Message from the Dean of Students

Dear Students,

Welcome to SMU!

As you embark on your academic journey here, you will discover that SMU is not just a university that is different, but one that strives to nurture and mould that unique, differentiating factor in each and every one of you.

Your SMU chapter will be unforgettable, probably amazing. It will be a time of learning, exploring and discovering – yourselves, your peers, and the world around you. Study hard, but more importantly, make the best of your resources both in and out of class. Take part, connect and step up; your capabilities will outshine what you first thought possible of yourselves.

I remember my own university days very fondly. I was involved in various CCAs, took on many out-of-classroom activities, worked on group projects till late, but still magically found time and energy to balance studies, CCAs, family and friends. With determination, discipline and good time management, you too, will be able to achieve this.

Clichéd as it may sound, the world is your oyster. But with new-found freedom and abilities, do learn to harness these responsibly.

At SMU, my colleagues and I will endeavour to provide you with a safe and supportive environment not just to pursue your academic goals, but to challenge yourselves and grow. We hope your respective involvements in the university’s more than 150 student clubs, or myriad of student life activities we have organised and designed will allow you to become not just future leaders ready to take on the world, but compassionate human beings with a heart for others. To know your passions and talents is only the half way mark; realising how to serve others with them, will be your true worth.

Learn as much as you can from others, as they learn from you, and let’s create meaningful impact together.

Have a wonderful, exciting, and fulfilling student life at SMU!