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One Life, Two Passions

Entertainment lawyer Ms Deborah Png (Law ’88) combines her loves – the law and acting – in her work in Hollywood.

Creating Bonds, Shaping Careers

When Ng Jia Long (GDipSA ’24), Jeremy Yap (Science ’21, GDipSA ’24), and Tony Lim (GDipSA ’24) enrolled in the same NUS-ISS graduate tech programme in systems analysis, they didn’t expect to walk away with lasting friendships.

A Singaporean Voice in Gotham City

Scriptwriter and producer Mr Roshan Singh Sambhi (Yale-NUS ’19) went from writing plays in his dorm room to leading DC Comics’ ambitious Batman audio series. He now hopes to help more Singaporean creatives break into the global stage.

Thriving in the Age of AI

Experts share how artificial intelligence is reshaping industries and everyday life — and why strong human foundations, creativity and purpose remain essential in this fast-evolving tech landscape.

Rewriting the Script

From theatre student to metaverse pioneer, Dr Loretta Chen (Arts & Social Sciences ’99, PhD ’10) has charted an unconventional path fuelled by purpose, resilience and a belief that stories can remake the world.

NUS for Good

When it comes to giving back, NUS’ commitment has always been strong and true, harking back to the founding aims of the University. In recent years, this heartbeat of compassion for the wider community has become a powerful, global rhythm.

Vox Alumni: A World of Opportunities

Traverse the globe, and you can find NUS alumni hard at work in more than 100 countries. We asked a few of them what makes their city’s job scenes unique – and what you need to know to enter the market.

Lessons from Abroad

At a recent panel, NUS alumni shared candid lessons on adapting to new cultures, managing setbacks, and thriving in international tech roles.

Speaking Truth to Power

Ms Mei Fong’s (Arts & Social Sciences ’97) career trajectory is a masterclass in adapting to a changing media landscape to tell important stories, and the power of lending a voice to advocacy.

From Shy Student to Changemaker

Final year student Ms Lara Chal shares how cultural exchange, inclusive initiatives like Trek & Connect, and a belief in the power of listening shaped her leadership journey.

Sharing the Strain of Nationhood

Singapore’s social capital was placed under the microscope at IPS Singapore Perspectives 2025, which previewed results from two significant studies on racial and religious harmony.