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Singapore Institute of Management: Student Life and Campus Communities Becoming a Key Deciding Factor in Higher Education
This shift reflects a broader trend across the sector, where institutions are being evaluated not only on academic outcomes, but also on their ability to provide holistic student experiences that support mental wellbeing, social integration, and career readiness.
At the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM), student engagement has become a central pillar of the learning experience, with a wide network of student led clubs and communities designed to support both personal and professional development.
A Growing Priority: Belonging and Wellbeing
Industry observations indicate that students, particularly those transitioning from secondary education or arriving from overseas, often face challenges such as social isolation, cultural adjustment, and limited peer support networks. Research also highlights that being away from familiar support systems and adapting to a new cultural and academic environment can be an isolating process, contributing to increased stress, anxiety, and reduced perceived social support
To address this, SIM has developed a structured student life ecosystem supported by its Student Development initiatives and programmes such as Project1095, which emphasises learning beyond the classroom and holistic growth. With close to 80 student clubs and co-curricular activities available, students are provided with multiple avenues to build connections and integrate into campus life.
From Co-Curricular Activities to Career Readiness
Student clubs are increasingly seen as more than recreational clubs, playing a meaningful role in preparing students for the workforce. Participation in such communities enables students to develop transferable skills aligned with employer expectations, including leadership, collaboration, and communication.
At SIM, student led initiatives span a broad spectrum, from arts and cultural groups that foster creativity and teamwork through performances and events, to sports and wellness communities that promote physical resilience and discipline. Leadership platforms such as student councils provide opportunities for students to organise initiatives and represent the student body, while international student communities support cultural integration and inclusivity.
In addition, special interest and professional clubs offer exposure to industry trends and peer led learning. Collectively, these platforms provide practical experiences that complement academic programmes and contribute to graduates’ overall employability.
Reflecting a Broader Shift in Higher Education
The increasing importance placed on student life reflects a wider evolution in higher education, where institutions are expected to support both academic achievement and personal development.
By investing in student communities and engagement, institutions like SIM are responding to this shift, providing environments where students can not only gain qualifications, but also build networks, resilience, and a strong sense of identity.
As prospective students weigh their options, the availability of vibrant campus communities and support systems is likely to remain a key differentiator in the higher education landscape.
Reference:
- The experience of loneliness among international students participating in the BBC Loneliness Experiment: Thematic analysis of qualitative survey data – https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2666518223000189?
- Mental health concerns and needs of international students in higher education settings: A scoping review protocol – https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC12334020/
- SIM CCA – https://www.sim.edu.sg/degrees-diplomas/life-at-sim/co-curricular-activities
- SIM Project 1095 – https://project1095.simge.edu.sg/
Hashtag: #SIMGlobalEducation #SIMGE #GlobalEducation #InternationalDegree #CareerReady #FutureSkills
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About SIM Global Education
SIM Global Education (SIM GE) is a leading private education institution in Singapore and the region. We offer more than 140 academic programmes ranging from diplomas and graduate diploma programmes to bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes with some of the world’s most reputable universities from Australia, Canada, Europe, United Kingdom, and the United States. SIM GE’s cohort is made up of 17,000 full- and part-time students and adult learners, of which approximately 41% are international students hailing from over 50 countries.
SIM GE’s holistic learning approach and culturally diverse learning environment aim to equip students with knowledge, industry skills and employability competencies, as well as a global perspective to succeed as future leaders in a fast-changing, technologically driven world.
For more information on SIM Global Education, visit www.sim.edu.sg
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YF Life Clinches Hong Kong Economic Journal’s “Outstanding Application of Diversified Investment Strategies” Award Once Again
Driving Sustainable Long-Term Value for Clients via the Innovative “Invesurance” Philosophy
HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 26 June 2026 – YF Life Insurance International Limited (YF Life) has once again been recognized at the Hong Kong Economic Journal (HKEJ) Insurance Excellence Awards 2026, clinching the prestigious “Outstanding Application of Diversified Investment Strategies” Award1. This accolade reaffirms YF Life’s leadership in insurance investment landscape, underscoring the company’s success in leveraging systematic asset allocation to generate long-term value for clients for its clients through its unique “Invesurance” (Insurance + Investment) philosophy.
Mr. Dennis Luk, Chief Investment Officer of YF Life, stated: “We are deeply honored to receive this prestigious recognition for the second consecutive year. At the core of YF Life’s investment strategy is the profound integration of ‘insurance’ and ‘investment’. Moving beyond traditional models, we utilize a dynamic, multi-asset allocation framework that spans fixed income, public equities, and private markets. Under our ‘1+N’ architecture, we partner with Barings2 to manage high-quality bond portfolios, while simultaneously collaborating with leading global asset management institutions to deploy capital across private equity and alternative investments. This strategic approach optimizes risk-adjusted returns and effectively mitigates market volatility.”
YF Life’s financial strength continues to be validated by leading international rating agencies. Following eight consecutive years of receiving an “A-” (Strong) Insurer Financial Strength (IFS) rating from Fitch, YF Life has also secured its “A3” Insurance Financial Strength Rating (IFSR) from Moody’s. These milestones are a testament to YF Life’s robust financial position, prudent capital management, and stringent risk-control capabilities.
Looking ahead, YF Life remains committed to deepening its “Invesurance” philosophy. The company will continue to focus on delivering sustainable and stable asset growth for clients, further building a forward-looking and resilient wealth management blueprint.
Organized by the Hong Kong Economic Journal, the Insurance Excellence Awards aim to honor outstanding enterprises within the insurance sector, recognizing industry peers who consistently innovate and enhance the quality of their products and services. This year, more than 10 awards were presented following a rigorous selection process conducted by a panel of professional judges.
Notes:
[1] https://features.hkej.com/template/features/html/isa2026/index.html
[2] https://www.barings.com/en-hk/guest
Hashtag: #YFLife
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Nexus Aesthetic Clinic to Host Pro Bono Aesthetic Literacy Talk for Women in Singapore
The session is designed to help members of the public ask clearer questions before deciding whether a medical aesthetic treatment is appropriate for them. Rather than focusing on any one procedure, the talk will cover consultation-first decision-making, how medical assessment should come before choosing treatments such as fil, and why natural-looking outcomes depend on suitability, restraint, and medical judgement.
As aesthetic treatments become more visible across social media and everyday conversation, consumers are often exposed to trend-led content before receiving a proper clinical assessment. Nexus Aesthetic Clinic says the pro bono session aims to bring the conversation back to patient suitability, risk-aware planning, and thoughtful decision-making.
The talk will be led by Dr Samantha Tay, Medical Director of Nexus Aesthetic Clinic. Attendees will learn what a responsible consultation should cover, including treatment history, skin condition, facial structure, medical considerations, expected trade-offs, and when a conservative approach may be more appropriate.
“Patients today are more informed than before, but they are also exposed to more aesthetic trends than ever,” said Dr Samantha Tay. “A good aesthetic decision should not begin with a treatment name. It should begin with a proper assessment of the patient’s face, skin quality, concerns, medical history, and whether treatment is appropriate in the first place.”
Community organisations interested in hosting similar pro bono education sessions may reach Nexus Aesthetic Clinic through the collaboration page.
Hashtag: #NexusAestheticClinic
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About Nexus Aesthetic Clinic
Nexus Aesthetic Clinic is a natural-led medical aesthetic clinic located at TripleOne Somerset in Singapore. Led by Medical Director Dr Samantha Tay, the clinic focuses on consultation-led aesthetic care, conservative treatment planning, and natural-looking outcomes.
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Putting Scientific Research Agents Within Reach — SCNet.AI Accelerates AI4S Innovation Powered by AI & HPC
Simplifying Innovation: From Bioinformatics to Industrial Simulation
SCNet.AI is positioned to bridge supply and demand for computing resources and unify an ecosystem of research software, delivering user-friendly research computing and scientific large model innovation environments for global research institutes, enterprises and independent developers.
SCNet.AI covers three core research scenarios:
- Life Science & Bioinformatics: Tailored for biopharma firms and universities;
- Industrial Manufacturing: CFD fluid simulation and FEA finite element analysis for automotive and semiconductor sectors;
- Physical & Chemical Research: Molecular dynamics simulation for researchers in materials and new energy sectors.
Built around the integrated development philosophy of “data, computing power, models and applications”，SCNet.AI addresses pain points of open-source large models including difficult deployment, high usage costs and complicated adaptation, and provides end-to-end technical support from environment deployment to task tuning, substantially lowering the operational barrier for researchers to access AI4S computing resources.
E-commerce-style Operational Model: Instant Access & Elastic Scheduling
SCNet.AI’s standout innovation lies in its proprietary AI4S application marketplace model. Much like mainstream e-commerce platforms that connect physical goods buyers and sellers, SCNet.AI matches computing power, datasets, research models and industry applications with researchers.
This model delivers three distinct competitive advantages:
- Instant on-demand access. All software is delivered via SaaS, while research AI agents are deployed under MaaS. Users can run tools online after subscription without local downloading, installation or maintenance.
- Elastic scaling. Computing resources can be precisely allocated on demand for workloads ranging from simulation calculations to large model training.
- Unified innovation ecosystem. Beyond being a computing power trading hub, SCNet.AI serves as a global collaborative platform for scientific research and innovation.
Currently, hundreds of premium applications, datasets and model products have already been listed on the platform. Users can select research applications on demand just like browsing an e-commerce site, eliminating the need to build in-house computing clusters or hire dedicated operation and maintenance staff. Simple registration unlocks full access, drastically cutting the overall hidden AI4S cost.
To lower entry barriers for researchers worldwide, SCNet.AI offers a complimentary resource kit for all newly registered users, including 10M Tokens, 100 GPU Hours (AI Inference) and 100 CPU Core Hours (HPC). These resources can support dozens of inference runs for mainstream foundation models, lightweight model fine-tuning, or complete end-to-end CFD and molecular dynamics simulation experiments.
This promotion is valid from June 23 to July 23, 2026 and open exclusively to first-time registrants. Each new account entity is entitled to claim the resource kit only once. All redeemed resources expire 90 days after collection. Quantities are limited and will be distributed on a first-come, first-served basis until exhausted.
For full information, please visit our official website at www.scnet.ai.
Hashtag: #SCNet.AI
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