Press release. 02 Mar. 2017. TP student designs bus feature for commuters to secure open strollers
Date: 2017
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Description: More than 450 projects across fashion, architecture, film, product design and communication design disciplines were showcased from the graduating class of Temasek Polytechnic's School of Design. The Design Show was held at the School of Design on Friday, 3 March 2017. Among the 450 projects showcased was a bus feature for commuters to secure their strollers. With this product created by Jordan Ang, Product & Industrial Design student, parents would be able to push the stroller and hook it into the pram seat feature inside the bus. Also showcased were the heart wrenching drama "Seeing voices" by Charmaine Cheong, a student from the Digital Film & Television diploma course, who shared her inspiring story of caring for her mother with mental illness for the last 15 years; and "Luxury hostel experience for tourists" to overcome the cultural and language barriers of short-term-staying guests, by Ong Yue Li, Interior Architecture & Design student.
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Press release. 10 Sept. 2013. Putting the WOW into the shopping experience of youth
Date: 2013
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Description: A survey conduced by staff of Temasek Polytechnic's retail management diploma on some 300 youths aged between 16 - 24 revealed that the following factors made for a happier shopping experience: a good retail mix, a clean environment, easy access to public transportation and clear directional signs. The survey done was conducted at the launch of the inaugural National Retailing Competition in June 2013, to better understand youth shopping experience in Singapore. Most of the youths favoured retailers such as Isetan, Takashimaya, Challenger, Courts, H&M, Top Shop, NTUC Fairprice, 7-Eleven, Cheers, Watsons and Guardian.
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Press release. 20 June 2016. Over 300 places in early childhood courses available for inaugural early admissions exercise (EAE)
Date: 2016
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic and Ngee Ann Polytechnic would be offering over 300 places in early childhood courses at the inaugural Early Admissions Exercise (EAE) commencing 22 June 2016. Instead of the usual one-to-one interviews with a panel of lecturers, students invited to interviews at the polytechnics would be assessed through their participation in group interviews as well as interesting activities, to gauge their aptitude and passion for working with children.The three full-time early childhood education diploma courses offered by the two polytechnics were the Diploma in Early Childhood Education (NP), Diploma in Child Psychology & Early Education (NP) and Diploma in Early Childhood Studies (TP). Mr Clarence Ti, Principal of Ngee Ann Polytechnic and Mr Ang Teck Hua, Director of TP's Centre for Child Study shared their views on the prerequisites needed to gain priority admission to courses in this field.
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Press release. 5 July 2022. Institutions join forces to uplift the Training and Adult Education sector
Date: 2022
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Description: The five polytechnics inked a landmark agreement with the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL) and SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG) - the first time these parties came together to collaborate in the CET space.
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Press release. 1 June 2022. More employers ready to support persons with disabilities from polytechnics
Date: 2022
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Description: The Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP) organised jointly by Temasek Polytechnic and TomoWork Ltd., attracted 19 participants from all five polytechnics in Singapore. In its second year, the Talent Accelerator Programme (TAP), which helps persons with disabilities and special needs transit from school to work, sees more than 10 well-known corporate brands participating in the training programme.
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Press release. 26 Oct. 2021. IBM and Temasek Polytechnic to set up Technology Experience Centre
Date: 2021
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Description: On 26 October 2021, IBM and Temasek Polytechnic announced the setting up of a Technology Experience Centre to enhance students’ capabilities in hybrid cloud and spur new research and development collaborations in emerging technologies. Mr Tan Kiat How, Minister of State, Ministry of Communications and Information presided over the launch ceremony.
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TP news. 09 Jan. 2019. Working with thought leaders at The International Swiss Talent Forum 2019
Date: 2019
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Description: Catchline: Cassandra Yip Ai Lin, a Biotechnology student and an NYAA Gold Award recipient in 2018 has been selected by the NYAA Council to represent Singapore at the International Swiss Talent Forum from 6 to 9 February 2019.
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TP news. 15 Apr. 2019. JENESYS exchange program 2018
Date: 2019
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Description: Catchline: The whole trip was a very fulfilling experience. Although we were far away from home - we felt really comfortable and at ease.
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Infowise. No. 4. Oct. 1998
Date: 1998
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Description: Previously published as Library News (No. 1 Nov. 1990 - No. 2 Apr. 1998).
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Infowise. No. 4. Oct. 1999
Date: 1999
Content Type: Text
Description: Previously published as Library News (No. 1 Nov. 1990 - No. 2 Apr. 1998).
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Infowise. No. 1. Jan. 2001
Date: 2001
Content Type: Text
Description: Previously published as Library News (No. 1 Nov. 1990 - No. 2 Apr. 1998).
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Infowise. July 2002
Date: 2002
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Description: Previously published as Library News (No. 1 Nov. 1990 - No. 2 Apr. 1998).
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Ts. Jan. 2010
Date: 2010
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Description: A lifestyle magazine that delivers everything you need to know about studying and life at TP.
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Press release. 22 July 2013. Agilent Technologies and Temasek Polytechnic open analytical sciences laboratory
Date: 2013
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Description: On 22 July 2013, Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) and Temasek Polytechnic launched the Temasek Polytechnic-Agilent Partner Lab. The collaboration combined Agilent's cutting-edge bio-analytical technologies with TP's resources to help small and mid-sized enterprises (SMEs) that are engaged in traditional Chinese medicine and food products maintain strict safety and quality standards. Ms Tan Mei Mei, Business Director, South Asia- Pacific region, Chemical Analysis Group, Agilent, Dr Lee Chee Wee, Director, TP's School of Applied Science and Mr Tan Kai Hoe, Chief Executive of SPRING Singapore shared their comments on the collaboration.
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Press release. 13 May 2013. Neighbourhood menace wins Lee Kuan Yew Award
Date: 2013
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Description: Temasek Polytechnic presented the 10 top poly awards to the media in the "Presentation of top graduates" event on Monday, 13 May 2013. Three students received the prestigious Lee Kuan Yew Award, three received the Lee Kong Chian Award, one received the Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal, another one, the CapitaLand Award for All-Round Excellence and two graduands received the Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence. Among the recipients were Balakumaran s/o Nadarajan (Lee Kuan Yew Award), Teng Yong Hao (Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal) and Jarron Tham (Lee Kong Chian Award)
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Press release. 02 Jan. 2012. TP students develop four assistive applications and devices for the visually handicapped
Date: 2012
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Description: A group of engineering students from Temasek Polytechnic's Diploma in Media & Communication Technology developed four assistive devices and applications to encourage greater independence for the visually handicapped. The four projects were showcased at the conference room of the Singapore Association of the Visually Handicapped (SAVH) on Wednesday, 4 January, 2012. These projects were among 78 projects on display during TP's Engineering Project Show and also held in conjunction with TP's campus-wide Open House which was held from 5 - 7 January 2012.
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Press release. 15 May 2013. Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Education officiates at opening of TP's 23rd Graduation Ceremony
Date: 2013
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Description: Mr Heng Swee Keat, Minister for Education, officiated at the opening session of Temasek Polytechnic's 23rd Graduation Ceremony on Friday, 17 May 2013 at 9.00am at the Temasek Convention Centre. The graduation ceremonies spanned over 14 sessions from 17 - 23 May 2013. This year, the first cohort of 66 graduands from the diploma in Early Childhood Studies received their diplomas. The first session saw Mr Heng presenting the Lee Kuan Yew Award, the Lee Kong Chian Award, the Tay Eng Soon Gold Medal Award, the CapitaLand Award for All-Round Excellence and the Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence. In this opening session, in addition to the presentation of the top poly-level award winners, Mr Heng addressed the graduands from the Diplomas in Culinary & Catering Management and Hospitality & Tourism Management.
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The Lee Kuan Yew Award 2015
Date: 2015
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Description: The Lee Kuan Yew Award for Mathematics and Science for polytechnics is awarded to the top technology or computer science graduates in each of the polytechnics. This Award is funded by an honorarium that the late founding Prime Minister Mr Lee Kuan Yew received from various speaking engagements and funds raised from a special edition of his memoirs. The Award was first presented at the 1993 Temasek Polytechnic graduation ceremony. The award recipients in 2015 were: Clarissa Chua Wei Ting (School of Applied Science), Tessa Ong Yu Xian (School of Engineering) and Lee Wei Sheng Darren (School of Informatics & IT).
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Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence 2014
Date: 2014
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Description: The Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence gives commendation and recognition to students who excel in both their studies and co-curricular activities. It is named after the prominent businessman and philanthropist, Lee Kong Chian, who set up the Lee Foundation in 1952 to aid the advancement of education and help the poor, among others. The Lee Foundation has sponsored the Lee Kong Chian Award for All-Round Excellence in honour of Mr Lee’s generous contributions to education and society. The award recipients in 2014 were: Ee Lee Yee (School of Engineering) and Yen Mei Yi (School of Humanities & Social Sciences).
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Infowise. Apr. 2007
Date: 2007
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Description: Previously published as Library News (No. 1 Nov. 1990 - No. 2 Apr. 1998).
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Infowise. Dec. 2004
Date: 2004
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Description: Previously published as Library News (No. 1 Nov. 1990 - No. 2 Apr. 1998).
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Press release. 06 Mar. 2017. TP students develop a one-stop portal for reporting scams, thereby keeping the public informed and safe
Date: 2017
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Description: TP InfoTech Day 2017 was held on Wednesday, 8 March 2017 at Main Foyer, Temasek Polytechnic. One of the projects showcased was ScamDefender, a one-stop portal for all things scam-related. The purpose of this project was to provide the public with early detection and warning against potential scams. A few other innovations on show included: FinTech ecosystem project - the Qlikview dashboard showcased key FinTech areas such as Blockchain, InsurTech and Payments & Remittance in a visually appealing manner; Clairvoyance -- a malware hunting solution with the investigation process and time for hunting down the malware greatly shortened; and Smart Distribution Board which used Internet of Things and cloud-based technologies to help users better manage energy usage and keep utility bills down.
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Graduation ceremony 1999: Day 5, Session 9, Temasek IT & Applied Science School
Date: 1999
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Description: The ninth session of the Graduation Ceremony features graduands from Temasek IT & Applied Science School - Diploma in Applied Food Science & Nutrition and Diploma in Biotechnology.
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Press release. 9 Jan. 2024. Temasek Polytechnic at the forefront of AI with launch of first experimental studio for design and generative AI in an educational institution
Date: 2024
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Description: On 3 January 2024, TP launched the Interactive Digital Experiments with AI Studio (IDEAS). It is Singapore’s first experimental design studio in an educational institution that harnesses the capabilities of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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