Dear students and colleagues,
I had the honour of attending the Annual College of Design and Engineering Alumni Awards and the NUS Alumni Awards earlier this month. The College recognised the achievements of nineteen individuals and two alumni teams, while the University celebrated two outstanding alumni for their significant contributions to society and our alma mater.
The 2023 award recipients represent a diverse array of fields, including architecture, design and engineering. Despite their diverse backgrounds, the three distinguished CDE Distinguished Alumni, Dr Teo Ho Pin (Building, Class of 1985), Mr Brian Tan (Mechanical Engineering, Class of 2000), and Mr Mok Wei Wei (Architecture, Class of 1982), —share a common passion for making a meaningful impact. Their contributions include raising scholarship funds, offering mentorship, and creating opportunities for current students through industry engagement and internships.
It was truly inspiring to connect with recent graduates at the event who are already making a positive impact in the world. They are not only excelling in their professional fields but also contributing to initiatives such as promoting STEM education for girls, working with non-profits, and actively engaging with their communities. Witnessing these achievements fills me with immense pride.
Professor Teo Kie Leong
Acting Dean
College of Design and Engineering
HIGHLIGHTS
EVENTS
CDE Summer School 2026
Do you have an inquisitive mind? Are you a problem solver? Then CDE Summer School is for you! The 3D2N experience will allow you to experience design and engineering through inspiring lectures and hands-on workshops. Event Details Date: 3-5 June 2026 Time: 9am to 6pm Location: College of Design and Engineering, NUS Registration Fee: $50 (Non-refundable) Optional Hostel Fee: $135 (Non-refundable) This event is open to all pre-university students in local Junior Colleges, International Baccalaureate, NUS High School and Polytechnic schools in Singapore There are limited spaces available! So don’t miss out! Head to https://bit.ly/CDESummerSchool2026 to sign up now! Registration closes on 25 May 2026 at 2359 hours!
Master of Arts in Urban Design, Master of Urban Planning, and Master of Science Integrated Sustainable Design Joint Gradshow 2026
Join us for the Opening Night of Joint NUS MAUD (Master of Arts in Urban Design), MUP (Master of urban Planning) and MSc ISD (Master of Science, Integrated Sustainable Design) Gradshow 2026. The exhibition will bring together the amazing work of students from the three master programmes showcasing urban proposals across different scales, complexities, approaches and geographies. Opening Night: Friday, 8 May 2026 6-8:30 PM SDE1, Level 1 & MEZZANINE, EXHIBITION HALL, 4 ARCHITECTURE DRIVE, SINGAPORE 117566 Let’s celebrate our students’ journeys at NUS together!
MAUD-MUP-MScISD Joint Gradshow 2026
Join us for the Opening Night of Joint NUS MAUD (Master of Arts in Urban Design), MUP (Master of urban Planning) and MSc ISD (Master of Science, Integrated Sustainable Design) Gradshow 2026. The exhibition will bring together the amazing work of students from the three master programmes showcasing urban proposals across different scales, complexities, approaches and geographies. Opening Night: Friday, 8 May 2026 6-8:30 PM SDE1, Level 1 & MEZZANINE, EXHIBITION HALL, 4 ARCHITECTURE DRIVE, SINGAPORE 117566 Let’s celebrate our students’ journeys at NUS together!
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