SUSS Convocation
Class of 2023

10 - 12 October 2023

Awards and Donors


Convocation awards at SUSS are made possible by the generosity of donors. We are deeply appreciative of the continued support of the donors below, whose awards are presented at Convocation 2023. Click here to read more about their stories and motivations behind giving to SUSS.

Awards are given to graduates whose achievements, both academic and non-academic, are held up as shining examples for other students to aspire towards. Award winners exemplify the best of what our university has to offer throughout their programmes of study.

The Adaikkammai Palaniappan Abiraame Jewellers Tamil Language Achievement Award is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Arts in Tamil Language and Literature: 

  • Introduction to Tamil Language (TLL101)
  • Tamil Phonology (TLL109)
  • Tamil Morphophonemics (TLL110) 
  • Tamil Morphology (TLL207) 
  • Tamil Syntax (TLL208) 
  • Theoretical Linguistics (TLL303) 
  • Applied Linguistics (TLL304) 
  • Tamil Prosody (TLL305) 
  • Tamil Poetics (TLL306) 

 

About the Donor

The Adaikkammai Palaniappan Abiraame Jewellers Tamil Language Achievement Award is made possible by Mr S Palaniappan.

 

The Adaikkammai Palaniappan Abiraame Jewellers Tamil Literature Achievement Award is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Arts in Tamil Language and Literature: 

  • Introduction to Tamil Literature (TLL102) 
  • History of Tamil Literature (TLL103) 
  • Modern Tamil Poetry (TLL105) 
  • Modern Tamil Prose (TLL106) 
  • Folk Arts (TLL107) 
  • Folk Literature (TLL108) 
  • Epic Literature (TLL201) 
  • Didactical Literature (TLL202) 
  • History of Tamils (TLL203) 
  • Indian Contacts with Southeast Asia (TLL204) 
  • Devotional Literature (TLL205) 
  • Minor Literature (TLL206) 
  • Sangam Classical Poetry of Love (Agham) (TLL307) 
  • Sangam Classical Poetry of Heroism and others (Puram) (TLL308)

 

About the Donor

The Adaikkammai Palaniappan Abiraame Jewellers Tamil Literature Achievement Award is made possible by Mr S Palaniappan..

The AECES Awards are presented to the top graduating student from the Master of Early Childhood Education programme and top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Early Childhood and Chinese Language Education programmes.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the Association for Early Childhood Educators (Singapore) – AECES. AECES is a professional body committed to working with educators, other professionals and stakeholders to build partnerships, initiate dialogue, and advocate and support the development of children and their families for the purpose of creating an inclusive society.

The Alice Lim Memorial Fund Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Master of Gerontology programme.

About the Donor

The Alice Lim Memorial Fund Awards were established in memory of the late Mrs Alice Lim.

The Amazon Web Services Book Prize in Cloud Computing: Business Case and Technical Models is presented to top graduating student from the following course:
  • Cloud Computing: Business Case and Technical Models (ICT 335).

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud, offering over 200 fully featured services from data centers globally.

The Amazon Web Services Book Prize in Cloud Computing: Business Case and Technical Models is presented to top graduating student from the following course:
  • Cloud Computing: Business Case and Technical Models (ICT 335).

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Amazon Web Services (AWS). AWS is the world's most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud, offering over 200 fully featured services from data centers globally.

The Anthony Yeo Memorial Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Counselling programme.

About the Donor

The Anthony Yeo Memorial Awards were established in honour of the late Mr Anthony Yeo, for his pioneering role in establishing the local counselling profession.

The BCA Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Building and Project Management programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the Building & Construction Authority, an agency under the Ministry of National Development, whose mission is to shape a safe, high quality, sustainable and friendly built environment. As the lead public agency, BCA champions transforming Singapore into a future-ready built environment.

The BDO Award in Taxation is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Accountancy programme:

  • Introduction to Income Tax (ACC213)
  • Taxation of Companies and Partnerships (ACC307)
  • International Taxation and Tax Planning (ACC309)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by BDO Tax Advisory Pte Ltd. BDO Singapore is a member firm of BDO International since 1979, and offers a full range of services including audit, business restructuring, corporate advisory, cybersecurity, tax advisory, secretarial and outsource accounting, management consultancy and risk advisory.

The Community Engagement Award is presented to selected graduands from the full-time undergraduate programmes whose projects were innovative, impactful, and demonstrated sustained outcomes.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by BinjaiTree. BinjaiTree is a Singapore-based philanthropic organisation that serves and engages with local charities and social enterprises. BinjaiTree's role is to work with the community in bringing sustained contributions, primarily in the improvement of mental health, as well as development of the arts and social services.

The Cengage Book Prize is presented to the top graduating student in the following course from the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) programme:

  • Cognitive Psychology: Exploring the Mind (PSY305)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd.

The Cengage Top Honours Student Award is presented to the top graduating honours student for the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) programme.

 

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Cengage Learning Asia Pte Ltd.

The Cham Tao Soon Convocation Award is presented to the top student from the Master of Management programme.

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Professor Cham Tao Soon. Professor Cham was the first Chancellor of SIM University (UniSIM) and UniSIM Board of Trustees. He was instrumental in the establishment of the University, which was set up in 2005 with a mandate from the Ministry of Education (MOE) to pioneer private university education for working adults.

The Cortina Watch Achievement  Award in Interpreting is awarded to the student with the highest mean score for the following courses:

  • CTI205 - Introduction to Interpretation
  • CTI207 - Consecutive Interpretation
  • CTI301 - Chinese-English Simultaneous Interpretation
  • CTI302 - English-Chinese Simultaneous Interpretation
  • CTI392 - Advanced Topics in Interpretation

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Cortina Watch Pte Ltd. Established in 1972 as a humble, single-store family business, the group is now a distinguished public-listed retail enterprise with near 50 boutiques across the region, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Australia.

The Cortina Watch Achievement  Award in Translation is awarded to the student with the highest mean score for the following courses:

  • CTI204 - Media/Multimedia Translation
  • CTI209 - Translation of Business and Trade Documents
  • CTI213 - Translation of Legal Documents
  • CTI303 - Chinese-English Translation of Literary Works
  • CTI304 - English-Chinese Translation of Literary Works
  • CTI305 - Financial Translation

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Cortina Watch Pte Ltd. Established in 1972 as a humble, single-store family business, the group is now a distinguished public-listed retail enterprise with near 50 boutiques across the region, including Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Hong Kong, Taiwan and Australia.

The Couple Family Therapy Achievement Award is presented to the top graduating student from the Couple and Family Therapy specialisation track, offered under the Master of Counselling programme.

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Dr Esther Tan.

The EM Services Facilities Management Achievement Award is presented to the top student from the following courses:

  • Building Services (FEM101)
  • Construction Technology (BPM113)
  • Materials Technology (BPM115)
  • Contract Administration (BPM119)
  • Procurement Management (BPM213)
  • Venue and Space Management (FEM205)
  • Building Information Modelling for Facilities Management (FMT313)

About the Donor

This award is made possbile by EM Services Pte Ltd. More than just maintenance and engineering, EM Services believes in building a sense of belonging and co-ownership for our vibrant living spaces.

The EM Services Township Management Achievement Award is presented to the top student from the following courses:

  • Building Services (FEM101)
  • Building Technology (FMT201)
  • Procurement and Contract Management (FMT203)
  • Fundamentals of Facilities Management (FMT205)
  • Sustainable Building (FMT315)
  • Township Management (FMT319)
  • Building Information Modelling for Facilities Management (FMT313)

About the Donor

This award is made possbile by EM Services Pte Ltd. More than just maintenance and engineering, EM Services believes in building a sense of belonging and co-ownership for our vibrant living spaces.

The EPS Consultants Book Prize in Leadership Development is presented to the student in the Bachelor of Human Resource Management degree programme who has achieved the highest aggregate score for the Leadership Development module.

About the Donor

Founded in 1993, EPS Consultants Pte Ltd is an award-winning and trusted HR partner in Singapore. 

The EPS Consultants Book Prize in Talent Management is presented to the student in the Bachelor of Human Resource Management degree programme who has achieved the highest aggregate score for the Talent Management module.

About the Donor

Founded in 1993, EPS Consultants Pte Ltd is an award-winning and trusted HR partner in Singapore. 

The Esther Tan Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Master of Counselling programme.

About the Donor

The Esther Tan Awards were established in honour of Dr Esther Tan. 

The EY Award in Assurance & Taxation is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Accountancy programme:

  • Advanced Assurance and Attestation (ACC306)
  • Taxation of Companies and Partnerships (ACC307)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Ernst & Young LLP. Ernst & Young aims to build a better working world. The insights and quality services provided help to build trust and confidence in the capital markets and in economies over the world.

FPAS Book Prize in Financial Planning is presented to the top graduating student in Personal Financial Planning (FIN379).

About the Donor

The award is made possible by the Financial Planning Association of Singapore, a non-profit professional association dedicated to developing and promoting an industry providing unbiased financial advice to the Singaporean public.

The Fujitsu Asia Pte Ltd Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Science (Information and Communication Technology) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Fujitsu Asia Pte Ltd. Building on Fujitsu's foundation of technological superiority, Fujitsu Asia serves as a center of excellence in the region for telecommunications and IT products and services.

The Goh Leng Tse & Anthony Teo NSHD Valedictorian Medal is presented in recognition of the top graduating undergraduate from the S R Nathan School of Human Development.

About the Donor

The NSHD Valedictorian Medal is made possible through the generous support of Mr Goh Leng Tse and Adjunct Professor Anthony Teo.

The Henry Lim Best Dissertation Award is presented to the top graduating student in the following course from the Master of Gerontology programme:

  •  Master's Thesis (GER699)

About the Donor

The Henry Lim Best Dissertation Award was established in memory of the late Mr Henry Lim. 

The IMDA Excellence Award for Film Studies is presented to the top graduating student in the Film Studies Minor.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). IMDA develops and regulates the converging infocomm and media sectors in a holistic way, creating a dynamic and exciting sector filled with opportunities for growth, through an emphasis on talent, research, innovation and enterprise.

The IMDA Top Student Award is presented to the top graduating student in the Bachelor of Science (Information Technology and Business – ERP) programme.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by the Infocomm Media Development Authority (IMDA). IMDA develops and regulates the converging infocomm and media sectors in a holistic way, creating a dynamic and exciting sector filled with opportunities for growth, through an emphasis on talent, research, innovation and enterprise.

The Institute of Materials East Asia Book Prize is presented to the top graduating student in the following course from the Bachelor of Science (Biomedical Engineering) programme:

  • Biomaterials (BME213)

About the Donor

This award has been made possible by the Institute of Materials (E. Asia), an affiliate of the Institute of Materials, Minerals and Mining, UK. IMEA is a professional institution with the mission to promote knowledge of materials science and engineering. It devotes itself to organising professional activities, assists and co-ordinates various research activities and provides experts’ service to the materials industry.

The Income Insurance Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Science(Mathematics) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Income Insurance Limited. The organisation is Singapore's leading provider of life, health, travel & car insurance as well as savings, investment and retirement plans.

The Interlexis Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Arts (Translation and Interpretation) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Frank Tan Research Associates. Established in 1982, the agency provides translation, interpretation and localisation services for a broad range of sectors, including finance, healthcare, and telecommunications.

The IPOS Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Master of IP and Innovation Management programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS), a government agency under the Ministry of Law. IPOS leverages on its deep technical, legal and business expertise and networks to grow innovative enterprises, and power Singapore’s future economy with ideas and innovation.

The ISCA Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Accountancy programme.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by the Institute of Singapore Chartered Accountants (ISCA), the national accountancy body of Singapore. ISCA’s vision is to be a globally recognised professional accountancy body, bringing value to members, the profession and the wider community.

The Ivy Chia Achievement Award in Financial Management is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Science (Finance) programme:
  • FIN304 Decision Making for Financial Managers
  • FIN301 Financial Instruments, Institutions and Markets or FIN306 Financial Markets

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Ms Ivy Chia.

The Ivy Chia Achievement Award in Fintech is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Science (Finance) programme:
  • FIN311 Mathematics and Programming for Finance or FIN312 Mathematics and Programming for FinTech
  • FIN387 Financial Cryptography

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Ms Ivy Chia.

The K V Veloo Book Prize in Rehabilitation & Criminal Justice System is presented to the top graduating student from the Rehabilitation and Criminal Justice Systems (SWK384) course offered under the Bachelor of Social Work with Minor programme.

About the Donor

The K V Veloo Book Prize in Rehabilitation & Criminal Justice System was established in memory of the late Mr K V Veloo. Mr Veloo dedicated nearly 50 years of his life to social work. In that time, he helped to shape policies in areas such as prison welfare, drug rehabilitation, and eldercare, and shone the light on community-based rehabilitation for ex-offenders. The Book Prize is made possible through the generosity of the late Mr Veloo's close circle of friends and family.

The K V Veloo Book Prize in Social Policy & Planning is presented to the top graduating student from the Social Policy and Planning (SWK371) course offered under the Bachelor of Social Work with Minor programme.

  • Social Policy and Planning (SWK371)

About the Donor

The K V Veloo Book Prize in Social Policy & Planning was established in memory of the late Mr K V Veloo. Mr Veloo dedicated nearly 50 years of his life to social work. In that time, he helped to shape policies in areas such as prison welfare, drug rehabilitation, and eldercare, and shone the light on community-based rehabilitation for ex-offenders. The Book Prize is made possible through the generosity of the late Mr Veloo's close circle of friends and family.

The KPMG Award in Valuation, Governance & Risk is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Accountancy programme:

  • Financial Statement Analysis & Valuation (ACC407)
  • Corporate Reporting, Governance and Risk (ACC498)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by KPMG LLP. KPMG Singapore is part of a global network of professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services.

The Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Master of Management (Non-Profit Management) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple. Kwan Im Thong Hood Cho Temple is deeply involved in charity work, contributing to several health and educational organisations.

The Lee Fook Hong Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Science (Business) programme.

About the Donor

The late Dr Lee Fook Hong was a Practising Chartered Secretary and Management Consultant. Dr Lee was a prolific speaker, and published articles, books and conference papers on corporate administration, company meetings, corporate governance, taxation and investments in China.

The Lighthouse Club (Singapore) Book Prize in Construction Law is presented to the student who has achieved the highest aggregate score in the following course in the Bachelor of Building and Project Management programme:

  • Construction Law 

About the Donor

The Lighthouse Club (Singapore) is the construction industry’s charitable society, committed to helping those in need and working to better the condition of the vulnerable. Established in the UK in 1956, the Lighthouse Club has branches worldwide – in the Asia Pacific Region there are branches in Australia, Bangkok, Phnom Penh, Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Macau, Yangon and Singapore.

The Lighthouse Club (Singapore) Book Prize in Construction Law is presented to the student who has achieved the highest aggregate score in the following course in the Bachelor of Building and Project Management programme:
  • Construction Project Management

About the Donor

The Lighthouse Club (Singapore) is the construction industry’s charitable society, committed to helping those in need and working to better the condition of the vulnerable. Established in the UK in 1956, the Lighthouse Club has branches worldwide – in the Asia Pacific Region there are branches in Australia, Bangkok, Phnom Penh, Hong Kong, Ho Chi Minh, Kuala Lumpur, Manila, Macau, Yangon and Singapore.

The Master of Finance Awards are presented to the top three graduating students from the Master of Finance programme.

The National Council of Social Service (NCSS) Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Social Work programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by National Council of Social Service (NCSS). NCSS is the umbrella body for close to 450 member social service agencies in Singapore. NCSS aims to provide leadership and direction in social services, to enhance the capabilities of social service agencies, and to provide strategic partnerships for social services.

The NTUC First Campus Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Early Childhood Education with Minor programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by NTUC First Campus Co-operative Limited. NTUC First Campus' vision is to ensure that every child has a holistic early childhood education experience. The organisation also believes that every child, from every background, deserves equal opportunity to enjoy a quality early education.

The Ong Teng Cheong Labour Leadership Institute Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Human Resource Management programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the Ong Teng Cheong Labour Leadership Institute. The Institute's aim is to be the principal leadership development institution of Singapore's Labour Movement, equipping leaders with strong values, knowledge and competence to serve and improve the lives of working people in Singapore with commitment and effectiveness.

The PKF-CAP LLP Award in Assurance and Attestation is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Accountancy programme:

  • Assurance and Attestation (ACC305)
  • Advanced Assurance and Attestation (ACC306)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by PKF-CAP LLP. PKF-CAP LLP is a member firm of the PKF International Limited network of legally independent firms, and provides local expertise in accounting and business advisory services.

The Provost 3H Fund – Habit Award is presented to the graduand from the graduating cohort who most exemplifies the Habit component of SUSS' 3H (Head, Heart, and Habit) educational philosophy.

About the Donor

The Provost 3H Fund was established to honour SUSS' Founding Provost for his pioneering spirit and innovative leadership. The Provost 3H Fund aims to inspire students to embrace innovation in their educational pursuits while reinforcing the spirit of resilience and a passion for lifelong learning.

The PwC Award in Financial and Management Accounting is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Accountancy programme:

  • Advanced Corporate Reporting (ACC302)
  • Strategic Management Accounting (ACC311)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by PwC Singapore. With over 110 partners, PwC Singapore provides organisations with the professional service they need, wherever they may be located. 

'The Rajah & Tann Foundation Top Law Graduate Prize is presented to the top student from the Bachelor of Laws and Juris Doctor programmes.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Rajah & Tann Foundation, the vehicle through which Rajah & Tann pilots its charitable endeavours and contributions.

The SAGE Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Arts (Sociology) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by SAGE Publications Asia-Pacific Pte Ltd. SAGE is driven by the belief that social and behavioral science has the power to improve society, and focuses on publishing impactful research and enabling robust research methodology.

The SAS Business Forecasting Book Prize is presented to the top graduating student in the following course from the Bachelor of Science (Business Analytics) programme:

  • Business Forecasting (ANL317)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by SAS Institute Pte Ltd. Founded in 1976, SAS is the leader in analytics. Through innovative analytics, business intelligence and data management software and services, SAS empowers and inspires customers around the world to transform data into intelligence and helps customers at more than 80,000 sites make better decisions faster. 

The SAS Programming and Its Application Book Prize is presented to the top graduating student in the following course from the Bachelor of Science (Business Analytics) programme:

  • SAS Programming and its Application (ANL351)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by SAS Institute Pte Ltd. Founded in 1976, SAS is the leader in analytics. Through innovative analytics, business intelligence and data management software and services, SAS empowers and inspires customers around the world to transform data into intelligence and helps customers at more than 80,000 sites make better decisions faster. 

The Singapore Logistics Association Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Science (Logistics and Supply Chain Management) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Singapore Logistics Association (SLA). Established since 1973, SLA envisions representing Singapore logistics with a mission to promote professionalism and excellence of the logistics industry. As a trade association and strong fraternity advocate, its membership of close to 600 business entities offers a diverse scope of logistics and logistics ancillary support services. SLA fulfills its objects in close collaboration and engagement with logistics companies, academia, trade associations, business partners, government agencies, international organisations and professionals.

The Singapore Tamil Teachers' Union Bronze Award is presented to the third top graduating student from the Bachelor of Arts (Tamil Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

The award is made possible by the Singapore Tamil Teachers' Union.

The SISV Achievement Award in BPM Cost Measurement is presented to the top graduating student from the following courses:
  • Cost Management for Architectural Works (BPM207)
  • Cost Management for C&S Works (BPM209)
  • Cost Management for M&E Works (BPM309)
  • Cost Planning and Estimation (BPM307)

About the Donor

The SISV Achievement Award in QSM Measurement is made possible by the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV). Established in 1982, the Institute aims to advance and facilitate the development and sharing of knowledge in the domains of Land Surveying, Quantity Surveying, and Valuation and General Practice.

The SISV Achievement Award in QSM Measurement is presented to the top graduating student from the following courses:
  • Construction Measurement Civil & Structural Works (QSM201)
  • Construction Measurement Architectural and M&E Works (QSM202)
  • Construction Measurement Advanced Civil & Structural Works (QSM301)
  • Construction Measurement Specialist Work (QSM302)

About the Donor

The SISV Achievement Award in QSM Measurement is made possible by the Singapore Institute of Surveyors and Valuers (SISV). Established in 1982, the Institute aims to advance and facilitate the development and sharing of knowledge in the domains of Land Surveying, Quantity Surveying, and Valuation and General Practice.

The Social Work Book Prize is presented to the top graduating student from the Master of Social Work programme.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by the Lee Foundation, a charitable foundation founded in 1952 by Tan Sri Dato Dr Lee Kong Chian for the advancement of education, healthcare and cultural activities, and other social causes.

The Social Work Book Prize is presented to the most outstanding student from the Bachelor (Honours) of Social Work programme.

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Professor S Vasoo. Prof Vasoo served as the Head of the Department of Social Work and Psychology at the National University of Singapore from 1987 to 2000. He was a Member of Parliament from 1984 to 2001 and he also served as Chairman of the Government Parliamentary Committee for Community Development.

The Sri Vinayaka Exports Pte Ltd Book Prize is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Tamil Language and Literature):

  • Theory of Translation (TLL301)
  • Practice of Translation (TLL302)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Sri Vinayaka Exports Pte Ltd. Established in Singapore in 1994, Sri Vinayaka prides itself in sourcing for quality products and fostering long-lasting partnership.

The ST Engineering Aerospace Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Engineering (Aerospace Systems) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the ST Engineering Aerospace. A global technology, defence and engineering group specialising in the aerospace, electronics, land systems and marine sectors, ST Engineering Aerospace brings innovation and technology together to create people-centric, multi-disciplinary, smart engineering solutions for customers in the defence, government and commercial segment in more than 100 countries. 

The Sunray Woodcraft Construction Book Prize in Construction IT & BIM is presented to the student in the Bachelor of Building and Project Management degree programme who has achieved the highest aggregate score in the following course:

  • Construction IT & BIM 

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Sunray Woodcraft Construction Pte Ltd. Founded in 1987 as a family-run, carpentry trade business, Sunray is now  Singapore's largest interior fit-out, addition and alteration works specialist. 

The Sunray Woodcraft Construction Book Prize in Construction IT & BJM is presented to the student in the Bachelor of Building and Project Management degree programme who has achieved the highest aggregate score in the following course:
  • Project Scheduling and Control 

About the Donor

The award is made possible by Sunray Woodcraft Construction Pte Ltd. Founded in 1987 as a family-run, carpentry trade business, Sunray is now  Singapore's largest interior fit-out, addition and alteration works specialist.  

The SUSS-EMP Alumni Entrepreneurship Award is presented to 3 graduating students who have demonstrated excellence in the area of entrepreneurship. The award is by nomination only.

About the Donor

The EMP Alumni comprises of business leaders who are passionate about lifelong learning, and building a culture of entrepreneurship among today's university students.

The Synergy Financial Advisers Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Science (Marketing) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Synergy Financial Advisers Pte Ltd. As a financial advisory firm, Synergy strives to be the new standard in financial guidance, creating significant value for their clients.

The Tableau Book Prize is presented at Convocation to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Science (Business Analytics) programme:

  • Data Visualisation for Business (ANL201)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by Tableau Asia Pacific Pte Ltd. Tableau helps people see and understand data, and empowers users to make the most of their data.

The Tamil Language & Cultural Society Silver Award is presented to the second top graduating student from the Bachelor of Arts (Tamil Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

The award is made possible by the Tamil Language & Council Society.

The Tamil Language Council Gold Award is presented to the top graduating student from the Bachelor of Arts (Tamil Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

The award is made possible by the Tamil Language Council. The Tamil Language Council was formed in 2000 to promote the awareness and greater use of Tamil language among Indian Singaporeans; to popularise the Tamil Language; and to work with government, educational institutions, social organisations and individuals to achieve the objectives.

The Taylor & Francis Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Science (Psychology) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Taylor & Francis Asia Pacific. Taylor & Francis partners with world-class authors, from leading scientists and researchers, to scholars and professionals operating at the top of their fields. The organisation is one of the world’s leading publishers of scholarly journals, books, eBooks, text books and reference works.

The Chinese Alumni Achievement Award (Language) Achievement Award is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Language and Literature) programme:

  • Selected Readings in Chinese (CCC101)
  • Writing in Chinese: Major Genres and Styles (CCC103) / Chinese Writing (CTI103)
  • Modern Chinese Grammar and Rhetoric (CCC201)
  • Applied Chinese Phonetics and Lexicology (CLS115)
  • Chinese Etymology (CLS301)
  • Chinese Lexicology and Grammar (CLS311)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by an anonymous donor.

The Chinese Alumni Achievement Award (Literature) Achievement Award is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Language and Literature) programme:

  • Pre-Qin to Northern-Southern Dynasty Literature of China (CLS201)
  • Sui-Tang Dynasty Literature of China (CLS202)
  • Song-Yuan Dynasty Literature of China (CLS203)
  • Ming-Qing Dynasty Literature of China (CLS204)
  • Issues in Pre-war Modern Chinese Literature of Singapore and Malaya (CLS313e)
  • Issues in Post-war Modern Chinese Literature of Singapore and Malaya (CLS315e)

About the Donor

This award is made possible by an anonymous donor.

The Lee Foundation Achievement Award in TESOL is presented to the top graduating student in the following courses from the Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics (TESOL) programme:

  • TESOL Methods (TSL508)
  • TESOL Curriculum (TSL509)

And best 2 out of the following 4 elective courses:

  • Pedagogical Grammar (TSL561)
  • Materials Development (TSL563)
  • Language Testing and Evaluation (TSL565)
  • English for Specific Purposes (TSL567)

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the Lee Foundation, a charitable foundation founded in 1952 by Tan Sri Dato Dr Lee Kong Chian for the advancement of education, healthcare and cultural activities, and other social causes.

The Lee Foundation Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Master of Arts in Applied Linguistics (TESOL) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by the Lee Foundation, a charitable foundation founded in 1952 by Tan Sri Dato Dr Lee Kong Chian for the advancement of education, healthcare and cultural activities, and other social causes.

The Prophet Muhammad’s Birthday Memorial Scholarship Fund Board’s (LBKM) Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Arts (Malay Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Lembaga Biasiswa Kenangan Maulud (LBKM). LBKM has come a long way since its inception, evolving from a small but relentless bursary-disbursing organisation into a renowned bursary institution and a pillar of the Malay and Muslim community. Today, LBKM has become an icon that is synonymous with the provision of financial assistance to their students in their pursuit of academic excellence.

The Write Connection Achievement Award in English Language is presented to the top graduating student in the English Language courses from the Bachelor of Arts (English Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by The Write Connection (TWC). Since 2012, TWC has employed a matchless methodology in teaching English that has earned great respect from both educators and customers.

The Write Connection Achievement Award in English Language is presented to the top graduating student in the English Literature courses from the Bachelor of Arts (English Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

This award is made possible by The Write Connection (TWC). Since 2012, TWC has employed a matchless methodology in teaching English that has earned great respect from both educators and customers.

The Vangat Ramayah Memorial Prize in Criminal Law is presented to the top graduating student from the criminal law courses offered at the School of Law.

About the Donor

The Vangat Ramayah Memorial Prizes were established in 2018 to honour the memory of the late Mr Vangat Ramayah, an outstanding lawyer and arbitrator who made invaluable contributions to the law community in Singapore.

The Vangat Ramayah Memorial Prize in Family Law is presented to the top graduating student from the family law courses offered at the School of Law.

About the Donor

The Vangat Ramayah Memorial Prizes were established in 2018 to honour the memory of the late Mr Vangat Ramayah, an outstanding lawyer and arbitrator who made invaluable contributions to the law community in Singapore.

The Vincent & Rosemary Khoo Applied Gerontology Research Award is presented to two graduating students with the best research papers from the Applied Research in Gerontology course.

About the Donor

The  Vincent & Rosemary Khoo Applied Gerontology Research Award is made possible by Dr Rosemary Khoo, in recognition of students who are passionate about making meaningful contributions to the silver economy.

The Vincent Khoo Kah Tat Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the following programmes:

  • Bachelor of Communication with English Language
  • Bachelor of Communication with English Language (Honours)
  • Bachelor of Communication

About the Donor

The Vincent Khoo Kah Tat Awards was established in memory of the late Mr Vincent Khoo. Mr Khoo was an educator who advocated lifelong learning and service to the community.

The Yangzheng Foundation Awards are presented to the top 3 graduating students from the Bachelor of Arts (Chinese Language and Literature) programme.

About the Donor

The awards are made possible by Yangzheng Foundation. The objectives of the Foundation are to promote, foster, develop and improve education in Singapore and to provide financial support for deserving students and other charitable bodies to aid social development of the society.

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Convocation 2021 - Awards and Donors

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