Effectiveness Workshop by Growthbeans for the executive committees of Arts & Cultural Fraternity, Special Interest & Community Services, Peer Helpers Coordinators and SMU student ambassadors
25 October 2019Managing Difficult People (and yourself) workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
13 September 2019Perspective taking and negotiation workshop by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
6 September 2019The Power of Listening Workshop by Growthbeans (Open Call)
3 August – 7 September 2019Establishing and maintaining authentic relationships workshops by Dale Carnegie Singapore for GIS Scholars and Prinsep Street Residents
6 May 2019Empathy Training & Values-in-Action Field Exercise by SUTW for SMU CSP Leaders

Programmes for 2025

"Self"

23 October 2025Crafting Lasting Impressions: Mastering Executive Presence by IntelliCoach (Open Call)
17 September 2025Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
5 and 26 September 2025Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths for Peer Helpers by IntelliCoach
5 February 2025Executive Presence & Gravitas: How to Speak So People Will Listen to You by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

17 October 2025Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey
17 October 2025Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success for SMU-SMC by SUTW Impact Consulting
8 October 2025Release Your Unique Strengths for SACLIP by IntelliCoach
5 and 26 September 2025Conflict Resolution for Peer Helpers by SUTW Impact Consulting
29 August 2025Enhancing Individual & Team Effectiveness for Peer Helpers by SUTW Impact Consulting
23 August 20255 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others for Peer Helpers Committee by SUTW Impact Consulting
5 and 6 May 2025BONDUE Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach
11 March 2025Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking and Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU-SMC
21 and 28 February 2025Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Training by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
19 Feb 2025Influence Without Authority (Open Call) by IntelliCoach
24 January 2025Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey

“Self and Comunity"

6 to 13 December 2025SMU Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme 2025
4 to 10 August 202513th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2025
24 to 28 July 2025SMU Pathfinders Change Agents Immersion Programme 2025

Programmes for 2024

"Self"

8 November 2024Crafting Your Story: Strategies for Creating a Personal Brand That Stands Out by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
20 March 2024Nurturing Self-Esteem: Embrace Yourself! by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
8 February 2024    Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

12 December 2024Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for LKYGBPC Student Leaders
9 December 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for LKYGBPC Student Leaders
25 October 2024Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for The Mentoring Circle
9 October 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for Student Association Council
20 September and 4 October 2024Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
20 September 2024Conflict Resolution (Beginner) by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
4 September 2024How to Communicate Assertively with Others by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
30 August and 6 September 2024Conflict Resolution (Intermediate) by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
30 August and 6 September 2024Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
29 August 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Sustainable Investments Club
20 July 2024Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness by SUTW Impact Consulting for EYE Investment Club
14 June 2024Crafting Connections: Mastering Networking & Branding for Success by SUTW Impact Consulting for Bondue
10 May 2024Self-Leadership: Mindset and Skillset by IntelliCoach for Bondue
4 May 2024Release Your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for ASMU
2 and 3 May 2024LKCSB Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
16 and 23 February 2024Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) Training by Ser Mu Ying for Peer Helpers 
12 January 2024Amplify Your Unique Strengths for a Stronger Odyssey by IntelliCoach for Odyssey

“Self and Community”

10 to 17 December 2024SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme
9 October 2024Why Shop When You Can Swap? by Swapaholic (Open Call)
4 to 11 August 202412th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2024

Programmes for 2023

"Self"

18 October 2023Stop Hindering your Personal Success by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
21 August 2023Developing Habits that Stick by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
3 February 2023Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
17 January 2023Unstuck Yourself - Moving Ahead with your Aspiration by Bold At Work (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

27 October 2023Succeed with your Strengths by IntelliCoach for The Mentoring Circle (TMC)
5 October 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for Student Association Council (SAC)
9 September 2023Project Management Workshop by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 and 15 September 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 September 2023Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
25 August and 1 September 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
15 July 2023Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness by SUTW Impact Consulting (EYE Investment Club)
18 May 2023Release your Unique Career Strengths (Open Call)
9 May 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE)
6 May 2023Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps (ASMU)
2 and 3 May 2023LKCSB Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach for LKCSB Student Clubs
16 March 2023Managing Difficult People (and Yourself) by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
10 and 17 February 2023Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers

“Self and Community”

6 to 13 December 2023SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme 2023
31 July to 6 August 202311th University Scholars Leadership Symposium 2023

Programmes for 2022

"Self"

3 November 2022Turning Imposter Syndrome into Self-Confidence by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)
3 October 2022Release your Unique Career Strengths by IntelliCoach (Collaboration with Student Success Centre x Open Call)
26 August 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
24 August 2022Enhance your Emotional Armour with Resilience by IntelliCoach (Open Call)
5 August 2022Values Conversation by IntelliCoach for Global Impact Scholars (GISA)
17 July 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for SMU Merit Scholars
16 July 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Lee Kong Chian Scholars Programme (LKCSP)
18 March 2022Values Conversation by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers
25 January 2022Developing Habits that Stick by SUTW Impact Consulting (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

21 October 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Beginner) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
9 September & 16 September 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths (Intermediate) by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
8 & 10 August 2022LKCSB Student Clubs Leadership Training Programme by IntelliCoach
23 July 20225 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW Impact Consulting for Peer Helpers EXCO Committee
7 May 2022Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
4 May 2022Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE)
18 & 25 February 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers
28 January & 4 February 2022Build Emotional Resilience with Strengths by IntelliCoach for Peer Helpers

“Self and Community”

7 - 14 December 2022SMU Sustainability Changemakers Programme

Programmes for 2021

"Self"

15, 16 December 2021Find your Ikigai by Growthbeans
11 August 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for Lee Kong Chian Scholars Programme (LKCSP) Scholars
26 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for Global Impact Scholars (GISA)
19 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Merit Scholars
17 July 2021Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
15 June 2021The Power of Emotional Intelligence by Growthbeans (Open Call)
1 April 2021The Bedrock of a Purposeful Life by SUTW (Open Call)
3 March 2021Self-Leadership: Mindset and Skillset by IntelliCoach (Open Call) 
15 January 2021HABIT SYSTEMS: Goal-Setting That Actually Works…for YOU! workshop by SUTW (Open Call)

“Self and Others”

5 October 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership by SUTW for Prinsep Street Residences (PSR)
3 October 2021Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for International Connection (ICON)
29 September 2021Negotiate with Influence by HHHolistic (Open Call)
3 August 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW for Peer Helpers EXCO Committee
29 May 2021Release your Unique Career Strengths by IntelliCoach (Collaboration with Centre for Scholars Development)
22 May 2021Release your Unique Strengths by IntelliCoach for SMU Ambassadorial Corps
12 March 2021Conflict Resolution by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers in 2021
30 January 20215 Practices of Exemplary Leadership: Understanding Self and Others workshop by SUTW for SMU Ambassadors
23 January 2021The Art & Skill of Leadership by intelliCoach for Prinsep Street Residents (Open Call)
8 January 2021The Art & Skill of Leadership by IntelliCoach for Prinsep Street Residential Seniors

“Self and Community”

31 May - 4 June, 
7 June - 11 June 2021		Virtual Cross-cultural Immersion Programme (SMU x CCC) by HHHolistic 

Programmes for 2020

“Self and Team”

26 December 2020Managing "Difficult" People & Situations for SMU Peer Helpers
6 October 2020Managing Difficult People (and yourself) workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
22 August 2020Saying what I mean without hurting others: Assertive communication and feedback strategies by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
7 February 2020Building a Culture of Dignity Workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
11 January 2020SMU C4SR Values Bedrock Challenge by SUTW for SMU CSP Leaders

Programmes for 2019

"Self"

20 September 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
15 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for LKCSP Scholars
2 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for PSR Seniors (Train the trainer session)
15 August 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for GIS Scholars
17 July 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Merit Scholars
30 April 2019Visioning & Goal- Setting Session, with Design Thinking workshop by SUTW for ASMU Parents Day Kick-off
1 March 2019Values Conversation by SUTW for SMU Ambassadorial Corps

“Self and Team”

9 December 2019Enhancing Individual and Team Effectiveness Workshop by Growthbeans for the executive committees of SMUXtremists, SMU Sailing Club, SMU Sports Union, SMU Climb Team, SMU Rugby Team and Peer Helpers Coordinators
26 October 2019Enhancing Individual and Team Effectiveness Workshop by Growthbeans for the executive committees of Arts & Cultural Fraternity, Special Interest & Community Services, Peer Helpers Coordinators and SMU student ambassadors
25 October 2019Managing Difficult People (and yourself) workshop by SUTW (Open Call)
13 September 2019Perspective taking and negotiation workshop by SUTW for SMU Peer Helpers
6 September 2019The Power of Listening Workshop by Growthbeans (Open Call)
3 August – 7 September 2019Establishing and maintaining authentic relationships workshops by Dale Carnegie Singapore for GIS Scholars and Prinsep Street Residents
6 May 2019Empathy Training & Values-in-Action Field Exercise by SUTW for SMU CSP Leaders

Aligned to the SCM, the SMU Pathfinders Programme is designed with three key levels of leadership development in mind: the individual (“Self”), the group (“Self and Team”), and the community(“Self and Community”). The individual component of the model is primarily focused on the personal qualities that are being fostered in each student, the group component focuses on collaboration between the individual and the group, and the community component focuses on bringing about positive social change for the common good. Within the three levels of the leadership development, there are 7 values (also known as the 7C’s of leadership) that are necessary to create positive social change. They are: consciousness of self, congruence, commitment, collaboration, common purpose, controversy with civility and citizenship.

Reference

Higher Education Research Institute, UCLA. (1996). A Social Change Model of Leadership Guidebook (3rd ed.). Los Angeles.

The Pathfinders Programme is underpinned by the Social Change Model of Leadership Development (SCM) (A Social Change Model of Leadership Guidebook, 1996). The SCM’s two primary goals are:

  1. To enhance student learning and development and more specifically, to develop in each student participant greater:
    • Self-knowledge: understanding of one’s talents, values, and interests, especially as these relate to the student’s capacity to provide effective leadership.
    • Leadership competence: the capacity to mobilise oneself and others to serve and to work collaboratively.
      To facilitate positive social change at the institution or in the community.

The SCM incorporates the following key assumptions with regard to leadership development:

  1. Leadership is a process rather than a position.
  2. All students are potential leaders.
  3. Leadership should be values-based.
  4. Leadership is collaborative.
  5. Leadership is concerned with effecting change on behalf of others and society.
  6. Service is a powerful vehicle for developing students’ leadership skills.
     

Reference

Higher Education Research Institute, UCLA. (1996). A Social Change Model of Leadership Guidebook (3rd ed.). Los Angeles.

The SMU Pathfinders Programme was launched on 18th August 2017 with the generous donation from Mr Kuok Khoon Ean. The Programme is aligned to SMU’s Vision 2025 of delivering a transformative education that enables our students to become leaders of tomorrow who effect positive change in the world. The SMU Pathfinders Programme is a student development Programme that comprises a series of curated experiential platforms focusing on the three inter-related domains of the “Self”, “Self and Team” and “Self and the Community”. Conducted both internally by trained SMU staff and by external vendors, the Pathfinders workshops aim to provide additional learning platforms beyond those currently offered to students. Students can either participate out of their own interest or as part of their existing Co-Curricular Activity training programme(s). The SMU Pathfinders Programme seeks to develop values-driven learners, authentic collaborators and responsible global citizens.

Explore Further

Student Development at SMU is where classroom learning meets real-world growth — through student-led communities, governance and interest-based clubs, and curated experiential programmes that help you discover your strengths, build with others, and contribute meaningfully to campus and the wider community. From taking on leadership roles and forming lasting connections to developing across the “Self”, “Self and Team”, and “Self and the Community”, you’ll find platforms that support you not just as an SMU student, but as an individual. You can also explore our Academic Clubs to connect with peers who share your academic interests and deepen your learning beyond the curriculum.

Academic Clubs

SMU’s seven schools offer holistic education, strengthened by academic clubs and constituent bodies that extend learning beyond the classroom. Through hands-on, industry-informed platforms, students build practical skills, explore career interests, and form valuable connections. Each constituent body also fosters belonging while supporting students’ welfare and growth.

Governance, Registered and Independent (GRI) Clubs

GRI clubs at SMU — including SMUSA, functional student bodies, ROS-registered groups, and clubs under SMU offices and centres — offer meaningful ways for undergraduates to contribute on campus and beyond. Through community, faith-based, and career-focused activities, students collaborate widely, build connections, and grow their passions into real impact.

SMU Pathfinders Programme

To bring that same growth journey into sharper focus, the SMU Pathfinders Programme complements student life with curated experiential platforms that develop students across three inter-related domains: the “Self”, “Self and Team”, and “Self and the Community” — supporting each student not only as an SMU undergraduate, but as an individual growing in purpose, capability, and contribution.

The SMU Emerging Artist Award is the result of project initiated and led by the late Professor Winston Koh and alumnus Hong Huazheng as part of SMU’s 10th anniversary.

The Award seeks to identify passionate and talented artists in the SMU undergraduate community. It recognises the artist's past work and accomplishments, and encourages the artist to continually grow and nurture one’s love and involvement in the arts. The award also aims to raise awareness of the arts within the university.

Since its inception, the SMU Emerging Artist Award was awarded to the following recipients who served as active members in SMU’s vibrant arts and cultural community.

The following students were recipients of the Award:

Bianca
2026

Bianca Arana Mikhaela

from SMU Eurhythmix

Bianca is a dancer, choreographer, and aspiring producer whose practice moves between performance and the processes behind it. Having begun dancing at a young age, she approaches her work as an ongoing process of growth, shaped by curiosity, intention, and care for the communities she is part of.

Committed to growing as a well-rounded artist, she actively explores both the creative and operational dimensions of the arts to deepen her perspective. With a desire to create environments where artists feel valued, she seeks to elevate the arts landscape through thoughtfully curated opportunities, reimagining how artists are developed and sustained.

2025

Alwin Tua Ren Jie 

from SMU Sound Foundry and SMU Broadcast & Entertainment

Alwin Tua, known artistically as Alwine, is a self-taught musician who weaves intimate sonic landscapes with raw authenticity and heartfelt expression. Through songwriting and busking, he crafted a unique artistic voice refined by the unfiltered energy of live street performances. These intertwined experiences shaped his distinctive sound that resonates throughout his self-released discography.

Beyond his solo endeavours, he demonstrates his passion for the arts through his leadership roles in SMU SoundFoundry in 2025 and SMU Broadcast and Entertainment in 2024. With sights set on larger stages and music festivals, Alwin continues to craft songs that capture emotional depth and genuine connection—transforming fleeting moments into lasting musical memories.

2024

Goh Xin Yi

from SMU Eurhythmix, SMU Broadcast & Entertainment and formerly SMU Arts and Cultural Fraternity Executive Committee

With a decade of experience as a dancer and emerging roles as a choreographer and aspiring stage manager, Xin Yi embodies a multifaceted artistic journey. Rooted in the language of movement, she crafts narratives that reflect her personal experiences and societal reflections. As a choreographer, she explores innovative ways to express emotion and provoke thought through dance.

Simultaneously, she embraces the technical challenges and creative opportunities of stage management, seeking to orchestrate seamless productions that captivate audiences. Xin Yi's journey as an artist is a dynamic blend of creativity and a passionate pursuit of excellence both on and off stage.

2023

Lo Xi Yu, Joy

from SMU Eurhythmix & SMU Broadcast and Entertainment

Joy would describe herself as a multidisciplinary creative. It's often difficult to introduce Joy and define her involvement in the arts, because she explores diverse art forms as tools of her creative expression. Over the past decade, she has delved into dance, choreography, theatre-making, literary works alongside stage production management.  

Her artistic practice is guided by a desire to externalise difficult inner experiences and to craft meaningful encounters that resonate with others. She believes in the power of the arts to articulate one’s deepest emotions and design creative experiences.

Joy is also actively involved in co-curricular activities (CCAs) and SMU Student Life, having served as President of SMU Eurhythmix in 2022 and Honorary General Secretary of SMU Broadcast and Entertainment in 2021.

2022

Andrea Vincent

from SMUSAIC, SMU Broadcast & Entertainment, Artdicted, Literati and formerly SMU Arts and Cultural Fraternity Executive Committee

Andrea Vincent is a Singaporean artist who desires to capture diverse and accessible narratives celebrating the human condition. The pursuit of personal growth inspires her creative work.

Passion for film and photography influences Andrea's evolving interdisciplinary image-making practice. She endeavours to create a meaningful impact and catalyse action through visual storytelling.

Andrea believes we all play a vital role in empowering ourselves and our communities. Her vision is to inspirit others to unlock their creative power, achieve their aspirations and contribute to society.

2021

Daniel Sidhanand

from SMU Sound Foundry and SMU Broadcast & Entertainment

Daniel Sid is one of Singapore’s most sought-after singer-songwriters, who cut his teeth busking along the streets, all around the world and has now made his way to the big leagues. The multi-instrumentalist, vocalist, and producer has garnered over a million streams on his original music and performed across Asia, Australia, Europe, and the United States. Beyond performing, Daniel produces music for other artists and is the head of communications at Goose Infiniti, a record label. He has also gone on to host shows on television and online, interviewing a variety of guests, from celebrities to ministers. Daniel's vibrant charm and talent have propelled him to becoming one of the most recognisable presences in the music industry and has his sights set on more.

2020

Subastian Tan Bo Hern

from SMU Eurhythmix (Emix)

Subastian Tan Bo Hern is a dancer at Maya Dance Theatre (MDT) and has performed for productions locally and internationally which address social issues through dance theatre. He is also the programme leader of Diverse Abilities Dance Collective (DADC), a community initiative by MDT which works with dancers with and without disabilities. DADC has presented its first production, Speaking With Hands, in collaboration with guest choreographer Liz Lea from Canberra, Australia.

With his exposure across cultures, backgrounds and abilities, Subastian believes in the arts’ ability to connect across differences and aims to create a meaningful impact in society through his practice. He is currently carrying out a personal project, Project Kinaesthesia, which aims to reflect human stories through a unique movement vocabulary.

2019

Maanasa Sri Ganesh

from SMU Indian Cultural Society & SMU Broadcast and Entertainment

Maanasa Sri Ganesh practises Bharatanatyam, an Indian classical dance form. Over the past 12 years, she has learnt this artform from several accomplished international teachers from India, Sri Lanka and Singapore. Having won the award for the Best Bharatanatyam Dancer in her cohort at Singapore Indian Fine Arts Society, Maanasa has further honed her skills through numerous solo and international ensemble dance productions such as Anjaneyam, Alapadma, Mara, Acharya Devo Bhava etc., in India and Singapore. Maanasa subscribes to the paradigm: ‘Art in any form should be propagated heartily – especially the less-popular ones!’ and aims to expand the artform’s horizon through interactions amongst grassroots and the youth in Singapore. When not dancing, Maanasa, in no particular order, studies Accountancy at SMU, takes active part in SMU Indian Cultural Society , manages Project Gazaab Nainital and emcees for SMU Broadcast and Entertainment.

2017

Chua Zhihao

from SMU Symphonia

Chua Zhihao learned the flute since he was 9 years old and have been under the tutelage of flautist Wang Tong. He has performed with various ensembles for the past 10 years including Philharmonic Youth Winds and Mus’Art Wind Orchestra. He received the Gold Award at the World Music Contest (Holland) with Mus’Art Wind Orchestra. He serves as Vice President and Director for Office of Music at SMU Symphonia. He pioneered an independent ensemble Tomodachi Winds that aims to provide a platform for youths to explore different music forms. His long-term goal is to support local talents and continue to involve youths in the arts.

2016

Jasmine Wong 

from SMU Stereometa and SMU SoundFoundry

Jasmine Wong is a singer-songwriter, music producer and DJ. She has worked with renowned local musicians including Randolf Arriola and Saiful Idris. She was DJ Head at SMU Stereometa and has performed with the band MATÜRA for events such as SMU Sports Day, AVIVA Superfundae at Gardens by the Bay and Anaki Rock Festival. In her commitment to develop her music career, she took on internships with magazines such as JUICE and i-D. She signed with independent music label 13 Orphans and released two singles in 2016. She strongly believes in creative collaborations and will explore exchange programmes near the bustling electronic music scenes of United States or France.

2015

Soon Kian Keong

from SMU Ballare

Soon Kian Keong started out as a volleyball player for 15 years. He was inspired to pursue ballroom dancing after a conversation with the late Professor Winston. He rose through the ranks from a novice to professional level by participating fiercely in local, regional and international competitions. He served as President of SMU Ballare in 2013 and handled over six productions. He was awarded the SMU Outstanding Student Life Award (Gold) in 2015. He is committed to ballroom dancing and hope to inspire more people to take up standard ballroom dancing as a lifelong passion.

2014

Koh Hui Rong

from SMU Chinese Orchestra

At 8 years old, Koh Hui Rong learned the traditional Chinese musical instrument pipa under Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts Young Talent Programme. She served as President of SMU Chinese Orchestra (SMUCO) and became their ensemble leader in 2014. During that year, SMUCO achieved Gold with Honours award at the International Chinese Instrumental Music Arts Festival in Taipei. She also won Gold prizes for both solo and ensemble categories at the International Folk Instrumental Music Competition in San Jose, USA. She believes in the importance of preserving the history of traditional music with the flexibility of exploring contemporary collaborations to remain relevant.

2013

Daniel Lee

from SMU StageIT and SMU Broadcast & Entertainment

Daniel Lee was President of SMU StageIT and an active member of SMU Broadcast & Entertainment (SMUBE). He handled stage, light and technical design for productions by SMU StageIT and other clubs such as SMU Ardiente, SMU VOIX and SMU Ivory Keys. He was a finalist in the SMUBE’s Voice Personality Hunt 2012 and have hosted various events at SMU. As President of StageIT, he wrote and directed StageIT’s productions such as Salomé Twisted. Daniel believes “the arts isn’t a game of popularity or ticket sales, but a commitment to changing the world – one auditorium at a time.”

SMU Pathfinders Workshops

The SMU Pathfinders Programme was launched on 18th August 2017 with the generous donation from Mr Kuok Khoon Ean. The Programme is aligned to SMU’s Vision 2025 of delivering a transformative education that enables our students to become leaders of tomorrow who effect positive change in the world.

The SMU Pathfinders Programme comprises a series of both local and overseas student development programmes, focusing on the three inter-related domains of the “Self”, “Self and Team” and “Self and the Community”. Conducted by trained SMU staff and external trainers, the workshops under the SMU Pathfinders Programme aim to provide transformative experiential learning platforms to students. Students can either participate out of their own interest or as part of their existing Co-Curricular Activity training programme(s). The SMU Pathfinders Programme seeks to develop values-driven learners, authentic collaborators, and responsible global citizens.

Local Pathfinders workshops include Open Call workshops like ‘Developing Habits that Stick’ which taught participants practical techniques that allow them to sustainably achieve the outcomes they desire. The SMU Pathfinders Programme also curates customised workshops in collaboration with various student groups such as EYE Investment Club, Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) Student Clubs, Peer Helpers, and SMU Student Association (SMUSA). These workshops range from topics such as cultivating effective communication for team cohesiveness to better understanding of individual strengths to boost emotional resilience.

There are also impactful overseas Pathfinders Programmes, such as the SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme and the University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) which are aimed at developing sustainability leaders and change agents. 

Students writing down some habits they struggle with at ‘Developing Habits that Stick’ workshop

Team building activity that required communication amongst the EYE Investment Club members for their ‘Effective Communication for Team Cohesiveness’ workshop

Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB) students holding up their certificates to commemorate the end of the ‘LKCSB Student Leadership Training’ programme

Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme

The SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme, launched in 2022, gives participants the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience where they learn about sustainability practices adopted in another country in Asia – practices that aim to better the community, economy, and the environment. Participants not only get to glean knowledge and perspectives from thought-leaders about the challenges in dealing with sustainability issues, they also get to engage first-hand in sustainability practices and solutions linked to the United Nations Sustainability Development Goals. This Programme aims to develop SMU Sustainability Leaders who use the tools and knowledge gained to champion social and environmental stewardship projects that will make a positive difference on campus and beyond.

In line with SMU Pathfinders Programme’s desired outcomes, the learning objectives for the Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme would be for participants to:

  • Develop skills necessary to make an impact on campus, community and in their career
  • Apply principles to understand real-world challenges and global perspectives
  • Apply strategies to take up leadership roles and effect positive and meaningful change 

A group photograph of the 2022 Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme student participants and staff in Bali, Indonesia

Participants involved in the reforestation project in Bukit Indah, Bali

Participants learning about the ridge-to-reef approach in the Bukit Indah Reforestation and Watershed Regeneration Project

Learn more about the SMU Pathfinders Sustainability Changemakers Overseas Programme.

University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS)

The annual University Scholars Leadership Symposium (USLS) brings hundreds of youth delegates together, where ideas grow, collaborations take place and diverse voices unite for a better world. At USLS, delegates get the opportunity to network with like-minded peers from around the world who are passionate and committed to positive social change. USLS nurtures emerging world leaders by giving them the confidence to lead sustainable development projects to address issues such as poverty, climate change and inequality.

Delegates at the United Nations Conference Centre

Mangrove planting activity on Kindness Day, where USLS delegates contribute to the advancement of the People and the Planet through volunteerism that advances the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

The USLS delegates getting ready to prepare a vegetarian Pad Kra Pao at The Courageous Kitchen, a non-profit organisation that offers food aid and food education to the less privileged

THRIVE Workshop Series

The THRIVE Workshop series is a student development programme that revolves around six pillars:

The topics for THRIVE Workshops are curated to address the 6 dimensions of resilience in the SMU Resilience Framework as we adopt a proactive approach towards promoting students’ holistic wellbeing. Some of the THRIVE workshops are conducted as ‘Lunch and Learn’ sessions, with bento lunches provided so that students can nourish themselves as they gain valuable knowledge from expert trainers.

Examples of past THRIVE workshops include ‘Optimising your LinkedIn Profile’, where students learned from LinkedIn representatives on how to enhance their LinkedIn profiles and the best practices to effectively garner greater outreach. In the ‘Investing Demystified: Strategies and Tips for Beginner Investors’ workshop, students were introduced to the role investing plays in one’s overall financial planning and how to identify and manage the possible risks of investing.

Students learning tips on how to enhance their LinkedIn profile at ‘Optimising your LinkedIn Profile’ workshop

Group photograph of participants at the ‘Investing Demystified: Strategies and Tips for Beginner Investors’ workshop

At SMU, we believe in the strength of peer support and the power of community. Launched in late 2023, the SMU Peer Well-Being Network brings together passionate student groups to foster well-being, resilience and a caring campus culture.

This network currently comprises:

Each group contributes its unique strengths to support fellow students through peer engagement, advocacy and a shared commitment to student well-being. Coordinated by Student Care Officers, the network ensures efforts are aligned and responsive to the evolving needs of the student community.

What We Do

The SMU Peer Well-Being Network empowers students to support one another through purposeful peer-led initiatives. Whether it's offering a listening ear or creating spaces for important conversations, our members are here to make a difference.

Here's how each group contributes:

  • SMU Peer Helpers provide one-on-one peer support, offering a safe and empathetic space for emotional and mental well-being concerns.
  • Voices Student Advocates lead conversations around harassment, bullying and discrimination, encouraging openness and student empowerment.
  • Student Council of Discipline promotes character development based on SMU’s CIRCLE Values to uphold the interest and welfare of students.
  • SMU Purple drives inclusive practices and behaviours, with a strong focus on disability awareness and advocacy.
     

Stay Tuned!

Keep an eye out for upcoming Peer Well-Being Network initiatives around campus from pop-up booths and outreach events to engaging campaigns, designed by students, for students!

Past Events/Roadshows

Student representatives at the Peer Well-being Network’s Digital Well-being Roadshow in Feb 2025, with Guest-of-Honour MOS Rahayu Mahzam (second from right)

Student representatives at the Peer Well-being Network engaging with peers

Students from the Peer Well-being Network enjoying an icebreaker at a Chill & Connect session

To support students in achieving their potential, as well as personal and academic successes, SMU is committed to building a resilient community by providing encouragement, support and assistance to students and promoting students’ holistic wellbeing.

In SMU, there are dedicated Student Care Officers (SCOs) who actively engage with students to help address stressors (e.g. transition challenges) and develop their abilities to make well-informed choices towards a flourishing life. Student Care Officers are involved in the operationalisation of the SMU Resilience Framework – such as planning and executing wellbeing initiatives and early intervention measures that include education, prevention, and outreach programmes.

CHECK IN WITH US!

Look out for the SCOs as they roam the campus in their regular outreach, offering encouragement and snack treats to students. You can also catch them at campus roadshows, where they dispense tips to empower students to take charge of their own wellbeing.

You can also get in touch with the Student Care Officers at studentcare@smu.edu.sg or via Instagram @sgsmu.studentcare.

Past Events/Roadshows

Student Care & Support Services roadshow at Voices Week

Roadshow focusing on financial and career resilience

Rewarding students with some treats for taking part in the SCO booth activities

Students offering encouraging words to their peers during the Exam Angels Programme

Students enjoying various activities organized by the SCOs as part of the Exam Angels Programme

Towards a Transformative Education – SMU’s Co-Curricular Transcript 

From its inception, SMU has been committed to grooming global-ready graduates through a holistic and transformative education. At SMU, learning objectives from the various co-curricular platforms are aligned to the SMU Graduate Learning Outcomes (GLO). A culture of meaningful reflection is promoted, with the aim of guiding students in deepening and documenting their learning. In so doing, we empower students to enhance self-awareness and articulate areas of personal growth.

From 2025, all students will receive a Co-Curricular Transcript upon graduation, which will complement their academic transcript. Apart from documenting out-of-classroom activities that students have participated in, this Transcript offers insights into the skillsets that they have developed in the process. The transcript will indicate the extent of growth of a graduate in the identified Graduate Learning Outcome (see Fig. 1) according to three levels of learning – Exposure, Integration and Transformation, with each level indicating a progressively more impactful experience.

This initiative demonstrates SMU’s commitment to providing a transformative education through developing holistic graduates with career-ready skills.

Transcript examples

Articles regarding the Co-Curricular Transcript

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Integrated Co-curricular Management System (ICMS)

The Integrated Co-curricular Management System (ICMS) is the university’s dedicated online platform that facilitates students’ co-curricular learning journey by enabling them to document and in so doing, deepen, their learning and personal growth.

Through the ICMS, students are able to track their participation records, document their learning through reflections, and build their co-curricular transcript all while taking part in a diverse range of experiential learning activities. 

For more information on ICMS or the Co-Curricular Transcript, contact us at: ICMS@smu.edu.sg

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