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March 2010 Alumni Magazine www.rp.sg/grad
Everything starts from a dream
Graduate Spotlight!
Our Sonic Artists Overseas
What’s with the ‘T’ Word?
Are RP students gracious?
RP Open House 2010 Paint your future at RP
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Publisher Office of Student and Graduate Affairs 9, Woodlands Avenue 9 Singapore 738964 Editorial Editor Celine Yeo Artwork Zhang Miao Contributors Alex Siew Dr Jasmine Heng Nurhadi Khan Bob Tan Marjory Kho Jowe Chu Clio Sit Gurprit Kaur
Adrian Lim Andy Kok Fann Sim Maya Murni Vineetha Gunasekaran Samantha Lim James Faleela
General Enquires Email dream@rp.sg URL www.rp.sg/grad dREam. An RP Alumni Magazine. Everything starts from a dream. dREam is a quarterly publication which will keep graduates informed about the happenings in RP, continual education, career opportunities, networking sessions and more, to achieve their aspirations. No part of this publication may be reproduced in any form or by any means without the written permission of the publisher. The views and opinions expressed or implied in dREam are those of the authors or contributors and do not necessarily reflect those of the publisher.
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Lifestyle Tidbits: The ‘T’ Word
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Snapshots @ RP Open House 2010
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Graduate Spotlight! Our Sonic Artists
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What’s Hot and What’s Not? Is Beauty Slavery
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Your Horror-scopes. The fake astrologer tells it all
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Hello everyone,
Rendy graduated from Republic Polytechnic,
Are you ready for an exciting piece of news? Before you get too hyped up, this piece of news has NOTHING to do with an upcoming sale in town. However, it has something to do with the environment and going green. With effect from 2010, all dREam magazines will be published and sent to you electronically! Yes, RP is voting earth by producing the magazine in soft copy. Do look out for the bumper issue at the end of the year though. The bumper issue will be sent to everyone by mail and will encompass the best of 2010.
School of Applied Science Diploma in Biotechnology. As learning science has always been his passion, he decided to join Republic Polytechnic working as a TDA (Technological Development Assistant). His job scope would be mainly on assisting researches. This is his first fulltime work experience and for sure he had not much work knowledge when he started. Nevertheless, what he learned in RP were helpful for him in learning new things and accomplishing his tasks well.
As the team makes efforts to go green, we’re also changing the editorial direction of the magazine. dREam’s primary focus is to update our graduands with campus activities. And what better way to do that than to get the information straight from the horse’s mouth. In the upcoming issues of dREam, we will be featuring some of the best student writers on campus. These writers will cover stories on campus events as well as other topics that might be of interest to our graduands.
Problem Based Learning (PBL) is continuously being needed in the working place. As most RP students would know, PBL is all about learning how to learn. It is the basic of all learning process. Unlike in other schools where lessons are being taught, we learn it ourselves. This has grown self-dependence in Rendy’s way of thinking and working as we do not really have someone to teach us to do things everytime we need it and help might not always be there either. There are times, in fact often, we have to figure it out ourselves.
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Also, check out the 2-page photo spread of Open House 2010. Over 3 days in January, RP played host to throngs of students as well as parents who were keen to check out what the school has to offer. With many fun filled games and informative booth displays by the different schools and centres, the RP Open House provided endless treats to those who attended the event. In Travelogue, we visit three STA graduates who are currently studying in Melbourne. Read about their experiences down under and how they cope with life overseas. So go ahead, enjoy your first electronic copy of dREam. Remember to keep dREaming and live green! Celine
Although he did not technically studying, he feels that he is currently learning a lot of things. This is totally different from what he learned during when he was a student. Things that he is doing as a TDA can sometimes be directly related to what he learned in the past, but it is often unrelated. This instead of becoming an obstacle to him, is perceived as a way to broaden knowledge as well as his future career. Therefore, he always puts this in mind, that learning anything is never a waste of time. He does not limit what he does to his workspace only and thus opens up opportunity to learn more. As day goes by, he will be exposed to more things in work and there will be more things to learn too. He hopes that this will be useful for his future career.
Darwin graduated from Republic Polytechnic
with Diploma in Biotechnology. He is currently working as Technology Development Assistant (TDA) for School of Applied Science. His job scope is to assist in research under the Technology Development Centre in Republic Polytechnic. The current project that he is handling is Directed Evolution and Development of a Genetic Screen for Protein Solubility under the guidance of Dr. Francis Lim. In short, the objective of this project is to use the Human Apoptosis Inducing Factor Like (AIFL) protein and Mouse Apoptosis Inducing Factor (AIF) as lead targets for drug design and therapy. The Problem Base Learning (PBL) approach that’s been carried out in this polytechnic allows him to apply the knowledge that he gained to his work. Being a fresh graduate, it is a big challenge to him in a new work environment. However he tends not to panic when it comes facing a problem, instead he will do his own research and find solutions calmly. He has experienced the challenges commonly faced in a research environment, and more importantly, acquiring the necessary internal attributes (e.g perseverance, problem-solving skills, etc) in order to be a successful scientist. He believes that working in Republic Polytechnic as a TDA is a great jumpingstone for his career in the future. Lastly, working with his ex-facilitators as colleague is a fun and challenging experience for him.
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plates. They were so engrossed in eating that they hardly even engaged in conversation. The only conversations they had were probably,
your plate indicates the ‘host’s’ generosity being so great that having another bite seems impossible. Perhaps, that justifies the wastage of food.
“Ah Boy, do you want more prawns?”
Miss Kevina Chua, a patron shared that “People at buffets eat as though there is no tomorrow (I certainly agree with that) and are afraid that the food will finish so they take more, as much as they can. It does not matter if they can finish it.”
“The dumplings look good, I think I’ll have a go at them.” Contrary to that was a family of four seated just beside them. Their food servings were not ‘extravagant’ and they were actually spending quality family time. Isn’t that what it’s supposed to be about? Forget the food, but I just feel that the whole idea of a buffet is also about friends and families spending time together over good food. But I guess many of us just allow the food to get the better of us and engage in wasting food, how lovely! Is wasting food then a crime at buffets? Some restaurants have a penalty system where patrons are charged for food wastage. Apparently at Sakura Restaurant, no such system exists. The tables’ replicating the scene of a ‘tsunami’ seems to make sense. Used chopsticks, forks, plates, cups were scattered all around the table. It was undeniably an unsightly scene!
From my observations, I feel that Kevina’s opinions are rather true. I was about to get a plate for my pizza, when a man came along and piled his plate up with the remaining pizza, not even sparing a piece or two for me. To add, there were only five pieces left! Well, I guess he just wanted to have all the good food to himself. It’s hard to justify what I experienced today, but then I think to myself, are we all simply being Kiasu? It’s a lifestyle ingrained in us and everywhere we go, it just seems to follow. With all of that said could there be one simple motivation behind the behaviours of patrons at buffets – try everything, doesn’t matter if it goes to waste! Text by Gurprit Kaur & Vineetha Gunasekaran
According to the Chinese culture, leaving some food on
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was long anticipating my dinner date with my friends at Sakura Restaurant. I had heard so much about the food and could no longer contain my hunger. As I waited to be seated, I looked around at the vast array of food selection – Asian, Fusion, Western and deserts. I was quite pleased with what was presented before me. The restaurant was typically filled with the weekend crowd who were looking for food that was value for money. No doubt it was – looking at all their hefty portions of food! As the waiter brought me and my friends to our table, I glanced around and soon noticed a pattern. Many were simply taking as much food as they could instead of how much their stomachs could withhold. But that’s what a
buffet is about or isn’t it? With that I started my social observation – Is the purpose of buffets to eat as much as you can or to take as much as you can? It started of with observing a family of three who sat opposite me. The amount of food they had on their table could have fed them for two meals at least – more than ten varieties of food piled onto their plates. They arrived at the restaurant before us and most of their plates were already wiped clean, giving me the idea that they could be leaving soon. Was I wrong! The food on their table just kept piling up as the waiter constantly cleared their empty
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Text by Samantha Lim and Clio Sit, graduates of the Diploma in Communication and Information Design, CCC
Others swooped past me, some fast and furious, some with their friends, some by themselves, plugged into their iPods and MP3 players. As they approach the doors, they eyed me cautiously from top to bottom and back again, just to check that I am not some delusional student. After one of us identified ourselves as students who were doing this social experiment for our class assignment, we asked one of the participants why she had an adverse reaction.
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an door open for, only a mere ten said “thanks”. Even so, some of them said it so meekly and softly, it is as though “thanks” is a sacred word, as if the “T” word should only be mentioned in serious occasions, to people that you know, not to people who you do not know, much less that crazy looking bell-girl who is holding the door for you.
“I thought she is crazy. I mean, who would open the door for another, especially in a school where everyone is so busy,” said Julia (not her real name), who is 19. On the contrary, a small handful of students smiled and said the sacred “T” word and acknowledged my presence.
Are RP students gracious?
We test it out in our very own campus.
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ave you ever done something out of goodwill and instead of hearing “thanks?” - You hear nothing? You curse under your breath. Not even a word of thanks? Ingrate.
students. At the end of the experiment, would our students acknowledge this friendly gesture? OR would they turn a blind eye and confirm the ungracious perspective that even MM Lee speaks about?
Our very own Minister Mentor (MM) Lee questions Singaporeans’ progress in terms of social grace. Are we really that inept in social graciousness? Would you die from standing in a crowded bus or train because you choose to let an elderly who has arthritis/ osteoporosis/ rheumatism take your seat?
It is 4:02pm. I (Samantha) stand awkwardly at RP’s main doors while two other classmates stand around covertly, just to get a good view of the “subjects” in this experiment. I am not really sure what to expect. I spot a group of four students walking towards the main doors. They seem to be discussing something extremely exciting. They are laughing and squealing at the same time. I hold open the doors, put on my best smile and look at the chatty group of students. Two of the four students raised their eyebrows in surprise while the other pair ignored me, as if opening RP’s doors with a smile is part of my diploma here in RP.
In this story, we will attempt to find out if RP students are socially gracious enough to say thanks when a stranger holds the door open for them? Our experiment takes place at 4pm, right at the main doors of RP (at the South Agora if you can still remember the layout of the school which you spent three years of your life in). We picked a timing that has the highest human traffic to test the graciousness of RP students. Our course of action? We would plant ourselves at RP’s main doors and hold the doors open for unsuspecting RP
For the next 15 minutes of our “social” experiment, I had my fair share of being looked at as if I was not there and as if I had way too much time to spare, opening doors for people that I do not even know. Of the many I held
“It is nice that she held the doors open. I guess some people are scared of saying thanks. Probably it’s not that they don’t want to say thanks, it’s more like they are distracted by many things like friends or iPods or their phones,” said Aloysius Tan, 20. Probably. At the end of the 15 minutes experiment, we realised that this social experiment has split the school into three separate fractions. One – the ones that are completely oblivious to their surroundings thanks to the latest technological gadgets in their hands. Two – the ones
that are not as oblivious; they would say thanks when the situation calls for it. The catch? They would say it ever so softly. Three – the few who would smile so widely, look you in the eyes and say thanks. Is it that hard to say the ‘T’ word? Do you, just like the first and second group, find it hard to swallow your pride and say the ‘T’ word? Let us all hope for a better and more gracious society. It is not that hard, really. The above story is an end-module class assignment for the M314 module Editorial & Feature Writing, DCID (CCC).
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dREams catches up with a new batch of RP pioneers overseas. This time, we talk to 3 lady ‘musketeers’ who represent the first cohort of Diploma in Sonic Arts students (‘06-’09).
me. Everyone back in RP - our advisors, TRCC crew and knew us as we were the musketeers. One missing, means incomplete Musketeers.”
exclaims Naquiah. ‘Arifah choruses, “Seeing 10 thousand stars sparkling up in the sky on the mountain peak beats anything Mt Faber can ever offer.”
In their time with RP, ‘Arifah ‘Atiqah Bte Rahmat, Naquiah Bte Ridzuan and Fadilah Binte Noor Sidek could often be seen around campus immersing themselves in the art of making meaningful noise with the percussion ensemble. The inseparable trio now find themselves 6159km away in sunny Queensland studying at the Queensland University of Technology (QUT) in Brisbane city. I catch up with ‘Arifah and Naquiah.
Naquiah ran the percussion ensemble along with ‘Arifah and Fadilah. “Apart from that, I was a performer and dancer in the Malay Cultural Group. Now, I am studying Drama at QUT.”
“The school hours here rock, and house-hunting was a great adventure” Naquiah beams. “I get to do things that I can never get to do in Singapore,” ‘Arifah adds.
“I’m ‘Arifah ‘Atiqah, I have a weird name that requires an apostrophe at the start of each name,” introduced the effervescent ‘Arifah. She pursues an undergraduate qualification in Media and Communications. “I’m glad I have my DSA sidekicks with
Fadilah on the other hand, has taken a different path since leaving RP. From Sonic Arts, she now studies Commerce, majoring in Accounting at the prestigious University of Queensland. She was quite happy to share, “It’s one of the top 50 unis in the world!” Life in Brisbane has been memorable for the quirky trio. “Life here is great!” They speak of a mountain overlooking Brisbane city known as Mt Coo-tha. “Mt Coo-tha is amazing”
So, what made these best buddies leave our sunny shores to head down under? Armed with a hunger for exposure to other cultures, Naquiah shares, “I thought of studying in Singapore, but I wanted a new personal experience. My beloved parents and siblings were hugely supportive. It helped that my dance instructor Fathurrahman Said encouraged me too.” ‘Arifah, too was quick to point out the importance of the family support that
Fadilah very passionately pointed out, “ My facilitators, Mr Amran, Mr Juraimi and Mr Ganesh, were very willing to spare their time talking to us about furthering our studies. They told us very honestly that if we had the means, we should not hesitate to further our studies.”
Naquiah’s experience was also as unique. “When I first came into the Sonic Arts program I did not know what to expect and I did not not know if I would like it. I later realised it was an eye-opening way of doing music. I never expected to explore crazy ideas to build musical experiments with the ‘super-duper’ equipment we had at our disposal. Despite the long school hours, it was worth it even though it was tiring.”
When asked to reminisce about their thoughts about life in RP, ‘Arifah recalls, “Sonic Arts taught me to open up to challenges, opening up to daring creations and ideas in class.” Contemplatively, she adds,
“Sonic Arts to me was all about passion. This is one of the best courses around and we were supported with the best industrystandard equipment at our disposal,” Fadilah was quick to add on.
Their stay in RP also contributed greatly to their climb up into the world of undergraduate education. They have this bit of advice for all their juniors. Naquiah shares, “Study well in RP, get a great GPA and get your bums over here! Do you know they consider your completion of CE points as a module here?” She then adds, “Do the readings for your classes, it is hard work from your facilitators to have it accessible for your studies.” ‘Arifah smiles, “Do what you are thrown to do. Never complain, read all the resources given to you because if you plan to do your degree, the resources we collected over poly comes in handy.” Text by Bob Tan
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got her here. “My dad is a taxi driver and he has worked so hard to provide for my family all the opportunities we needed to succeed. In return, I want to give my parents a better life. I want to pursue a degree so my dad can retire at the age of 60, which is just two years away.”
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in the beholder. Another point to note from the same issue is that Ris Low expresses herself so ‘boomz-ly’ different compared to the rest of the conformed population. Just because she does not fit into the usual definition of what is considered beautiful, we deem her a crazy ugly person. How dare we say that she is any uglier?
Is beauty slavery? “One man’s meat is another man’s poison”. The way I see beauty is different from another and thus, we can say that beauty has no definites and has no absolutes. However, to this abstract concept, there seems to be the existence of an objective standard for beauty. “Beauty in things exists in the mind which contemplates them.” These were the words of David Hume. What he simply meant was that beauty is a matter of perspectives. How true indeed, that through the years, the social perception of beauty has changed; a century ago, voluptuous was considered beautiful. A century later, skinny is considered beautiful. Why has beauty been subjected to such large shifts in its definition through the ages? Who defines beauty? Does anyone have the right to decide or judge what is beautiful or not? Beauty as depicted by the mainstream media is somebody who is skinny and blonde or perhaps in
the Asian context, someone who is cutesy and fair. Ranging from magazine covers to films, everything in the media reinforces this definition of beauty. Do we truly really have the freedom to say no?
for an individual identity, which has become ever so prevalent in this increasingly individualistic society of ours, has led people to embrace different interpretations of what beauty is.
By extension when we do say ‘no’, we face social ostracism or social suicide. Why do we have to look sexy when we go clubbing? Why can’t I go in my torn t-shirt and cute jumpsuits?
Take a look at Miss Ris Low. Perhaps in the eyes of most people, Singapore’s representative to the Miss World competition ought to have both inner and outer beauty; Beauty that pleases the eyes, as it does the heart. But really, most who are saying such things seem to stem from a tokenistic point of view. Their thoughts would be as such “I cannot possibly voice out approval simply because the contestant is pretty, or I would appear shallow. So I must insist that I put as much emphasis on character as I do in looks. Though truth is, I couldn’t care less, so long as she’s pretty”
History has shown that, the particular perception of beauty in each era is reflected in the media of its day. From portraits to the humble billboards, we see images of attractive people. Are these images simply chosen because they reflect what we already find appealing hence reinforcing what we already believe to be beautiful, or are they actually moulding our perspectives to their definition of beauty? And the media can always claim that while they are there to present to you their view on beauty, you have the right to say no. But dare you? The need to be unique, the yearning
Beauty is an ever changing concept that nonetheless captured many hearts; countless had devoted their entire lives in search of true beauty, practically revolved their lives around looking good, without realising that beauty lies truly and ironically indeed
I ask of you to think of the last time you saw someone with “unconventional” dressing and had a negative or teasing thought about them. Do you as an individual have the right to decide, choose or judge what is beautiful? Do you have the courage to practice self-preservation and not falter under influences that tell you the bad things? With the invention of computers and technology, we try to perfect every single detail that’s flawed. From the recent Dove commercial showing an average woman being subjected to dramatic physical makeover, and then intense photo-editing that changed the way she looked turning her into the ‘perfect’ woman that we see everyday on the glossy cover pages of magazines. Is this wrong? We seem to be moving towards a depreciation of human beings by artificially turning them into beautiful but unreal versions of themselves or to the extent of wanting to achieve the impossible proportions of Barbie dolls. Text by Fann Sim
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@LOUD holds no responsibility should nothing come true. The term “Fake Astrologer” in itself is our disclaimer. Along with this statement. Horoscope design done by Lisa Koh Shu Hui (Raffles Girls Secondary).
Aquarius [10 Jan – 18 Feb]
Pisces [19 Feb – 20 March]
Aries [21 March – 19 April]
Love: Spending too much time with your darling? Better stop; sweetie’s getting pissed! Studies: UT’s been hard? No worries, you’re in luck! Health: Avoid AIDS. Wear a condom! Lucky Fashion: Red underwear
Love: Everything’s going well here. Studies: Everything’s great other that UT. Time to study…daily grades won’t pull you through! Health: Everyone’s healthy! Keep that up! No wait, is that a tumour? Lucky Fashion: Pair of black nerd specs
Love: Hunks/Babes are bad. You’re letting your great future slip past if you go for him/her. Studies: You’ve not been studying and therefore your results are…WHAT?! B?! That’s great! But do study from now on! Health: You’re fine, believe me! Lucky Fashion: Swimming suits
Love: Avoid the 19th! Don’t go out with the one you like! Well, don’t say you weren’t warned. Studies: Group studies FOR THE WIN! You ain’t gonna make it alone. Go find your friends. Health: Don’t eat too fast. You may end up choking or giving yourself an ulcer. Lucky Fashion: Anything in any colour but black and white. Those are unlucky. And zebra-ish.
Taurus [20 April – 20 May]
Gemini [21 May – 21 June]
Cancer [22 June to 22 July]
Leo [23 July – 22 Aug]
Love: Calling your other half with names like “honey” or “sugar” will make them think you’re ‘hungry’. Studies: People are going to swarm to you for help in studies. Help them; they’ll owe you. Health: Strong as a bull! Just like what they all say! Lucky Fashion: Leopard prints
Love: Indecision is going to influence everything negatively. Be decisive or be prepared! Studies: You’re OK… you do remember what 1+1 is right? Health: More protein, less carbon, and exercise more. You on the healthy road right now! Lucky Fashion: Semi-casual trousers
Love: You know that person who’s been chasing you for ages? Accept him/her. You’ll not go wrong. Studies: You shall reap what you sow. Did you study? Health: Better get to the hospital quick! I think that’s a… oh no just an insect bite. You’re fine! Lucky Fashion: Everything is good for you and so is fashion! Anything will look awesome. Really.
Love: Single? This is your month! Attached? It’s time your sweetheart’s gonna start nagging. Studies: Listening in class isn’t going to help. Get your bum to the desk and start mugging! Health: If you’re asked to go to the doctor’s, go. You ain’t gonna make it otherwise. Lucky Fashion: Hair bands
Virgo [23 Aug – 22 Sep]
Libra [23 Sep – 22 Oct]
Scorpio [23 Oct – 21 Nov]
Sagittarius [22 Nov – 21 Dec]
Love: Honestly, just tell the opposite what you really what. They’re not mind-readers. Studies: You’re exhausted from all the work you put in to get an A. Don’t forget to take it easy, or you’re just gonna keep getting that F. Health: No you’re not going to die. You’re perfectly healthy. Really. Lucky Fashion: Leggings
Love: Nobody’s cheating on you. Trust him / her. Studies: Whoa, talent AND hard work? Perfect formula for an A in everything! Health: Sick again. Drink hot drinks. Lucky Fashion: You’re blessed with “dare to dress differently this month” and you’ll stay fine throughout.
Love: Newsflash: You aren’t always right. Time to start learning more about your other half. Studies: You simply need to concentrate in class to get good results. Pay attention! Health: You’ll only be healthy this month if you don’t fool around. Lucky Fashion: PJs (Pyjamas)!
Love: Give your sweetheart one of your treasures, and he/she will be yours forevermore! Studies: Your lucky charms are the popular folk. Hang out and study with them and you’ll do fine. Health: Crowded places will allow you to stand a chance of being the lucky winner of this new-fangled thing called “dengue fever”! Lucky Fashion: Dull colours. Better safe than sorry!
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Nail Art & Make Up Venue: Wellness 360o, Student Hub, Republic Polytechnic Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Orientation Programme 2010 Venue: Republic Polytechnic Time: 12 & 13 April (9am to 6pm) 14 April (9am to 10pm)
Graduation Ceremony Venue: The Republic Cultural Centre
Learn how to get those gorgeous nails and make up in this one-day course . Open to the ladies only! For more details, log on to the Graduate’s Portal!
Come join us for a BIGGER, BETTER Orientation Programme 2010. Be prepared to Jam & Hop on 14 April!
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15 “Secret” to better Photography Venue: Republic Polytechnic Time: 10am to 2pm Psst! Join us and learn the secrets to better photography! Learn the trick and treats to taking beautiful shots. For more info, do check out your emails and the Graduate’s Portal
Student Life Activities Fiesta Venue: South Agora and Agora Halls Time: 11am to 5.30pm Come down and support your juniors while enjoying the performances lined out for today!
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Graduation Party 2010 Time: 6.30pm to 10pm This invitation is open to all graduates of RP! Enjoy a night of good food, great entertainment and company of your friends! Look out for more info on the Graduate’s Portal
For more information, log on to the Graduates’ Portal at www.rp.sg/grad
26 to 27 Momentum 2010 Venue: The Republic Cultural Centre Two great nights of mind - blowing dances! Themed Bold & Beyond, Momentum 2010 , RP’s Annual Dance Festival, is a synergistic expression of dance, music and drama like no other. A definite feast for the senses awaits you this May!
SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN ENTREPRENEURSHIP This course aims to bring your business or organisation to the next level by enhancing your knowledge in key entrepreneurial skill sets as well as inculcating in you a core entrepreneurial mindset. Key topics include Start-up Business Planning, The Business Idea – Creativity and Innovation, and New Venture Financing. Further education opportunities to Master degree programmes are available upon completion of the 9 months part-time programme.
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7 April 2010 (Every Wed from 7 to 10pm and Sat from 9am to 4pm) S$4,815.00 5 March 2010 A recognised Polytechnic Diploma or a University Degree or equivalent quali¿cations.
SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT This course aims to equip participants with the knowledge and skills in the ¿eld of Supply Chain Management, including pharmaceutical and bio-chemical supply chain, and cold chain management. Participants will be provided with hands on experience in Simulation and Optimization software, TradeNet application, Warehouse Management System and SAP ERP System. Hi-tech equipments such as mini ASRS, pick-to-voice system, pick-to-light system, cold chain packaging and equipment, RFID set up will be used for demonstration and complement the learning.
Commencement Date : 5 May 2010 (Every Wed and Fri from 7 to 10pm) Nett Course Fee* : Singapore Citizen (S$260.00) Singapore Permanent Resident (S$290.00) Closing Date : 2 April 2010 Entry Requirements : A recognised Polytechnic Diploma or a University Degree or equivalent quali¿cations. *Nett Fee payable after SPUR Funding. Only Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents who had not previously enjoyed a subsidised programme at the same level will be eligible for subsidy (SPUR subsidy is valid from 1 Feb 09 to 30 Nov 2010)
Singapore Workforce Skills Quali¿cation (WSQ) SPECIALIST DIPLOMA IN WIRELESS COMMUNICATION AND NETWORKING This course aims to equip participants with the fundamental techniques of wireless communication and knowledge of wireless systems. It demonstrates the tools as well as the skills and know-how that the participants must acquire to be able to design and optimise a fully functional wireless network.
Commencement Date Course Fee Closing Date
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