Letting Go

Chong Siak Ching

It is in our nature to want to stay within our comfort zones, to hold on to current mental models and to continue along tried and tested paths to success. Is our reluctance to let go of current comforts...

Happiness – Why Are We So Unhappy About It?

Ravi Menon

Measuring happiness is all the rage now.  Ranking countries by happiness rather than GDP is in vogue.  There is much angst today that we are not as happy as we ought to be.  Yet, the...

Why Movies Matter?

Tan Bee Thiam

Tan Bee Thiam is an educator, a film historian and filmmaker. He has produced several films that have been showcased at various International Film Festivals. He is the founder of the Asian Film Archive...

Ready for the Future?

Professor Tan Chorh Chuan

NUS President Professor Tan Chorh Chuan kicks off the third U@live season by asking if the university is well-prepared for a much more complex and fast-paced future.

Why Engagement?

Tan Chuan-Jin

We all seem to know that this is the answer. But what is the question?

Join us on 15 November for a conversation with Acting Minister for Manpower,
Mr Tan Chuan-Jin, as he shares his views on engagement.

Unleashing your Personal Power

Adam Khoo

What makes certain people stand out and become the best in their field? What is the difference between highly successful people and the rest of the majority? In October, Adam Khoo shares his ‘Ultimate Success Formula’ and some of his life learning’s along the way.

It’s not just about the summit

Dr Kumaran Rasappan

After climbing the highest mountain on earth, Dr Rasappan takes some time to reflect on the importance of the journey and the people he met along the way. Join us this September to chat with your ‘not-so-average’...

Seeding the Future

Ngiam Tong Dow

In a Civil Service career spanning 40 years, Ngiam Tong Dow has served as  Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office, the Ministry of  Finance, the Ministry of Trade and Industry,...

Why Singaporeans Can, Should, and Must!

Professor John Wong

In July, Professor John Wong talks about how Singaporeans can make a difference on both the national and global stage. He will share his experience as a member of the Class of 1981 where he...

If we can, why not?

Alvan Yap

One year in Timor as a volunteer

In 2010, Mr Alvan Yap travelled to East Timor as part of the Singapore International Foundation...

Speaking Up for the Voiceless

Louis Ng

In May, Louis Ng drops by to tell us about his journey in animal welfare and protection. Join us to hear about his experiences working with ACRES and the many struggles faced fighting for the rights of animals

You Live Your Belief

Professor Leo Tan

Join us in April to meet a relentless champion for the environment and science to hear about his beliefs and values!

Throughout a distinguished career in research, education and public service,...

U@live Featuring Jolovan Wham

Jolovan Wham

He works for the rights of Migrant workers
Join us in March to hear why Jolovan chose the road less travelled

Jolovan Wham has been working with the Humanitarian Organisation...

U@live Featuring S R Nathan

S R Nathan

In February, S R Nathan comes back to NUS to chat about his experiences in office and life after his presidency. Join us and get to know a more personal side of Singapore’s longest serving president!

U@live Featuring Philip Yeo

Philip Yeo

Kick off the year with a pioneer who has helped transform Singapore from 3rd world to first. Obtaining a Master of Science (Systems Engineering) from the University of Singapore in 1974, Yeo went on...

Believe to See

Ivan Heng

Household name Ivan Heng is one of the most celebrated names in local theatre. A graduate of the NUS Law Faculty, Ivan soon realized his passion for theatre and immediately added a burst of colour to...

What would you GIVE?

Aseem K Thakur

Our youngest U@live speaker yet, Aseem drops by to talk about the small idea that made a big difference. Thakur is the co-founder of the online philanthropic platform,...

Access to Counsel & Right to Silence

Subhas Anandan

This September, join us as we delve into the mind of Subhas Anandan.  Hear the tales of some of his stranger encounters and have the opportunity to question the man who is arguably Singapore’s best known criminal lawyer.

Determined to make a Difference

Denise Phua

Ms Denise Phua is a full-time volunteer serving as President of the Autism Resource Centre (Singapore).  She also serves as School Supervisor in the School Boards of two special schools -- Pathlight...

Do Asians believe in the rise of Asia?

Prof Kishore Mahbubani

Prof Kishore Mahbubani has been making headlines all around the world with his opinions on topics such as ‘The Decline of Western Dominance’ and the ‘Rise of the East’. Join...

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Finding the Soul of Singapore

Edward Chia

“I think Singapore today is an economically developed society but what we lack now is the softer side of things”

Edward Chia talks about why he started Timbre and future plans for his ever-growing empire. 

Legumes, Leaves & Leftovers

Dr. Tan Lai Yong

In April, Dr. Tan Lai Yong shares with us his experiences working in rural China. Learn about his unique job working with the village doctor training program and about his passion for giving back to the community.

Rubanisation - Changing the landscape of human settlements

Tay Kheng Soon

This March, Mr. Tay Kheng Soon talks about his pioneering work in ‘Rubanisation’ (An alternative model of development where we see rural & urban spaces as one). Join us as he shares...

Digital Humanity

Adrian Cheok

We have entered a new era of humanity. For the first time we have constant 24/7 real time global communication. How has this changed humanity and the internet generation? How will learning change. What are the mega trends we will see from this digital exponential revolution.

Freedom from Want, Freedom from Fear

Dr. Noeleen Heyzer

Dr. Noeleen Heyzer argues that to survive and thrive, our economies, societies and systems of governance must be built upon a solid foundation of shared values and institutional practices of justice...