Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information

30/07/2026

The Spotlight Awards is 's annual celebration of the students whose ideas, creativity and contributions have made an impact throughout the year. From outstanding Final Year Projects to achievements in leadership, service and beyond, the awards recognise the many ways our students excel.

This year's ceremony recognised recipients of the APRW Excellence Awards, which honour the most outstanding Final Year Projects across our four academic tracks; the Vanguard Awards, which celebrate bold ideas, creativity and meaningful impact; and the Spirit Award, which recognises students who have made exceptional contributions through leadership, service, sports, the arts or entrepreneurship.

Our appreciation goes to APRW for its continued support and for recognising the outstanding work of our graduating students. We also thank our alumni judges for generously sharing their time and expertise, and the student organising committee for bringing this year's Spotlight Awards Night to life.

Congratulations to all our award recipients! Your passion, creativity and dedication continue to inspire the WKWSCI community.

29/07/2026

This year's Postgraduate Pre-Convocation Dinner was extra special as, for the first time, graduating students from all of 's postgraduate programmes celebrated together.

The evening was filled with good food, laughter and heartfelt moments as students, faculty and staff celebrated the friendships, shared experiences and connections.

Throughout the evening, graduates reconnected with classmates and faculty, took part in interactive games, captured memories at the photo booth and enjoyed a commemorative video featuring reflections and well wishes from graduating students and programme directors.

Congratulations once again to our graduates from the Class of 2026!

28/07/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! 🎓

At this year’s Convocation, we celebrated your achievements and the experiences that shaped your time at WKWSCI, from lectures and projects to internships, overseas opportunities and friendships formed along the way.

We were also pleased to welcome alumnus Raymond Chin (CS’01), Chief Creative Officer, Innovation APAC at VML, who returned to address the graduating class. Congratulations to valedictorian Gladys Phua, who represented her peers with a heartfelt address.

Thank you to our faculty, staff, families and friends for supporting our graduates throughout their time at WKWSCI.

As you move into new roles and fields, we look forward to seeing how you use communication and information to shape ideas, inform decisions and contribute to the communities you serve.

28/07/2026

24/07/2026

Convocation season is here! 🎓

As we celebrate the Class of 2026, we are proud to congratulate two graduates on receiving prestigious University awards in recognition of their outstanding achievements.

Chen Jiaqi received the Lee Kuan Yew Gold Medal, awarded to the top student in each programme who graduates with Honours (Highest Distinction). With a strong interest in research, Jiaqi completed both a URECA project and a research-based Final Year Project under the supervision of Assoc Prof Benjamin (Benjy) Li, alongside leadership and community service. She now works as a Research Assistant at WKWSCI's SWEET Lab, which studies how digital technologies and AI shape human relationships and well-being, and hopes to pursue postgraduate studies in social science research.

Jermaine Yeo received the Koh Boon Hwee Scholars Award, which recognises graduating students who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and the potential to make meaningful contributions to society. As Vice-President of WeeVolunteer, WKWSCI's student-led volunteering committee, Jermaine led initiatives supporting elderly beneficiaries and children with disabilities while also pursuing her passion for documentary filmmaking and sustainable entrepreneurship. The award also allows recipients to honour educators who shaped their journey. Jermaine nominated Ms Nikki Draper, Assistant Chair (Student Life and Alumni), and Ms Elaine Lim (CS'08), her former Temasek Polytechnic lecturer and a WKWSCI alumna.

Ahead of the University's Convocation ceremonies, the award recipients were celebrated with their families, mentors and faculty members at NTU's Convocation Dinner.

Congratulations, Jiaqi and Jermaine! We look forward to celebrating you, and the rest of the Class of 2026, at Convocation. 🥳

21/07/2026

More than 40 scholars and media professionals from across Asia gathered at the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI) from 16 – 17 July 2026 for the inaugural International Symposium on Media Work in Asia.

Co-hosted by and the Culture, Media and Creative Industries (CMCI) department at King's College London, the symposium brought together researchers and industry professionals to examine the conditions, practices and challenges of media labour across Asia.

The event featured keynote addresses by Prof Hye-Kyung Lee (King's College London) and Jasmine Kin Kia Ng (Singapore Association of Motion Picture Professionals), who shared valuable perspectives on the evolving media landscape. Across the two days, speakers and panellists offered grounded insights into the realities of working within their local media industries, while discussions explored how greater collaboration can strengthen creative labour and media ecosystems across the region.

The symposium also marked the launch of the Asian Media Industries Research Network, establishing a platform for sustained intellectual exchange and cross-border collaboration between WKWSCI and King's College London. Spearheaded by Asst Prof Pei Sze Chow (WKWSCI) and Asst Prof Siao Yuong Fong (King's College London), the Network aims to foster long-term collaboration among scholars, practitioners and students studying Asia's media industries.

At WKWSCI, we believe learning and discovery are enriched through global partnerships and the open exchange of ideas. Together with our academic partners, we remain committed to advancing authentic, impactful and world-leading research.

https://mediaindustries.asia/

20/07/2026

Congratulations to the students behind PAPARAZZI 2026 on a successful production!

WKWSCI's annual student-led theatre production returned this year with Late Company, Jordan Tannahill’s powerful play exploring bullying, grief, accountability and forgiveness through the story of two famillies brought together by tragedy. From directing and producing to publicity and performance, students took charge of every aspect of the production. Months of planning and rehearsals culminated in a sold-out first show, with a second performance added to meet overwhelming demand.

For more than a decade, PAPARAZZI has given students the opportunity to explore theatre, express their creativity and gain hands-on experience beyond the classroom.

This year's production was supported by the National Youth Council Singapore through its Young ChangeMakers programme.

Photo credit: Lauren Chian

20/07/2026

tools like ChatGPT can boost our productivity and more, but getting great results starts with asking better questions.

Drawing on his experience as a journalist and educator, Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information lecturer Ian Yong Hoe Tan shares practical tips on communicating more effectively with AI, showing how the principles of good human communication can also unlock better responses from machines.

Find out more 👉https://ntu.sg/HEY64ArtOfCommunicatingWithMachines

🖼️: Ian Tan, using Google AI Studio

NTU College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences - Cohass

13/07/2026

The i-SEA Fellowship Programme is back for 2026, returning bigger, bolder, and more immersive than ever.

Following a successful inaugural year, we are raising the bar with an enhanced programme designed to equip Southeast Asia's next generation of ethical content creators and digital leaders.

Organised by IN-cube at the Wee Kim Wee School of Communication and Information (WKWSCI), NTU Singapore, and supported by Temasek Foundation and the NTU CoHASS ACI Mobility Fund, the month-long hybrid fellowship offers participants the opportunity to:

✨ Experience a fully funded immersion week in Singapore
✨ Learn directly from leading content creators and industry experts
✨ Go behind the scenes at leading media and content creation organisations
✨ Collaborate with like-minded peers from across Southeast Asia
✨ Tackle real-world AI and social media challenges in an international hackathon alongside top student creators from Southeast Asia, India, and China

Whether you are looking to sharpen your storytelling, grow your digital influence, or create meaningful impact online, the i-SEA Fellowship 2026 is your opportunity to learn, innovate, and lead alongside the region's brightest young creators.

Applications are now open, but places are limited. Secure your spot and be part of the next cohort shaping the future of responsible digital content.

🔗 Learn more: iseafellowship.com
📅 Application deadline: 30 August 2026