NUS Undergraduate Scholars |
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Ang Hwee Yong Eugene"If I had to describe myself in a few words, I would say that I am an individual who seeks challenges, and who enjoys activities that are intellectually stimulating. I enjoy reading and writing, and have been a freelance contributor to YouthINK, a weekly column in The Straits Times for youths to express their thoughts on current affairs." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Guitar Ensemble; Community Involvement Council High School: Victoria Junior College Interests: Reading, Writing, Music Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
Ang Tze Siong"I recently took a 5 week solo backpacking trip to Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia and Thailand. I hope to finish the whole of Asia before i graduate. Currently, I'm left with the Philippines, Indonesia, Northern parts of China, and the Middle East." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Track and Field; Faculty Committee High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Sports, Reading, Traveling Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Jolyn Ang Yi Qin"I have done solo backpacking trips to Taiwan and Korea." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS: Law Students' International Relations Committee; Soccer, VCF High School: Victoria Junior College Interests: Backpacking, photography, writing Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Annushkha Sharanya SinnathambyFaculty/ Department: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Symphony Orchestra; Medicine Rotaract Club; Varsity Christian Fellowship High School: National Junior College Interests: Playing the Cello, Travelling, Geography, Reading Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Chan Yi Zhang"I enjoy the adrenaline rush when racing, be it an adventure race, an amazing race, or a straight-forward organised run." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Raffles Institution Interests: Running, basketball, rockclimbing, reading Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Chan Yin Tat
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Cheng Siew Fun"Cherish the opportunities that NUS provides and make the most out of your NUS experience." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Engineering/ Chemical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Lion Dance High School: Hwa Chong Junior College Year scholarship was awarded: 2008 |
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Chiang Wei Min, Sylvia“Treasure and use this opportunity to challenge yourself and explore the various opportunities that NUS offers. “ Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Science/ Department of Biological Sciences Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Aerobics Club, Special Programme in Science (not a CCA, but it is similar to USP but for science faculty), participating in ad hoc community service programmes organised by NUS CSC. High School: Ngee Ann Polytechnic Interests: Aerobics, baking, discussing about science-related issues |
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Chua Xin Rong"I like to see the humorous side of things." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Science/ Department of Mathematics Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Mathematics Society (EXCO member); NUS Contract Bridge High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Reading, mathematical modelling/computational science, contract bridge, international chess Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Foong Kian Wai
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Fong Li Heng"The NUS Undergraduate Scholarship has allowed me to enjoy the rich and varied university life at NUS without worrying about financial matters." Faculty/ Department: Engineering/ECE Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Raffles Hall Floorball, Raffles Hall Board of Photographers High School: Victoria Junior College Interests: Photography, Contract Bridge Year scholarship was awarded: 2004 |
Gurjoth Kaur RandhawaFaculty/ Department: Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Pro Bono Club, Criminal Justice Club Junior College: Anderson Junior College Interests: Travelling Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Goh Tze Yang"Work for your dreams." Faculty/ Department: NUS Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Archery Club High School: Victoria Junior College Interests: Archery, Shooting, Cars, Reading Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Ho Jia'en"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us." - Ralph Waldo Emerson You have just opened a big door to your future, make the most of yourself and give your best in everything. Faculty/ Department: Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Pro bono High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Spending time with family and friends, reading, baking. Year scholarship was awarded: 2008 |
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Ho Kim Cheong“Making a choice to apply for a scholarship with a bond commitment at the age of 18 seems tough for many, including me. After all, who will know if their career inclinations will change after study? Having the NUS Scholarship provides me the flexibility to explore and shape my interests and enables me to discover what I ultimately want for my future.” Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Department of Economics Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Economics Society (AY07/08), NUS Students' Investment Society (AY07/08 - AY08/09), NUS USP PRISM Undergraduate Journal Student Editor (AY08/09) High School: National Junior College Interests: Jogging, Swimming, Reading up on general current affairs and economic and investment news, Backpacking and traveling to Asian countries, like countries to East Asia Region and ASEAN and appreciating their cultures. Likes various aspects of Japanese culture - including its food, high/pop culture, history and language. Like Economics :) |
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Ho Si Han Sherman“Time waits for no man, carpe diem.” Faculty/ Department: Science/Pharmacy Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: member of NUS Pharmaceutical Society High School: Hwa Chong Junior College Interests: Learning various languages, Archery, Reading |
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Koh Bao Ling Pauline“It is definitely worthwhile to be an NUS Scholar. Not only do you get a world class education for free and without a bond, the scholarship also brings about numerous opportunities for personal development such as career guidance classes etc.” Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Engineering. Dept of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Chemical Engineering Students' Society High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Reading, travelling, cooking and taking long walks on Singapore |
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Koh Jun Hao"I have lived under a shelter built by myself in a forest for 3 days not in the army but for a survival course in scouts. I had to catch a live frog for dinner but mine escaped so I had to share a one with my friend. It was definitely not the most enjoyable experience but one of the most memorable in scouts. I enjoy watching movies that confuses me like shutter island and inception." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Engineering/ Department of Chemical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Fencing and Scouts High School: Raffles Institution Interests: Badminton, Fencing, Swimming and Watching Movies Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
Koh Yu"I am honoured to be a NUS scholar. Not only has this experience been enriching, it is also a great motivation for me to perform better in school and in other aspects of my life" Faculty/ Department: Chemical Engineering and Business Administration Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship (Chemical Engineering) CCA: 2007/2008—Marketing Head of Chemical and Environmental Engineering Students’ Society (ChESS) 2008/2009—Enterprise Development Director of NUS Entrepreneurship Society (NES) High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Baking, being adventurous with food, and spending time with family and friends. Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Kueh Xiu Qing"I grew up in Haifa, Israel. I spent the bulk of my childhood years there – went there when I was six months old, came back when I was eleven. It was an incredible experience that shaped the person I am today." Faculty/ Department: Arts and Social Sciences/ Department of English Literature Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: English Drama Club High School: Temasek Junior College Interests: Writing, Poetry, Poetry slams, Drama/Theatre/English Literature, Journalism/Media/TV Broadcasting Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Kwa Xian Wen Charlene"A valuable scholarship which offers great flexibility to make the most of your undergraduate university days in a university abounding with opportunities!" Faculty/ Department: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: 60th Medical Society Community Service Director 2008/2009 ; Camp Simba Co-chairperson (camp for kids of cancer patients, co organized with Duke-NUS); Medicine Christian Fellowship High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: sports, especially basketball; traveling; baking Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Lee Wei Fen"A human being is like a television set with millions of channels.... We cannot let just one channel dominate us. We have the seed of everything in us, and we have to recover our own sovereignty." --Thich Nhat Hanh Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, South Asian Studies Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: HOOKED High School: St. Andrew's Junior College Interests: Urban Cities, South Asia, English Literature, Local Theatre Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Li Minghui Samuel“Never give up, just do your best and you will get what you” Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Engineering/ Electrical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Anderson Junior College Interests: Programming, Circuit, Algorithm Development, Jogging, Food |
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Li Yiwang"Being a NUS scholar not only motivates myself to excel holistically, it also serves as a reminder for me to remember my roots and contribute to the society and NUS in whatever ways I can after I graduate. A win-win element should be present in the harmonious relationship between NUS and its scholars." Faculty/ Department: Engineering/ Chemical And Biomolecular Engineering Type of scholarship: Nus Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Chinese Society, Rag(2008), Replugged Music School High School: Hwa Chong Junior College Interests: Singing, Music, Sports |
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Li Yue"NUS is a place that provides you all kinds of opportunities. Seize every opportunity that can make you develop. You can do a lot and you can always do better." Faculty/ Department: Engineering/Bioengineering Type of scholarship: NUS undergraduate scholarship CCA: NUS Choir, NUSSU SAVE, NUS German Language Society, Chinese Orchestra, Piano, Taekwondo, Community Service High School: DaQing No.1 Middle School Interests: Accordion Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Lin Meijuan"Recognising your strengths and leadership qualities, NUS rewards you for your hard work and dedication towards creating a thinking environment for positive learning to take place. Opening a door of opportunities and taking care of your education, NUS invests in you, nurturing you and prepares you for the uncertain future." Faculty/ Department: NUS School of Business / Focus in marketing Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Anglo-Chinese Junior College Interests: Meeting people, exercise and watch musicals and plays Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Li Zhenhong Daryl“In a way, a scholarship is a form of positive pressure that encourages one to maintain good results throughout his or her education. Keep up your standards and make the best of it.” Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Engineering, Bioengineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Hwa Chong Junior College Interests: Writing (fiction), photography |
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Lim Huimin Vanessa“Never impede your personal growth by narrowing your horizons. Explore, explore and explore. Seek out the all the possibilities you possibly can and embrace every opportunity you get.” Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, Department of Geography Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Carolina-Singapore Association (an association set up by Singapore Citizen students who had studied in the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to facilitate good ties between students of the two schools which are allianced by a Joint-Degree Programme) High School: Temasek Junior College Interests: Geology, Hiking, Camping, Travelling and Reading |
Lim Fang Kang"My ambition is to become a research scientist in the Pharmaceutics industry and taking up Pharmacy in NUS is my first step in fulfilling this ambition. I enjoy the intellectual rigour the courses provide and I hope to bring about a positive change in whatever area I may contribute." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Science/ Department of Pharmacy Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Scouts (Venture); Archery; Entrepreneurship Club High School: Raffles Institution Interests: Scouting and Kayaking Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Lim Keng Leong
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Lim Yi Bei"I am passionate about life and love." Faculty/ Department: Science/ Department of Chemistry Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Choir; Art Republic High School: Saint Andrew’s Junior College Interests: I love the outdoors, especially cycling and swimming. More often, enjoy the accompaniment of friends with great music and food. Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
Lim Yue Qin Rachel"I was born a left hander but my mother changed me into a right hander." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Chinese Drama Society (President); Student Council; Interact Club High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Swimming, Skipping, Music Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Loh Chen Yee Marvin"I love to be in cell and church every week, because faith is my source of joy, inspiration and willpower. I am the youngest in the family, and naturally, I am rather spoilt and pampered. Ironically, being showered with love helps me want to share what I have with others." Faculty/ Department: Yong Loo Lin School of Medicine Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Raffles Institution Interests: Debating, coaching (debate), soccer Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Low Chiao Shuan, Davina“ The NUS Undegraduate Scholarship has given to me more than I can ever return to them. It has greatly broadened my potential and has provided me with numerous opportunities for personal growth and development." Faculty/ Department: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering (ChE)” Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Canoeing Recreational Subclub (1st Year) - Served as Publicity Head, NUS Campus Crusade for Christ (4 years) High School: Temask Junior College Interests: Reading, Travelling, Playing the Piano, Photography, Outdoor Actvities |
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Low Kee Guan"Don't look back no matter how good or bad your life WAS; look forward because it's what you do from NOW on that matters" Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Engineering/Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Community Service Club, Hwa Chong Scout Group Voluntary Adult Leader High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Kayaking, Basketball Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 (Year Awarded), 2009 (Year of Matriculation) |
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Miranda Maisha AntoinetteA short quote for future scholars : Never lose confidence in your abilities, but always avoid complacency. Faculty/ Department: Business (Marketing and Finance) Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Sheares Hall Netball and Handball High School: National Junior College Interests: Netball, Handball, Rugby, Travelling Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Mohan GopalanFaculty/Dept: Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Singapore Law Review High School: Raffles Junior College |
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Ng Guan Zhi"The NUS scholarship is more than just a monetary award. It is an important milestone which brings me one step closer to achieving my dreams in my future career." Faculty/ Department: Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Community Service Club (Elderly Befriender program) High School: National Junior College Interests: Running, Cycling, Ball games(Badminton, soccer etc), Interacting with people Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Sam Ng Han Qian"Give your best in everything you do and you live with no regrets." Faculty/ Department: NUS Law School Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Law Annual Sub-Club; NUS Law Careers Fair Committee High School: Temasek Junior College Interests: Guitar; Gymming; History and Politics Year scholarship was awarded: 2008 |
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Ng Sook Zhen
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Ng Zi Yun"I believe what matters, is making the most out of the numerous opportunities we have here in NUS. With the scholarship, I am able to spend more time pursuing my interests. Through participation in various activities, I’ve made a lot of friends and overall it has been a really enriching experience." Faculty/ Department: Business, University Scholars Programme Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Investment Society, NUS Air Weapons Club High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Shooting, arts, finance Year scholarship was awarded: 2008 |
Ong Kheng Yong"Being a scholar is not all work and no play. Do take part in many activities and lead a vibrant and fulfilling university life!" Faculty/ Department: Science/Pharmacy Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: National University of Singapore Pharmaceutical Society (NUSPS) High School: Victoria Junior College Interests: Several sports, especially soccer and cycling. Community Service. Videogaming. Year scholarship was awarded: 2009 |
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Ouyang Hongyi"This scholarship has empowered me from being financially constrained -- it is an invaluable opportunity for us to focus on our studies and do our best in our university life!" Faculty/ Department: Science/ Pharmacy Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Volleyball High School: Anderson Junior College Interests: Playing volleyball, spending time with loved ones. Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Png Yuxin“A short quote for future scholars: Your time in University can be most exciting and fulfilling if you aren't afraid to take up challenges!” Faculty/ Department: Fass/ English Language & Literature, USP Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Organized NUS Biathlon 07, Run NUS! 08, NUS Literary Society, Volunteered at Chen Su Lan Childrens' Home High School: National Junior College Interests: Reading, writing, traveling, finding movies and songs I can return to over and over again. |
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Raghavendra Srinivas"If you can imagine it, you can achieve it; if you can dream it, you can become it." Faculty/ Department: Science/Physics Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Indian Instrumental Ensemble High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Reading, Music and Tennis Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Sim Joo Peng Rosie"Dream big dreams ~ Aim specifically ~ Strive hard for them… If NUS is the right place for you...Get a place here with the scholarship with sheer determination and accomplish your dream." Faculty / Department: Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences / Psychology Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship, LKY-STEP Award CCA: Member of NUSSU Volunteer Action Committee (NVAC), Volunteer at Hougang Sheng Hong Family Service Centre High School: Nanyang Polytechnic Interests: Travelling and exploring new places, Being involved in community services or social work, Photography, Singing, Acquiring foreign languages |
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Siti Adrianni MarhainFaculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Law Students International Relations Committee; NUS Pro Bono High School:National Junior College (Integrated Programme) Interests:Foreign languages, reading, dance, drama and travelling Year scholarship was awarded: 2008 |
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Soon Meiyi Geraldine"Studying at NUS on a full scholarship has been one of the most rewarding experiences for me!" Faculty/ Department: Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: 29th Law Club Management Committee (Social Welfare Secretary), FOCC Matriculation Week 2008 Chairperson, Salsa dance High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Travelling, dancing, cooking, and jazz music. Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Tan Ee Chong"In everything you are and do, be true to yourself" Faculty/ Department: Medicine Type of scholarship: Undergraduate Scholarship (Medicine) CCA: NUS Social and Ballroom Dancing, Medical Society High School: Raffles Institution, Raffles Junior College Interests: Tennis, travel and ice cream! Year scholarship was awarded: 2008 |
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Tan Geok Meng"Faith brings you further than the limits you define." Faculty/ Department: Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS undergraduate scholarship CCA: Was in NUS Annual Charity Fiesta Organising Committee for AY 07/08. High School: National Junior College Interests: Jogging, reading, working out in the gym, listening to music Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Tan Mei Hui"Take the road less travelled and leave no stones unturned." Faculty/ Department: Electrical Engineering, Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Faculty of Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Young Entrepreneurs Association of NUS , Corporate Communications Director (2009 to present) High School: Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) Interests: Chinese calligraphy, Chinese seal carving, physics, mathematics, speed cubing Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Tan Wei Jian"Coming from a polytechnic does not make you any disadvantaged. Often, you'll see how it becomes your advantage instead just like how i did. Opportunities are always there but only if you know how to grasp it, will it be beneficial to you. Good luck!" Faculty/ Department: Engineering / Chemical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Temasek Polytechnic Interests: Formula 1, Reading, Movies, Exploring Places Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Tan Wei Ling"He who hesitates is lost. Carpe diem!" Faculty/ Department: Engineering/ Chemical and Biomolecular and Business Administration Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUSSU Public Relations Unit –Fest La Vie Sub-Committee2008, BioBiz2009- Co-Chairperson High School: Temasek Junior College Interests: Table Tennis, Travelling, Reading Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Tan Yong Jin Jonathan"I'm a maverick who likes to break out of social stereotypes and stretch my boundaries. For instance in the cheerleading stunts component of NUS rag, I became a flyer when almost all the rest of the flyers were females." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Law School International Relations Committee; High School: Temasek Junior College Interests: Playing musical instruments (piano & flute); Singing; Reading South East Asian History Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Tang Yong Guan"Nil Sine Laboure!" Faculty/ Department: Science / Mathematics Type of scholarship: Nus Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Mountaineering High School: Victoria Junior College Interests: Mathematics, Marathons, Adventure Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Tay Wei Jin Daniel"Do what you do best and always do your best." Faculty/ Department: Chemical Engineering and Business Administration Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate scholarship High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Chemical Engineering, Finance, Management, Water Sports Year scholarship was awarded: 2006 |
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Teo Tian Jin, Kevin"If you think you can, you can. And if you think you can't, you're right" - Henry Ford Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Science, Major in Statistics Type of scholarship: NUS Faculty Award CCA: NUS Contract Bridge Club, NUS Economics Society High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Reading, Singing, Playing Contract Bridge Year scholarship was awarded: 2009 |
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Tay Wei Xuan Shermaine“Having a clear purpose of what you want to do with the 4 years you have on campus will enable you to get your priorities right and hence manage your time well.” Faculty/ Department: NUS Business School, BBA(Accountancy) Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Campus Crusade for Christ High School: Anglo-Chinese Junior College Interests: Travelling, reading, playing badminton, watching football |
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Thiang Guo Chuan“Education is what remains after one has forgotten everything he learned in school (Einstein). If you’re eventually going to discard all the content you’ve accumulated in university, at least remember to get an education.” Faculty/ Department: Science, Physics and Mathematics Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Squash, Band High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Theoretical Physics, Alternative music |
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Tng Sheng Rong"“I tried my best” is an excuse for mediocrity." Faculty/ Department: Law Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Varsity Christian Fellowship High School: Raffles Junior College Interests: Tennis, football, frisbee, hockey, floorball, pool, singing Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Wong Jia Yun"Make the most out of your university life; being a scholar is not just about grades!" Faculty/ Department: Business/Accountancy/University Scholars Programme/Lee Kuan Yew School of Public Policy (Masters in Public Policy) Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: NUS Bizad Club, Eusoff Hall Dance Production Marketing Committee, Eusoff Hall Student Activities Committee, YMCA Suichuan Youth Expedition Project, USC FOP D&D working committee, Team Manager of USC IFG Handball, Member of USC IFG Touch Rugby, Highfive Youth Singapore High School: Hwa Chong Institution Interests: Sports, Reaading, Photography Year scholarship was awarded: 2009 |
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Wong Shiu Cheong"Strive hard for your future endeavours and always dare to try." Faculty/ Department: Chemical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Sheares Dance and various committees High School: National Junior College Interests: Badminton, Pool, Dance Year scholarship was awarded: 2007 |
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Wong Zhi Xin“Hi Future Scholars, NUS scholarships are really worth a try. Without a serving bond, the scholarships allow scholars to concentrate on academic work and yet also grant them the freedom to choose their own career path upon graduation. I myself had benefited immensely from the NUS Undergraduate Scholarship, and owe my academic excellence partly to the scholarship. Without the need to worry about tution fees, I am free to channel all my efforts into my academic and Co-curriculum Activities. I would encourage those eligible undergraduates to seize the chance and apply for it.” Faculty/ Department: Science/Pharmacy Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Air Weapons Club & NUS Pharmaceutical Society High School: Anglo-Chinese Junior College Interest: (academically) Drug action in human body, physiology, (leisure) reading books, badminton |
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Yang Jizheng“Only passion and interest can bring you to achieve your goals.” Faculty/ Department: Engineering / Chemical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Hwa Chong Junior College Interests: Nature, trekking, kayaking |
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Yap Li Ren, Gracemary"I am an animal fanatic. I really love and am passionate about animals, but surprisingly, I'm not a vegetarian (many people seem super shocked when I tell them that)." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Science/ Department of Life Sciences Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Student Council and Bowling High School: Catholic Junior College Interests: Passion is really towards animals (any kind) and to help them, against animal abuse; Traveling; Music Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Darren Yeo"I am aspiring to become an entomologist and perhaps someday produce a documentary. I’m currently volunteering with Raffles Museum of Biodiversity Research at Pulau Semakau collecting biodata with regards to the island’s biodiversity." Faculty/ Department: Faculty of Science/ Department of Life Sciences Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship CCA: Fencing and Drama High School: Raffles Institution Interests: Roller Blading, Contemporary Fiction, Writing, Drawing Year scholarship was awarded: 2010 |
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Kelvin Yong
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Zhang Min"Most great people have attained their greatest success just one step beyond their greatest failure, thus never give up when the night seems to be at its darkest, cause the dawn is near." Faculty/ Department: Chemical Engineering Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship / Lee Kuan Yew STEP Award CCA: Community services High School: Nanyang Polytechnic Interests: Travelling, wildlife and nature Year scholarship was awarded: 2009 |
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Zhuo Hong Wei"Everything begins with an idea" Faculty/ Department: School of Computing, Department of Information Systems Type of scholarship: NUS Undergraduate Scholarship High School: Nanyang Polytechnic Interests: Self-improvement, technology, writing, psychology |