NUS Hosts MTI Dialogue 2011

October 28, 2011October 28, 2011 fasswebmaster Events, Student Achievements, Student Bloggers economics, highlights

mti-iswaran — Mr S Iswaran, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and Second Minister for Home Affairs and Trade & Industry speaking at the MTI Dialogue 2011 held at NUS.

20 October 2011 was a special occasion for all students studying Economics, as it was the day the 4^th Ministry of Trade and Industry (MTI) Dialogue session was held. Since its official inauguration in 2008, the MTI dialogue session has been an annual joint collaboration between the National University of Singapore (NUS) and MTI, with the aim of recognising the top economics students from the three local universities. The MTI Academic Awards, with a cash prize of $2,000, were given to the best 3^rd year economics student from each university (the MTI Book Prize), as well as the student with the best 4^th year economics thesis from each university (the MTI Best Thesis Award).

The event also served as a platform for students to air their views on significant economic challenges faced by Singapore today, as well as clarify government policies from an economical standpoint. The theme of this year’s dialogue was “Promoting Inclusive Growth in Singapore”, covered in the keynote speech given by Mr S Iswaran, Minister in the Prime Minister’s Office and Second Minister for Home Affairs and Trade & Industry.

“The Government has not pursued growth at all costs”, said Mr S Iswaran, stressing the point that the government’s aim has always been to build a better life for all Singaporeans, dispelling the myth that the government prioritises economic growth over the welfare of its citizens.

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Deanery Connect Session Feedback: 3 Oct 2011

October 24, 2011November 30, 2011 ignatius Announcements, Events, Faculty Events, Undergraduate, Wellness

At the recent Deanery Connect Session held on 3 Oct 2011, chaired by Assoc Prof Ong Chang Woei, students who participated in the open dialogue provided valuable insights and feedback into how FASS could ‘enhance student life’.

It is in this spirit that the notes of the session will be posted here for students’ viewing. Hopefully, other students who have yet to participate in such sessions would see the benefits of doing so, and come forward to share their views.

We look forward to having the continued support of FASS students at the upcoming Deanery Connect Sessions in the new semester.

Psychology’s A/Prof Eddie Tong recognized by APS Observer as a “Rising Star”

October 24, 2011 victoria Alumni, Research, Staff Achievements highlights

Associate Professor Eddie Tong from FASS’ Department of Psychology has just been featured in the latest issue of the Association for Psychology Science (APS) Observer, and has been listed as a “Rising Star” in the field!

In the feature, Eddie discusses how his research centres on appraisal theories of emotion as well as the cognitive processes associated with different emotions. Amongst others, he gives credit to his Master’s supervisor George Bishop (Head of Psychology at NUS) for encouraging him to explore areas outside of his research to help him in his work. When asked what advice he would give to younger psychological scientists he replies:

“It is important to work in areas that your advisors have expertise in, but you should also carve out an area of research that you can call your own. Try to do what everyone else is not doing, but not so much that no one takes you seriously. Science is an adventure where you often start out not knowing what to do and whether it will work. It is often a risky enterprise and a gamble. Publication is as heartbreaking as it is gratifying — sometimes even more so. I have had many more rejections than acceptances. Don’t be discouraged, you must keep trying.”

Congratualtions to A/P Eddie Tong from FASS for this well-earned international recognition.

For the full article click here: http://www.psychologicalscience.org/index.php/publications/observer/2011/october-11/rising-stars-6.html#tong

MTI Economic Dialogue 2011 @ NUS

October 24, 2011 fasswebmaster Events

FASS Students Benefit From Exam Preparation Talk

October 21, 2011November 24, 2011 ignatius Events, Faculty Events, Graduate Studies, Undergraduate, Wellness

A ‘FASSForward to Exam’ preparatory talk by Faculty members was held on 17 Oct 2011 at AS7 Seminar Rooms A/B/C, 2-4pm. Organised by the External Relations and Student Life Division, in collaboration with faculty members from different departments, the event attracted more than 70 student participants.

Assoc Prof Bruce Lockhart (History), Assoc Prof Eddie Tong (Psychology) and Dr Ingrid Hoofd (CNM) shared insightful exam preparation strategies and relevant personal experiences, while Associate Professor T.C. Chang facilitated the talk as chair. Among the issues discussed were study and revision strategies, how to ace essay writing under examination conditions, and even stress relieving tips.

Participants were treated to a sumptuous buffet tea after the talk which also provided a splendid opportunity for them to mingle and make new friends.

Assoc Prof T.C. Chang felt that the talk was very helpful for students and could be organised again in the next semester. He said, “It was a great session, and I’m sure our students went away with some good ideas and suggestions.”

The recorded talk is uploaded here for students to view, together with a handout of one-liners from different faculty members on revision tips and exam strategies. Some of the tips include the importance of keeping up with current affairs, having sufficient sleep and forming study groups.

Click to watch video
– Part 1
– Part 2
– Part 3
– Part 4
– Part 5
– Part 6
– Part 7
Click here for handout

Faculty Teaching Excellence Awards 2011

October 21, 2011October 27, 2011 fasswebmaster Staff Achievements

The Faculty would like to congratulate the following recipients of the Faculty Teaching Excellence Award 2011:

S/NO	NAME		DEPARTMENT/PROGRAMME
1	DR	AAMIR RAFIQUE HASHMI	ECONOMICS
2	A/P	ALAN D ZIEGLER	GEOGRAPHY
3	DR	CHA YEOW SIAH	PSYCHOLOGY
4	MRS	CHEN ING RU	CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES
5	DR	CHEN YI-CHUN	ECONOMICS
6	MS	CHI SEO WON	CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES
7	DR	CHIE IKEYA	SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES
8	A/P	CHIN KWEE NYET	CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES
9	DR	EMI MORITA	JAPANESE STUDIES
10	A/P	ERIC C. THOMPSON	SOCIOLOGY
11	DR	GOH CHOR LENG ESTHER	SOCIAL WORK
12	DR	GOH PEI SIONG, DANIEL	SOCIOLOGY
13	MR	GUI KAI CHONG	COMMUNICATIONS & NEW MEDIA
14	DR	HOOFD INGRID MARIA	COMMUNICATIONS & NEW MEDIA
15	DR	IRVING CHAN JOHNSON	SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES
16	DR	JACK FAIREY	HISTORY
17	DR	JOHN PAUL DIMOIA	HISTORY
18	DR	KELVIN LOW ENG YONG	SOCIOLOGY
19	DR	KIM CHONGHYUCK	ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
20	DR	KOH KHEE HEONG	CHINESE STUDIES
21	DR	LIM WEE HUN STEPHEN	PSYCHOLOGY
22	MS	LIN CHIUNG YAO	CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES
23	A/P	LUKE O’SULLIVAN	POLITICAL SCIENCE
24	A/P	MICHAEL WALSH PELCZAR	PHILOSOPHY
25	MR	NAGAMI MASANORI	CENTRE FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES
26	DR	NEO CHOONG TIONG, HARVEY	GEOGRAPHY
27	A/P	PAULIN TAY STRAUGHAN	SOCIOLOGY
28	DR	POW CHOON PIEW	GEOGRAPHY
29	DR	QUEK SER HWEE	HISTORY
30	PROF	REYNALDO C. ILETO	SOUTHEAST ASIAN STUDIES
31	DR	SEE YA HUI MICHELLE	PSYCHOLOGY
32	DR	SYED MUHD KHAIRUDIN ALJUNIED	MALAY STUDIES
33	A/P	TRACEY SKELTON	GEOGRAPHY
34	DR	YAP JU-MIN, MELVIN	PSYCHOLOGY
35	DR	YEOH GUAN HIN GILBERT	ENGLISH LANGUAGE & LITERATURE
36	DR	YOSHINORI NISHIZAKI	POLITICAL SCIENCE
37	DR	A.M. PINKNEY	SOUTH ASIAN STUDIES

In addition, the Faculty also would like to congratulate the following six recipients of the special awards;

Students Choice Award

– DR YOSHINORI NISHIZAKI (PS)

outstanding student feedback based on excellent teaching, approachability and helpfulness.

Educational Leadership Award

– PROF REYNALDO ILETO (SEA)

contributions to department/faculty/university level programmes (eg. curriculum revamp, policy development, pedagogical advancement, other forms of leadership)

Critical Thinking Award

– DR LIM WEE HUN STEPHEN (PL)

inspiring students to be critical, analytical, thoughtful. Rigour in learning.

Innovation in Teaching Award

– MS CHI SEO WON (CLS);

– DR GOH PEI SIONG, DANIEL (SC)

most innovative use of technology and ‘out of classroom’ teaching experiences (eg. field trips, events, involvement in external programmes and invited speakers etc.)

Versatility in Teaching Award

– DR IRVING CHAN JOHNSON (SEA)

versatility in modules taught (ie. impressive range in student numbers, module level, mix of new and existing modules etc.)

Extending Deanery Connect Series to FASS Postgraduate Students

October 20, 2011October 21, 2011 ignatius Events, Faculty Events, Graduate Studies, Wellness

In a bid to bring senior management a step closer to more students, the External Relations and Student Life Division organised the inaugural Deanery Connect Session for FASS postgraduate research students on 19 Oct 2011 at AS7.

Chaired by Associate Professor Shirlena Huang, Vice-Dean (Graduate Studies), the session proved to be a good platform for postgraduate students to discuss their concerns and provide valuable feedback.

In general, the participants found the session useful. One student said, “It was very fruitful and it gave the students an avenue to voice out their concerns and experiences. It was also a good way to exchange ideas and stories about graduate life.”

The Deanery Connect Series kick started in 2009 and was initially open to FASS undergraduate students. A total of about 18 sessions have since been organised.

Love’s Breath Meditation

October 18, 2011October 20, 2011 ignatius Announcements, Events, Faculty Events, Graduate Studies, Undergraduate, Wellness

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“Teaching as a Profession” Recruitment Seminar

October 14, 2011 fasswebmaster Announcements

The knowledge & experience you’ve gained since your graduation could prove valuable in inspiring the generations of tomorrow. Share it. Be a teacher.

Date: 26 November 2011, Saturday
Time: 3PM – 4.30PM (registration will start at 2.30PM)
Venue: MOE HQ (Buona Vista), Podium Block Level 4 Edutorium

Registration is compulsory and on a first-come-first-served basis.

Please Register Here.

The MagicK Room Meditation

October 11, 2011 ignatius Announcements, Events, Faculty Events, Graduate Studies, Undergraduate, Wellness