Freshmen Series
The first three months are especially important for freshmen to learn the ropes and orient to SUSS culture. As part of our continuing efforts to support freshmen during their onboarding period, we have designed the 'Freshmen Series' that will be running
from Thursday, 1 August onwards.
The series consists of a variety of events, workshops and seminars that will provide freshmen with opportunities to network with peers and acquire
essential skills to thrive as a SUSS student.
Freshmen Series is now open! Browse below for the list of workshops, seminars, and events. Do take note of their respective registration closing date and register early! To register, please
click on the respective registration links below.
| Date | Time | Freshmen Series |
|---|---|---|
Thursday, 1 August 2024 |
7:00pm - 8:00pm | Professional Readiness by Career Development
Speaker: Helen Khek & Joyce Tan, Specialists (Career Development) Open to: All Students
Career Development mentors will brief students on career development resources such as mentorship, workshops, industry sharing, and other essential information available to support students during their journey at SUSS.
Click here for Registration *Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Registration Closing Date: 1 August 2024 |
Monday, 5 August 2024 | 7:00pm - 8:00pm | Effective Reading Skills for University by School of Science & Technology
Speaker: Associate Professor Low Wai Ping Open to: Freshmen Only
The transition to university requires students to be effective in managing time, making effective notes and reading. Reading is a central approach in learning. It is important to read independently and effectively to learn
significant portions of a course of study. Unfortunately, many students read passively, failing to build comprehension or goal for reading.
Click here for Registration *Notes and zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Registration Closing Date: 5 August 2024 |
Tuesday, 6 August 2024 |
7:00pm - 8:00pm | Presentation Essentials — Content, Visual & Delivery by School of Business
Speaker: Dr. Peter Chuah, Head (Visual Communication/Experience Design) Open to: All Students
Presentations are commonly used in many organizations to communicate ideas and solutions as well as facilitate decision-making. Knowing how to ‘show-and-tell’ or let your audience ‘see’ what you are saying becomes one of the essential skills in the 21st century.
Click here for Registration Click here for Zoom link (passcode: jul24)
Registration Closing Date: 6 August 2024 |
Monday, 12 August 2024 |
7:00pm - 8:30pm | AI with Microsoft by Microsoft Singapore
Speaker: Devar Ganesan, Microsoft Singapore Open to: All Students
Join this workshop for the opportunity to learn about: - CoPilot Image Creator - Microsoft Designer - Windows 11 AI features (Clipchamp, Paint, Snipping Tool, Photos app) - CoPilot in M365 - Current AI features in M365 - New AI features only found in Copilot+ PCs
Click here for Registration
Registration Closing Date: 7 August 2024 |
Wednesday, 14 August 2024 |
7:00pm - 8:00pm | Doing Case Analysis in School of Business
Speaker: Dr Brian Heng, Senior Lecturer (Marketing) Open to: All Students
This seminar provides an introduction to the case study analysis approach that will be used in many of our School of Business courses. The seminar is geared more towards giving freshmen (incoming new students) a good appreciation on how case analysis can enrich their learning experiences in SUSS, although existing students who like to know more about case analysis are also welcome to attend.
Click here for Registration Click here for Zoom link (passcode: 179982)
Registration Closing Date: 14 August 2024 |
Saturday, 17 August 2024 |
9:00am - 1:00pm | Unlocking Your Brain's Superpower by Student Life
Speaker: John Lim, Gutenhag Open to: All Students
- Learn why your brain procrastinates, even though you so badly want to do the work. - Understand the executive functions in your brain, and the barriers that prevent them from executing the great work performance you'd life to have. - Learn and apply practical strategies that can support you to perform better at work, with less time, but more focused effort.
Click here for Registration
Registration Closing Date: 12 August 2024 |
Monday, 26 August 2024 |
7:00pm - 8:30pm | The Path to Peak Performance with National Athlete, Reiner Leong by College of Interdisciplinary & Experiential Learning
Speaker: Reiner Leong, Former National Athlete Open to: All Students
Reiner Leong is a Singapore rugby legend who has achieved peak performance in the various domains of his life. He was the first Singaporean to play at the new National Stadium, representing the Asia Pacific Dragons in the Rugby World Club 10s and playing alongside World Cup winners such as All Black Piri Weepu. He made history by scoring trice against world-class side from Australia and Italy during the competition. Outside of the sporting arena, Reiner is a Coach Developer with Sport Singapore, where he helps to improve coaching standards and nurture the next generation of coaches in Singapore. Come and hear Reiner share about his life journey and how he achieved peak performance in the different stages of his life. He will share about how to build resilience, cope with stress, and cultivate physical/mental strategies for peak performance. The lessons that he shares will not be limited to the sporting domain, but will be applicable to work, studies, and other domains as well. There will also be a Q&A session at the end, where you can interact with Reiner and ask him questions pertaining to peak performance.
*A light buffet reception will be provided before the start of the event.
Click here for Registration Mode: Physical Workshop Registration Closing Date: 26 August 2024 |
Wednesday, 28 August 2024 |
12:00pm - 1:00pm | The Library How for Undergraduates (Lunchtime Session) by SUSS Library
Open to: All Students
SUSS Library brings you The Library How: a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research!
Click here for Registration *Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Registration Closing Date: 28 August 2024 |
Thursday, 29 August 2024 |
12:00pm - 1:00pm | The Library How, Postgraduate Edition (Lunchtime Session) by SUSS Library
Open to: All Students
SUSS Library brings you The Library How, a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research!
Click here for Registration *Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Registration Closing Date: 29 August 2024 |
| Date | Time | Explorer Series |
|---|---|---|
Wednesday, 4 September 2024 |
6:00pm - 7:00pm | The Library How for Undergraduates (Evening Session) by SUSS Library
Open to: All Students
SUSS Library brings you The Library How, a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research!
Click here for Registration *Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Registration Closing Date: 4 September 2024 |
Thursday, 5 September 2024
| 6:00pm - 7:00pm | The Library How, Postgraduate Edition (Evening session) by SUSS Library
Open to: All Students
SUSS Library brings you The Library How, a series of instructional workshops that will help you navigate the library and use library resources for your assignments and research!
Click here for Registration *Zoom link will be sent to registered participants.
Registration Closing Date: 5 September 2024 |
Stay tuned for the full list of events and seminars! More information will also be published on the Student Portal.