SMU School of Computing and Information Systems

26/05/2026

Discover how SMU alumna Joanna Teo gives back to the University through teaching, mentoring, and philanthropy, ensuring education remains accessible.

25/05/2026

BSc (Computer Science) students Yam Junjie, Lim Jun Sheng and Hor Xiang Zhi, as well as SIM student Brayden Scott Chen, have gone viral with a humorous MRT-themed mobile game inspired by Singapore’s daily commuting experience. The game, titled “Train to Bishan”, was created in about five hours for the “Singapore Stupid Hackathon”, a coding competition centred on absurd and comedic ideas. Set on a virtual journey from City Hall station to Bishan station, the game recreates familiar commuting frustrations, including train breakdowns, seat-snatching passengers and requests to give up seats.

Source: https://www.zaobao.com.sg/news/singapore/story20260524-9078432?ref=today-news-section-card-12

高峰时段的地铁车厢，短视频外放声与孩童啼哭交织；好不容易看到一个空位，却被他人抢先一步坐下——面对这些令人烦躁的通勤场景，你是选择默默忍受，还是想在虚拟世界里“反击”一把？

25/05/2026

Huge shoutout to the top performing team in the CS301 IT Solution Architecture course! 🏆

This achievement would not have been possible without the hard work and teamwork of all 7 members from the BSc (Computer Science) cohort, comprising Darrius Ng, Anson Koh, Chai Yi Khuen, Jayden Teoh, Julian Dominic Liaw, Khoo Kar Xing, and Isaac Pua.

Read on as Isaac shares the inside scoop on how they built their winning project:

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💬 "As part of CS301, our team developed a multi-agent system to support end-to-end KYC (Know Your Customer) and client onboarding workflows in a regulated banking environment. Our solution uses a central orchestrator agent to coordinate multiple specialised agents, each acting as a tool for tasks such as document extraction, compliance checks, risk scoring, portfolio ranking, and personalised recommendations. Human-in-the-loop review is built into the workflow to ensure accountability, auditability, and responsible decision-making.

After doing well in class, we had the opportunity to present our project at UBS's office, where we pitched our solution at our booth, shared ideas with their engineers, and learnt from their feedback and perspectives. We are grateful that our solution was eventually selected as the winning project for the $5,000 industry award.

What makes this especially meaningful is the people behind the project. This was a team built on friendship, trust, and many late nights of figuring things out together. I’m grateful to have worked with Julian, one of my day-one friends in SMU, and Kar Xing, whom I grew much closer to through this project and learnt a lot from.

I’m also proud that 5 out of 7 of us (Darrius, Anson, Yi Khuen, Jayden, and myself) are from the SMU Artificial Intelligence Club, supported by SMU Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, reflecting how AI exposure, community, and friendships built beyond the club contributed to strong teamwork and excellence both in class and in industry.

A big thank you to UBS and their engineers, some of whom are SMU alumni, as well as SMU School of Computing and Information Systems, Lee Yeow Leong, our CS301 teaching team, Eng Lieh Ouh, Nitendra Kumar, and Yue Zheng Ting, for their guidance, support, and for making this opportunity possible.

Excited to keep learning, building, and applying AI to solve real-world problems!"

21/05/2026

SMU Associate Professor of Computer Science Zhu Feida spoke at the Digital Economy Action Initiative 2026 International Summit (DEAI 2026), hosted by the Asia Academy of Digital Economics (AADE) on 19 May 2026 under the theme “Smarter AI, Safer Digital Wealth.” During the keynote session, he joined internationally renowned experts in sharing perspectives on the future of AI and digital finance, with a focus on practical approaches to AI, data intelligence, and digital transformation at the intersection of academia and industry.

Source: https://www.yan.sg/20260520-when-ai-begins-to-participate-in-wealth-governance-and-decision-making/

21/05/2026

BSc (Information Systems) student Jagat Mok's chapter with SMU Arts & Cultural Fraternity is one for the books. From navigating academic commitments to fueling campus creativity, it’s been an unforgettable ride of non-stop hustle. The page is turning, but the momentum isn't stopping...

19/05/2026

As a student-athlete, BSc (Computing and Law) student Justin Yap Chong Jin learned to sharpen his time management skills by prioritising what matters most and keeping his productivity high both on the squash court and in the classroom.

18/05/2026

Alongside her national athletic commitments, BSc (Information Systems) student Samyuktha Pugalanthi is an active student leader recognised as one of the winners at the SMU University Student Life Awards 2026 for her contributions to the sports scene and campus life.

18/05/2026

Team OLS, comprising SCIS students Tiang Zi Xuan, Shanice Giselle Goh, Keylani K Dylovan and Hsieh Pei Ling, was awarded Runner-up at at the SGLaw200 Youth Forum MinLaw Ideation Challenge for their thoughtful reimagining of Singapore’s FinTech Regulatory Sandbox. Their proposal introduced a three-pronged approach focused on improving accessibility, strengthening innovation pipelines through accredited hubs, and supporting regional growth through an ASEAN Market Readiness Programme.

Congratulations to our SMU students on an outstanding showing at the SGLaw200 Youth Forum MinLaw Ideation Challenge. 👏

Team LegalSave emerged Champion and won the People’s Choice Award, while Team OLS placed Runner-up — with SMU teams taking two of the top three spots.

Especially encouraging was the boldness shown by our students in the ideas they put forward. The winning Team LegalSave — comprising first-year students — explored an out-of-the-box response to challenges faced by the “sandwiched class”.

Bringing together perspectives from law, accountancy and computing, both teams showed how different perspectives can lead to thoughtful approaches to complex societal issues.

Congratulations once again to our students 👏



Photo Credits: Jacky Ho, for the SGLaw200 Youth Forum

18/05/2026

SMU offers interdisciplinary learning, leadership development, and global engagement. SMU alumni, including Managing Director (Asia-Pacific) at the Future of Privacy Forum Josh Lee Kok Thong, founder of Fogo Fungi Ryan Ong, and Director of Development & Community Relations at Hope Initiative Allianc...

14/05/2026

Congratulations to our BSc (Software Engineering) students for being honored with the SMUxDell Cloud Native Award for Enterprise Solutions Development (ESD). Kudos to Lim Wei Yau, Tiong Guan Tan, Kai Zhe Loh, Joey Chik, and Riley Lee for their hard work and innovative solution. Competing against 11 sections of ESD students, this SE-only team rank #1 overall.

Their winning prototype, Node³, is a shared real time collaboration platform that helps teams generate ideas, align their thinking, and automatically turn discussions into structured documentation. The goal is to allow organisations rethink Human-AI Collaboration workflows and position AI not just as a personal co-pilot, but as a team member that supports collaborations.

Learn more at https://www.canva.com/design/DAHIGJpJ-dg/GP5eKMUonpMyRIVnMjr4Mg/edit

14/05/2026

It’s been an incredible journey turning an idea into an award-winning reality. Big cheers to the top performing team comprising BSc (Software Engineering) students Brandon Koh, Adrian Yeo, Brian Leong, Lee Jin Rae, Jereme Tan, and BSc (Computer Science) student Jeric Toh, for clinching the UBS-SMU-X Collaborative Software Development Award for their project, Alphaca!

Alphaca is a platform for learning Gen Alpha language, culture, and digital behaviour. It brings together structured learning with interactive community and creator features, so users can explore internet slang, course content, games, and platform-generated content all in one place.

Learn more at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AMH4TsT-qic

13/05/2026

While pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Xie Wenkai is also actively involved in the legal-technology space as President of SMU Legal Innovation and Technology (LIT) Club, and maintains a leadership presence as Public Relations Director of Ellipsis SMU Computing & Information Systems Society. Read on to learn how he pioneered new strategic initiatives and elevated the reach of these student clubs.

13/05/2026

13/05/2026

Keen to explore a career in financial services but not sure where to start? Curious how job roles are evolving as financial institutions adopt AI, and what opportunities are available for young talent? Join us at this year's Financial Industry Fiesta to learn more about the industry, connect with industry professionals and find out how to prepare for a career in the financial service industry.

Organised by the The Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore , in collaboration with financial institutions, IHLs and the Union, this event features:
✨ Keynote and Fireside Chat with Guest-of-Honour Gan Kim Yong, DPM and Minister for Trade and Industry
✨ Group Mentoring sessions with industry professionals, career coaches and youth mentors
✨ Networking at Career Marketplace with hiring / HR managers

📅 19 May 2026 (Tuesday)
⏰ 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 SMU Hall, Level B1
55 Armenian Street, Singapore 179943

🔗 Register now: bit.ly/finfiesta26

11/05/2026

During her tenure as President of Ellipsis SMU Computing & Information Systems Society, BSc (Information Systems) student Felicia Paulus was dedicated in building an inclusive community-driven platform where students could learn from one another and build lasting connections.

08/05/2026

Team Mvidia, comprising BSc (Information Systems) students Joshua Ang, Bryan Chua, Derrick Lim, Shawn Ng, Jia Yen Beh and Zi You Foo, has won the Dell Technologies Academy (Cloud Native Experience Award) for term 2 of this academic year. The award is given to the best IS483 or IS484 team that implements Cloud Native principles into their solution design. Team Mvidia's project "Agent M" is a fully autonomous trading system that orchestrates multiple AI agents across the full trade lifecycle, from news ingestion and market analysis to order ex*****on via brokerages like Alpaca.

06/05/2026

SMU School of Computing and Information Systems pays tribute to the late Professor Emeritus Arcot Desai Narasimhalu who passed away on 4 May 2026.

Professor Narasimhalu was among the pioneering faculty when our school was founded in 2003, and he remained a steadfast contributor until his retirement in 2017. During his distinguished tenure, he served as Associate Dean (Student Programs & External Relations) from 2004 to 2008, and as the Founding Director of the SMU Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship from 2008 to 2016. He also played a pivotal role in shaping the SMU Master of Information Technology in Business - MITB programme.

Through these leadership roles and as a teacher, Professor Narasimhalu profoundly influenced cohorts of students and colleagues. Many of us were privileged to benefit from his insights, friendship, and counsel over the years.

While we mourn his loss, we also celebrate the enduring legacy he leaves behind. Professor Narasimhalu’s vision and dedication have left an indelible mark on SCIS and in the hearts of all who knew him.

May he rest in peace!

06/05/2026

From cultural immersion exchanges to technopreneurship study mission and involvement in SMU Women in Tech, BSc (Information Systems) student Teo Wei Shan is dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology and advocating for a digital future that is inclusive.

05/05/2026

05/05/2026

Driven by the process of building things and transforming it into a functional tool, pursuing the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science with a focus on Frontier Artificial Intelligence and Software Systems was a natural progression of that passion for SCIS undergraduate Saai Aravindh Raja.

04/05/2026

Student life at Singapore Management University can be a whirlwind of activity, and BSc (Information Systems) student Amanda Jayn Seah is embracing every second of it.

[ Edit: Amanda Jayn Seah is from the 2024 Intake ]

04/05/2026

Keen to explore a career in financial services but not sure where to start? Curious how job roles are evolving as financial institutions adopt AI, and what opportunities are available for young talent? Join us at this year's Financial Industry Fiesta to learn more about the industry, connect with industry professionals and find out how to prepare for a career in the financial service industry.

Organised by the The Institute of Banking and Finance Singapore, in collaboration with financial institutions, IHLs and the Union, this event features:
✨ Keynote and Fireside Chat with Guest-of-Honour Gan Kim Yong, DPM and Minister for Trade and Industry
✨ Group Mentoring sessions with industry professionals, career coaches and youth mentors
✨ Networking at Career Marketplace with hiring / HR managers

📅 19 May 2026 (Tuesday)
⏰ 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
📍 SMU Hall, Level B1
55 Armenian Street, Singapore 179943

🔗 Register now: bit.ly/finfiesta26

23/04/2026

BSc (Information Systems) student Lim Sim Yee is no stranger to SCIS special interest groups, namely the SMU Whitehat Society, SMU .SMU .HACK, and SMU Business Intelligence and Analytics Club - BIA club. Read more about her work that inspires the next generation of students in the tech community.

21/04/2026

Serving vocals behind the SMU VOIX 23rd Executive Committee is one of the significant highlights of university journey for BSc (Computer Science) student Lennel Chua. As the President for the premier A Ca****la club, Lennel shares key moments that enrich his campus life.

20/04/2026

BSc (Information Systems) student Clive Lim is the first runner-up for the Ruth Chiang Outstanding Intern of the Year 2026, in recognition of his excellent internship performance and going beyond the call of duty. He attributed his professional development to the SMU's pedagogy that emphasises critical thinking, collaboration, and application-based learning, which aligns well with how he approaches challenges both academically and outside the classroom.