‘Natural’ By Design
By studying the history of Singapore’s flora, fauna and landscape, we stand to learn a lot about ourselves as a people. Environmental historian Associate Professor Timothy P. Barnard has unearthed some surprising insights on our collective history through his research.
If These Walls Could Talk
The Bukit Timah Campus is a throwback to NUS’ early beginnings and a rarity in Singapore’s modern built environment. For close to a century, generations of students have passed through the campus, their memories adding to its long history — a story that continues to be written.
Inspirational Icons
A salute to our alumni who have received the Cultural Medallion, Singapore’s highest arts accolade.
The Multi-Hyphenate Holds Court
President of the Law Society of Singapore, senior litigator, author, lifelong learner and social media commentator Mr Adrian Tan (Law ’91) talks about the trend of more young legal professionals leaving the industry, his love for writing and how he stays curious.
Nurturing New Visionaries
NUS College Dean Professor Simon Chesterman and his Vice Deans share their plans and aspirations for the college.
Thriving in the Unknown
National Arts Council Young Artist Award recipient Dr Yanyun Chen on finding her voice as a visual artist and helping her students find theirs.
B-ing Part of the Solution
While dousing oneself with an ice bucket may show solidarity with sufferers of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), what is really needed is a breakthrough to combat such neurodegenerative diseases. A project on ALS involving the use of vitamin B may deliver a simple therapeutic option.
Weaving “Her” Story Into History
It’s 2022 — but how far evolved are our attitudes to gender? Do past inequalities remain, or have we far to go to bridge the divide? We speak to alumni – both women and men — to hear both sides of the debate.
Where Do We Draw The Line?
In this special commentary, NUS Health and Wellbeing Team examines the impact of sexual objectification on social media.
Net, Clicks and Chill
Rather than being a drain on resources, the phenomenon of ‘cyber-loafing’ by workers can actually pay dividends, says Professor Vivien Lim (Arts & Social Sciences ‘85).
From Acedia to Choice
The COVID-19 pandemic has changed everything, and yet it has changed nothing, say Dr Adrian W. J. Kuah and Ms Katrina Tan (Arts & Social Sciences ’98).
Leaps of Faith
One of Singapore’s most familiar faces, actor Mr Tay Ping Hui (Arts & Social Sciences ’95) has no interest in the tried-and-tested.