Delve into the stories that make our College special

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These stories describe the ideas, people and events that shaped Yale-NUS, illustrated with photographs, audio, video and graphics to capture the unique experience of the College.

We cover the story of the College from formation to closure, exploring its history and values, its academic achievements, and the day-to-day lives of the students, faculty and staff.
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History and Philosophy

Explore the history and philosophy of Yale-NUS, from the story of the College’s foundation and the concept of a liberal arts education in Singapore, to how the students lived and studied within the College’s iconic campus.
A timelapse image of a man in a pink shirt walking past a white wall with Yale-NUS College logo and the quote: “A community of learning. Founded by two great universities, in Asia for the world.”
A Community of Learning
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(Left to right) Prof. Tan Chorh Chuan, Prof. Lai Choy Heng, Mrs. Doris Sohmen-Pao, Prof. Richard Levin, and Prof. Pericles Lewis, all in formal attire at a Yale-NUS event.
The Foundation of Yale-NUS College
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A female professor in a white and blue dress is talking enthusiastically in the middle of the class. Students are seated at the two sides of the classroom.
A Liberal Arts Education in Singapore
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A skygarden of a Yale-NUS College residential college. Three students in skygarden, two students 1 story above and another male student 1 more story above. Green plants are hanging from the upper floor. Image credit: Jeff Goldberg. Esto
Living and Learning
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Yale-NUS College library and Cendana College buildings behind the greenery.
The History of the Campus
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Yale-NUS College Library’s outer facade view from the campus during sunset. Image credit: Jeff Goldberg. Esto
The Architecture
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A top view photo of the biofiteration pond.
Grounds and Landscape
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A group of students sitting around a table with laptops.

The Academic Journey

Yale-NUS offered a liberal arts education based on a broad-based Common Curriculum leading to more specialist electives and majors, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary and experiential learning.

What Must a Young Person Learn?
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The Common Curriculum
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Majors, Minors, Electives
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Learning Beyond the Classroom
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Faculty, Teaching and Research
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Student Academic Publications
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Student Activities

There was a wide variety of activities and organisations available for students to join at Yale-NUS, encompassing the arts, sports, culture, community and more.

Student Activities at a Glance
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An aerial view captures the Elm College courtyard divided between a grassy lawn and a paved patio. On the lawn, two individuals relax on a blanket amid lush greenery. Nearby, others sit at tables on the patio, enjoying quiet moments under the shade of palm trees.

Student Support

Yale-NUS provided a network of services to ensure that the students were cared for and supported and that there was additional help available to those in need.

Admissions and Financial Aid
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Development and Donors
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Residential Colleges
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Residential Curriculum
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Counselling and Wellness
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Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
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Student Government
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A group of students sitting around a table with laptops.An aerial view captures the Elm College courtyard divided between a grassy lawn and a paved patio. On the lawn, two individuals relax on a blanket amid lush greenery. Nearby, others sit at tables on the patio, enjoying quiet moments under the shade of palm trees.

The Legacy of
Yale-NUS

Yale-NUS' alumni, faculty and staff have spread around the world, sharing the spirit and values of the College, ensuring that its legacy will endure for many years to come.
Halcyon depicted in a vibrant and engaging pose, representing school spirit and community pride.
Symbolism
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A group of students wearing red shirts join hands, symbolising togetherness and community spirit in a vibrant gathering.
Impact and Influence
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Yale-NUS College Graduation Ceremony 2017. Students are pictured from behind, wearing caps and gowns. Blue and orange balloons are in the air.
Graduates and Alumni
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