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Distinctive Interactive Pedagogy

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WHY JOIN SMU?

The ‘family-like’ atmosphere among the SMU community fosters a culture where employees work, plan, organise and play together – building a strong collegiality and morale within the university.

Alvin See Wei Liang

Associate Professor of Law (Education)
Yong Pung How School of Law

"Teaching and research at SMU are conducted in a friendly and conducive environment. This fosters a close-knit academic community, much like a small family."

Hady Wirawan Lauw

Associate Professor of Computer Science
School of Computing and Information Systems

"SMU is where I truly discover my calling and vocation. To teach and to research, and to do them in a way that I see best."

Sandy Gan

Assistant Director
Centre for Teaching Excellence

"The American-style pedagogy, and SMU being a young university allows more room for new ideas and growth."

David Lo

OUB Chair Professor of Computer Science
School of Computing and Information Systems

"SMU has helped me to learn how to give an interactive lecture, design course materials, create assessments, mentor students, etc."

Yip Man

Professor of Law
Deputy Director, Centre for Cross-Border Commercial Law in Asia

"I learned that with the right effort and attitude, and with the support from the university, one can boldly aim for higher heights in research."

Wang Heli

Dean, College of Graduate of Research Studies
Janice Bellace Professor of Strategic Management
Lee Kong Chian School of Business

"Supportive funding and staff that facilitate research productivity; Dedicated students and positive classroom environment make me enjoy teaching and interacting with students."

Elvin Lim

Dean, College of Integrative Studies,
Professor of Political Science,
Director, Wee Kim Wee Centre

"SMU is a special, vibrant place. Here, in the heart of the city, our staff, faculty and students are taking on the puzzles and challenges of the future with courage and zest. It is my privilege to be a part of this collective endeavour to touch the lives around us."

Goh Yihan

Professor of Law
Yong Pung How School of Law

"SMU has made me grow and develop as an academic, not only in terms of research, but also in terms of teaching and service."

Gary Pan

Professor of Accounting (Education),
Associate Dean (Undergraduate Admissions and Student Development)
School of Accountancy

"I have learnt a lot from SMU students – to stay positive, open to experiment new ideas and always keen to take on new challenges."

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