“Seeds of Hope” Exhibition Makes a Difference at NTU
The “Seeds of Hope” exhibition – an SGI exhibition on sustainability evoked passionate responses from viewers. Held by the SSA Student Division group at National
March 2, 2011
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Sixth Student Peace Lecture: “Beginning the Fake Life, Reflections on the Role of Education”
“Beginning the Fake Life, Reflections on the Role of Education” – this was the theme of the Sixth (Singapore Soka Association) SSA Student Peace Lecture (SPL) delivered with much earnestness and sincerity by the speaker, Associate Professor (A/P) Syed Farid Alatas of the Department of Sociology who is also Head of the Department of Malay Studies at the National University of Singapore. He skillfully and creatively transformed his profoundly insightful thoughts into relatable and simple day-to-day examples, engaging, inspiring and bringing much laughter to a packed-hall of some 350 participants, comprising tertiary students, working professionals, as well as invited guests of SSA.
November 3, 2010
Student Division Members at Singapore Management University Spearhead Peace Awareness
The United Nations’ (UN) International Day of Peace (IDP) is marked each year on September 21, when individuals, communities, nations and governments highlight efforts to end conflicts and promote peace.
September 6, 2009
Prof Leo Tan Speaks at Fifth SSA Student Peace Lecture
Professor Leo Tan’s speech captivated some 300 invited guests, educators and students gathered on the evening of September 15, 2009 at the Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium of the Singapore Management University (SMU).
September 6, 2009
Students of Singapore Management University Create Peace Artwork in Commemoration of International Day of Peace
Student Division members from the Singapore Management University (SMU) took part in this year’s International Day of Peace (IDP) Visual Arts exhibition organized by the school. This is an annual event held by the SMU in commemorating the United Nations designated Day of Peace September 21.
September 19, 2008
Chairman of Indian Council of Gandhian Studies Speaks at Fourth SSA Student Peace Lecture; Visits MUIS
On July 29, Chairman of the Indian Council of Gandhian Studies, Dr Neelakanta Radhakrishnan presented “Orienting Education for the Sake of Peace” at the Fourth SSA Student Peace Lecture.
August 6, 2008
SSA Participates in Tampines Group Representative Constituency Racial Harmony Day 2008
Despite the heavy downpour prior to the event on July 19, 45 Student Division members and 30 Adult Division line dancers cheered the audience who have gathered to celebrate Racial Harmony Day at the Tampines Stadium on July 19.
July 19, 2008
SSA Student and Youth Groups Perform at MILK Run 2008
On the Youth Day of July 6, SSA Future Division and Student Division members performed at the MILK (Mainly I Love Kids) Run, a charity run that aims to raise funds for at-risk youth and children. This event is organized by the voluntary welfare organization,
July 6, 2008
SSA-Ikeda Peace Award Established in Singapore Management University
Through the various collaborations between the Singapore Management University (SMU) and SSA since 2005, much rapport and trust has been established between the two organizations. As such, the invitation of establishing the SSA-Ikeda Peace Award within the SMU, comes in recognition of SGS’s invaluable contribution to SMU and to society at large.
March 15, 2008
SSA Student Division Participates in Chingay 2008
Some 200 participants of SSA Student Division dressed as lion fishes, crabs, little fishes, seaweeds, and corals in the item titled “Ocean of Harmony” at Chingay on 16 February 2008.
February 16, 2008