A Brit who out-studies the locals, an American golden retriever in a polo shirt, and a Singaporean who's been "on exchange" in her own country for six years. What happens when their worlds collide in an SMU seminar room? Writer Ashley introduces the characters of her unlikely friend group and what they've taught her about belonging. Sam “You’ll Get Used to It” Through the haze I brought upon myself from staying up too late (“I only have one 12pm class tomorrow; the night is y

As SMU students navigate an era of rapid change, SMUSA is anchoring its work this year on a simple but ambitious theme: “Thrive Together.” In a joint conversation with The Blue and Gold, SMUSA President Jing Xi and Vice-President Amelia Sim share how they see this theme shaping priorities, initiatives, and leadership on campus. A Year Defined by “Thrive Together”  For Jing Xi, “Thrive Together” is SMUSA’s response to a world marked by AI disruption, economic volatility, and g

From cheerleading showdowns to a headliner performance by Shazza, Patron's Day 2026 proved that SMU's birthday celebrations only get bigger each year. What went down on the big day? Writer Shashwat takes you through the highs and highlights of Patron's Day 2026, one timestamp at a time. Commonly known as SMU’s birthday, Patron’s Day represents a major milestone at the start of each year, celebrating the vibrant student life on campus. This year, the expectations were set even

From wedding headdresses to holographic courtship displays, the peacock has left its mark across cultures and centuries. Follow our writer Anya as she explores the Peranakan Museum's latest exhibition and uncovers how one bird became a symbol of beauty, status and globalisation. Just a few minutes away from SMU’s School of Law, the Peranakan Museum stands tall with its traditional designs and a bronze statue of a young girl with an elderly man outside. It was as if it was bec

Morning class - for most, the 8:15 am slot is like a thorn in their side. Whether this is by choice or simply what most may call an unfortunate draw of the hand, writer Shashwat gives 4 quick tips on how best not only to survive but thrive in the morning.

Have you ever taken that leap of faith and jumped into a course that's a complete 180 from your degree? Follow writer Shashwat as they dive into their experience of pursuing their thirst for learning outside of the regiment of our standard courses, and why taking that strange and random module may be your best decision yet!