Trademark street-style dance moves dominated the stage of the University Lounge on 15 April. In true Eurhythmix spirit, more than 80 alumni and students gathered for the launch of the newest alumni group - Eluminix.
Eluminix is the official Alumni Group of the Hip Hop dance club SMU Eurhythmix. Established in June 2013, Eluminix provides an avenue for SMU alumni to dance and perform, even as working adults. Led by former Eurhythmix President, Thomas Jiang (BSc Econs, 2015) and his dedicated Exco, they hope to inspire younger and older generations alike, that nothing should ever stop one from dancing.
Thomas opened the event by stating that Eluminix was founded on two simple goals. The first was to provide an avenue for alumni members of Eurhythmix to keep dancing. Secondly, and more importantly, this group would provide opportunities for alumni to dance alongside and re-connect with some of their closest friends made during their undergraduate days.
He elaborated, “With the formal launch of Eluminix, we will be able to grow in size, while maintaining the strong familial culture deep-rooted in the foundations of Eurhythmix. As we grow in numbers, we will be more active in external events and competitions, and continue to give as much as we can to our juniors in Eurhythmix. Ultimately, we strongly believe that we are "Dancers today, Family for Life". We have faith that this common belief will carry us through the many years to come.”
Present at the launch was SMU alumni association Exco member, Jose Paolo Boquiren (BSc Econs, 2007). He congratulated the Exco, and also lauded the commitment of the alumni who give of their time to coach, mentor and guide E’mix student members at every practice. “Eluminix is a very strong Arts alumni group with a fantastic history! The association is very proud to be able to support your events, and also to help grow your alumni community.” He continued that SMU will only be as good as the reputation and credibility of its alumni, and called on all to support the association’s effort towards achieving this goal.
The highpoint of the event was revealed when Thomas and team took their hip-hop dance moves to the stage, performing a well-choreographed number. Chilling out to the music playlist, alumni and students danced the night away
Here's a clip of the Eluminix performance.
Interested to join Eluminix? Visit here (https://www.alumni.smu.edu.sg/alumni-groups/eluminix) for more details.