PROFESSORSHIPS
A LEGACY OF EXCELLENCE
NAMED PROFESSORSHIP
Talent is the cornerstone of a great university. As the leading university in Asia, NUS is and must continue to be a magnet, attracting the best talent from around the world. This allows us to fulfil our mission to be a great university.
From our beginnings in 1905 as the Straits and Federated Malay States Government Medical School, we have grown into a highly respected global university. We are a very special institution, founded by the community, for the community. We will never
take our eyes off our goals: to educate, inspire and transform our students and the world we live in. We have been blessed with the support of a community of individuals who share our vision and who have come forward to help cultivate talented
young minds who will go on to shape the future.
Today, NUS is grateful to benefit from 139 named professorships, shown on the following pages, which were established with the help of this community. Such generosity goes a long way towards nurturing talent to raise the bar in research and education.
These professorships allow us to attract and inspire new generations eager to make an impact on the world. Through them, we are building a vital global university that pursues influential research and visionary enterprise, serving Singapore
and the world.
In the words of Dr Lee Kong Chian, the first chancellor of the University of Singapore, “A university… is a home in which the human spirit can find freedom and true inspiration.” NUS warmly thanks the donors who have enabled
us to make this a reality.
Professor Tan Eng Chye
’85 President
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STUDENT EXCHANGE PROGRAMMES
Your gift will give our students the opportunity to study both here and abroad and help prepare them for success in tomorrow's globalised world. Student Exchange Programmes allow students to see what it's like and learn in another country, which is a
once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for many people.
Help Students Explore a New Way of Life
With the exposure, student exhibit higher cultural capital, cultural awareness and acceptance of cultural variety. The talents and traits students will gain studying abroad, as well as new perspectives and willingness to step outside of their comfort
zone, will serve them well in all aspects of life.
To find out more about named student exchange awards at the University, please click the link below to review the list of named awards, as published in Changing Lives: Named Student Experience Awards
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SCHOLARSHIPS
It is our mission to harness the transformative power of education and create a thriving academic community that enriches lives, sparks innovation, and fosters success. Your gifts to our scholarship initiatives contribute significantly to this vision,
creating meaningful impact and empowering our students to rise above their limitations and reach their fullest potential.
Exemplary individuals, who show exceptional talent, drive and a commitment to excellence are rewarded scholarships based on merit, further empowering them to elevate their unique skills and aspirations.
We also believe in providing an accessible and inclusive environment for all, underpinned by our steadfast commitment to excellence. Scholarships serve as a catalyst, bridging the gap between aspirations and realities, and enabling promising students
from diverse backgrounds to further their education, irrespective of their financial circumstances.
CREATING A NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS
At NUS, we want to open doors of life-changing opportunities to students from all backgrounds within our campus. To make this possible, we need philanthropic support to create and start scholarships. This ensures a world-class University education is
within reach of deserving students.
Your generous gift will help bridge the gap between their community and access to education, while recognising their relentless efforts in overcoming adversities, striving for academic excellence, and contributing to societal betterment.
REWARDING ABILITY AND APTITUDE THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS
Talented, driven students should be recognised and enabled to soar. When you sponsor scholarships, your generosity does more than cover fees. It acknowledges the brilliance of these students and amplifies their potential to shape our world. Your contribution
to NUS scholarships can enhance the student journey in the following ways:
- Supports their pursuit of top-tier University education.
- Enables them to graduate with minimised debt, setting them on a path to financial prosperity from the outset.
- Ensures a holistic University experience, including stays at NUS' esteemed residential colleges.
- Offers opportunities to immerse in transformative international educational programmes.
NUS has a longstanding tradition of providing scholarships, a tradition made possible through the kind-heartedness of sponsors. The various named scholarships you will see via the link below demonstrate how the generosity of forward-thinking donors like
you helps keep this valuable tradition alive.
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BURSARIES: ENABLING EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES
Whether it is reducing poverty or helping communities improve their standard of living, education is the single most effective and sustainable tool for making a real difference
No student should be denied access to education because of their financial circumstances. Your unwavering support and generosity can ensure students are involved in NUS and the community. Create greater access to opportunity when you support our bursaries at NUS.
Supporting Tomorrow’s Leaders
At NUS, we firmly believe in the power of education as the great equaliser for all current and prospective students. To make this possible, we need philanthropic support to provide a comprehensive range of bursaries to ensure that financial circumstances do not hinder exceptional talent and determination. By supporting us, deserving students can reach for the stars and realise their potential at a world-class university, regardless of their socio-economic backgrounds.
Rewarding Ability and Aptitude Through Bursaries
Students who are ambitious and ready to change the world are here. The only thing stopping them is financial need. When you give bursaries, your gift has a far-reaching impact on improving the lives of these students and their families, many of whom are from Singapore’s lowest per capita income (PCI) households. A university education offers students from financially disadvantaged families the opportunity to fulfil their potential and improve their financial standing and that of their families.
NUS is committed to a needs-blind, merit-based admissions policy. Any student still requiring financial assistance can apply for schemes such as a student bursary even after receiving both government and NUS study loans. Your generous gift to NUS Giving can help financially disadvantaged students in many impactful ways:
- It can help students pay for a world-class University education.
- It can enable students to take on a smaller student loan and decrease their debt upon graduation. With smaller loans to pay off, they are in a position to improve their financial situation immediately.
- It can allow students to benefit fully from the university experience, such as living in NUS’ residential colleges.
- It can enable students to participate in overseas educational programmes.
- To learn more about named bursaries at the University, click on the link below to review the list of named awards published in Changing Lives: Named Financial Aid.
You may also leave a legacy through our donor programme to help our beneficiaries.
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