SLAAN 2025: Celebrating Student Excellence and Leadership

SLAAN 2025: Celebrating Student Excellence and Leadership

02 Sep 25 | All, Student Leadership

SLAAN 2025: Celebrating Student Excellence and Leadership

On 9 July 2025, the SIM Student Development team proudly hosted the annual Student Leaders’ Awards & Appreciation Night (SLAAN) at the SIM Multi-Purpose Hall — an evening dedicated to celebrating their remarkable contributions to student life.

 

This year’s SLAAN recognised students who have gone above and beyond in leading clubs, mentoring peers, volunteering, and building a vibrant and inclusive campus community. Whether through event planning or peer support, their efforts have left a lasting impact on campus life. 

✨ The Performance ✨

The celebration was elevated by performances from Esprimere Band, who performed “The Climb” and “Come Inside of My Heart,” and the SIM Guitar and Strings Ensemble, who presented “Beauty and the Beast” and “Fly Me to the Moon.”

Both groups captivated the audience with their heartfelt renditions.

✨ The Awards ✨

The evening was graced by Mr David Chua, Chief Executive Officer of the National Youth Council (NYC), who delivered an inspiring keynote on the power of youth leadership.

🎓 Awards Presented at SLAAN 2025:


  • 🏅 Impetus Award

  • 🌟 Impact Award

  • 🤝 Peer Mentoring Award

  • 📝 Certificate of Appreciation

  • 🏆 Excellence Award

  • ✨ Helm Award
  • 🎉 Outstanding Event Award

 

These awards celebrate excellence across leadership, initiative, mentorship, and service — and reflect the heart, energy, and dedication our students bring to the SIM community.

“My biggest takeaway is to accept that you might not know all the answers. Your members may come to you for guidance and you are expected to be a rock. This can distort you to thinking that you are always right and only your way works.

Do not let that perception creep in, always be humble and open to new opinions and experiences.”

– Jees Adams, President of RMITSC

“Being in SIMAA helped me to hone my interpersonal skills by giving me the chance to be a part of a team and learn how to communicate effectively……I started to learn how to create teams and how to manage them so that we work as one functioning body to execute our goals.”

– Trevor Tan, President of Accounting Association

🌟 Congratulations to all awardees!
🌟

Your passion, resilience, and commitment continue to uplift and inspire those around you. As SIM continues to empower future-ready leaders, may your stories of service and leadership spark even more students to step forward and make a difference.

Links to full event photos:

Part 1: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1HDvxsDbig/ 

Part 2: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/176VEsQuZ1/

Part 3: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1749yAiwxD/

 

SIM Dragon Boat’s June 2025 Highlights

SIM Dragon Boat’s June 2025 Highlights

21 Aug 25 | All, Sports & Fitness

SIM Dragon Boat’s June 2025 Highlights

June 2025 was a month of passion, power, and podium finishes for the SIM Dragon Boat Team — and our paddlers showed up stronger than ever. Across three major competitions, our teams battled it out against top competitors and proved that resilience, heart, and teamwork make champions.

 

Here’s a look back at our standout moments:

🏆 1st Place – One Paddle North East

(Tertiary Women’s Category)


Date: 14 June 2025

Our Tertiary Women’s team opened the month with a stunning performance at the One Paddle North East Race at Bedok Reservoir, conquering the 500m race to take 1st place. Facing off against other polytechnic and university crews, our paddlers powered through with intensity, trust, and sheer will — proving that hard work and unity always pay off.

🥉 3rd Place – Singapore Dragon Boat Festival

(SDBF: Premier Mixed)


Date: 21 June 2025


Competing in the fiercely contested Premier Mixed 500m race, our crew pushed through multiple heats to earn a well-deserved 3rd place finish at the SDBF. It was a proud moment that reflected the hours of training and the team’s unbreakable spirit — each stroke a testament to the strength of our community.

🥈 2nd Place – Prime Minister Cup

(Women’s Category)

Date: 22 June 2025

Over a grueling 1000m course, our Women’s crew held nothing back at the Prime Minister Cup. With relentless grit and discipline, they raced their way to 2nd place, beating out some of the toughest university competitors. Their performance stood out not just in strength, but in the unity and determination that powered them across the finish line.

💪 4th Place – Prime Minister Cup

(Men’s Category)


Date: 22 June 2025


Our Men’s team took on the same 1000m challenge with grit and courage. Though they narrowly missed the podium with a 4th place finish, the race was a valuable reflection of growth and potential. With sights set on next season, this experience fuels our drive to train harder and reach higher.

June was more than just a month of medals — it was a celebration of progress, perseverance, and the power of team spirit. 

Beyond GPA: Your Official SIM Non-Academic Transcript

Beyond GPA: Your Official SIM Non-Academic Transcript

23 Jul 25 | All

Beyond GPA: Your Official SIM Non-Academic Transcript

You’ve joined clubs, led teams, volunteered, and grown beyond the classroom. But how do you showcase all that?

Introducing the SIM Non-Academic Student Portfolio Transcript – your official, SIM-recognised record of everything you’ve achieved outside your academic modules. Ready for download anytime via the MySIM app.

Why It Matters:

  1. For Job Applications – Show employers your leadership, teamwork, and soft skills beyond your GPA.
  2. For Further Studies – Stand out with a complete picture of your personal and professional growth.
  3. For Yourself – Reflect on your journey and track your milestones.

How to download it?

Every leadership role.

Every project.

Every volunteer moment.

 

Download your Student Portfolio Transcript today via MySIM App – and let your experiences speak for you!

Mid-Year Milestone: SIM Lifesaving Club Shines at NUS Invitational 2025

Mid-Year Milestone: SIM Lifesaving Club Shines at NUS Invitational 2025

15 Jul 25 | All, Sports & Fitness, Leadership & Development

Mid-Year Milestone: SIM Lifesaving Club Shines at NUS Invitational 2025

As we reach the halfway mark of 2025, SIM’s Swimming & Lifesaving Club has already made this year one to remember. At the recent NUS Lifesaving Invitational, the team delivered an outstanding performance, walking away with not just medals but also national records to their name.

 

The team’s hard work and determination led to a well-deserved 3rd Place in A-Division Men’s Team, and 3rd Place Overall in the A-Division category.

In total, the team proudly secured:

🏆 4 Gold medals

🏆 3 Silver medals

🏆 3 Bronze medals

 

A special highlight of the competition was the record-breaking swims by Vanessa Ong and Ray Ong, who each set new national records — a proud moment for both the team and SIM.
But behind the success lies more than just competition results. This achievement reflects the countless training sessions, the commitment of every team member, and the constant encouragement from coaches and supporters.

 

🎉 Congratulations to our SIM Swimming & Lifesaving Club on their strong showing and here’s to more victories ahead!

SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) at NTUMUN 2025

SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) at NTUMUN 2025

30 Jun 25 | All, Special Interest Club

SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) at NTUMUN 2025

 

The SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) is proud to have broadened opportunities for its MUN trainees by facilitating their participation in the prestigious Nanyang Technological University Model United Nations (NTUMUN 2025) Conference. The event was held from 14 to 16 March 2025 at the NTU campus.

Organised by the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Debating Society, NTUMUN 2025 offered an outstanding platform for student delegates to connect, engage in discussions, and collaborate on important global topics within a simulated United Nations setting. The event featured a diverse array of committees that tackled critical international issues through in-depth debate.

 

Building on the global exposure gained from previous international conferences, such as the Harvard National Model United Nations (HNMUN), IAS-MUN continues its commitment to nurturing the student delegates by strengthening representation at both local and international levels.

Over the years, insights brought back by past delegations and trainer teams have helped enhance IAS-MUN’s institutional knowledge and training standards. Participation in MUN conferences not only sharpens students’ diplomatic, research, and public speaking skills but also helps identify promising candidates for future international representation and training roles in IAS-MUN.

NTUMUN 2025 marked another milestone in this journey, with IAS-MUN delegates delivering a strong performance and receiving several accolades:

 

 

  1. Best Delegate – Simran Rajpal
  2. Outstanding Delegates (Double Delegation) – Aditya Hegade and Marcus Tan
  3. Honourable Mention – Iniyavan Sureshkumar
  4. Verbal Commendation – Mary Tok

(Note: While a Verbal Commendation is not a paper award, it is officially acknowledged during the conference and awards ceremony.)

These achievements are a testament to the dedication, resilience, and potential of our student delegates. Stay tuned as IAS-MUN continues to make strides on both the local and global MUN stage.

SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) at NTUMUN 2025

 

The SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) is proud to have broadened opportunities for its MUN trainees by facilitating their participation in the prestigious Nanyang Technological University Model United Nations (NTUMUN 2025) Conference. The event was held from 14 to 16 March 2025 at the NTU campus.

Organised by the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Debating Society, NTUMUN 2025 offered an outstanding platform for student delegates to connect, engage in discussions, and collaborate on important global topics within a simulated United Nations setting. The event featured a diverse array of committees that tackled critical international issues through in-depth debate.

 

Building on the global exposure gained from previous international conferences, such as the Harvard National Model United Nations (HNMUN), IAS-MUN continues its commitment to nurturing the student delegates by strengthening representation at both local and international levels.

Over the years, insights brought back by past delegations and trainer teams have helped enhance IAS-MUN’s institutional knowledge and training standards. Participation in MUN conferences not only sharpens students’ diplomatic, research, and public speaking skills but also helps identify promising candidates for future international representation and training roles in IAS-MUN.

NTUMUN 2025 marked another milestone in this journey, with IAS-MUN delegates delivering a strong performance and receiving several accolades:

  1. Best Delegate – Simran Rajpal
  2. Outstanding Delegates (Double Delegation) – Aditya Hegade and Marcus Tan
  3. Honourable Mention – Iniyavan Sureshkumar
  4. Verbal Commendation – Mary Tok

(Note: While a Verbal Commendation is not a paper award, it is officially acknowledged during the conference and awards ceremony.)

These achievements are a testament to the dedication, resilience, and potential of our student delegates. Stay tuned as IAS-MUN continues to make strides on both the local and global MUN stage.

SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) at NTUMUN 2025

 

The SIM International Affairs Society – Model United Nations (IAS-MUN) is proud to have broadened opportunities for its MUN trainees by facilitating their participation in the prestigious Nanyang Technological University Model United Nations (NTUMUN 2025) Conference. The event was held from 14 to 16 March 2025 at the NTU campus.

Organised by the Nanyang Technological University (NTU) Debating Society, NTUMUN 2025 offered an outstanding platform for student delegates to connect, engage in discussions, and collaborate on important global topics within a simulated United Nations setting. The event featured a diverse array of committees that tackled critical international issues through in-depth debate.

 

Building on the global exposure gained from previous international conferences, such as the Harvard National Model United Nations (HNMUN), IAS-MUN continues its commitment to nurturing the student delegates by strengthening representation at both local and international levels.

Over the years, insights brought back by past delegations and trainer teams have helped enhance IAS-MUN’s institutional knowledge and training standards. Participation in MUN conferences not only sharpens students’ diplomatic, research, and public speaking skills but also helps identify promising candidates for future international representation and training roles in IAS-MUN.

NTUMUN 2025 marked another milestone in this journey, with IAS-MUN delegates delivering a strong performance and receiving several accolades:

  1. Best Delegate – Simran Rajpal
  2. Outstanding Delegates (Double Delegation) – Aditya Hegade and Marcus Tan
  3. Honourable Mention – Iniyavan Sureshkumar
  4. Verbal Commendation – Mary Tok

(Note: While a Verbal Commendation is not a paper award, it is officially acknowledged during the conference and awards ceremony.)

These achievements are a testament to the dedication, resilience, and potential of our student delegates. Stay tuned as IAS-MUN continues to make strides on both the local and global MUN stage.