SMU CIRCLE - December 2015

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Dear Alumni,

Season's Greetings from the Office of Alumni Relations!

2015 is drawing to a close. It has been an eventful year with new initiatives and programmes from the Office of Alumni Relations (OAR). Our thanks to all those who had participated in the various initiatives - SMU Industry Nights, SMU Interaction Nights, Reunions, Professional Development Series, Fireside Chat, Mentoring Programme, Alumni Recognition Ceremony, and many others. We hope that the programmes enabled you to renew ties with your peers, and refresh the memories of good times at your alma mater. Or perhaps you had learnt something new, made new friends, or identified opportunities that would bring exciting new developments?

Do continue to stay in touch. OAR has lined up a wide array of events for the new year, so there is no excuse not to come back! Do not miss out on receiving the latest news and updates from OAR by updating your preferred email. You can do this by clicking on the image above.

In this issue, we congratulate alumnus Benjamin Loh on clinching the 2nd Prize in the Global Drucker Challenge 2015 – an international essay competition for business leaders. Since his graduation in 2012, Benjamin continues to make an impact on the lives of others. Read his inspiring story.

We are pleased also to make two announcements. Firstly, the next run of the Alumni Mentorship Programme will start in February 2016. Do volunteer as a mentor and make a difference. Secondly, you will soon have your own Alumni CafĂ© named Tonic-X. At SMU Alumni Association’s 10th Annual General Meeting, attending members were briefed on this exciting development. We look forward to hosting you at the cafe in the near future!

We hope that you’ll enjoy reading SMU CIRCLE! Here’s to a new year filled with joy, laughter and peace. Cheers!

With warm regards,

Low Aik Meng
Office of Alumni Relations (OAR)

highlights

 
Alumni homecoming on patron's day  ice cream social mwm alumni group launch

Patron's Day commemorates SMU's founding and honours SMU’s Patron. Join us on 5th February as we welcome our alumni home in conjunction with Patron's Day. Expect a day of fun-filled activities such as carnival games, exciting competitions, tantalising food and home-grown performances! Catch up with old friends, make new friends, be dated on the latest campus developments and witness for yourself how your alma mater has transformed since your graduation!

You can't buy happiness but you can make (and eat) ice-cream and that is pretty much the same thing. Learn how to make your own ice-cream on 20th February and make new friends at the same time! If you are single and ready to mingle, take this opportunity to meet like-minded individuals whilst indulging in some sweet treats! Hurry! Register your interest now as seats are limited. Don't miss this opportunity to build new friendships and expand your social circles!

Another Postgraduate alumni group has been added to the growing list. The Master of Science in Wealth Management (MWM) Alumni Group is the newest kid on the block! The launch was held at the University Lounge in conjunction with MWM’s 11th Anniversary Dinner on 9th October. Read on to find out more about the Group.

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Spotlight on Alumni
Benjamin Loh (bacc, graduating class of 2012)
Alumnus Benjamin Loh has been busy - growing his firm, conducting workshops, entering a writing competition, and planning his wedding. His busy schedule, however, did not stop him from actively giving back to SMU as an alumni mentor. Find out how he does it - juggling his career, passion, and personal life!
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Upcoming events
join us!

8 Jan - MSc in Wealth Management Class of 2013 Reunion

14 Jan - Executive Master of Business Administration Alumni Group Launch

15 Jan - ASOC AlumNight 2016

28 Jan -Entrepreneurs Alumni Group Launch

29 Jan - MAF Career Counselling

5 Feb - Alumni Homecoming on Patron's Day 2016

20 Feb - Ice Cream Social

past events
in case you missed it

9 Oct - MSc in Wealth Management Anniversary Dinner and Alumni Group Launch

28 Oct - Alumni Professional Development Talk by LinkedIn

5 Nov - MAF Alumni and Students Chillout Session

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past events
keeping you up-to-date

9 Nov - Flare Alumni Group Launch

19 Nov - SMU Industry Night - Accounting, Audit, Tax and Consulting

26 Nov - Alumni Entrepreneurs Gathering

28 Nov - MBA Alumni Homecoming

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SMU Alumni Association
10th Annual General meeting & Appreciation dinner

It was time to review the year that has passed and to look ahead at exciting new times! Find out what went on at the SMUAA AGM held on 4th December, including updates on our very own alumni cafe on campus.

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Alumni Perks & Lifelong learning USeful information

contacts and links

PopUp Music Festival - NYE Countdown at Wave House Sentosa
($5 off ticket prices for SMU Alumni, use promocode SMUALUMNI)

Partner With Us to Reach Out to Your Juniors!

27 Jan
Master of Science in CFO Leadership Information Session

 

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SMU CIRCLE is a monthly enewsletter brought to you by the SMU Office of Alumni Relations. Read about the latest developments from the University, find out more about the upcoming events, hear from your fellow alumni and stay connected to the SMU Community of alumni, students, faculty and staff. For information regarding SMU CIRCLE, email valeriekoh@smu.edu.sg