Republic Polytechnic Yearbook 2022 by Republic Polytechnic

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PRINCIPAL’S MESSAGE

CAMPUS LIFE

SCHOOL SPLASH

CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

BUSINESS INCUBATION CENTRE

Dear Class of 2022, My heartiest congratulations to you on your graduation from Republic Polytechnic (RP). This is a very special year as we celebrate RP’s 20th anniversary. You have been an important part of this journey with us, making a difference in the community in your own unique ways. My sincere appreciation to you. In the last two years, you have gone through many changes and most of the activities you participated in have transformed greatly – this includes your learning in RP. We made many adjustments in the way we teach, learn, and interact with one another. Staying united as one-RP, you have grown stronger and gotten closer. You went on a journey of self-discovery and made countless transformations to achieve your goals. I’m very proud of you as you have persevered to complete your studies.

YEO LI PHEOW Principal/CEO Republic Polytechnic

Adapting to hybrid learning was not easy but you adapted quickly and also guided your juniors to organise online events and CCA activities creatively. I am also heartened to hear how some of you were sensitive to your classmates who were struggling and encouraged with a helping hand. You learnt to look after one another. I am grateful to you, staff, and alumni who came together, navigating through the new normal to support one another. The world is changing rapidly, but the rigour of Problem-based Learning (PBL) has shaped you to become resourceful, analytical, and an effective communicator and collaborator – skillsets which are highly valued in the workforce. While the polytechnic graduates continue to be in demand, please remember that you should never stop learning and learning should be part of your lifelong journey. I encourage you to explore the various programmes and courses offered by RP Academy for Continuing Education (RP ACE), and stay connected with RP. As RP alumni, you are welcome to engage our Education and Career Guidance counsellors to receive the support you need for your future education and career aspiration. As you embark on the next phase of your life, I urge you to stay connected with the RP family by joining Club Republic and following our social media platforms so that we can continue to celebrate and share your achievements. Please consider yourselves as RP ambassadors and share your positive RP stories with others. I am happy that RP has been part of your transformation journey. On behalf of your lecturers and the RP management team, I wish you the very best for your future endeavours!

Campus Life 7

MESSAGE FROM DIRECTOR, OFFICE OF STUDENT AND GRADUATE AFFAIRS

IGNITE! MUSIC FESTIVAL

OPEN HOUSE

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ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

REFLECTIONS

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MOMENTUM

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP & CO-OP

Dear Graduates, It is with great joy that, on behalf of the Office of Student and Graduate Affairs, I congratulate you on graduating from Republic Polytechnic (RP). Yours has been a meaningful journey filled with holistic challenges, great adventures, worthwhile friendships and other meaningful experiences.

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

Despite the challenges posed by COVID-19, all of you showed resilience and adaptability in the way you coped and overcame these challenges. RP has given you a strong academic foundation to be competent professionals. RP has also strived to complement your learning with life skills modules, sports, arts, outdoor activities, service-learning, leadership and enrichment programmes, as well as interest group participation.

GANESH KALYANAM

Director Office of Student and Graduate Affairs

All of you embody the qualities of Professionals, Problem Solvers and Passionate Citizens. Many of you have also blossomed into remarkable individuals who carry the hallmark of a true RP student: R E P U B L I C

espect and responsibility xcellence, taking pride in everything you do assion in pursing your dreams and honing your talents nity, always united as one RP, one Singapore, one world elief, especially in yourselves eadership, of self and of others ntegrity, always being true to yourself ompassion, ever willing to give back to community and nation

As you leave RP, I hope you will take the time to reflect on what you have gained and, when the opportunity arises, pay it forward and give back to those who would benefit from your experience and insights. You are always welcome back at RP to participate in our events, inspire current students, network with industry partners, and reminisce with staff. Your presence at RP, whether physically or through the virtual network, will be greatly cherished. In addition, while your diploma has prepared you for the workplace, the world is ever evolving, so one has to be a lifelong learner. RP will be there for you as well, with many Continuing Education Training programmes, which we offer to keep you on the cutting edge of your chosen field. Please take advantage of these programmes. Let us partner you on your continuing journey of growth. As you embark on your pursuit of excellence and happiness, remember that you will always be a part of the RP family. We will always be behind you! Once again, congratulations and may your future continue to be bright.

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MOMENTUM

IGNITE! MUSIC FESTIVAL

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REFLECTIONS

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP & CO-OP

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OPEN HOUSE

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CO-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES 15

STUDENT COUNCIL

ADVENTURE LEARNING CLUB

CREATE CLUB

SERVICELEARNING CLUB

SPORTS CLUB

SAS CLUB

SEG CLUB

SHL CLUB

SMC CLUB

SOH CLUB

SOI CLUB

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ADVENTURE LEARNING CLUB

CREATE CLUB

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SERVICE-LEARNING CLUB

SPORTS CLUB

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SAS CLUB

SEG CLUB

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SHL CLUB

SMC CLUB

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SOH CLUB

SOI CLUB

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STA CLUB

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School Splash

SCHOOL OF APPLIED SCIENCE

SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATION

SCHOOL OF TECHNOLOGY FOR THE ARTS

SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

SCHOOL OF SPORTS, HEALTH AND LEISURE

SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY

SCHOOL OF INFOCOMM

School of

Applied

Science

SAS DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

SAS OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

SAS HIGHLIGHTS

SAS Director's Message DR LIM BOON WHATT Director School of Applied Science

Dear SAS Graduates, On behalf of the School of Applied Science management and staff, my heartiest congratulations to the Class of 2022 on your graduation from Republic Polytechnic! Your graduation amidst the COVID-19 pandemic has demonstrated your resilience and your ability to adapt to changes in your lives. I am confident that you are now ready take on new challenges ahead of you. I hope your education journey in RP has been enriching and filled with memories of the bonds you have forged with your lecturers and friends. The skills and experiences you have gained at RP will be invaluable as you move forward to a new phase in life. Do embrace new opportunities and be a lifelong learner – that means having to keep learning, unlearning and relearning in order to stay relevant in a rapidly evolving world. As you celebrate your success, you should also not forget the support and love from your family, relatives, friends, lecturers, mentors and many others who have helped you in your learning journey at RP. Hence, as you graduate from RP, do remember to thank these people who have supported you. I hope that you will continue to an inspiration to your juniors. As SAS alumni, I welcome you to participate in our alumni events and serve as mentors to your juniors within the school. As you continue to establish your careers, we too find joy in celebrating your achievements. Do join our SAS Facebook Pages, WhatsApp and Alumni Telegram Channel to stay connected with the SAS family. SAS graduates, do work hard for what you want to achieve. No matter where you go, no matter what you do, never stop believing in yourself and what you can do. Graduating SAS Class of 2022, I wish you all the best in your future endeavours.

SAS OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

As we are nearing graduation, I reflect on the valuable experiences we’ve built and the lessons learnt. My four-year journey in Republic Polytechnic (RP) was tough, but rewarding and unforgettable. It allowed me to develop as an individual and equipped me with in-depth knowledge on Material Science and its industry, along with vital interpersonal skills.

During my three years in RP, the polytechnic’s Problem-based Learning (PBL) approach provided me with a practical and realistic environment of the workplace. It taught me to interact and work in teams with different personalities, both positive and negative, to solve problems. From this experience, I was able to develop my communication skills to enhance cohesion within the team. It also taught me to be independent as a self-directed learner. I was inducted into the Director’s Roll of Honour for four consecutive semesters (AY2019 to AY2020), received the Diploma Prize in AY2020, and the A*STAR Science Award in AY2020 and AY2021. I attribute my academic success to my peers and lecturers who have supported me throughout my RP journey.

In retrospect, I remember applying into RP through the Polytechnic Foundation Programme as RP was offering the diploma that I was interested in. On the first day of school, I was introduced to Problem-based-Learning (PBL) pedagogy. The approach has allowed me to hone my problem-solving and communication skills, which I can apply when faced with practical and realistic issues. Additionally, it has shaped me into a more self-motivated and self-directed learner, and strengthened my presentation skills.

Apart from pursuing academic excellence, my involvement in the Aquatics Interest Group also allowed me to further hone my leadership and organisational skills. As the Team Captain, I was proud to stand alongside my team to represent RP in swimming competitions such as POL-ITE AY2019 where the team achieved the Team-Bronze Award. At the AY2020 Sports Excellence Award Ceremony, I received the Meritorious Silver, Captain of the Year (Male) Merit Award and Team Republic Applause Award (Individual Category). Outside the pool, I was involved in RP Open House 2022 and participated in Maven IG activities where I learnt more about the human body.

Although academic growth and achievements are important, RP also emphasises on non-academic skills and holistic growth. As the Head of Logistics of the Archery Interest Group (AIG), I was given the opportunity to work with student leaders in AIG to plan events such as recruitment drives and online orientations. I represented RP in the WorldSkills Singapore National Competition 2021 (Chemical Laboratory Technology Skill Area) and received the Bronze Award. The intense and eye-opening experience taught me to be more confident in my laboratory skills.

CHAN SEAN KIAT

DIPLOMA IN MATERIAL SCIENCE

My sincere gratitude goes out to the lecturers for their devotion and assistance in facilitating my learning, the friends that I have made and helped in making lessons fun, and my family for their unwavering support and encouragement. I am also appreciative to RP for giving me opportunities to gain valuable skills, experience and knowledge.

In all, RP has provided me with the necessary skills, knowledge, experience and attitude for the workforce. I am eternally grateful to my mentor, Dr Esther Chng, lecturers, friends and family for the continuous support with which I was showered throughout my RP journey.

JEROME YAP

DIPLOMA IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCE

SAS HIGHLIGHTS

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SAS HIGHLIGHTS

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School of

Engineering 40

SEG DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

SEG OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

SEG HIGHLIGHTS

SEG Director's Message MR SOH LAI SENG Director School of Engineering

Dear SEG’s Graduating Class of 2022, Today marks a new chapter of your life as a graduating polytechnic student. My heartiest congratulations to all of you for reaching this important milestone! I am confident that the three years you have spent in Republic Polytechnic School of Engineering have prepared you well to be resourceful and adaptable individuals with the head-start needed to contribute your engineering knowledge and skills to both Singapore and the global economy. You have achieved a lot in the past three years, both in academic and non-academic areas. Many of you have brought great honour to RP by winning awards and medals in national and international competitions, such as WorldSkills Singapore, the Lee Hsien Loong Interactive Digital Media Smart Nation Award and the International Building Design Competition. However, your future jobs will evolve rapidly in tandem with technological advancements. Hence, it is important that you embrace lifelong learning. I welcome you to return to RP to pursue Continuing Education & Training courses to deepen or broaden your skills, as well as to build a strong network to support the growth of your career. Besides gaining academic knowledge and technical skills, you have also forged great friendships and built a strong network of contacts. These are important takeaways that will stay with you for a long time to come. COVID-19 is an unprecedented event of our generation and you have adapted to the pandemic well, staying resilient to graduate successfully. The strong engineering foundation that you have gained will enable you to remain versatile and employable during uncertain times. You should also be flexible to apply your skills and knowledge to adjacent industry sectors, as well as to serve the community, just like what many of you have done in our Engineering in Community projects. Do continue to empathise with others and help those in need. On behalf of SEG, I welcome all of you to the RP and SEG alumni family. I wish you success in your future endeavours and look forward to your contributions as our alumni and ambassador.

SEG OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

At RP, I am thankful to be acquainted with great people who have guided and supported me during my three years of learning.

RP has taught me that the journey towards one’s goal is not about waiting for opportunities to come, and it is not about putting a halt to your aspirations when you fall. It is about learning how to build a door if the opportunities do not come knocking, picking yourself back up where you fall, and always working towards your goal.

Through RP’s Problem-based Learning (PBL) approach, I have been equipped with essential soft skills, such as leadership, critical thinking and selfdirectedness. In addition, RP has provided opportunities for me to apply my skills through competitions. I represented the School of Engineering (SEG) to compete in WorldSkills Singapore 2021, in the Digital Construction skills area, achieving a silver medal. For my Final Year Project, my team and I took part in the International Building Design Competition (iBDC) 2021, where skills identified under the Industry Transformation Map for the Built Environment Sector came in useful, and clinched us first place.

RP’s Problem-based Learning (PBL) pedagogy has helped me to develop effective communication skills and positively influenced my critical thinking skills. These have shaped me to be more efficient and self-reliant as a Peer Support Leader in the School of Engineering (SEG), as well as during my internship with a multinational company. Beyond academics, RP also emphasises on non-academic pursuits. During my three years, I volunteered in service learnings such as Local Service-Learning Projects (LSLP) and Make a Difference, and obtained a Service-Learning Leader Award in 2021. I participated in conferences like Youth Model ASEAN Conference (YMAC) which taught me how traits like gratitude and forgiveness could be used to strengthen our regional bonds. I was also honoured to have received the REPUBLIC Award in 2020.

In these three years, I also received two scholarships in 2020 and 2021, two module prize awards in 2020 and the Director’s Roll of Honour for five consecutive semesters from 2019 to 2021. Beyond RP’s classroom, I was appointed as the Dance Captain for my Interest Group (IG) in 2020. I led the dance team in practices and performances in various school events, such as the Colourpop Run in 2019 and RP’s Open House in 2020. I would like to wish everyone in my cohort a blessed and fulfilling future.

BEATRICE TIONG JIA YIN

DIPLOMA IN GREEN BUILDING ENERGY MANAGEMENT

I appreciate all my lecturers, family, and friends for providing invaluable encouragement, support and guidance throughout my time in Republic Polytechnic.

GOH SHU HUI MELISSA DIPLOMA IN INDUSTRIAL & OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

SEG HIGHLIGHTS

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SEG HIGHLIGHTS

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School of

Sports, Health and Leisure 48

SHL DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

SHL OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

SHL HIGHLIGHTS

SHL Director's Message MS GOY SOON LAN Director School of Sports, Health and Leisure

Dear Graduates, My heartiest congratulations to each one of you for completing the polytechnic chapter of your academic journey, which culminated in Graduation Ceremony 2021. For most male graduates, your next lap will be National Service. For the female graduates, yours may be to the workforce or the pursuit of further studies. Whatever route you may take, I would like to leave you some food for thought to sustain you through uncertain times or stressful moments. • Armed with a Plan – In Sports Psychology, we talk about goal-setting plans. What it means is that you have a clear plan of how you intend to reach your goal. Specific and clear goals with a realistic timeline will lead you to greater output and better performance, which in turn will give you a sense of pride and triumph. Thereafter, it propels you forward to seek out your next immediate goal. The small steps of success that you achieve along the way will surely go a long way in building your self-esteem and self-confidence, especially when dealing with setbacks along the way. • Armed with the Ability to View Life in Perspective – I recall listening to 93.8FM deejay Eugene Loh’s frequently articulated statement: “If you change your perspective, you will change in life.” Upon reflection, I realised the deep wisdom that comes with this phrase. Too often, we are caught up with our daily lives, only to lose sight of what is really important to us. This is especially true at your age where you perceive the world to be your oyster and you are busy accumulating material gains – an indication to your peers that you have “arrived”. It would be all too easy if everything goes smoothly in life. However, life was never meant to be a bed of roses. Above all things, it is through trials and tribulations that you will perceive the fragility of life, which in turn warms your heart to cherish life and all it has to offer. • Armed with an Attitude of Gratitude – When life gets hectic and you begin to feel overwhelmed, take a moment to focus on the people and things that you are grateful for in life. When you are grateful, one of the impacts on yourself is a positive emotional state, which in turn energises your overall emotional wellbeing and helps maintains a positive outlook. Inevitably, the people around you will be influenced by your little acts of gratitude and change for the better. In your three years with the School of Sports, Health and Leisure (SHL), we have worked hard together and have shared much joy and laughter. Together with your lecturers, we have prepared you to the best of our ability and equipped you with relevant skillsets for the workplace. We have confidence that each one of you will become good ambassadors for RP as well as SHL.

On behalf of SHL, I wish you all the best in your future endeavours and look forward to your contribution as our alumni henceforth.

SHL OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

I would like to thank RP for my all-rounded education.

When I started my first semester in RP, I was rather lost because everything was new to me. Whether it was understanding the concept of Problem-based Learning (PBL), or taking judo as my CCA, nothing seemed to be going smoothly. Fortunately, I did not give up. Through my time in RP, PBL has instilled in me a new method for dealing with issues, by seeing things in a more holistic manner. This mentality has helped me to retain my motivation to do well in my course, by observing how the various modules come together in training us to be wellequipped healthcare professionals.

During my academic years with RP, I was given many opportunities to contribute back to society as well as to pick up new skills to improve myself as an individual. This included representing RP in Swing Singapore Challenge 2019, where not only was I able to showcase my creative skills, but I was also able to learn new leadership and communication skills from my mentor, Mr James, from Made of Brilliance, and my team.

I am truly humbled by the awards and prizes I have attained in my time at RP. Certainly, these aren’t meant to be self-glorifying, but serves as a reminder of how I have benefitted from my lecturers’ meticulous supervision and the support of my friends. As a young individual stepping out into the working world, RP has shown me that there’s nothing too great that can’t be overcome with a resilient mentality and receptivity to constructive criticism. These three years in RP have instilled in me a keen perspective, coupled with relevant skills that are integral to fulfilling my aspirations!

Apart from representing the school, I also had opportunities to be a student volunteer as part of our Health Promotion and Inclusive Physical Activity modules. I had the chance to create a Health Educational game for the students of Association for Person with Special Needs (APSN) Tanglin School, and the chance to promote inclusivity in physical activity to the public during Inclusive Sports Festival. Crucially, RP helped me in finding and exploring my career interest in allied health through an internship with Singapore Heart Foundation as a Therapist Assistant. This experience certainly helped me to gain new insight and knowledge in the allied health industry.

CYNTHIA TAN RUI YING

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH MANAGEMENT & PROMOTION

HO ERN YI, TITUS

DIPLOMA IN HEALTH SERVICES MANAGEMENT

SHL HIGHLIGHTS

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SHL HIGHLIGHTS

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School of

Management and Communication 56

SMC DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

SMC OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

SMC HIGHLIGHTS

SMC Director's Message MR TUI JURN MUN

Director School of Management and Communication

To the SMC Graduating Class of 2022, Let me first congratulate all of you on this special day. The journey the last three years has not been an easy one due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I know there were many challenges from going HBL and that some of you faced challenges at home too. I would urge you all to give yourselves a pat on your back; as you have demonstrated tremendous resilience and strength. I am certain each and every one of you will never forget the last three years of mask donning, safe distancing and other safe management measures. Today, you begin a new chapter in your life as you move on to fulfil your dreams and aspirations; be it through entering the workforce or going on to university. Whichever path you choose, remember we will always be here to welcome you back as our alumni or to continue your learning journey. I just want to share some thoughts with you here today. EMBRACE CHANGE We all know it is a different world out there today; very different from the one when you started your journey with RP. The world has changed and so have you. Make the most of it. The pandemic has made you adaptable and flexible, and many of you have had to think out of the box and change the way you used to do things. Whichever diploma you have done, these skill-sets will form the backbone of the path that you choose. As the pandemic has shown us, change is the only constant in this world. CAREER CHOICE As the world has changed, so have the different careers in the world. You may have come to RP with a set career choice in mind. However, in the changing landscape, that job may not exist anymore. But do not fret, always remember that the curriculum here has prepared you with skills that can adapt to many other jobs. If you have always wanted to be a journalist or writer, why not start with writing for digital platforms. More and more writing jobs are becoming platform agnostic. So are many other jobs. Have an open mind and you will be surprised at the opportunities out there; grab them. PAVE YOUR OWN PATH Each one of you is an individual with your own mind and passion. You do not have to do what everyone else is doing. Go with your passion and it will bear fruit for you. As I look back on my own personal journey, I am often amazed at the different paths and experiences that I personally went through to find my inner calling; one that truly motivates me as an educator today. LIFE IS NEVER A BED OF ROSES Trust me as you leave Republic Polytechnic today and chart your future forward, sometimes things may not go your way or life may throw you a curve ball. Do not give up, persevere and you will get there. That is the circle of life. Always remember that and never give up. NO MAN IS AN ISLAND You all have demonstrated teamwork, and even the lone rangers among you have been working in teams at RP over the last three years. I am sure it was not always smooth sailing but you all had a common objective: to complete the team assignments. I am sure there were times there was unhappiness or small squabbles within the teams. However, by the end, you all came together and collaborated. Teamwork is imperative to both team and individual success, be it at work or higher education. Do take this skill with you as your soar higher. PAY IT FORWARD Always remember how very fortunate we are in this society and remember to pay it forward. Pursuit of excellence in work and education is not wrong. I sincerely want you all to move up the ladder and reach the highest echelons of work and education. However, always remember to have a care for those left behind. This is not new to you. Many of you have given back to society during your inservice learning. Do continue and you will find true happiness and satisfaction. Remember, a little deed goes a long way. Personally, I tell myself to try and do one good deed a day. Last but not least, stay in touch with us! Share your successes and experiences with your juniors as you are now their role models. I look forward to hearing all your exciting and interesting experiences as you embark on this new adventure.

Once again, congratulations, Class of 2022!

SMC OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

Back in 2019, I was among those scrambling to memorise scripts just before presentations and receiving the “please speak up” comments. Three years down the road, RP’s Problem-based Learning pedagogy has taught me to be continuously self-reflective, curious and daring.

I am grateful for the opportunities that RP has provided me with. Not only was I given the opportunity to lead the publicity team for Freshmen Orientation Programme 2020, I also had the chance to represent my school during Open House 2020.

Beyond the walls of the classroom, RP inculcates a holistic mindset for growing in areas of leadership, volunteerism, and entrepreneurship. This contributes towards a well-balanced school life that prepares us for the real world.

At RP, I was able to push myself to greater heights – achieving the REPUBLIC Award 2019 and receiving first place for a qualitative research project with industry partner, Nielsen.

I was privileged to join the Student Council Executive Committee and partake in programmes such as Harvard Business School Club of Singapore Mentorship Programme, National Youth Achievement Award (Gold) and Youth Corps Leaders’ Programme. Such exposures allowed me to learn with people from all walks of life and pay-it-forward to my school and community. Seeing smiles on faces gave us affirmation to continue serving and leading!

RP has contributed to my educational journey by equipping me with knowledge that is highly relevant and valued in the industry. Furthermore, I was also given many opportunities to connect with key individuals through the Industry Immersion Programme as well as various networking platforms. I enjoyed RP’s Problem-based Learning (PBL) approach because it constantly challenged me to think out of the box and collaborate with people from all walks of life. Because of RP’s PBL, I was able to solve problems, as well as learn how to work as a team.

Participating in competitions like iDARE Challenge opened new doors for me to explore entrepreneurship. The Entrepreneurial Immersion Programme was a rewarding experience in unlearning and relearning through failure while embarking on my own tech startup – Job Beacon.

As I progress to the next stage in life, I would like to thank RP, my lecturers, my mentor, my family and friends for their help and support.

I am grateful for the unwavering support and opportunities my mentors and lecturers provided me throughout my journey. Congratulations to the graduating 2022 cohort and as the name ‘iDARE’ suggests, be daring in your future endeavours!

CORDELIA HYEEUN HWANG

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS & SOCIAL ENTERPRISE

OLIVER SIM WENHUI

DIPLOMA IN CONSUMER BEHAVIOUR & RESEARCH

SMC HIGHLIGHTS

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SMC HIGHLIGHTS

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School of

Hospitality 64

SOH DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

SOH OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

SOH HIGHLIGHTS

SOH Director's Message MR FU CHUAN CHONG Director School of Hospitality

Dear Graduating Class of 2022, On behalf of the School of Hospitality (SOH) family, I would like to extend my heartiest congratulations to each and every one of you! Every end is a new beginning. You have done exceptionally well in school and I am confident you will continue the good work. Hospitality is one of the most dynamic sectors in this modern economy, providing not only jobs but also a wide range of opportunities. To equip our graduates with relevant skillsets to thrive in an ever-changing industry, we constantly refresh and add to the resources in our continuing education space. These skills and knowledge are accessible to you, whenever you need it. Technology has disrupted and changed the nature of work. Job roles are evolving constantly and new skillsets are critical to unlock a world of opportunities. Therefore, it is important for you to embrace learning as part of life, and not just learning for work only. I would also like to take this opportunity to share a quote by Brian Herbert, an American author: “The capacity to learn is a gift; the ability to learn is a skill; the willingness to learn is a choice.” When making choices, always ensure that they are aligned and congruent with your goals. In the coming years, I hope you will continue to stay in touch with your RP lecturers. Do keep us updated on your achievements and experiences as you progress in your career as well as personal life. Congratulations once again, the SOH faculty is very proud of you.

SOH OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

Throughout my journey in RP, I have grown and developed myself in ways that I did not expect.

My time at RP has been a journey of personal growth and development. As an introvert, I have always felt apprehensive of speaking in front of large crowds and breaking out of my comfort zone. However, while in RP, I had the opportunity to represent the school in the 2021 STR Global Market Study Competition, where we emerged as champions! I also acquired leadership skills through my role as Vice-President of the Student Council, and did countless presentations with Problem-based Learning. All these have contributed towards my gradual character development and built my confidence as a person.

As Overall-in-Charge for service-learning initiatives including Touch of Joy with Care Corner and Project CompassioNATION, I have had the opportunities to work with and help people from all walks of life while honing my leadership and management skills. I also learnt to lead and develop the next batch of service learners. As an introvert, I have always been hesitant when it comes to presentations. However, the learning format in RP has stretched my critical thinking skills, and I gained the confidence to speak up in class. Through this, I discovered my love for leading, guiding and nurturing my teammates to the next level. This prompted me to join the Academic Peer Programme as an Academic Peer Tutor to coach SOH juniors in modules such as Microeconomics.

During my time in the Student Council, I led my team in two important projects – Inclusion Project and Project Share-a-Smile. I was also involved with the Defining Interest Group (IG) and performed song signings for the hearing impaired. These projects and performances made me understand the importance of harmony, compassion and gratitude more deeply. My journey in RP would not have been possible without my close friends, my best friend Natasha, my family and lecturers. Special thanks to Mr Darren Tan, Mr Al Thair Muchtar, and Ms Jasmine Choo for providing me with constant support and guidance.

Lastly, I would like to thank my family, peers, and the lovely lecturers from the SOH Diploma in Customer Experience Management with Business (DCXB) faculty who have supported and nurtured me throughout my RP journey. I would also like to give a shout-out to Ms Mandy Low for her faith and never-ending support to push me to be the best version of myself. Thank you RP and DCXB for this chapter of my life.

Lastly, hats off to those in the graduating class of 2022. Here’s to celebrating this wonderful achievement together. Happy graduating and Peace Out!

ANG ZHENG QUAN DION

DIPLOMA IN CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE MANAGEMENT WITH BUSINESS

RUVENA WEE

DIPLOMA IN HOTEL & HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

SOH HIGHLIGHTS

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SOH HIGHLIGHTS

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School of

Infocomm

SOI Director's Message MS WONG WAI LING Director School of Infocomm

Congratulations to the Graduating Class of 2022! You have reached this major milestone after much effort and commitment to learning and transforming yourselves.

SOI DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE

SOI OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

Many of you seized the opportunities in RP to develop yourselves by leading student community activities, helping others in service learning projects, and participating in competitions and hackathons, and have even won awards while doing so! Through this journey, I am sure you have gained new friendships, new digital and soft skills and new learning experiences, as well as learnt to overcome challenges and setbacks along the way.

SOI HIGHLIGHTS

Your lecturers and all of us in SOI are very happy for you. As you progress to the next phase of your life journey, apply the digital skills and knowledge that you have gained and be part of the team of developers, designers, architects, defenders of the digital economy and Singapore’s Smart Nation. Stay curious and keep learning as you adapt and continue to develop yourself.

SOI OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

Thanks to RP’s Diploma in Information Technology programme, I have finally found my passion for IT and discovered what I want for my future.

Has it really been three years? I’m sure all of us can still fondly remember many of the precious memories we’ve gained since Year 1. From meeting up with friends at the Lawn to finishing our Reflection Journals just before 2359hrs, there have been just so many memorable moments.

Through RP’s Problem-based Learning methodology, I have been equipped with valuable problem-solving skills. This greatly benefited me during my internship as I was able to respond quickly to issues and I am confident that it will also help me later on in my working life. Lecturers here are genuinely understanding and patient. They go the extra mile to help students in need to overcome challenges they face in their studies. I am very grateful to them.

I remember running the Freshmen Orientation Program as a VP in the SOI Club, and having a blast with friends while doing so. I also made great memories in the Tabletop Games Club, setting up chess tournaments and introducing people to board games. It culminated in me receiving the REPUBLIC Award and RP Service Excellence Awards. I am greatly thankful to the advisors who nominated me for them.

Many of the highlights of my time in RP have been with the SOI Club. Through this Club, I was able to enjoy study sessions with SOI alumni, as well as bonding sessions as a Peer Support Leader during the Year 1 Orientation programme.

The lecturers in RP were some of the most inspiring people I’ve met. Through their guidance, I got the opportunity to join competitions, make friends in my C200 group, and even win a Lee Hsien Loong Smart Nation Award.

SOI Club has given me opportunities to hone my leadership skills in areas such as people and event management. The soft skills that I have learned will definitely come to good use when I join the IT industry.

Even though it is sad that my time at RP has come to an end, this marks the beginning of a new chapter in our lives, so stay resilient everyone!

RP has prepared me well, and I am ready to embark on my life journey confidently. I am a proud student of RP!

LAURANDA SOH

DIPLOMA IN INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

SYED MUSLIMIN BIN SYED MOHD

DIPLOMA IN BUSINESS INFORMATION SYSTEMS

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STA Director's Message MS EMIDA NATALARAY Director School of Technology For The Arts

Congratulations STA Class of 2022, you made it! You are graduating in an unprecedented time. Our world has changed, the future is uncertain… BUT it is full of Opportunities! And this is your time to take the initiative and seize the day! So this is my advice to you, embrace Change. Be brave. Adapt to change. This is how you stretch yourself to your fullest potential and discover who you are and who you can be. Secondly, embrace Challenges with a positive attitude. Learn from criticism, persist in the face of setbacks. Every challenge, hard time and pain you endure will turn into strength, resilience and blessings. Lastly, embrace Lifelong Learning. Learn something new whenever you can. It will pay off with new opportunities in your professional development and you will become better at what you do, thus staying competitive and relevant. May you find passion and purpose in the work you do. May it bring out the best of your abilities, and allow you to make a positive impact to the creative industry, the community and beyond. And so… the adventure begins… a world of possibilities awaits! Go forth and do yourself and your alma mater proud! Your lecturers, mentors and I wish you the best! Congratulations!

STA OUTSTANDING GRADUATES

Three years ago, we walked into RP as freshmen not knowing what lay ahead.

The ability to create content in this digital age is a great gift. No matter the platform or medium, the stories we tell can be creative, impactful, empowering and a catalyst for the changes we wish to see in the world. Through RP’s boundless learning opportunities, I was able to pursue my passions in content creation.

In the blink of an eye, we are now leaving RP as graduates with our diploma! RP’s Problem-based Learning approach has assisted me in honing the skillsets and knowledge needed to navigate the working world, whilst also remaining industry-ready.

By simulating real-world challenges in assignments, my relentlessly supportive lecturers in the Diploma in Media Production and Design not only honed my technical skills, but also moulded me into a resourceful and resilient team-player who is unafraid to explore unconventional solutions.

RP has also given me the privilege to be part of a compassionate family. Together with the wonderful members of STA Club, I enjoyed a very vibrant polytechnic life. During my time, I managed events such as Halloween Camp 2019 and Freshman Orientation Programme 2021. The memories of executing these events with my club members and forging friendships with participants is something that will remain close to me.

In PhotoRepublic, I was the photographer for several events including IGNITE! 2019, StyleGroovazCrew’s Emergence 2019, BeatsEncore’s Resonance 2020 and Open House 2020. In Write IG, I wrote two articles for The Republican Post. I also designed graphics for my school’s social media.

RP encouraged me to reach my full potential as I achieved the Director’s Roll of Honour, Outstanding Student Award 2020, Republic Award 2020, and RP Scholarship 2021.

Along the journey, I have received multiple awards, including the Lee Foundation Scholarship, Rose Marie Khoo Foundation Scholarship, Director’s Roll of Honour (3x), STA Award and Youth Corps Leaders Programme Certificate.

Our three years have been a roller-coaster ride filled with emotions, reflection journals, presentations, quizzes and exams. Today we have finally reached the end, with many fulfilling and meaningful memories to show for it.

As my story in RP comes to an end, I am eternally grateful to the staff and fellow students who have created an environment of holistic growth, cherished moments and lasting friendships.

RP has given me much, but the most valuable are the lecturers who have continuously supported me, and the friends-for-life that I have made.

JASON GEORGE

DIPLOMA IN DESIGN FOR USER EXPERIENCE

My heartiest congratulations to the graduating class of 2022!

Thank you all.

OH JUN KAI RYAN

DIPLOMA IN MEDIA PRODUCTION AND DESIGN

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To honour and celebrate the contributions of our alumni, RP has constructed the Alumni Family Tree. It is located at the Mound, next to the driveway at Republic Polytechnic Centre (RPC). The Mound’s peak represents our alumni’s aspirations to reach for greater heights. At its prominent position at the polytechnic’s entrance, it is visible from all levels within RPC, thus serving as a reminder for students to achieve their best. The Alumni Family Tree was officially launched by the RP Board of Governors on 4 May 2015. It symbolises RP’s growing alumni Family – firmly rooted in the values of RP, resplendently branching outwards to new challenges and aspirations. Every leaf represents a cohort of graduates embodying the moral values and strong affiliations forged during their time of learning, friendship and life in RP. From the Class of 2006 to the Class of 2022, RP is proud of you.

RPAC PRESIDENT

POLY GRADUATE EMPLOYMENT SURVEY What can I learn from the Poly GES to help me prepare for my Job Search The Poly Graduate Employment Survey (GES) is an annual survey conducted by all 5 polytechnics for their graduates. Graduates who respond to this survey help their juniors in understanding the job market conditions better based on real data. Find out the responses here: https://for.edu.sg/gespressrelease MORE POLYTECHNIC GRADUATES FIND JOBS AS SINGAPORE ECONOMY RECOVERS IN 2021

On behalf of the Republic Polytechnic Alumni Committee (RPAC) and your fellow alumni, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to you for completing another milestone journey in your educational pursuit. During these three years in RP, you have learnt, transformed and discovered yourself. Making this journey more special are the friends you have made along the way and the support that you have received from your loved ones. I am indeed proud to celebrate these achievements with you.

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I would like to encourage everyone to ASPIRE and reach out to any opportunities along the way. Why ASPIRE? A – Arise and shine for all opportunities that come to you

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S – Share your knowledge with everyone P – Patience in all situations

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I – Interact and network to build your connections R – Resilience to overcome any difficult situation E – Enthusiasm in all you do As you move forward into the next phase, we warmly welcome you into the RP alumni. Take this opportunity to familiarise yourself with the many opportunities available to you, from short courses at ASAP to job advice at our career centre. You can also stay connected with us through our Telegram channel. This is an exciting time in your life and a great milestone, both professionally and personally. Always look ahead with an open mind and be ready to overcome challenges. Remember that bricks and mortar can only make a house, but It is the people who live in it that make it a home. So, let us contribute to making RP a real home by staying connected and continuing to make new memories. The journey has only just begun. Once again, from the bottom of my heart, I wish all of you great success.

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Source: 2021 Polytechnic Graduate Employment Survey, 7,566 polytechnic graduates participated in the survey.

Health sciences

$2,625

Information and digital technologies

$2,500

Humanities and social sciences

$2,500

Engineering

$2,400

*Refers to median gross salary for those in full-time permanent employment. Overall Median gross monthly salary is $2,400.

You too can make a difference like your seniors by responding to the Graduate Employment Survey that will be sent to your personal email/home address in October 2022. #ONERP

Diana Gloria Sangari D/O TJ President Republic Polytechnic Alumni Committee (RPAC)

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