WCH Peer Tutoring - Oral Communication
About
NUS Writing & Communication Hub also offers a variety of communication support to NUS students. We provide regular individual and group consultations on academic or workplace related presentations, spoken discourse and any spoken modes of communication. As trained tutors, we are able to provide feedback on non-verbal as well as verbal communication skills at any stage of the preparation and execution process. While our focus is on academic and professional communication, we also provide assistance to students whose English is not your first language in any area required.
Meet Our Team
Jennifer Lee
Graduating Class of 2027, NUS
Major: Business Analytics
Languages: English, Korean
Jennifer is a Year 3 Business Analytics student who loves travelling and meeting new people! She has lived across three different countries throughout her childhood – from the United States to Korea to now Singapore. Because of these experiences she is well aware how difficult it might be to learn a new language or communicate effectively in a language other than one’s mother tongue 🙂 She hopes she can empower others with these experiences that she had gone through herself and hopes to guide tutees most effectively based on their needs and interests!
Rachel Clare de Silva
Graduating Class of 2026, NUS
Major: Psychology
Languages: English, Basic Mandarin (Conversational)
Rachel is a fourth-year Psychology student who enjoys exploring cafés and sights around Singapore with her friends whenever time allows. She also values her quiet moments, often spending them reading literature or watching shows. Having struggled with presentations and public speaking during her secondary school years, Rachel understands the challenges others may face. She is passionate about supporting others in gaining confidence, just as her peers once supported her.
Hann Yu
Graduating Class of 2028, NUS
Major: Business Analytics
Languages: English, Mandarin (Conversational)
Hann Yu is a Business Analytics major from Singapore who understands how nerve-wracking communication can be because he's been there too. Having overcome his own challenges with anxiety and social awkwardness, he now genuinely enjoys connecting with new people. As the Sponsorship Director of the NUS Students’ Computing Club, Hann Yu is experienced in both conversational and professional communication. He still gets a little nervous before public speaking, which is completely normal, and he's excited to join you on your journey to becoming a more confident communicator. Outside of school, he enjoys watching live football and playing sports.
Tan Zi Yi
Graduating Class of 2027, NUS
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Languages: English & Mandarin
Zi Yi is a Year 3 Biomedical Engineering student who is warm, approachable, and genuinely enjoys meeting new people. She is always willing to lend a helping hand and finds fulfillment in supporting others whenever she can. Zi Yi enjoys sharing her experiences and believes that meaningful connections are built through open conversations and mutual understanding. She is empathetic and attentive, making her someone people feel comfortable confiding in. Always open to listening and offering encouragement, she hopes to be a source of support for anyone who may be going through a difficult or lonely time, and strives to create a welcoming and inclusive environment for those around her.
Rosemarie Kumaran
Graduating Class of 2027, NUS
Major: Psychology and Social Work (Double Major)
Languages: English, Mandarin (Conversational)
Rosemarie is a third year Psychology and Social Work major who thrives on connecting with people, ideas, and the world around her. A natural born “yapper” (as her friends affectionately call her), she finds joy in meaningful conversations and believes strongly in the power of dialogue to inspire growth. With several years of debating experience under her belt, she is passionate about holding safe spaces where individuals can build confidence at their own pace.
With a coffee in hand and a positive mindset, Rosemarie is ready and excited for the journey ahead; one conversation, one connection, and one learning moment at a time!
Rachael Tan Zhao Zhi
Graduating Class of 2026, NUS
Major: Life Sciences
Languages: English, Mandarin (Average)
One of the reasons for why Rachael became a peer tutor is to meet new people and find out more about different backgrounds and life stories. Not only that, but she is also in the life stage of applying for jobs and internships, and she would be eager to help you along that journey as well! If you ever need anyone to chat with, to improve your conversational skills, Rachael is always here, excited to help.
Toh You Min
Graduating Class of 2027, NUS
Major: Biomedical Engineering
Languages: English, Mandarin
You Min is a Biomedical Engineering student who is keen on helping others. She understands how tough it can be to face a crowd and present and hopes that her own experiences can support fellow students who struggle in the same way. She aims to create a safe, stress-free space where students can grow and gain confidence together. She may not have all the answers, but she’s always ready to listen, share what has worked for her, and learn alongside you. Outside of school, she loves animals and enjoys playing sports.
Nico
Graduating Class of 2028, NUS
Major: Computer Science
Languages: English, Indonesian, Mandarin (Conversational)
Now a second-year Computing student, Nico has always been intrigued by people and their idiosyncrasies. This curiosity resulted in him throwing himself into teaching and public speaking during his undergraduate years, where he taught chemistry labs and curated talks for TEDx as an excuse to interact with people. In his spare time, he enjoys expanding his ever-growing list of uncompleted projects. Currently, he is studying real analysis and learning (albeit poorly) the electric guitar.
Sakshi Mishra
Graduating Class of 2027, NUS
Major: Materials Science and Engineering
Languages: English
Sakshi is a Year 3 PhD student in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering. As a peer tutor, she aims to help students feel at ease when expressing their thoughts and ideas. She believes that providing a communication channel within the student community is instrumental in shaping personalities rather than just disseminating knowledge. Outside the lab, she enjoys writing poetry and unwinding with music.