19 Oct 25 | All, World of Potential, Student Leadership, Leadership & Development
OCIP Sabah 2025: Beyond Borders, Shaping Tomorrow’s Leaders
From 3 to 11 October 2025, eight SIM students travelled to Sabah under the guidance of the Student Life team as part of the Overseas Community Involvement Project (OCIP).
Through the BEST (Be English Speaker Today) programme, the volunteers conducted interactive English lessons at rural schools, using games, storytelling, and simple conversations to help students build confidence in speaking English. Over six days, the team reached more than 200 students across seven schools.
Beyond the classrooms, the experience challenged volunteers to adapt to unfamiliar environments, work closely as a team, and support one another through long days and limited resources. These moments helped shape their resilience, empathy, and leadership skills.
OCIP Sabah showed that learning does not only happen in classrooms. Through service, students discovered how much they could grow when they stepped beyond borders.
02 Oct 25 | All, World of Potential, Leadership & Development
SIM Students Clinch Champion Title at the 2025 CFA Society Singapore University Ethics Challenge
A team of three students from the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) has emerged Champion at the 2025 CFA Society Singapore University Ethics Challenge, held on 27 September 2025.
Ng Zi En (most left), Chen Lin (middle), Justin Fung (most right)
The winning team comprised Chen Lin and Fung Kai Min Justin from the RMIT University Bachelor of Business programme, and Ng Zi En from the University of London Economics and Finance.
Competing against leading universities in Singapore, the team impressed the judging panel with clear ethical reasoning, robust financial analysis and a well-structured presentation.
The CFA Society Singapore University Ethics Challenge is an annual competition that prepares aspiring investment professionals to navigate complex ethical dilemmas. Participants analyse real-world cases and present their recommendations to a panel of industry experts, demonstrating technical competence, professional judgement and integrity.
This achievement highlights SIM’s commitment to developing graduates who combine academic excellence with ethical leadership and professional readiness. It also reflects the dedication and teamwork of the three students as they prepared for the rigorous competition.
Huge congratulations to Chen Lin, Justin and Zi En on this remarkable accomplishment and celebrates their success in representing the university with excellence and integrity.
18 Aug 25 | Student Leadership, Leadership & Development
Beginning the Leadership Journey at EQuip Leadership and Training Camp
Stepping into a student leadership role marks the start of an exciting journey filled with opportunities, responsibilities, and personal growth. To support newly appointed student leaders as they begin this chapter, the Student Life team organised the EQuip Leadership and Training Camp 2025, held on 15 and 16 August 2025.
The two-day camp brought together student leaders from various CCA clusters, creating a collaborative environment where participants could learn from one another while developing key leadership skills. Through a series of interactive workshops, group discussions, and hands-on activities, participants explored important topics such as self-awareness, people management, and effective communication.
A central focus of the camp was encouraging leaders to reflect on their individual leadership styles, decision-making approaches, and ways of working with their committees. These reflective sessions helped participants gain a clearer understanding of their strengths and areas for growth, equipping them with the confidence needed to lead their respective clubs and organisations.
Beyond developing leadership competencies, the camp also emphasised the importance of teamwork, collaboration, and well-being. By working closely with fellow student leaders, participants built meaningful connections across different CCAs and developed a stronger sense of community within the student leadership network.
As part of Student Life’s ongoing leadership development initiatives, the EQuip Leadership and Training Camp continues to provide student leaders with valuable tools, practical experiences, and a supportive environment to grow and thrive. The camp serves as a strong starting point for leaders to build the skills and mindset needed to positively impact their clubs, peers, and the wider student community.
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!
11 Jul 25 | All, Student Leadership, Leadership & Development
In June 2025, SIM students took part in the H3 Vietnam Project under the Overseas Community Involvement Programme (OCIP). The trip was held in Tra Vinh, a village near Ho Chi Minh, and organised by Transformer, a subcommittee under the University of London Student Representative Club. Over two weeks, the team worked with the local community through teaching, cultural exchange, and construction.
Sharing Cultures in the Classroom
During lessons, students shared about Singapore’s heritage and food, such as Sultan Mosque, Chicken Rice and Laksa.
They also introduced traditional childhood games like five stones, colour sticks and country eraser. These simple activities helped to break the ice, and both groups enjoyed learning and laughing together.
Building the outdoor library space
Outside of the classroom, the team focused on building an outdoor library space. Tasks included laying concrete flooring, putting up walls and planting grass. The hot weather made the work challenging, but everyone supported one another and kept going. Completing the library was a proud moment for the team, knowing that it will be a useful space for the community. This trip was more than just volunteering. Through teaching and construction, students gained a better understanding of cross-cultural teamwork and how education can support community growth. Living among the locals also taught important lessons about humility, adaptability and respect. Even small contributions, when done with sincerity, can leave a lasting impact.
27 May 25 | All, World of Potential, Student Leadership, Leadership & Development
A Day to Remember: The Junior Olympics!
This article was written by Bryden Chew, the In-Charge (IC) of The Junior Olympics Event and a member of the Community Involvement team representing the Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology (RMIT) Student Council.
The Junior Olympics, a sports day event, was specially curated for children from underprivileged backgrounds by the RMIT Student Council. A part of RMIT Student Council’s commitment is to give back to the community, hence the event was more than just a recreational activity. The initiative aimed to create joyful memories, foster confidence and ensure that every child felt valued and supported.
Purpose: Sports as a Catalyst for Joy and Confidence
The idea behind the Junior Olympics was to give the children the chance to play and make new friends. We worked closely with a third-party partner, The Straits Times School Pocket Money Fund, to bring this vision to life and design a full day of sport activities, prizes and meaningful interaction. We believe that sports is a powerful tool to promote inclusion and teamwork. Many of the children may not have regular access to such opportunities, so giving them a day to shine meant more than we could have imagined.
Lasting Impact
For many children, this was their first experience participating in a sports event. Some expressed how it made them feel like they belonged, while parents and social workers shared how meaningful the event was in fostering inclusion and joy. It served as a powerful reminder that a few hours of thoughtfully planned fun can leave behind lasting, positive memories.
Overcoming Challenges: Driving Participation and Engagement
As with any initiative, the Junior Olympics encountered its share of challenges, particularly in garnering student involvement amidst a busy school calendar filled with competing events. The organising team adopted a multifaceted approach to raise awareness and sustain engagement. The organising team utilised social media campaigns, hosted smaller promotional activities and shared real stories to showcase the significance of the event. These strategies helped build awareness and encourage support across the school.
Improving the Process
While the Junior Olympics was a success, there are areas for improvement. Engaging stakeholders earlier and securing resources in advance would help streamline planning. Gathering feedback from participants and volunteers can also guide future enhancements.
Moving forward, using digital tools for coordination and expanding student outreach through class visits and peer promotion can boost participation and efficiency. These steps will help make future campaigns even more impactful and well-organised.
Looking Ahead
The success of the Junior Olympics has set the foundation for future initiatives. There are plans to make this an annual event, involving more student volunteers, community partners and sponsors. The long term goal is to continue fostering inclusion and empowerment for children who may otherwise be overlooked.
