Freshmen Success Series
The first four months are especially important for freshmen to learn the ropes and orient to SUSS culture. As part of our continuing efforts to support freshmen during their onboarding period, we have designed the 'Freshmen Success Series'.Freshmen Success Series is now open! Browse below for the list of workshops, seminars, and events. Do take note of their respective registration closing date and register early! To register, please click on the respective registration links below.
| Date | Time | Freshmen Success Series |
|---|---|---|
Wednesday, | 7:00pm to 8:00pm | Effective Reading Skills for University The transition to university requires students to be effective in managing time, making effective notes and reading. Reading is a central approach in learning. It is important to read independently and effectively to learn significant portions of a course of study. Unfortunately, many students read passively, failing to build comprehension or goal for reading. Active reading is a central approach to learning, and it requires a set of skills and discipline. This workshop will introduce students to active reading strategies to make reading more productive and meaningful. Open To Freshmen Only |
Saturday, | Session 1: 2:00pm Session 2: 2:45pm | How to use iSmartGuide iSmartGuide (iSG) is a dynamic, award-winning learning companion that transforms the way you study. Purposefully designed to meet diverse learning needs, the iSmartGuide combines thoughtfully structured content with AI-powered tools, such as the AI Tutor and AI Quiz, to enable personalised, adaptive, and self-paced learning, that is interactive and engaging. Open To Freshmen Only |
| Monday, 12 Jan 2026 | 7:00pm to 8:00pm | Presentation Essentials Presentations are commonly used in many organizations to communicate ideas and solutions as well as facilitate decision-making. Knowing how to ‘show-and-tell’ or let your audience ‘see’ what you are saying becomes one of the essential skills in the 21st century. Open To All Students |
| Wednesday, 14 Jan 2026 | 7:00pm to 8:00pm | Doing Case Analysis in School of Business This seminar provides an introduction to the case study analysis approach that will be used in many of our School of Business courses. The seminar is geared more towards giving freshmen (incoming new students) a good appreciation on how case analysis can enrich their learning experiences in SUSS, although existing students who like to know more about case analysis are also welcome to attend. Open To All Students |
| Saturday, 17 Jan 2026 | AM Session: PM Session: | Canvas Workshop in English and Mandarin As you begin your academic journey, mastering Canvas is the key to your success. Canvas is the learning platform where you will access Study Materials, Join Online Classes, and Submit Assignments. This workshop will ensure you can navigate Canvas confidently and efficiently, helping you stay organised and on top of your studies right from day one! Open to Freshmen Only |
| Tuesday, 20 Jan 2026 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | The Library How, Postgraduate Edition (Lunchtime session) SUSS Library brings you The Library How: a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research! Open To All Students |
| Wednesday, 21 Jan 2026 | 12:00pm to 1:00pm | The Library How for Undergraduates (Lunchtime session) SUSS Library brings you The Library How: a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research! Open To All Students |
| Friday, 23 Jan 2026 | 7:00pm to 9:00pm | Studying Effectively - The iSmartGuide in Action Department: Teaching & Learning Centre You are invited to join an exciting Freshmen Success Series focusing on revision skills and the use of the new iSmartGuide. In this session, our experts will first share tips on outcome-based learning and how to study more effectively. This will be followed by a demonstration of the important features in the iSmartGuide, such as the AI tutor. Don’t miss this chance to find out more about the exciting new tools to help you succeed! Open To All Students |
| Monday, 26 Jan 2026 | 6:00pm to 7:00pm | The Library How for Undergraduates (Evening session) SUSS Library brings you The Library How: a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research! Open To All Students |
Tuesday, | 6:00pm to 7:00pm | The Library How, Postgraduate Edition (Evening session) SUSS Library brings you The Library How: a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research! Open To All Students |
| Date | Time | Freshmen Success Series |
|---|---|---|
Saturday | 2:00pm to 5:00pm | Transform Your Leadership Style: A Workshop On Transformational Leadership For more information, view the workshop eDM here. Mode: Physical - SUSS Block C, Level 5, C.5.15 |