This year’s Student Involvement Drive (SID) took a fresh approach, moving from the usual Atrium at Block A to the Student Hub at Block B. This change in venue and layout reshaped the flow of the event, creating an environment where clubs could engage more closely with students. Live performances and interactive challenges, especially from sports clubs, added a dynamic element to the event. The improved acoustics made conversations smoother and the overall atmosphere more vibrant and intimate.

The proximity of club booths encouraged greater interaction between student clubs, allowing them to collaborate in guiding students toward clubs aligned with their interests. The layout also provided an excellent opportunity for student leaders to reconnect after EQuip Leadership Camp (read about the camp here). New students were able to explore the wide range of CCAs SIM offers, with 58 clubs participated — part of SIM’s impressive roster of 80 clubs.

Another notable highlight was the food rotation, with nachos emerging as a crowd favourite, something we’ll certainly consider for next year. The increased engagement was evident, as this year’s SID welcomed 676 students — an improvement from last year’s 520 attendees in 2023.

For those who missed out on this year’s CCA recruitment, don’t worry! You can still express your interest in your preferred clubs by filling out this form using your SIM email: CCA Interest Form.

We value your feedback! If you have any suggestions to make SID’25 even better, feel free to email us at student-involvement@sim.edu.sg, or let us know in the comments section. Do share your thoughts—did you prefer this year’s Student Hub venue, or the Atrium from previous years?