Message Dear students 2020 has indeed been a tumultuous year for not only us in SP, but Singapore and the world at large. As we start the new academic year 2021/2022, let us hope for a smooth transition to a new normal, economic recovery around the regions, the restoration of trade ties, resumption of eorts to combat climate change and for healing in a divided world. As we now know, working from home and attending online classes is the new norm, and we need to be very cautious wherever we go and with whoever we meet. Indeed, we have learnt that we cannot take anything for granted and the phrase, living in a VUCA world, has never held so true as we move ahead. Yet, amidst all these uncertainties, life must go on and as the Covid-19 vaccination program gets underway and we start to reconnect with our friends and extended family in our daily lives, I am pleased to announce the launch of our bi-annual e-newsletter, aptly titled, Scholars Connect . The e-newsletter will focus on scholarship-related articles and information, which I hope will be helpful and connect not only our SP scholarship community and SP students aspiring to be scholars but also SP alumni who are always very much in our thoughts. In this inaugural issue, we will start by looking at the makings of a scholar - what are the traits, habits and qualities a scholar has or is usually associated with. Do you have what it takes? We hope that this will give you food for thought and point you in the direction to develop yourself, to build your skills and portfolio so that you can realise your aspirations. In the process though, remember not to lose the very important values of humility, compassion and care for others and the world we live in – these inner traits will always stand you in good stead wherever you are, and will help you navigate through the vicissitudes of life. DIRECTOR’S
Clarence Chua Director, Student Services
All the best in your learning journey in SP!
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