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! =)
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Katong Laksa
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
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
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
Thursday, August 14, 2008
SIFE World Cup
HELLO HELLO!!
GCC is organising the SIFE World Cup cultural Exchange Programme!
The Cultural Exchange Programme aims to enhance the experience of participating students from overseas and their team supporters of the SIFE World Cup by giving them a taste of the Singapore culture during their stay here.
The programme would include campus tours and activities to encourage interaction between TP students and overseas SWC participants, as well as city tours and home visits.
Date: 4th and 5th of October 2008
Locations: Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Flyer, Night Safari and more!
GCC is organising the SIFE World Cup cultural Exchange Programme!
The Cultural Exchange Programme aims to enhance the experience of participating students from overseas and their team supporters of the SIFE World Cup by giving them a taste of the Singapore culture during their stay here.
The programme would include campus tours and activities to encourage interaction between TP students and overseas SWC participants, as well as city tours and home visits.
Date: 4th and 5th of October 2008
Locations: Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Flyer, Night Safari and more!
Saturday, July 26, 2008
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Friday, July 18, 2008
ASEAN Day Student Forum
The Singapore Institute of International Affairs would like to invite you to the ASEAN Day Student Forum, to be held on the 7th of August 2008 at The Regent Hotel Singapore.
This event follows the success of the first ASEAN Think Tank Forum in 2007, which was held in conjunction with Singapore ’s celebration of ASEAN’s 40th Anniversary. This year, in conjunction with ASEAN Day, the SIIA will collaborate with NUS USP to share their experiences and discoveries on ASEAN with the public.
2008 has been an interesting year for ASEAN thus far, with a new Secretary-General, H.E. Surin Pitsuwan, the signing of the ASEAN Charter, and the adoption of the ASEAN Economic blueprint, amongst other notable changes. The ASEAN Day Students Forum aims to provide a platform for experts and student leaders to come together and share their opinions and views on ASEAN’s achievements and future challenges.
DETAILS
Date & Time: 7 August 2008, 9am-2pm
Venue: The Regent Hotel Singapore, One Cuscaden Road Singapore 249715
Programme: Please refer to http://siiaonline.org/?q=ASEANday2008 for details
Admission: FREE
Registration can be done via email or online at: http://siiaonline.org/?q=ASEANday2008
THE ORGANISER HAS KINDLY RESERVED 18 SEATS FOR GCC MEMBERS! (OF COS, IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, IT WILL BE ALRIGHT EVEN IF YOU'RE NOT A GCC MEMBER). HURRY EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST BY EMAILING MS IVY LOO AT looivy@TP.EDU.SG latest by 24 JULY! ACT FAST! WHILE SEATS LAST!
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the forum!
Organised by:SIIA, NUS
With the support of:Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore
About The Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
The Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) is a non-profit, non-government organization dedicated to the research, analysis and discussion of regional and international issues. Our wide range of research and events - funded by foundations, membership subscriptions and corporate sponsorship - reaches out to policy-makers, business leaders, professionals and youth.
This event follows the success of the first ASEAN Think Tank Forum in 2007, which was held in conjunction with Singapore ’s celebration of ASEAN’s 40th Anniversary. This year, in conjunction with ASEAN Day, the SIIA will collaborate with NUS USP to share their experiences and discoveries on ASEAN with the public.
2008 has been an interesting year for ASEAN thus far, with a new Secretary-General, H.E. Surin Pitsuwan, the signing of the ASEAN Charter, and the adoption of the ASEAN Economic blueprint, amongst other notable changes. The ASEAN Day Students Forum aims to provide a platform for experts and student leaders to come together and share their opinions and views on ASEAN’s achievements and future challenges.
DETAILS
Date & Time: 7 August 2008, 9am-2pm
Venue: The Regent Hotel Singapore, One Cuscaden Road Singapore 249715
Programme: Please refer to http://siiaonline.org/?q=ASEANday2008 for details
Admission: FREE
Registration can be done via email or online at: http://siiaonline.org/?q=ASEANday2008
THE ORGANISER HAS KINDLY RESERVED 18 SEATS FOR GCC MEMBERS! (OF COS, IF YOU'RE INTERESTED, IT WILL BE ALRIGHT EVEN IF YOU'RE NOT A GCC MEMBER). HURRY EXPRESS YOUR INTEREST BY EMAILING MS IVY LOO AT looivy@TP.EDU.SG latest by 24 JULY! ACT FAST! WHILE SEATS LAST!
Thank you, and we look forward to seeing you at the forum!
Organised by:SIIA, NUS
With the support of:Ministry of Foreign Affairs Singapore
About The Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA)
The Singapore Institute of International Affairs (SIIA) is a non-profit, non-government organization dedicated to the research, analysis and discussion of regional and international issues. Our wide range of research and events - funded by foundations, membership subscriptions and corporate sponsorship - reaches out to policy-makers, business leaders, professionals and youth.
Monday, July 14, 2008
ZA Workshop
How much do you know about your skin condition? Do you simply splash your face with water every morning? Or do you know the importance of having proper skincare? And that good personal hygiene plays a major role in our everyday life? If you are starting to wonder about all these, not to worry! ZA Workshop is here to your rescue!
What is ZA Workshop all about?
An experienced makeup instructor from Za Make-Up will covered a wide range of topics, ranging from:
· Skin Preparation
· Personal Hygiene
· Moisturising
· Application of Basic Make-Up
· Understanding the damaging effects of excessive sun-exposure
· How the development of wrinkles and fine lines could be avoided
· The trainer will also share trade secrets with the girls, including the importance of moisturising the neck area and why concealer should be applied on both the upper and lower lids of eyes.
In addition, there will be a live demonstration done by the trainer on one lucky person who will be chosen to be the “model”. The trainer will demonstrate the techniques of putting on proper make-up, from the foundation to concealer, mascara, eye-shadow and blushers.
At the close of the workshop, you will be given a selection of product samples as door gifts, other attractive freebies and refreshments! (WORTH MORE THAN $20!!)
After this workshop, you will know how to better present and look your best during job interviews, as well as other important events!
So, what are you waiting for?! Do take note of the following details:
ZA Workshop
Date: 5 August
Venue: Business LT
Fee payable per person: $6
Registration starts on 22 to 23 JULY, 1 to 3pm, outside TP Library!
What is ZA Workshop all about?
An experienced makeup instructor from Za Make-Up will covered a wide range of topics, ranging from:
· Skin Preparation
· Personal Hygiene
· Moisturising
· Application of Basic Make-Up
· Understanding the damaging effects of excessive sun-exposure
· How the development of wrinkles and fine lines could be avoided
· The trainer will also share trade secrets with the girls, including the importance of moisturising the neck area and why concealer should be applied on both the upper and lower lids of eyes.
In addition, there will be a live demonstration done by the trainer on one lucky person who will be chosen to be the “model”. The trainer will demonstrate the techniques of putting on proper make-up, from the foundation to concealer, mascara, eye-shadow and blushers.
At the close of the workshop, you will be given a selection of product samples as door gifts, other attractive freebies and refreshments! (WORTH MORE THAN $20!!)
After this workshop, you will know how to better present and look your best during job interviews, as well as other important events!
So, what are you waiting for?! Do take note of the following details:
ZA Workshop
Date: 5 August
Venue: Business LT
Fee payable per person: $6
Registration starts on 22 to 23 JULY, 1 to 3pm, outside TP Library!
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