Relive the highlights and moments that defined our year.
RP celebrated the achievements of our graduates during our 18th graduation ceremony held from 2 to 8 May 2023. Over 4,600 graduates received their diplomas and specialist diplomas across 15 sessions. Second Minister for Education, Dr Mohamad Maliki Bin Osman attended the keynote session on 3 May.
We celebrated our first graduating cohorts from the Diploma in Financial Technology (DFT) and the Diploma in Digital Design & Development (DDDD). In addition, six graduates were recognised for their exceptional accomplishments in academic grades and community work, receiving accolades such as The Board of Governors Award for the Most Outstanding Graduate of the Year and the Lee Kuan Yew Award for Mathematics and Science.
On 6 June 2023, RP School of Applied Science (SAS) hosted its first Agritech and Aquaculture Career Fair, attracting participation from over 20 companies and Institutes of Higher Learning (IHLs). Graced by Minister of State for Trade and Industry, Mr Alvin Tan, the event offered students a valuable platform to engage industry experts and explore career opportunities. Participants also toured The Greenhouse – RP’s teaching, learning, and research facility dedicated to grow plants. At the event, RP also signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with Ento Industries and The Fish Farmer, signalling our commitment to providing students with opportunities for industry immersion.
Effective 1 August 2023, Mr Abel Ang, President and Group Chief Executive Officer of Advanced MedTech Holdings, assumed the position of Chairman of RP Board of Governors, succeeding Mr David Wong. During his nine-year tenure at RP, Mr Wong, a recipient of the Meritorious Service Medal, was known for his role in advocating better student support and inclusivity.
Mr Ang brings a wealth of expertise and experience to the position. As an Economic Development Board (EDB) scholar, he holds a Master of Science in Computational Biology from Rutgers University in New Jersey. He has amassed 25 years of healthcare experience and held various roles in both the private and government sectors. His contributions extend to the Singapore education sector where he has served as an Adjunct Professor at Nanyang Business School for 20 years and a member of the Singapore Institute of Management (SIM) Board.
At the annual RP School of Engineering’s (SEG) Diploma in Engineering Systems & Management (DESM) Industry Day in August 2023, students showcased their innovative projects to industry professionals, gaining valuable feedback and networking opportunities. Industry representatives from Mitsubishi, Cycle & Carriage Singapore, and Swordtek attended the event, offering insightful perspectives and advice from the field.
A significant milestone during the event was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Republic Polytechnic (RP) and the Institute of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE), Singapore branch. This collaboration aims to enhance students' access to the global engineering community, providing them with more opportunities for professional development and international exposure. Notably, RP has become the first polytechnic in Singapore to establish an official IMechE student chapter, further solidifying our commitment to fostering industry connections and supporting student growth in engineering.
In September 2023, RP welcomed student and staff delegates from Medan Tourism Polytechnic, University of the Philippines Diliman, Suzhou University of Science and Technology, and King Mongkut University of Technology Thonburi as part of the Temasek Foundation Specialists’ Community Action and Leadership Exchange (TF SCALE) IX programme.
The closing ceremony, graced by Indonesia's Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, Bapak Sandiaga Uno, and Embassy representatives from partner countries, featured a vibrant cultural performance by all participating groups. As part of the exchange, four RP schools visited the partner institutions in Medan, Suzhou, the Philippines, and Thailand. This annual programme connects students and aims to foster a greater understanding of the issues and challenges facing Asia, with a focus on global leadership, technology, and enterprise, thereby nurturing their potential as future leaders.
RP School of Hospitality (SOH) hosted its flagship Hospitality Tomorrow Conference (HTC) event on 3 November 2023. This event successfully brought together representatives from academia, industry, and the public sector to facilitate knowledge sharing and networking. The first day featured a dialogue session titled "Empowering Youth for a Sustainable Future" with Senior Parliamentary Secretary, Mr Baey Yam Keng, along with keynote speeches from prominent influencers in the fields of hospitality and decarbonisation. On the second day, over 500 students participated in panel discussions and attended a career fair that featured 31 companies from the hospitality and tourism sectors.
The conference concluded with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with DBS Bank, establishing a customised apprenticeship programme designed to enhance the skills of students enrolled in the Diploma in Customer Experience Management with Business (DCXB).
The RP-Trendlines Agri-Food Demo Day, held on 1 November 2023, coincided with the Singapore International Agri-Food Week (SIAW). Following a competitive pitch session featuring seven finalists, Fogo Fungi, an agri-tech startup specialising in converting agricultural waste into premium mushrooms, emerged as the winner.
During the event, RP School of Applied Science (SAS) signed Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with SoiLabs and the Singapore Agro-Food Enterprises Federation (SAFEF). These agreements aim to enhance collaboration opportunities between students, staff, and industry partners.
The Talent Advancement Programme, launched during RP’s Open House 2024, represents a pioneering collaboration between RP and 16 prominent industry partners across sectors including events management, financial services, and hospitality. The launch event, held on 4 January 2024, was graced by the presence of the Guest-of-Honour, Second Minister for Education, Dr Mohamad Maliki Bin Osman.
This comprehensive programme provides RP School of Hospitality (SOH) students with a structured pathway that includes education and career guidance, pre-internship short-term job placements, on-the-job training, and a leadership development workshop. Each student will be paired with an industry mentor from their second year, with mentorship continuing through a 40-week structured internship in their final year. Upon graduation, these students not only embark on an enriching full-time career with reputable industry partners but could possibly start with a higher position and remuneration as compared to a fresh graduate.
In January 2024, RP had the honour of welcoming Her Royal Highness Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn of Thailand to our campus. Accompanied by our Principal & CEO, Ms Jeanne Liew, Her Royal Highness observed students from the Diploma in Infocomm Security Management (DISM) as they addressed cybersecurity challenges in the Security Operations Centre Lab at RP School of Infocomm (SOI).
Her Royal Highness also visited RP School of Technology for the Arts (STA), where she toured the Immersive Media Studio and witnessed demonstrations of our motion capture and virtual reality capabilities. Additionally, at the Foley Arts Studio, students from the Diploma in Sonic Arts (DSA) showcased their techniques for creating realistic sounds. This visit by Her Royal Highness Princess Sirindhorn underscores the strong relationship between RP and Thailand, a favoured destination for our students’ international internships.
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