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News & Events
Almost every week, members of Tembusu College are invited to meet and chat with guests - both local and international - through a variety of hosted events. There is a huge diversity of backgrounds amongst our visitors, who range from politicians to diplomats, artists, writers, poets, and academics. Select an event category on the left to find out more.
Our events and members of our community are also frequently featured by the Press and Media. Visit the Newsroom to read the reports.
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Ethos
Tembusu College’s motto The Home of Possibilities, means we value the development of each individual according to her or his own path through life. At the same time we are a learning community, which seeks to give students an intense experience in a nurturing environment. The college administers (and awards certificates for) the prestigious University Town College Programme (UTCP), which augments students’ regular degree programmes by emphasising breadth, critical thinking, and exposure to inter-disciplinary thinking. Our curriculum includes both seminars and out-of-classroom learning experiences.
The college is not themed. Diversity is an important part of our ethos, and we offer learning opportunities across a broad spectrum of interests. We do, however, have particular areas of strength, which are reflected in the backgrounds of our faculty.
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Education
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College Life
A home away from home, the Tembusu College community is 21 storeys of collegiate spirit known for its friendly and welcoming culture.
Wake up or wind down through casual conversations with your Fellows and peers over meals at the Dining Hall. Sweat it out over sports at the Multi Purpose Hall. Huddle with like-minded individuals at one of the many Student-run Interest Groups & Student-Initiated Projects or start your own. Let loose or let your creativity flow in the well furnished Student Spaces. Be our Student Partners and contribute to the College community.
Need career advice? Stressed? Need help on personal issues? Or simply want catch up with friendly members of our Residential Team? We're here for you.
Tembusu College is much more than a home; it's a Home of Possibilities.
Elephant Parade Project
January 12, 2012
Tembusu College is a proud participant of the Elephant Parade Project 2011, which our Rector, Professor Tommy Koh, serves as patron. This project ties in very well with Tembusu's focus on sustainability and the fact that our five Houses are named after endangered species, one of which is the Asian elephant (Gaja House).
The project started with the adoption of two life-sized baby elephant sculptures that were painted, exhibited, and auctioned off by Sothebys to help raise awareness and funds towards the conservation of Asian elephants. Apart from painting the elephants, our students also played key roles as spotters and runners during the auction.
We are extremely delighted that our two elephants, Precious Ties and Blink of an Eye, raised $44000 and $9500 respectively, for the project. The buyer of Precious Ties, the Tang family, then generously donated the artwork back to the students of the college, so it could be displayed there in perpetuity with its companion.
For more information, visit the Elephant Parade Project
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