Our OARsome team touched down in Seoul this early summer, bringing together over 30 South Korea-based alumni and industry partners on 29 May 2026 for a memorable evening of familiar faces, fresh introductions, and plenty of laughter over Singaporean favourites at Jumbo Seafood.
OAR Director Florence Neo opened the evening by sharing the latest updates and developments from the University before introducing the newest alumni group on the block: SMOOChies, a community for alumni couples. She also spotlighted the diverse range of alumni initiatives, reaffirming OAR's commitment to supporting our alumni worldwide and strengthening the global SMU community.
Florence then facilitated an engaging fireside chat with distinguished alumnus Justin Yong (BSc IS 2009), Chairperson of SingCham Korea. Justin's candid sharing and thoughtful perspectives on his journey sparked lively conversations, while the presence of industry partners added depth to the session and created valuable opportunities for networking and collaboration.
In a warm and spirited atmosphere, attendees reconnected over delicious fare and drinks - with the crowd-favourite chili crab stealing the spotlight. A true taste of home, the iconic dish brought back fond memories as alumni reminisced about their SMU and Singapore days, rekindled friendships, and forged new connections over every saucy, satisfying bite.
To keep these connections thriving, we've also launched a KakaoTalk group chat for alumni domiciled in South Korea. If you'd like to be part of this growing community, feel free to reach out to Daphne Sia at daphnesia@smu.edu.sg.
A heartfelt thank you to our alumni and industry partners for their enthusiastic participation in making this evening so memorable. As our global network continues to grow, OAR looks forward to many more opportunities to celebrate our shared SMU spirit!
