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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.
Tembusu Student Projects in Shortlist & Finalist of URA-REDAS SPARK Challenge 2021
March 02, 2022
Andrew and Chee Meng with their work Cash Love Clout
Two intervention projects from Tembusu College’s Singapore as ‘Model’ City? senior seminar were shortlisted for the third edition of URA-REDAS SPARK Challenge 2021, and one made it to the finalist stage!
The URA-REDAS SPARK Challenge is a national competition aimed at revitalising public spaces through innovative solutions and smart design interventions. Andrew Lee and Chan Chee Meng proposed their project 💵❤️🏆 (Cash Love Clout), while Kay Yeo and Julianne Leow, in partnership with Fayola, submitted the work Oodles of Noodles.
From mid-March 2022, Andrew and Chee Meng’s prototypes will be exhibited at Paya Lebar Quarters and SingPost Centre. Please head down to these malls to experience their work, and don’t forget to vote for them.
Well done students, for demonstrating what you have learnt in the classroom can have relevance and impact in the larger society!
Kay and Fayola’s proposal for Paya Lebar BID
Andrew and Chee Meng’s proposal for Paya Lebar BID


Cash Love Clout in UTown, NUS, and as seen from 3 different points of view
Students enjoying Oodles of Noodles at Town Green, NUS
Kay and Fayola presenting their ideas during the shortlist stage
Chee Meng and Andrew posing with their models