Interested in exchange? Sign up for Global Relations Office’s (GRO) E-Study Abroad Talks and E-SEP Clinic to learn more.

Sign up for the Study Abroad Talk Series here:

1. Americas: https://myaces.nus.edu.sg/CoE/ViewEvent?actionParam=VIEWEVENT&eventID=96184
2. Asia & Australasia: https://myaces.nus.edu.sg/CoE/ViewEvent?actionParam=VIEWEVENT&eventID=96185
3. Europe & Middle East: https://myaces.nus.edu.sg/CoE/ViewEvent?actionParam=VIEWEVENT&eventID=96186

Additionally, GRO would also be running the E-SEP Clinic from 7-25 Sep 2020 (Mon, Wed and Fri) where you can clarify any SEP related questions and they will be happy to share their experience from application to travel planning and advice for any questions you might have.

Sign up for the E-SEP clinics here: https://bit.ly/askapal

GRO will send the meeting links to your NUS email address. Hope to see you there!

Cheers,

Your Peer Advising Leaders (PALs)

Peer Advising Programme

Global Relations Office (GRO)

15-21 December 2019, co-hosted by Universitas Airlangga, Surabaya and Diponegoro University, Semarang, Indonesia.

Registration deadline: 30 November 2019.

To register or find out more about the program, click here. Please also submit your application at EduRec to be covered by the NUS Students Travel Insurance.

<Message from NUS Overseas Colleges – NOC>

SSES (Stockholm School of Entrepreneurship) will be organizing a “Future of Finance International Bootcamp” in Singapore from 11 to 15 November 2019 together with their partner Nordea, one of the largest financial groups in the Nordics.

The “Future of Finance International Bootcamp” will explore how finance will influence the way we live, love and work in future.  During this intense one week Bootcamp, participants from Singapore and Sweden will collaborate to prototype solutions with a Fintech and Design Thinking focus.  Through a variety of immersions and excursions, participants will meet entrepreneurs and other experts in Fintech and Design thinking.  More details are given at the link https://www.sses.se/event/future-of-finance/ and interested participants may apply on the link here. https://www.lyyti.fi/reg/future_of_finance

Application deadline is Sun 20 Oct 2019.

<Message from GRO>

Dear Students,

Planning to have an exchange semester at the University of Mannheim (UniMA), Germany? 😊

To give you an intimate glimpse of life at UniMA, Ms Gledis Londo will be coming to NUS (and you) on 22 October 2019:

To sign up for the session, click here!

We look forward to having you at this session!

For more information, feel free contact Mr Hafidz (hafidz@nus.edu.sg) from the NUS Global Relations Office.

Regards,

NUS Global Relations Office

<Message from GRO>

Darwin, Darwinism & Conservation in the Galapagos Islands – a talk by Dr Diego Quiroga

Join us as we explore how Darwin’s legendary and mythologised visit to the Galapagos affected the socio-ecosystems of the Islands, as well as the culture and intellectual traditions of Ecuador and Latin America. The lecture will highlight how the connection between Darwin and the Galapagos has had real, enduring and paradoxical effects in the Archipelago. This twentieth century construct of the Galapagos as the cradle of Darwin’s theory and insights triggers not on the definition of the Galapagos as a living natural laboratory, but also the production of a series of conservation practices and the reshaping of the Galapagos as a tourism destination with an increasingly important flow of tourists that potentially threaten its fragile ecosystems. During the talk, it will be argued that the idea of a Darwinian living laboratory has been limited by the success of the very same constructs that promote its conservation. The talk will suggest critical interpretations of this paradox by questioning many of the dichotomies that have been created to understand nature and its conservation. The lecture will explore some possible ways in which Darwin’s ideas can be used to better understand the social and natural threats facing the Islands and to develop sustainable and successful management practices.

About speaker

Diego has led research and international programs at Universidad San Francisco de Quito USFQ for over 10 years. His efforts and vision have ranked USFQ as the No. 1 University for Internationalization in the Latin America Region (Times Higher Education). Currently, he is Vice President of Research and International Programs as well as Co-director of the Galapagos Academic Institute of Arts and Sciences (GAIAS).

He obtained his Ph.D. degree in Anthropology from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. His areas of research interest are Human Ecology, Political Ecology, Medical Anthropology in regions such as Galapagos, Amazon and the Andes. Diego has done research on topics that range from Biodiversity vulnerability to religion and traditional medicine.

He is a firm believer that universities should be part of the innovation ecosystem and be connected in order to help shape policy and support to the private sector. His working culture is also based in Liberal Arts which is why he promotes multidisciplinary teams work together, each contributing with their expertise in research opportunities.

Interested participants can sign up for this event here: https://myaces.nus.edu.sg:443/CoE/ViewEvent?actionParam=VIEWEVENT&eventID=94210

<Message from NOC>

Seeking engineers, entrepreneurs, designers, artists, programmers, scientists to join our exciting mission to change the world!

Building on the UN’s SDGs, the crews will use satellite data and space technology to identify ideas that help improve life on earth.

The teams will be working across borders with the final launch taking place in Singapore during the eventful week of SWITCH, 9-12 Nov 2019.

Read more and Apply by 4 Oct 2019 https://challengesgov.se/hackspace-for-earth/

<Just in!!!> If you are interested, email studyabroadfass@nus.edu.sg, GRO will ask if an extension is possible.

*Please note that students will have to apply for a Leave of Absence in order to participate in this, if it falls into the NUS semester. LOA is not guaranteed. Students will not be able to transfer any credits for this. *

Simon Fraser University (SFU) is pleased to invite qualified students at your university to submit an application to the SFU-Mitacs Globalink Research Award (GRA) program. The Mitacs GRA program provides $6000 to senior undergraduate students, graduate students and postdoctoral fellows to conduct 12-24-week research projects at SFU. (Please note that this program is separate from the exchange program with your institution.) A few highlights of the program include:

• Over 20 SFU research projects available in the Faculty of Applied Science, the Faculty of Arts &  Social Sciences, and Beedie School of Business.
• CAD $6000 in funding
• Two intakes in 2020: January and May
• Guaranteed SFU on-campus housing if starting in May 2020

Eligibility requirements, available projects and application process can be found on our website: https://www.sfu.ca/globalink-research-award.html. The application deadline is September 27^th.

Please kindly share this opportunity with students and academic units. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Zhaoying Hu, Manager of International Research Mobility at research_mobility@sfu.ca.

Hi students

Interested in spending part of your summer representing NUS and networking with other university students from the ASEAN +3 region? Does having a platform to voice your concerns and opinions on ASEAN +3 regional agendas appeal to you? If so, do sign up for AUN and ASEAN+3 Educational Forum and Young Speakers’ Contest.

This year, the programme will be held in Chiang Mai, Thailand on 10-14 June 2019. The host will cover the costs of accommodation, local transportation and meals for all participants. In addition, GRO will be providing some financial support. More details to come after signing up.

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Deadline is 29 April 2019. Apologies for the tight deadline, we just received this informaiton too.

We are looking for 1 student for the Education Forum and 1 student for the Young Speakers’ Contest.

Email studyabroadfass@nus.edu.sg to register or if you want to ask questions.

Regards

StudyAbroadFASS

Innovation and Entrepreneurship: Creating Sustainable Solutions for Marginalised Communities

What STEER Israel/Jordan is about?

Israel is a technopreneur hub with strong government and private sector support. This startup nation has more than 6,000 startups, 70+ VC funds, 200+ accelerators in 2017, in addition to 350 multinational research and development centres (Forbes, December 2018). Israel’s R & D expenditure as a percentage of GDP is the largest in the world and it also ranks highly in embracing disruptive technologies. Renowned for its innovation ecosystem that promotes collaborative creativity, Israel continues to inspire entrepreneurs all over the world.

Jordan has attracted interests with global entrepreneurs in its collaboration with the World Bank via its Innovative Startups Fund Project that is worth US50 million. Launched with the Central Bank of Jordan in 2017 (joint funding worth US$99 million), the fund encourages entrepreneurship from all over the country, focusing on helping the poor in remote regions and vulnerable groups such as women entrepreneurs. Jordan’s local innovation scene is defined by the National Centre for Innovation (NCI), implemented by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. The NCI spearheads innovation-led and inclusive productivity growth for the government and SMEs.

Learn how the two governments are working to diversify their economies, support public and private entrepreneurial activities and empowering youth and vulnerable population groups by taking part in our educational visits to governmental and private sector organisations, non-profits, academic institutions and start up accelerators in Israel and Jordan. Network with entrepreneurs and undergraduates from universities in both countries.

Soak in the intense historical and cultural vibrancy of Jerusalem’s Old City, admire the impressive architecture and indulge in the culinary delights of Tel Aviv. Explore the Citadel in Amman and its hilly labyrinth of urbanity that is brimming with artists and musicians. Awe at the magnificence of the Al-Khazneh in Petra.

The ancient history and rich heritage make Israel and Jordan must-visit destinations in the Middle East. We welcome you to immerse in this unique journey of a mix of cultures, religions and traditions in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Amman, Petra and also to experience the captivating beauty of The Dead Sea.

When does the programme take place?

1 June to 15 June 2019

Participants will spend approximately 9 days in Israel followed by 5 days in Jordan.

Who can apply?

STEER Israel/Jordan is open to all full‐time NUS undergraduate students*.

Successful applicants should be thoughtful and mature in their outlook and be able to act as effective ambassadors of NUS.

Undergraduates who have not previously participated in any STEER programmes will be given priority in their applications.

*Graduating students may apply for the programme. But they will not be eligible for funding from Enterprise Singapore.

How can I apply?

Students interested in applying for STEER Israel/Jordan will be required to apply for the programme through theEducation Records System (EduRec) by Friday, 15 March 2019.

To find the programme in the system, search using setup ID 01014

*students encountering issues in submitting their application via EduRec may write to Jasper Tang grottd@nus.edu.sg for the application form.

Candidates shortlisted for the programme may be invited for an informal meet-up session at a later date. Final decisions will be made by Tuesday, 19 March 2019*. Candidates will be required to pay a non-refundable deposit of S$1,000 to secure their places by Monday, 25 March 2019*.

. *subjected to change

How much does the programme cost?

The estimated programme cost is approximately S$5,000 inclusive of airfare, accommodation, insurance and some meals. Subsidies are available (refer to financial assistance) on a reimbursement basis. Any portion of the payment amount not utilized during the trip will be returned to students.

Visa fees (where applicable) and other personal expenses will be borne by the student.

Is financial assistance available?

The Global Relations Office (GRO) will provide a STEER Award, valued at S$500 per student to successful candidates to help offset the cost of the programme. Students who are Singapore citizens or Singapore PRs (except those in their graduating semester) may apply for funding from Enterprise Singapore for up to S$800.

After relevant subsidies, the estimated cost is between:

S$3,700 – S$3,900 for Singaporeans and Singapore PRs, who are eligible for Enterprise Singapore funding*

S$4,500 – S$4,700 for non-Singaporeans and non-Singapore PRs

Students from Yale-NUS College will need to approach the Yale-NUS College for financial assistance.

Students on Double Degree, Concurrent Degree, Joint Degree must make this known to GRO as the financial assistance may not apply in several cases.

*Please refer to the website on Young Talent Programme – Market Immersion funding from Enterprise Singaporefor the eligibility criteria and terms and conditions of the grant.

Who to contact for more information?

For additional information or related queries, please click here or write to Mr Jasper Tang @ grottd@nus.edu.sg.

For travel notices please refer to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs website.

http://www.nus.edu.sg/gro/steer.php

The 16th Sino-Singapore Undergraduate Exchange (SSUE) Programme is now open for application. The SSUE is a G-G (Government-to-Government) tertiary exchange programme, spearheaded by the respective Ministries of Education (MOE) of Singapore and China. This programme aims to help NUS students to gain a global perspective and a better understanding of China and its potential. In addition, it also exposes Chinese students to aspects of Singapore life, education and culture.

Programme Details

Date: 7 May to 10 June 2019 (China) & 19 July to 2 August 2019 (Singapore)

Location: Chengdu (Sichuan Province) and Changsha (Hunan Province)

Cost: 40% of airfare (not more than SGD$800)

Content includes:

• Academic lectures
• Visits to participating universities
• Networking sessions with local students
• Cultural exchange
• Excursions to places of interests
• Visits to government organisations and private companies

For more information and application, please visit http://www.nus.edu.sg/gro/prog/others/sinosg.php .