NUS Homecoming 2026

NUS Homecoming brings the joy of reunion to life — welcoming you back to reconnect with friends, revisit cherished moments, and continue conversations no matter where life has taken you.

Catch up with your peers, rediscover the campus, and enjoy fun-filled activities for the evening.

Come home and say hello, again.


Saturday, 27 June 2026
4.00pm to 9.00pm
NUS University Town, Stephen Riady Centre,
2 College Avenue West, Singapore 138607

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Programmes

Enjoy a wide range of activities designed for shared fun. From insightful talks and workshops to family-friendly drop-in activities, there is something for everyone.

Tantrums, tears, and big feelings are part of every child's world — but how you respond makes all the difference. Join Jamie Ong, Clinical Psychologist from NUS, for a practical, research-backed session on turning your child's emotional moments into opportunities for connection and growth. Walk away with simple, proven tools to respond with confidence, say the right thing, and raise a more resilient child.

Speaker: Ms Jamie Ong, M.ClinPsych. (NUS), B.Soc.Sci. (Hons.) (NUS)
Jamie is a registered psychologist, an approved Clinical Supervisor with the Singapore Register of Psychologists and a member of the Singapore Psychological Society. She started her career in year 2011 and has extensive experience working with children and adolescents with developmental disorders and psychiatric conditions both in a hospital and community setting.

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Experience the beauty of Nihon Buyo through an introduction to its history, cultural roots, and performance styles. The programme includes a live dance showcase and a mini-exhibition of kimono, props, and traditional music that bring this classical Japanese art form to life.

Enjoy an energetic lineup of live performances by talented alumni and student bands and groups at Stephen Riady Centre.

Band performance groups:

  • Power Rangers
    From Ridge View Residential College, a band driven by loud guitars, big energy, and a love for live performance. From rock anthems to crowd-favourite pop hits, we bring powerful grooves and an electrifying atmosphere.

  • rats in a room
    Crazy? I was crazy once.
    A room full of rats. Rats make me crazy

  • SKILLSFUTURE
    An ex-RVRC Jukebox band committed to improving with every performance. Even after graduation, we’re still upgrading, bringing you a set of acoustic pop songs to enjoy.

  • The YMFB Collective
    Born out of an afternoon jam session at NUS Residential College 4, The YMFB Collective is here to bring you timeless tunes from your mom's vinyl collection!

  • try-angle
    From Lighthouse, serving you the perfect trigonometry with three songs that will leave you wanting more. We’re here to prove that our set is acute experience, and we definitely won't be going off on a tangent!

  • Twisted Systems
    Twisted Systems is an RC4 student band playing classic rock and pop favourites - singalong crowd-pleasers from the likes of Crowded House, Blink-182 and Guns N' Roses, reworked for a live audience.

Performance schedule to be confirmed shortly.

This hands-on activity invites participants to build their own "Career Sandwich" by stacking ingredients that reflect their strengths, interests, career goals, and support needs. As participants create their unique career stack, they gain insights into where they are today and what they need to move forward.

More than just a fun activity, the Career Sandwich helps uncover career aspirations, identify development opportunities, and connect jobseekers to the right support. Armed with these insights, e2i officers can provide more targeted recommendations—from career coaching and job matching to AI-powered tools and training opportunities.

It's a simple yet powerful way to turn self-discovery into meaningful career action.

This activity is presented by e2i.

This interactive board game brings career planning to life in a fun and engaging way. As you play, you'll experience the kinds of choices, challenges, and trade-offs people face in their careers. Join us and discover what career planning feels like!

Managing in technology today means staying current across multiple fast-moving domains — people leadership, product thinking, commercial judgement, data and AI governance, sustainability, operations. Learn what each domain demands of a manager, what is most relevant to your own management journey, and how you can use AI in each one to raise your game.

Nadine Yap is Principal Lecturer, and Programme Chief of the MSc in Enterprise Digital Technology Management at NUS-ISS. She has spent over three decades in digital technology, including product and programme roles at Amazon and Yahoo Southeast Asia, and subsequent C-suite roles as Chief Product and Technology Officer and Chief Customer Officer. She holds degrees from Harvard University.

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Experience the beauty of Nihon Buyo through an introduction to its history, cultural roots, and performance styles. The programme includes a live dance showcase and a mini-exhibition of kimono, props, and traditional music that bring this classical Japanese art form to life.

Your gut does far more than digest food. In this talk, Anna Tantushyan, NUS alumna (Business MIM '17) and co-founder of Wellsprout, shares her personal journey and the science behind how your gut microbiome shapes your energy, mood, and mental resilience.

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.

What lives beneath Singapore’s shores? Join us for an exciting exploration of marine biodiversity through an interactive presentation and specimen showcase. Learn about fascinating sea creatures, test your knowledge through fun guessing activities, and experience close-up encounters with preserved specimens and a live mudskipper tank.

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Savour the king of fruits at our durian tasting activity and enjoy a rich, flavourful experience that is sure to delight adventurous food lovers.

Registration fee: $30 (U.P $50)

Every ticket entitles you to:

  • 400g–500g of durian featuring three varieties – Mao Shan Wang, D13, and Gang Hai
  • Mangosteens and longans
  • 1 packet of coconut water

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Registration fee / tickets sold are non-refundable.

Catch a performance played on the Koto, a traditional Japanese 13- string instrument, by KotoKottoN NUS Koto ensemble. Enjoy the KotoKottoN's dynamic repertoire of koto music which includes an anime song too! At the end of session, learn how to play koto with the famous Japanese folk song, Sakura, which is Cherry Blossom, on the koto.

Hear from our NUS Alumni Lim Swee Kim (Computing '88) and Bill Ang (Arts & Social Sciences '86), on how they’ve found purpose and connection in the third act of life.

If you’re a senior leader building a lasting legacy, come explore how NUS Distinguished Senior Fellowship Programme (DSFP) bridges inward reflection and concrete impact.

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.

Savour the king of fruits at our durian tasting activity and enjoy a rich, flavourful experience that is sure to delight adventurous food lovers.

Registration fee: $30 (U.P $50)

Every ticket entitles you to:

  • 400g–500g of durian featuring three varieties – Mao Shan Wang, D13, and Gang Hai
  • Mangosteens and longans
  • 1 packet of coconut water

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Registration fee / tickets sold are non-refundable.

Savour the king of fruits at our durian tasting activity and enjoy a rich, flavourful experience that is sure to delight adventurous food lovers.

Registration fee: $30 (U.P $50)

Every ticket entitles you to:

  • 400g–500g of durian featuring three varieties – Mao Shan Wang, D13, and Gang Hai
  • Mangosteens and longans
  • 1 packet of coconut water

Limited tickets available on a first-come-first-served basis.
Registration fee / tickets sold are non-refundable.

Booths

SRC Level 1 & 2, Internal Street

AlumPERKS Merchant:
EtonHouse International Education Group

Learn more about EtonHouse campuses across Singapore, offering a Reggio Emilia-inspired, inquiry-based education from infant care to high school. Discover how we nurture confident, reflective learners with a lifelong love for learning. Children can look forward to simple, interactive experiences at our booth.

AlumPERKS Merchant:
Wellsprout

Wellsprout is a science-led gut health company offering gut microbiome testing, analytics, and a 100% natural plant-based supergreens powder built for busy professionals. Visit our booth to discover how your gut shapes your energy, mood, and focus, and find a gut health habit that works for your life.

AlumPERKS Merchant:
Wild Fig Yoga

Join us at the Wild Fig Yoga booth to find out more about how yoga and soundbath can support your physical and mental wellness! Try your hand at leading a soundbath using our tibetan singing bowls, or perhaps complete our chair pose challenge to receive exclusive prizes. See you there!

AlumPERKS Merchant:
YU Cookies

YU Cookies is a Singapore local brand crafting sugar conscious cookies inspired by local flavours and gifting culture. Founded by food scientists from the National University of Singapore, YU offers lower sugar treats and a delicious variety of crowd favourite flavours, perfect for sharing with family and friends.

DanceWerkz

DanceWerkz offers stylish dancewear, performance-ready activewear, and ballet classes in Singapore. Thoughtfully curated for comfort, movement, and confidence, our collection features premium pieces from Intermezzo and more.

Distinguished Senior Fellowship Programme (DSFP)

In the 13-week NUS Distinguished Senior Fellowship Programme (DSFP), senior leaders rediscover their love of learning and reshape their lifelong impact in a community of like-minded peers. If you’re already thinking about your next step, let’s chat to see how DSFP can set the stage for your third act.

Jellybot

Visitors will get a hands-on experience in controlling our underwater bio-inspired jellyfish robot. A show and tell of our Jellybot’s design and development process will provide visitors with first-hand knowledge of the control mechanism and computer vision system on Jellybot.

KYDZ International

KYDZ International believes play should never be outgrown — it simply evolves. We offer a curated range of play-based engagement tools for early childhood and senior care communities, with many products locally designed or sourced from trusted global partners who share our commitment to quality, inclusion, and purpose.

KosmodeHealth Singapore

KosmodeHealth Singapore is making health from nature more accessible, supporting people’s wellbeing without compromising the environment. We believe food is a foundation of health — and even everyday staples like noodles can be therapeutic. Visit our booth and sample it for yourself.

Maison Mugen

Live demonstration sessions at 4:00–4:45pm and 5:30–6:15pm: Discover a rare Japanese wax-modelling technique, see the signature taffy wax-pulling process in action, and learn how handcrafted wax forms become fine jewellery. Enjoy a beginner-friendly ring-making demo or explore finished pieces in silver and gold.

NUS BIZAlum

Reconnect with the NUS Business School community at the NUS BIZAlum booth! Catch up on the latest BIZ School developments, discover upcoming alumni events and initiatives, and explore the platforms available to celebrate and showcase our alumni's achievements and contributions. Development Office representative will also be on hand to share more about Class Giving.

NUS Calibur Robotics

Visitors will get a hands-on experience operating our Engineer mobile manipulator robot, gaining a first-hand look at how competition robots are built and driven. A live first-person camera feed from our student-built Sentry mobile robot will let visitors experience exactly what operators see during competitions. Exciting highlight footage from past competitions will also be on display, showcasing our robots in action on the arena floor.

NUS Enterprise

Reconnect with NOC and MSVC Alumni at our booth! Catch up on the latest NOC and MSVC developments, discover upcoming alumni events and treat yourself to a complimentary henna painting session by Henna Flair (NOC Alumna!!)! And perhaps leave some tummy space for ice cream too!

NUS Giving

Enjoy a complimentary Fossa chocolate when you make a gift of any amount to support NUS students in financial need, a treat made more meaningful as Fossa was co-founded by one of our own. Flavours include Salted Egg Cereal, Nanyang Kopi and Pulut Hitam. Sweeten your day while brightening someone else's.

NUS Lifelong Learning

Visit the NUS Lifelong Learning booth to find out more about the programmes and benefits available to alumni. Chip in to solve our giant crossword puzzle and receive a thank you gift for your participation!

NUS Student Union

Come and collect free fortune cookies prepared by NUS students and brought to you by the NUS Students' Union! Alongside this, take part in a meaningful letter-writing activity where you can reflect on your own NUS journey and leave words of encouragement, advice, and inspiration for future generations of NUS graduates. Join us for a moment of reflection, connection, and a little bit of fortune!

O!massage

Enjoy a quick, affordable 10-minute reset anytime with O!Massage self-service massage chairs — designed to bring comfort and relief to busy lifestyles.

Pakar Batik & Clementine

Explore the latest collections from Pakar Batik and Clementine. Pakar Batik reimagines traditional Indonesian batik for modern lifestyles, while Clementine presents elegant leather bags and accessories, alongside bespoke womenswear by its designer.

ROYO Material

ROYO Material bridges heritage and modernity through circular, research-led design. Discover how waste is transformed through ROYO’s four-stage process into distinctive, consciously made materials and craft products. Visit our booth to explore the collection.

Sixth Senses Aromatics

Explore holistic wellbeing with aromatherapy, mindfulness, stress management, and mental wellbeing workshops. Discover corporate wellness programmes, interactive sessions, and wellness giveaways at our showcase.

Standard Chartered Bank

Discover exclusive banking privileges designed for NUS alumni! Visit our booth to learn more about preferential offers, from JumpStart and Bonus$aver (enjoy up to 5.85% p.a. on your first S$100,000) to Wealth$aver accounts, with attractive rates for those starting their Priority Banking or Priority Private journey. Plus, receive a special doorgift and explore the NUS Alumni Platinum Credit Card, available only during the roadshow.

Star Sports - Tennis & Pickleball

Visit the Star Sports - Tennis & Pickleball booth to discover our tennis and pickleball services, and shop our merchandise collection.

King Edward VII Hall

Master of Science (Environmental Management) (MEM) Alumni

The Centre for Language Studies (CLS)

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Family Fun Activities

Create unforgettable memories with your loved ones at our carnival zone. Little ones can bounce to their hearts’ content on the bouncy castles and enjoy specially curated kids’ activities, while you soak in the fun and energy of Homecoming. Relive your NUS days in a lively, family-friendly atmosphere filled with excitement and entertainment.

Bouncy Castles & Activity Stations
SRC, Level 1 Sports Hall 1

Add a splash of family fun to your Homecoming experience with bouncy castles and craft stations, perfect for kids to burn off energy and get creative.

Activity stations available: Cognitive worksheets, Keychain Making, Pinwheel Craft, Pod Games, Stepper Fish Game

Board Games Arena
SRC Level 1, SR1

Drop by Board Games Arena to challenge your friends, meet new people, or simply unwind! We’ve a wide variety of exciting board games everyone will definitely enjoy - Splendor, Exploding Kittens, Salt & Pepper, Floriferous, Cat in the Box, Crew, Tacta, and many other favourites — all under 30 minutes!

Presented by the NUS Alumni Boardgame Group

Mascot Parade

Catch Linus and other NUS Mascots for a cheerful parade this Homecoming! Don’t miss this playful and spirited Homecoming experience that’s sure to delight participants of all ages.

Appearance timings: 5.15pm 6.15pm

Campus Tours

Take part in our specially curated tours to learn more about NUS’ research in satellite technology and get a glimpse into the unique learning and living environment at one of our Residential Colleges.

Tour of the Satellite Technology and Research (STAR) Centre

The Satellite Technology and Research (STAR) Centre is a joint NUS-DSO lab focused on satellite autonomy and advancing the local space industry. During the tour, participants will explore the building blocks of small satellites, discover various satellite applications, and learn about the R&D efforts ensuring mission success in harsh space environments.

Tour Timings
4.45pm - 5.45pm 5.45pm - 6.45pm 6.45pm - 7.45pm
Participants are to arrive at least 15 minutes prior for registration.

Tour of NUS College

Come explore NUS College, Singapore’s first Honours College! Our campus, co-shared with the Faculty of Law, is a vibrant and welcoming space where our students reside and learn alongside their peers. Join our campus tour to learn more about life at NUSC from our friendly student ambassadors.

Tour Timings
4.30pm - 5.00pm 5.00pm - 5.30pm 5.30pm - 6.00pm
Participants are to arrive at least 10 minutes prior for registration.

Reunions and Gatherings

Global Studies Alumni Homecoming
4.00pm – 6.00pm
SRC Level 2 SR8

Calling NUS Alumni who majored and/or minored in Global Studies, join fellow Global Studies alumni for a friendly Homecoming reunion as we reconnect, reminisce, and build connections across cohorts over snacks, drinks, and activities.

For registration and more details, please reach out to Ms Aisyah Lyana at aisyahlyana97@gmail.com

PharmaCOASTERapy
4.00pm – 5.30pm
Town Plaza, SR1 & SR2

PharmaCOASTERapy is a fun, acrylic coaster-making workshop for NUS pharmacy and pharmaceutical science alumni to relax, get creative, and reconnect with old friends. Come unwind with crafts and great company!

For registration and more details, please reach out to pharmacy_alumni@nus.edu.sg.

SSPSPH Alumni Gathering
4.30pm – 7.30pm
SRC Level 1, SR3 & SR4

Join us for a relaxed gathering filled with community spirit and homecoming cheer, specially for alumni from Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health!

As a warm welcome, alumni and their guests will receive a complimentary door gift: a notebook featuring custom live name calligraphy. Additionally, with a minimum gift amount, you can look forward to bringing home special commemorative tokens: Wellness with Otus (Blind Bag) and/or an Otus Plush Tote Bag.

For registration, please visit https://forms.office.com/r/wnyGpWb1gS.

Graduating in Crisis – A reunion and celebration
6.00pm – 8.30pm
Town Plaza, SR3 & SR4

NUS Alumni Network Sociology & Anthropology celebrates the graduation of NUS’ first Anthropology majors and CHS Sociology cohort at NUS Homecoming 2026. Across generations — from the post-colonial era to the 2007–08 financial crisis and today’s AI- and war-shaped world — connect, exchange stories and advice, and enjoy a complimentary dinner together.

For registration and more details, please email to nus.soci.anthro.alumni@gmail.com.

MSc Management of Technology Alumni Reunion
4.30pm – 6.00pm
SRC Level 2 SR 9

Come by for a reunion with other fellow alumni from the MSc Management of Technology programme.

See you on 27 June at UTown!

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Getting to NUS Homecoming 2026

Public Transport

  • Take the NUS Internal Shuttle Bus D2 from Kent Ridge MRT Station, and alight at University Town.

Taxi or Private Car Hire

  • Stephen Riady Centre
    2 College Avenue West, Singapore 138607 ( Google Map)
  • Town Plaza, NUS
    2 College Avenue West, Singapore 138607 ( Google Map)
  • Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium
    8 College Avenue West, Singapore 138608 ( Google Map)

Driving and Parking

  • Limited parking is available at UTown. Please park at the Stephen Riady Centre. Alternatively, you can park at the University Cultural Centre and take the NUS Internal Shuttle Bus D1 from the Museum Stop to University Town.
  • Parking charges are $0.0214/min. For more details, refer to Parking Information.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is there a registration fee?
A: Admission to NUS Homecoming 2026 is free! All activities are free-of-charge for registered guests except for the Durian Tasting activity which has a nominal entrance fee.

Q: Can I bring my family members to the event?
A: Family members of alumni are welcome at NUS Homecoming 2026. Please include the details of your guests in your registration.

Q: Can I bring my children to the event?
A: Yes! Children are welcome. Please note that there are age and height restrictions for some activities, such as the bouncy castle.

Q: I registered but did not receive a confirmation email. What should I do?
A: First, check your spam folder. If you still can't find the email, contact us at alumni@nus.edu.sg for assistance.

Bouncy Castles

Q. Do I need tickets for the bouncy castle?
A: Tickets are not required for entry to the bouncy castle.

Q: Is there an age limit?
A: The inflatables and activities are recommended for children aged 2 to 9, though children up to 12 years old are welcome to join. We recommend that parents accompany children below 1 metre in height.

Q: Is there a time limit for this activity?
A: Each child will be given 30 minutes of playtime and will need to exit and rejoin the queue thereafter.

Q: Do I need to be with my children for this activity?
A: Yes, we would appreciate that parents and caregivers remain outside the bouncy castle while their children are playing and assist the personnel in charge in handling their children when needed.

Q: Is there an attire requirement for bouncy castle?
A: Yes, children are encouraged to wear comfortable clothing that allows them to move safely and easily. Shoes must be removed, and socks (preferably non-slip ones) must be worn before entering the bouncy castle. We also recommend avoiding sharp accessories or any items that may pose a safety risk during play.

Have any questions or require any assistance? Reach out to us and we’ll be happy to assist!

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