Saturday, September 6, 2008

TP Global Connect Club is supported by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA).

Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) membership is a resource that gives you unique access to regional and global perspectives.

Members' programme includes exclusive, closed-door meetings, briefings and discussions with notable political and business leaders and experts. Corporate and CEO Roundtable members (RTM) receive private invitations to lunch and dinner dialogues, which are kept small and closed to the media to allow an informal, off-the-record exchange of perspectives and insights.

Student Membership - Free of Charge. Open to full time undergraduate and post graduate students.

You receive:
-Monthly invitations to free ‘Members Only’ confidential dialogues on international issues
-Invitation to international affairs and business outlook lectures/seminars/ symposiums at discounted rates
-Monthly SIIA E-Newsletter
-Free publications such a SIIA Special Reports and Research Updates

To join as a member, please submit online application form at this link, http://www.siiaonline..org/?q=membership/membership-application

Kindly ensure the following,
-Select "Student Member" under Type of Membership
-Enter "Student" under Designation
-Enter "Temasek Polytechnic" under Name of Educational Institution

For more information about SIIA, please proceed to the following link, http://www.siiaonline.org/

GCC Executive Committee

Nominate someone who has made a difference in your life

Category 7: Friend of International Students

Vote at http://www.seawards.sg/vote.asp from now till 30 September 2008

Dear Students & Alumni

We would like to invite you to nominate someone who has made a difference in the Emotional, Social and Practical (ESP) aspects of your student life in TP and in Singapore . The person you are nominating for the award could be a friend, classmate, lecturer, a staff from TP or your host family.

This award honors an individual who has made exceptional contributions to the well-being of the international student community in Singapore . The recipient is recognized for his/her commitment, service and dedication in making Singapore a welcoming place for all international students, thereby contributing to the development of Singapore as a premier education hub.

The person deserves to win as he/she has:

-Cared about your well being
-Make Singapore a welcoming place for you when you first arrive in Singapore
-Helped you when you were facing a difficult period
-Contacted you to find out how you are doing
-Hosted you during festive celebrations
-Encouraged you when you were feeling lonely
-Invited you to activities that enhanced your student life
-Went the extra mile to help international students
-Treated you like a family member
-Went with you on overseas holiday
-Match made you

Vote at http://www.seawards.sg/vote.asp from now till 30 September 2008.

We would appreciate it if you could forward a copy of your online nomination to isohotline@tp.edu.sg


Temasek Polytechnic
International Students Office

Nominate Temasek Polytechnic for the Singapore Education Awards

Category 1: Best Educational Event organised by a Public Educational Institution

Dear Students & Alumni

Temasek Polytechnic (TP) participated in the Singapore Chingay Parade of Dreams in February 2008. TP hosted Irish students from Institute of Art, Design & Technology (IADT). Our students and friends from Ireland practiced and jointly put up an item “Legend of Balor” at the Singapore Chingay Parade 2008 where the theme of this year’s Parade is “myths and legends”. The performance was a colorful and eye catching one with celtic style costumes, which is an inspiration from the book of Kells and other similar ancient Irish manuscript.

We invite you to give us your support and nominate Temasek Polytechnic for the Best Educational Event organised by a Public Educational Institution. This award recognises public educational institution that has delivered a programme or an event for international students that is both enriching and enjoyable.

TP deserves to be nominated for this award as we have:
developed multicultural awareness and interaction among the students through their making new friends from different countries.
enabled students to learn about the various cultures through watching the performance at Chingay Parade 2008.
promoted bonding and camaraderie among TP students and Irish friends.
coached students to develope skills in coordinating a major event and hosting friends from Ireland .
introduced the different Singapore cuisine to the friends from Ireland throughout their stay in Singapore .

Please feel free to add more to the above list!

Nominate for TP and put in your nomination now!!! Log in and vote for us at http://www.seawards.sg/vote.asp from now till 30 September 2008

We would appreciate it if you could forward a copy of your online nomination to isohotline@tp.edu.sg


Thank you for nominating TP for the Singapore Education Awards 2009.


Temasek Polytechnic
International Students Office

Wednesday, September 3, 2008

Katong Laksa



Hey all, our Katong Laksa is still ON! So, please note the details:

Day/Date: Sat/6 Sep
Time: 1pm
Venue: We'll meet at the bus-stop opposite Parkway Parade first

tentatively, it's just lunch. However, if you have any ideas on what we can do after that.. FILL US IN ON THAT DAY!

See you guys! =)

Essay Competition for TP students by the Embassy of Ireland

Embassy of Ireland in association withThe Irish Graduates Association of Singapore invites students from the following institutions to take part in the inaugural Irish Essay Competition in Singapore:
Anglo Chinese Junior College — Catholic Junior College
Singapore Polytechnic — Temasek Polytechnic
LASALLE College of the Arts

Essay Topics
· Discuss the cultural and historical links between Ireland and Singapore
· Select an Irish writer/poet/artist/dramatist whose work, in your view, demonstrates the uniqueness of Irish culture.
· What are the attractions of Ireland?
· Developments in recent years in Irish economic and social affairs.
· Ireland: a gateway to Europe; Singapore: a gateway to ASEAN — Discuss
· Ireland as a centre of education
· The importance of Irish music and dance


Prizes:
Overall Winner: Laptop Computer

Top three essays from each institution will be awarded to the value of:
1st Prize: $500
2nd Prize: $300
3rd Prize: $100

Submission and Rules:
- Essay length 800 to 1000 words.
- Identity Card Number (no names) should appear on each page of the essay.
- Submissions by email attachment (.doc or .rtf) to irish-essay08@igas.org.sg with completed entry form from http://www.igas.org.sg/
- One submission only per person.
- Deadline for submissions midnight on 30 September 2008.
- Judges decisions are final. No correspondence will be entered into.
- Winners announced at prize-giving ceremony.

More information: www.embassyofireland.sg and www.igas.org.sg

Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) free membership for GCC student members

The Global Connect Club is supported by the Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA).SIIA seeks to help the city-state develop into a more cosmopolitan society with a people dynamically engaged in ASEAN and the world.

SIIA believes in promoting active citizenship founded in awareness and understanding of pressing economic, political, and social matters.

SIIA’s public education programme focuses on two core areas: ASEAN affairs and human rights. In terms of regional awareness, SIIA has built knowledge about Southeast Asia by conducting lectures and seminars on ASEAN and instituting educational programmes for Singaporean youth. Further, SIIA is an active member of the ASEAN-ISIS network that promotes regional cooperation and understanding through joint reports and regular conferences. SIIA also organizes events that are open to the public such as lectures, forums and workshops.

Student Membership - Free of Charge. Open to full time undergraduate and post graduate students.

You receive:
•Monthly invitations to free ‘Members Only’ confidential dialogues on international issues
•Invitation to international affairs and business outlook lectures/seminars/ symposiums at discounted rates
•Monthly SIIA E-Newsletter
•Free publications such a SIIA Special Reports and Research Updates

Register online now at URL http://siiaonline.org/?q=membership/membership-application