On 20 August 2025, the Civil Engineering Class of 1975 returned together for a milestone event — their Golden Jubilee reunion. Graduating from the former University of Singapore, now the National University of Singapore (NUS), the class entered the profession during a period of rapid national development. Their work would go on to support the foundations of modern Singapore.
The reunion took place in Johor Bahru, providing a central location for classmates based in both Malaysia and Singapore. The event was planned and coordinated by Mr Poh Hai Leong and Mr Ooi Kao Yang (Engineering ’75), with university liaison support from Maj Chong Chow Kar (Ret.) (Engineering ’75).
There, they shared their early career challenges, shifts in civil engineering practices, and how their education shaped professional values and decisions. From government agencies to private consultancies and academic roles, the paths taken were diverse but grounded in a shared foundation built during their undergraduate years.
A moment was set aside to acknowledge classmates who have passed on, a touching gesture that underscored the collective history and enduring connections among the group.
Their reunion was not only a celebration of time passed, but a recognition of professional impact, shared values, and long-standing relationships formed through education. It was also a reminder that while buildings may weather and roads may change, the friendships built during those formative years remain remarkably intact and deeply cherished.
