March 2011 - ICU-SingSoc - imperial.ac.uk

The Incredibles Recruitment
by Shun Ying Luar 24 Mar '11

24 Mar '11

Hello dear members of ICSS :) Some of you have feedbacked about encountering problem with the sign-up link for the Incredibles recruitment in yesterday's Kaya & Toast. Here is the link to the form again: https://spreadsheets.google.com/a/ic-singsoc.net/viewform?formkey=dFNTdjYwM… The Incredibles will be comprised of the OGLs, gamemasters, Special Forces, academic representatives, media masters and sports representatives, all crucial roles that need talented and keen individuals; just like you! Simply click on the link above, fill out the form, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible with more details about where and when to meet us. Each meeting will be about ten minutes long, and all you'll need to bring along is honesty and yourself! Sign up to be an Incredible now! Cheers, Shun Ying

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The Weekly Kaya & Toast -- Spring Term Week 11
by ICSS 23 Mar '11

23 Mar '11

Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS Sports Reminder (26 March 2011) 2. Seniors' Farewell Party (7 May 2011) 3. The Incredibles are recruiting! 4. ICSS online! 5. Call-out to bloggers for the ICSS website ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS Sports Reminder (26 March 2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- **Frisbee – 26 March 2011 (Sat) @ Hyde Park from 0900 to 1100** Just a reminder about our ICSS sports event which would be held this Saturday, 26 March, in Imperial’s very own ‘backyard’ - Hyde Park! It would be a Frisbee session so for those who are fans of the game, looking for a chance to work out, or simply anyone who is interested in playing recreationally… please do drop by! Some additional things to note: 1. The time of the event has been shifted forward to 9am; 2. A facebook event has been created (http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/event.php?eid=211220405558065) so please remember to RSVP. (Apologies if the event can't be accessed. There seems to be some problem with the event page every now and then, so just RSVP whenever possible.); 3. The exact location of the playing ground would be the spot where the Freshers' Picnic was held, i.e. near the Horse statue. For those who are attending, please meet straight there at 9am. Any queries please contact me at 07598797770 or at sportsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net. See you there! Cheers, Yuxiang ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Seniors' Farewell Party (7 May 2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- After several years’ worth of trudging to school, submitting coursework and camping overnight in the library, another batch of Imperial College Singaporeans is about to graduate. In a few years’ time, it’ll be our turn, but for now, it’s the 2011 Seniors’ Farewell Party! There’ll be games, prizes and food, so to all seniors graduating in the year 2011, come on down for one last chance to meet your juniors, who’ll be following in your footsteps (and your advice). This will also be the inaugural Iron Chef Imperial event, so stay tuned to the weekly Kaya & Toast for more news! Please RSVP at the Facebook events page: http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=161198647270255 **Iron Chef Imperial** Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, elephants and camels; being an Imperial College student means cooking and living among lots of guys. Although no prizes will be given out for the latter condition, the 29th Exco would like to introduce the title of… Iron Chef Imperial! (Author’s note: pause for applause) As the year progresses, we’ve all noticed a definite upward trend in the food against time graph, except for a few anomalous data points. In order to recognize this valuable time spent *not* studying, the title of Iron Chef Imperial will be, at every major potluck event, handed to whoever gets the most votes from the guest judges. He (or she, as the case may be) will receive bragging rights and a brand spanking new chef’s hat with the ICSS logo. The Evelyn Gardens halls are currently taking on all-comers in the culinary arts, and judging by their recent warm-up cookout held in Bernard Sunley House, the Wilsonites and Princes’ Gardens are in for a tough fight. *Are you chef enough?* Guidelines: 1. Not more than 3-4 pounds per person for which the portion of food is provided should be spent on the dish. 2. If the current Iron Chef Imperial does not provide a dish at the subsequent potluck event (i.e., wishes to retire or has lots of coursework), the title automatically goes to the person with the highest votes. 3. All forms of food and cooking will make the chef eligible for the title of Iron Chef Imperial. This includes roasting, toasting, baking, braising, steaming, broiling, blanching, boiling, , double boiling, poaching, pressure cooking, grilling, steeping, frying, stir frying, deep frying, pan frying and smoking. No-bake cheesecakes are also allowed. 4. Take-away and subsequent decanting of food from Oriental Canteen or any other established eatery/restaurant is not allowed. Violators will be mocked for the rest of their college and subsequent life. 5. Hiring/persuading/blackmailing of celebrity chefs such as Gordon Ramsay and Thomas Keller is frowned upon. Not as bad if they are persuaded to buy ICSS membership. 6. Sabotage* character assassination and smear and slander campaigns are strictly not allowed. Violators will be made to **either** do the macarena in the Queen’s Lawn Café during lunchtime (at full volume, with accompanying soundtrack) **or** do the intended target’s dishes for a month. * Sabotage also includes “Sorry, it just totally, completely slipped out of my hands by accident.” ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. The Incredibles are recruiting! ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/72549/dXq8ofd4_jaQ4suXvu9p/incredib…> We are very happy to announce the formation of The Incredibles, a new group dedicated to helping freshers and seniors alike throughout the year. The Incredibles will be comprised of the OGLs, gamemasters, Special Forces, academic representatives, media masters and sports representatives, all crucial roles that need talented and keen individuals; just like you! Because we’d like to find out more about you and your talents, we will be holding meet and greet sessions on **30th April** and **14th May**. Simply click on the following link, fill out the form, and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible with more details about where and when to meet us. Each meeting will be about ten minutes long, and all you’ll need to bring along is honesty and yourself! Sign up now! https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dFNTdjYwMDUtd2RIS1FMYnpOTF… **OGL** As an OGL, you will take on the mantle of big brother (or sister, we’re not gender-biased here), friend, cheerleader, mentor, and clown; sometimes all at once. It’s not the easiest job in the world, but do it right and you’ll bask in the undying worship of two dozen freshers. I love the smell of adoration in the morning. **Gamemasters** “Cometh the time, cometh the man.” Be a gamemaster, and it’ll be also a case of cometh the fun. We need enthusiastic people with lots of fun game ideas, both during Sojourn 2011 and throughout the year. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, will be to shout loudly, have a quick eye for cheaters, and even quicker reflexes to dodge any retaliatory measures. **Special Forces** Can you wake suddenly, think instantly and react immediately? Do you know a shortcut from Tottenham Court Road to Takashimaya? Have a class 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7 driving license? In the Special Forces, not only is it about getting things done, it’s about getting things done swiftly, stealthily, and with no witnesses. **Sports Representatives** If you think you can take on all-comers in a sport (air hockey also counts), look no further, because being a sports representative could be where you’ll find your calling. No matter hardcore, casual or just a downright kinky player, these representatives will be the leaders in their various sporting arenas. Javelin Catching is, unfortunately, as yet unrecognized as an official sport. **Academic Representatives** For those who’ve memorized how much each piece of coursework contributes to your final grade, this just might be the job for you. The freshers and juniors will always be looking for advice on how to deal with schoolwork, so if you secretly dream of being Uncle Physics, your dreams are just a click away. **Media Masters** If you know the difference between an f2.0 and an f1.5 lens, we want you! If you know which way the video camera should be pointing and what the big red button does, we also want you! ICSS is always in need of photographers, videographers and editors. Whether you be aspiring, professional or just think you can hold a tripod really steady, hesitate no more and join us! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. ICSS online! ----------------------------------------------------------------- The official ICSS Facebook page is up and running! Information of any sort, such as buying and selling, advertisements and gossip can be published by any members on the page. The page will also be used to publicise ICSS photos and future events! Check it out now:http://www.facebook.com/pages/Imperial-College-Singapore-Society/187809… You can also follow ICSS on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ic_singsoc Feel free to message any of the admins for information. Stay glued to this group page for more news on upcoming events! In addition, please check out our new and revamped ICSS website: http://www.union.ic.ac.uk/osc/singapore/ ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Call-out to bloggers for the ICSS website ----------------------------------------------------------------- Do you have a love for writing? Do you like blogging for others to read? Interested in sharing your life in Imperial College? Then you are the one! We are looking for people interesting in blogging on the Singsoc website. If you are interested, please contact Yong Wen at liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net. --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about

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The Weekly Kaya & Toast -- Spring Term Week 10
by ICSS 16 Mar '11

16 Mar '11

Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Message from the ICSS 29th Exco President 2. Introducing… the ICSS 29th Exco! 3. Thorpe Park Trip (RSVP by 20th March 2011) 4. REAL Heroes Wanted 5. Touch for Life (TFL) Cup – Touch Rugby Tournament (19th March 2011) 6. ICSS Sports Update 7. Union Elections ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Message from the ICSS 29th Exco President ----------------------------------------------------------------- **“If I have seen further it is only by standing on the shoulders of giants.” -Isaac Newton ** The first response that I would expect would probably be "Wa... act cheem one, use quote sia." To be honest, being an Imperial science geek (and proud of it!) and true-blue sua koo Singaporean, I thought such a quote came from a Spiderman movie. Looks like I'm actually quite far off. Then again, as I put my pen to paper (or rather my fingertips to keyboard) to craft this 'self-declaration', I found that those were the words which sprang to mind; words which described my present sentiments. It is both a great honour, and at times a frightening prospect, to have been appointed the President of possibly the most established, most professional and most outstanding overseas Singaporean society in the UK. With such an overwhelming task, it is easy to be swamped by the workload that comes in on a day-to-day basis, and even harder to rise above and look ahead. However, it is only with the efforts of many, which allow the few of us who make up the current Exco to be able to see beyond the present hustle and bustle, and to set the course for our Society. To you, the unsung heroes of ICSS, the silent 'giants' whom we have come to and will continue to depend upon in the year ahead, thank you. Thank you, for choosing us, for trusting us, and for placing us upon your shoulders to help everyone look a little farther in the distance, and see the way forward on this journey that we all share. We look forward to serving you as the 29th Exco of the ICSS! Joshua Goh ICSS 29th Exco President ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Introducing… the ICSS 29th Exco! ----------------------------------------------------------------- ***Joshua (President) * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68910/AnhpouFzHBe08HKvcxiy/Josh+pic…> *** 1. Joshua sings. A lot. Especially while preparing dinner, as his cooking group can testify to. It's not uncommon to hear him belting out the classics while making pasta, or humming a tune from Bruno Mars while chopping garlic. Some of his favourite artistes include Nickelback, Jay Chou and Taylor Swift. 2. Joshua runs. Well, not a lot, unfortunately not as much as he eats or sings, otherwise he'd look pretty different from his current physique. Then again, there's something about the quiet calm of the park, the steady rhythm of footfalls upon the tarmac that soothes his soul when hitting the running trail. *** Eileen (Vice-President)*** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68927/QEHlmLsvYj0MDM7Vqwp5/Eileen+p…> Eileen is one who is easily excited by small things in life, such as finding her favourite malted milk biscuits on offer or taking (what she thinks is) an artistic photo. Contrary to popular belief, eating is NOT the only thing she does in her free time. She also sleeps a lot, or at least think about sleeping a lot because she believes that more sleep will make her grow taller! :) ***Shun Ying (Secretary)*** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68929/i7fGzVzZe101Tkm2rA9v/Shun+Yin…> "The average woman would rather have beauty than brains, because the average man can see a lot better than he can think." Luckily, Shun Ying (or Principal Luar, as she's likely to be known in about twenty years' time) has both beauty and brains. She's currently studying first year Biochemistry and spends most of her free time walking to and from Wilson House. Shun Ying loves dancing and is a huge fan of the Korean culture. She secretly harbors dreams of starring in a Korean movie, where all she does is dance and eat. Shun Ying knows the SNSD Gee dance by heart, and is most willing to teach anybody who pays in Assa vouchers. * ****Joel (Treasurer)*** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68931/hcILGWy3HVwShXXnxivp/Joel+pic…> Being in a constant state of euphoria, Joel can often be spotted spending most of his time prancing around and giggling in the JCR. In his spare time, he fantasizes about flying with the pigeons across Hyde Park from Wilson House. Widely recognized as tall, dark and handsome (or so he thinks), Joel’s Aeronautical Engineering friends often view him as the poster boy of their course. Look out for his multi-faceted talents in the year to come! *** YiJing (Events Officer – Major Event) * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68932/Kq8zOiArWAd0nG8i5DSQ/Yi+Jing+…> *** YiJing is a huge fan of chocolates and rabbits; she can’t survive without chocolate for more than a day and as for rabbits, just check out her email address. She believes that when there is a will there will be a way, and she really loves the family feeling that ICSS has given her. *** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68933/IdNjNMJ3jTcj8egMnrxq/Fong+pic…> Huang Hong (Events Officer)*** "Friendship is like pissing in your pants; everyone can see it, but only you can feel the warmth it brings." Before anyone asks, Huang Hong hasn't pissed in his pants since he was three, but imagines that it would feel pretty warm. He has time to carry out such thought exercises because first year Mechanical Engineering isn't counted, and the walk back to Bernard Sunley House provides much time for introspection and penance. Once home, he practices his dance moves and singing voice in the shower, which is, unfortunately, a little too cramped for the latter. He would, one day, like to go big-game hunting to try and bag something to mount over his fireplace (when he does get a fireplace). *** Qin Zheng (Events Officer)*** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68934/o9CDggZuY1qhvzvLhvhF/Qin+Zhen…> First impression that Qin Zheng gives off: serious, maybe too serious. But no way! This guy definitely has a friendly side to him! Despite how he looks, Qin Zheng can actually play the piano, and most probably enjoys playing it. (Just look at him hog the keyboard all day long during major event.) He has studied Japanese and did some translation projects when he was younger. He almost left for Japan to further his undergraduate studies, but ended up choosing Imperial (it’s a long story). He likes to exercise and with that said, he will be finally heading for the gym very soon after a few months hiatus, because of a very long ban (reason being… … another long story, ask him yourself). He loves to listen to people and enjoys long chats. So do not hesitate to speak to him, whether it is just a whine about life, a problem you are facing, or just purely for a light-hearted chat. By approaching him, you would have made his day! *** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68935/ykWCzgG7m3V_0BYs6hGz/Yuxiang+…> Yuxiang (Sports Officer)*** * * >From his past experiences as a competitive athlete, gymnastics coach, and part-time PE teacher, it shouldn’t be hard to guess how into sports Yuxiang was. Well, he still is, despite not as physically active since a “career-ending” injury. Nonetheless, he’s back into the sporting scene as your friendly and enthusiastic Sports Officer! Don’t doubt his passion for any sports, as he’s always keen to try nearly any sports regardless of how unusual it may be! * ****Yong Wen (Liaisons Officer) * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/68936/eP6pcX3fIu8CfM_fpyIz/Yong+Wen…> *** Yong Wen believes he is what some would call a “computer expert” if they were nicer, or a geek if they feel nasty. An avid gamer and badminton player, he could be seen enthusiastically and passionately discussing topics of his interests. He is here to serve the great lads and lasses of Singapore! ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Thorpe Park Trip (RSVP by 20th March 2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- *Message from Fong:* Hello everybody! Easter holidays are right around the corner, and it's such a pity we're all going to be cooped up in halls, studying our butts off. Spring's here, and ohmygosh there're birds chirping outside my window. To prevent us from blowing a fuse by studying too hard, I was thinking of making a trip to Thorpe Park. A relaxing day spent on the roller coasters should be enough to shake off any exam blues (at least temporarily). I'm looking for more people to join us, because more people means bigger discounts and easier transport arrangements, and come on, who doesn't love discounts? Here are the details: **Date: 14th April 2011 (Thurs)** **Time: 0830 - 1830 hours** **Venue: Thorpe Park** **Price: 36 pounds** The price currently stands at 36 pounds, 24 for the entry ticket and 12 for the transport to and from Thorpe Park. The more people we get, the lower the price this will be, so help me spread the word and get as many of your friends as possible to join us! Please contact our dear events officer, Qin Zheng at eventsofficer2(a)ic-singsoc.net, if you'd like to sign up for this excursion. Places are limited and given out on a first-come-first-served basis, though, so be quick! All details will be confirmed by Sunday, 20th March. For those who don't know what Thorpe Park is all about, here're some details about the best rides: **Stealth** Stealth is the fastest-accelerating roller coaster in Europe, bringing you from a standstill to 80 miles per hour in a piddling 1.8 seconds. For all you engineers out there who deal with the metric system, that's an acceleration of 19.8 meters per second squared. Much harder than it first seems to keep a zen expression on your face when you blast off, even on your subsequent (consecutive) rides. **Colossus** If you think you can hold your stomach contents down or you're just a glutton for punishment, Colossus may be the ride for you. With a gut-churning 10 loops over it's length, we'll not be giving out any prizes to those who go on it after gorging on the park's hotdogs.All the same, much respect if you do it. **X:\ No Way Out** One of those who gets really scared after seeing the loop-the-loops and heart-stopping drops? No worries, because this may be the ride for you! In X:\ No Way Out, you go backwards. In absolute darkness. So there's none of that debilitating, knee-buckling anticipation-fear. **Saw: The Ride** If you've ever wondered what it's like to be at the mercy of Jigsaw himself, you can get a taste at Saw: The Ride. Even the queue up to the ride is scary, so you know you'll be getting your money's worth of adrenaline rush. Holding the world record for the steepest free-fall drop, it'll be a challenge not to smell the fear in the air as you make your way around this ride. For those who just really, really like scaring themselves, a Saw museum is just next door. ***Challenge accepted?*** ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. REAL Heroes Wanted ----------------------------------------------------------------- It’s that time of the year again; exams are coming, people are switching on mugging mode, and we’re all ready to move on to the next year! Which also means we’re getting older and, unfortunately, more responsible. So if you (yes, you!) can feel the calling (or even the faintest of whispers) to be any of these positions, stay tuned to the weekly Kaya & Toast for more information coming very, very soon! · OGLs · Gamemasters · Quick Response Force · Academic Representatives · Sports Representatives · Multimedia Masters (PhDs, Bachelors and undergraduates also accepted) · Lord of Dance (Position pending approval) It’s a heroic weight, but with great power comes great fun. We want real heroes; challenge accepted? ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Touch for Life (TFL) Cup – Touch Rugby Tournament (19th March 2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- Ladies and Gentlemen, The annual Touch for Life (TFL) Cup is here once again and it is THIS COMING SATURDAY! 3 reasons why you SHOULD join us: 1) Exercise is good for you. See http://lifelearningtoday.com/2008/04/18/why-is-exercise-good-for-you/ 2) Spring is here! See http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spring_(season) <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spring_%28season%29> 3) Touch rugby is great. See http://touchrugby.isgreat.org/ Details! **Date: 19 March 2011 (Sat)** **Time: 1030 – 1300 hours** **Venue: Hyde Park Round Pond.** *That's EVEN NEARER than Sains!* **How to signup:** **Go to the website!** <http://touchrugby.isgreat.org/> This is a beginner-friendly tournament and all teams will be well-balanced. Girls are not only welcome to join us but are in fact a NECESSITY too. It is also NOT only an Imperial thing but all London schools are invited as well so it will be an awesome time to touch base with other Singaporeans. If you are still unsure what touch rugby is all about, check out our website at and click on "*Touch Rugby Manual*" on the side! See you guys this Saturday! David ----------------------------------------------------------------- 6. ICSS Sports Update ----------------------------------------------------------------- **Frisbee – 26 March 2011 (Sat) @ Hyde Park from 1000 to 1200** The first sports event by the 29th Exco would be held next Saturday, 26 March, in Imperial’s very own ‘backyard’ - Hyde Park! It would be a Frisbee session so for those who are fans of the game, looking for a chance to work out, or simply anyone who is interested in playing recreationally… please do drop by! Keep a look-out for more details of this event in the next issue of Kaya & Toast! Any queries please contact me at 07598797770 or at sportsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net. Cheers, Yuxiang ----------------------------------------------------------------- 7. Union Elections ----------------------------------------------------------------- Union elections are going on right now and you can log on to https://www.union.ic.ac.uk/vote/login.php to vote. Some Singaporeans are also running for positions and they will be listed below. **Voting eligible for Engineering students** CGCU Chair - Zhui Pei Yeo **Voting eligible for EEE students** CGCU EEE Department Rep - Philip Cheng EESoc President - Zhui Pei Yeo EESoc President – Lingxi Huang **Voting eligible for Chemical Engineering students** CGCU Chem Eng Department Rep - Anne Marie Ang Chem Eng Soc Vice-Chair of Industrial Relations - James Chia Wei Hong --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about

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The Weekly Kaya & Toast -- Spring Term SPECIAL EDITION!
by ICSS 13 Mar '11

13 Mar '11

Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. 29th EXCO 2. Final words from the 28th EXCO 3. Lost-and-found items at AGM ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. 29th EXCO ----------------------------------------------------------------- The annual general meeting for ICSS was held yesterday. After a gruelling 10-hour session in our favourite EEE LT 408, we are proud to announce to you the ICSS 29th Executive Committee: **President:** Joshua Goh (1st year Chemistry) **Vice-President:** Eileen Ng (1st year Biomedical Science) **Secretary:** Luar Shun Ying (1st year Biochemistry) **Treasurer:** Chen Yihao Joel (1st year Aeronautical Engineering) **Events Officer (Major Event): **Shen YiJing (1st year Chemical Engineering) **Events Officer**: Huang Hong Tan (1st year Mechanical Engineering) and Cheong Qin Zheng (1st year Aeronautical Engineering) **Sports Officer:** Lin Yuxiang **(1st year Mechanical Engineering) Liaison Officer:** Chua Yong Wen (1st year Information System Engineering) Our heartfelt gratitude goes out to everyone in ICSS for lending us your support throughout our term as the 28th EXCO. We wish the 29th EXCO all the best in their upcoming term of service. ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Final words from the 28th EXCO ----------------------------------------------------------------- * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/66901/b0We5AqIZPCEIq7Fk_ke/exco.gif…> * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/66903/OAH_Y7Y9Q6R1Am3jFXEm/final-wo…> *Wenjun, President 28th EXCO* Dear beloved members of the ICSS, The reign of the 28th ICSS Executive Committee finally came to a memorable end on the 9th of March 2011. Personally, the feeling was bittersweet. It was bitter because the journey has been such an amazing one but as always, good things will have to come to an end. It was sweet as I watched on the passionate wave of new blood take up the positions, raring to invigorate the society and see to the continuity of the ICSS tradition and legacy. There are countless people who have added meaning and colour to my entire experience as a whole. I find it extremely hard to put pen these words of thanks down, for words simply pale in comparison to magnitude of heartfelt gratitude and emotions that I am feeling now. However, I would still like to thank a number in passing: * To the Seniors, your care and concern simply portrays the love and undying passion for the long-standing tradition. Your guidance and maturity is unparalleled and something we truly treasure. For the graduating Seniors, I shudder at the loss that the ICSS will suffer upon your graduation. You will be sorely missed. * To my Batchmates, you have provided unwavering support for the 28th Executive Committee. Your spirit and heart for the ICSS was never in doubt, and each one of you have contributed significantly to what we have built up over the past year. A special thank you goes out to my dear ex-Weeks Hall hallmates/current housemates (Gladys, Gerbert, Qihan, James, Karen and Shin) for standing by me all this while. I am indeed blessed to have such a great bunch of friends. May our strength and unity as the 28th Batch continue to live on forever! * To my Executive Committee, there is nothing more that a President could have asked for. You guys have been an absolute joy to work with! Our journey has been one of ups and downs but we have stuck together firmly as a team. Thank you for the beautiful memories that I will never forget! As my final words, I would like to bring up one last challenge to the Freshers of ICSS. Now is the time for your batch to step up and take over the baton. The marathon will be a long and arduous one but it is with hope and faith that all of you will be able to stick close together just as the 28th Batch has done, sustaining that burning desire and passion for the society. The Seniors will be here to guide you, but the Society will be significantly what the 29th Batch of people make it to be. Do us proud and fly the ICSS flag high! Yours truly, Wenjun President (NS) ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Bryan, Vice-President 28th EXCO* Dear fellow members of the ICSS, It has been an amazing year for me in the Exco. Over the past year, we organised countless events, from Seniors’ Farewell Party to Sojourn, right up to Ski Trip and Major Event. Without the participation and support of every one of you, none of these events would have been possible, let alone a success. Thank you. When I first ran for my position, I had ambitious plans and creative ways of bringing everyone together. I had my ideas on how everything could have been improved, how we could achieve what we set out to achieve. Yet, as time passed, I realised that successful events required more than just excellent planning. They require people getting themselves involved. They require a sincere organising committee. Most importantly, they require people to believe in the society. Singsoc is a society run by friends, for friends. Being an Exco member means committing yourself to organising events for the people that matter to you. Being a Singsoc member means you are part of a society that you care for, which cares for you as well. This is what distinguishes us, what we are about. Nothing in our constitution can ever enforce this special identity on us. Our culture and tradition can only be passed on through actions, from one batch to the next. Like how our seniors have taken care of us, we have taken care of our juniors. Now, it is their time to step up and pass this spirit on. I have every confidence that the 29th Exco and their batch-mates are ready to rise to the occasion and do their part for their juniors. Fellow seniors (and seniors-to-be), the journey the 29th Exco is about to embark will be a difficult one, involving much time, effort and sacrifice. It is my hope that we give our utmost support to them during their term. Turning up at their events, helping them out wherever you can or even giving a word of encouragement will go a long way in making them feel that what they are doing is worth the while. After all, the sacrifices they will make are all for us and our society. Thank you 28th Exco for being in this journey with me over the past year. It was difficult, but fulfilling. The memories we shared will stay with me for a long time to come. This is probably the last time I will be saying this to all of you, as members of the Exco. Good job guys, we have met our objective. Bryan Fellow Singsoc Member P.S. Good luck Eileen! ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Yu Leng, Secretary 28th EXCO* It has been one amazing year that has passed by far too quickly. I recall drafting my first Esplanade (the name of our previous newsletter) – and in a blink of an eye, this 38th issue of Singsoc newsletter sent by me now marks the end of this remarkable journey for me as your ICSS Secretary. While there will be so much to be missed as our 28th EXCO moves on to another phase of our university lives, the wonderful memories and friends that I have made over the year will last me a long way through. Thank you to everyone who has crossed my path in some way or other during my term. My time in the EXCO would not have been complete without you people who truly make Singsoc what it is meant to be – a bonded society where we can call a home away from home. Thank you especially to the other 7 members of the 28th EXCO – Wenjun, Bryan, Hao Yi, Sid, Shuren, Hong Yi and Jun Ying. Though we faced countless difficulties along the way, things did work out in the end and that would not have been possible without all your dedication and hard work. It has been truly such a memorable time working with you guys and I’ve certainly learnt a lot from all of you. Thank you, as well, to my coursemates and housemates for your presence at and participation in Singsoc activities, and for your support, care and concern for me. As the 29th EXCO takes over and strives towards greater aspirations, I hope that all of you will continue to support Singsoc and its activities. And to the 29th EXCO, I wish you all the best in your upcoming journey and I look forward to an exciting year ahead for Singsoc under your leadership. Yu Leng ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Hao Yi, Treasurer 28th EXCO* Time flies. It seemed like just yesterday that the eight of us sat in the KFC off Gloucester, eager to make ICSS as much a home for the incoming year as it was for us. Now, twelve months on, the time has come for a new group of nine to step up and for us old folks to say our goodbyes. At this juncture, I would thus like to express my heartfelt thanks to the people who have made the past year a journey truly like none other. * To my beloved fellow Exco: A big thank you for all the wonderful and often crazy memories of ICSS. The things that we did together were simply awesome. From Bryan’s delectable poses at the pageant training sessions to Sid’s stellar driving skills, I will definitely cherish these memories for many years to come. You guys were honestly the best teammates that one could ask for and I sincerely hope that we’ll get the chance to work together again. (How about organizing private clubbing events during summer? =p) * To the dance team: Major Event just wouldn’t have been the same without each and every one of you. Thank you for filling my evenings with endless laughs and chatter, for making me feel at home with you lot even though I’m such an old and stiff fellow and for being such good friends to me throughout the three arduous months of rehearsals. I will most certainly remember the times we spent together in the Chem Café Area (especially that one time where I got my manly scar) and wish you guys the very best in all your future endeavors. * To my housemates: A sincere thank you for all the moral support and for being so understanding throughout this term. It really is heartwarming to have a family to go home to after a long day (P.S. I promise to make up for all the hasty meals that I cooked before rushing off to practice). * Last but not least, I would like to express my gratitude to all the seniors who have helped the 28ths in one way or another. Thank you for stepping forward to be OGLs, game masters, scriptwriters and even dancers when it was never an obligation and for supporting us all the way to the end. You guys were truly pillars of ICSS. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Siddhartha, Events Officer 28th EXCO* Right, so the AGM just came to a successful close, with the (very capable) 29th Executive Committee getting elected, and now, I’ve been allowed some space to give some final words to the society. Well, I wish I had some words of wisdom or some enlightenment message to share, but since I don’t, I will instead like to leave a (rather long) thank you message: Thank you, first and foremost, to all my other 28th Executive Committee colleagues; i.e., Wenjun, Bryan, Yuleng, (humsup) Haoyi, Shuren, Hongyi & Junying. It’s difficult to describe truly in words how much fun and memorable it was to work alongside each and every one of you. Thank you to all the seniors from the 27th & 26th executive committees for their wonderful advice & guidance. Would like to give a special mention to Kailong & Anne, who at times went the extra mile to help me out. Thank you to all the wonderful batchmates who helped and supported our events. The wonderful OGLs, gamemasters, QRF, subject reps, etc etc. Special mention to David Lee, who has helped me a lot on more than one occasion. Thank you to all the freshers that I have met in the last year, and for putting up the wonderful Production 2011. Thank you to the music team for making my job SO much easier and SO much fun. Thank you to all my friends who listened to my rants, or consoled me when I was down, or covered for me when I was not around (lab buddy, jx!). Thank you to my housemates for being around to help and support. And just to make sure I have not missed out anyone, thank you to ALL my friends for supporting/helping/guiding me in any big or small way. Thank you. Now that I’ve reduced everyone to tears, including myself, just would like to wish the new committee all the best, plenty of success and a good year ahead. Please do lend them your support, and I’m sure ICSS will reach new heights very soon! sid. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Shuren, Events Officer 28th EXCO* Hi everybody! One year passed very quickly and I have already handed over my position of Events Officer of ICSS to my successor. The past year has been very eventful. The numerous events that I have planned brought me great memories and I think that will not be so if not for the active participation of the members. From Sojourn to Major Event, I got to know many of you and I sincerely hope that you guys enjoyed the events. As I step down, I want to express my utmost appreciation to all those who have participated in our events or contribute in one way or another to ICSS, without whom it would not be possible for us to have successful events, one after another. Last but not least, do give the new EXCO your support as they begin their journey to fly the flag of ICSS. THANK YOU! Shuren! P.S. Please remember to say Hi! to me if you see me on the streets. ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Hong Yi, Sports Officer 28th EXCO* It has been a great year for ICSS Sports. Without the participation of all of you, this would have been impossible. I hope all of you enjoyed the sporting events throughout the year and please continue to support the new sports officer, Yu Xiang, in all the sporting events. Also, I would like to take this opportunity to thank all my sports captains, Derek, Cherie, Shawn, Jun Xiang, Don, Jia Jia and Yong Feng, for all the support they had given me throughout the year. You guys are really wonderful! Let the ICSS tradition of bonding Singaporeans together through sweat continues in the years to come. All the best, Hong Yi 28th ICSS Exco - Sports Officer ~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~.~. *Jun Ying, Liaisons Officer 28th EXCO* It has been a great honour to serve the Singaporean community in my capacity as the Liaisons Officer for the duration of my term. While it is with a tinge of can't-let-it-go feeling, I am entirely confident that the newly-elected 29th EXCO will bring our society to new heights, to create even more awesome events, to foster bonds, to save freshers from the miasma of necessary of immigration paperwork and the uncertainties of living abroad, and most importantly, to be a home away from home. The unprecedented formulation of the Major Events Officer will have profound effects on the work dynamic but I have faith that the EXCO will be able to take on the burden and the aspirations that my EXCO and the rest of the society have put on them. To my protege, feel free to seek advice from any of your entire Liaisons family line of enthusiastic seniors. We will always be around to answer the call and to help in the event of a catastrophic server crash (P.S. always back up with an SQL dump before you try something. I learnt this the hard way MANY times) To the rest of the society, I hope you all will support the EXCO in everything they do, and make your feedback known (if you disagree or agree or have better ideas). We are Singaporeans but cannot complain all the time mah! To the rest of my EXCO, it has been a terrific journey and I am thankful for being part of it. Jun Ying ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Lost-and-found items at AGM ----------------------------------------------------------------- There were some items left in EEE LT 408 after the AGM. They are: * a tupperware with some food * ASUS CD and manuals If they belong to you, please contact the Shun Ying at secretary(a)ic-singsoc.net. --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, please send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about

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The Weekly Kaya & Toast -- Spring Term Week 9 -- AGM TOMORROW!
by ICSS 08 Mar '11

08 Mar '11

Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS AGM is TOMORROW! 2. Touch Rugby at Hyde Park (12/03/2011) 3. Careers@Home: Public Sector United Kingdom - Imperial College (11/03/2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS AGM is TOMORROW! ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear esteemed members, * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/61612/exco.gif> The ICSS will be holding our 28th Annual General Meeting ***TOMORROW!*** Event : Annual General Meeting (Elections) Date : 9th of March 2011 (Wednesday) Venue : EEE LT 408 Time : 1pm onwards Members are strongly encouraged to attend the meeting to take part in the Elections for the changeover of office holders. Meals will be provided for all present. *Interested Candidates* * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/61609/tempz.gif> For candidates interested to run for office positions for 2011/2012, you are encouraged to submit a manifesto to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net to be placed on the ICSS website. The manifestos will go up onto the website as soon as you submit it, and the sooner the better. Please do not hesitate to contact any of the current office holders if you would like to find out more about what each role exactly entails! President - Wenjun (president(a)ic-singsoc.net) Vice President - Bryan (bryan_ng_kl(a)hotmail.com) Treasurer - Hao Yi (haoyi_crey(a)hotmail.com) Secretary - Yu Leng (secretary(a)ic-singsoc.net) Events - Sid (sidmontu(a)gmail.com) - Shuren (shurenlin(a)hotmail.com) Sports - Hong Yi (wonghongyi(a)hotmail.com) Liaisons - Jun Ying (liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net) Best of luck! Wenjun ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Touch Rugby at Hyde Park (12/03/2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- ***Conundrum*** This is a weird week. Clouds move on, Colours restored. Suddenly feels warm. This is pretty odd, Mince pies no longer on sale. Could Winter be gone? Spring is here, Hurray! What to do now? Must wear shorts! And play Touch Rugby! ~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~*~ Dear one and all, As you guessed, Spring is finally here!! And what better way to enjoy the sun than to actually get out of your library/lab/couch and have a Fun Run in the Sun!! Come join us this Saturday at Hyde Park (it has flowers) and play Touch Rugby! It is a SAFE sport, no tackling whatsoever and best of all, good for your health! No worries if you haven't played before, we welcome you with open arms! (that's how we defend anyway) Here are the details: Date: 12 March (This Saturday!) Place: Hyde Park Round Pond Time: ***10:30am*** Attire: Feet required, boots awesome. To find out more about TOUCH RUGBY and learn how to play, go check out our GREAT webpage at http://touchrugby.isgreat.org (<-- great!) See you there! Keep in Touch David ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Careers@Home: Public Sector United Kingdom - Imperial College (11/03/2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- **Want to have a hand in shaping Singapore’s future?** Contact Singapore and the Public Service Division invite **Singaporean students from Imperial College** to a networking dinner with public agencies from various sectors in the government. **Mr Timothy Sebastian**, Group Director for the Agency for Science, Technology & Research (A*STAR) would be giving a special talk on “***Global Nexus for Research Talent***”. Mr Sebastian started his career with the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) in 1987. Over 18 years, he held various appointments spanning EDB's Cluster Development, International Operations, Planning and Corporate functions. He has worked in EDB’s Enterprise Development, Services, International Business Development, Planning, Human Resources, and Corporation Communications Divisions. From 1994 to 1998, he also served overseas as EDB's UK Director based in London, and later, as Regional Director (Europe). | **Date:** | **Friday, 11 March 2011** | Venue: | Imperial College Queen’s Tower Rooms Section C South Kensington Campus London SW7 2AZ UK | Time: | 6.30pm - 9.00pm | Programme: | 6.30pm - 6.55pm Registration 7.00pm - 7.10pm Opening remarks - Public Service Division 7.10pm - 7.30pm "Global Nexus for Research Talent" Mr. Timothy Sebastian, Group Director (HR), Agency for Science, Technology and Research (A*STAR) 7.30pm - 9.00pm Networking with agency representative Register for the event here and submit your resume for consideration by the participating public agencies. <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/CareersHome/PS/UK/Mar2011> **Get an opportunity to network with Senior Public Service Officers!** * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/65340/NLNO8XGR28jKqwR5fTTU/image016…> In addition to the campus event at Imperial College, we would also like to invite you to join the Singapore Public Service for a networking lunch on **13 March 2011 (Sun)**. You will get a chance to network with Senior Public Service Leaders including: * Mr. Michael Teo, High Commissioner to the Court of St. James * Ms. Lim Soo Hoon <http://www.effectivinternet.com/2011/contactsingapore/01/ch_public_sector/p…>, Permanent Secretary, Public Service Division * Mr. Peter Ho, Senior Advisor, Centre for Strategic Futures * Mr. James Wong <http://www.effectivinternet.com/2011/contactsingapore/01/ch_public_sector/p…>, Deputy Secretary (Policy), Public Service Division The following Public Agencies from the Economic Sector, Security Sector, Social Sector and Government Administration & Strategic Planning Sector would also be present to share with you the opportunities available back home. * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/65341/57rnUt2nby077jtCAZLv/temp-2.g…> Click here to sign up for the event <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/Networking/PSLeaders/UK/13Mar2011>. **This registration is open to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only.** Do mark the date down in your calendar. A confirmation note will be sent to you to verify your registration. Be sure to also check back on the event website <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/Networking/PSLeaders/UK/13Mar2011> regularly for more updates and information. We hope to see you soon! **The teams at Contact Singapore and Public Service Division.** *For career opportunities with other public agencies, do visit Careers@Gov at **http://www.careers.gov.sg/* --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, please send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about

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(IMPORTANT) Agenda and Information for Annual General Meeting (9th March 2011)
by Wenjun Er 04 Mar '11

04 Mar '11

*Dear beloved members of ICSS,* As the ICSS calendar draws to an eventful end, the time has finally arrived for a changeover of leadership. The month of March marks the end of the term for the current batch of seasoned office holders. The Annual General Elections is an extremely crucial event for the society, with the prospect of a new wave of fresh blood looking to add renewed vigour to the ICSS. On behalf of the 28th ICSS Executive Committee, I would like to extend a warm invitation to all members of the society to the Annual General Meeting. This is effectively the last event under the charge of the 28s. If you had enjoyed yourself at any event, any gathering or at any point of time during our term, please do come down for the AGM to show your support for the 28s. We will be greatly touched by your presence, and will certainly be honoured to have you with us as we see out this last stretch. More importantly, we are about to witness the election of the 29th ICSS Executive Committee. As members of the Society, we are all entitled to decide on who we want as the people to steer the ICSS to greater heights over the impending term. In addition, the 28th ICSS Executive Committee has made recommendations for amendments in the Constitution. If ratified, it will bring a change in the form of a new Executive Committee role. Hence, I strongly encourage every member to exercise his or her vote with careful consideration. Every single vote will have a far-reaching impact on the direction of the ICSS over the next year. *AGENDA FOR THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING 2011* ** 1. *Projected Timeline of Annual General Meeting (9th March 2011)* 1245 Lunch 1325 Opening Remarks 1330 Annual Report Presentation by the 28th ICSS Executive Committee 1415 Question and Answer 1430 Ratification of Constitutional Amendments 1450 Closing Remarks 1515 Commencement of ICSS General Elections 1800 Dinner ???? End of Annual General Meeting 2. *Proposed Constitutional Amendments by the 28th ICSS Executive Committee (Highlighted in Yellow)* I. Amendment of Article 14 Section 1a) *1. **An A.G.M. shall be convened:* *(a) **after the two at least one O.G.M.s in the first and second academic term.* * * II. Extension of Article 18 Section 3) *2. **Secretary* The *Secretary* shall: *(e) **be responsible for the booking of the venues within the College properties for use by the Society.* * * III. Retraction of Article 18 Section 7) *7. **Liaison Officer* *The Liaison Officer shall:* *(e) **be responsible for the booking of the venues within the College properties for use by the Society. (Shifted to Secretary’s Role) * IV. Extension of Article 18 *8. **Events Officer (Major Event)* *The Events Officer (Major Event) shall:*** *(a) **fulfil the principle role of undertaking the responsibility for the annual Major Event in the academic year of his/her term in Office.* * * *(b) **strategize, plan, form, coordinate and execute the Major Event in the academic year with the support of the rest of the Committee.* * * *(c) **ensure that the aims and objectives of the Major Event are achieved to its fullest extent, which includes:* ** * i. To create a platform for the members of the Society to bond and interact. ii. To showcase the talents and culture of Singapore to the international community. iii. To benefit the community in a meaningful way. * ** 3. *Events Office (Major Event)* This year, the Executive Committee is proposing the extension to Article 18 to introduce the role of Events Officer (Major Event). After much deliberation and a thorough review of the term by the 28s, we have come to this resolution of introducing the 9th Executive Committee member. I. Motivation a. Major Event, being the key highlight of the year, is not undertaken or specifically assigned to any Executives within the Committee. b. With the increasing number of events added on to the ICSS calendar, attention and focus for Major Event is increasing being shared and reduced to an extent. c. In the recent years, Major Event has taken on somewhat a standard form, lacking freshness and vigour. d. In addition, Major Event currently only involves approximately 25% of the entire Singaporean population at Imperial College London. II. Resolution a. In electing the Events Officer (Major Event) into the Executive Committee, he will undertake the entire process from strategizing, planning, forming, coordinating to executing of Major Event. b. With a specialized member amongst the Executives focused with the task, Major Event will receive sufficient attention that it deserves as the key highlight of the year. c. It is with hope that with the additional attention given to Major Event for the entire process, subsequent Major Events will witness an increase in involvement, scale, quality and the concomitant desirable effects it brings to the society. III. Job scope of Major Event Chair Please refer earlier part of AGENDA FOR THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING, under Section 2 Part IV on the proposed Extension of Article 18. * * *ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR THE ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING* In this segment, we have compiled a few of the most frequently asked questions about the Annual General Meeting. 1. How will the extension of Article 18 (Events Officer (Major Event)) affect me if ratified? In the event of a ratification of this extension, the 29th ICSS Executive Committee will have a new make-up of 9 members. If you are interested to run this new role of Events Office (Major Event) and have further questions, please feel free to email president(a)ic-singsoc.net to find out more! 2. What do I need to do before attending AGM? For members, we will be providing Lunch and Dinner at the meeting. In order to facilitate the ordering of the correct quantity of food, we require all members to RSVP to our Facebook Events page (http://www.facebook.com/#!/event.php?eid=115185235224801&index=1) 3. What is a manifesto and what do I have to do with it? If you are deciding to run for Office during the General Elections, you are required to submit a manifesto to our Liaisons Officer. This manifesto will be placed on the ICSS website for the members’ perusal. It will serve the purpose of introducing yourself to the society, and can be viewed as a form of campaigning. For more information, please visit tab under General Elections on the ICSS website. ( http://www.union.ic.ac.uk/osc/singapore/general-elections-2011/manifesto-gu…) 4. I want to know more about what being an Executive Committee member entails. How do I go about finding out more? Please feel free to approach any of the current Office Holders and they will gladly share with you their experience and more about their respective positions. If you are undecided on a position in particular, every member of the 28th ICSS Executive Committee has done up a short write-up on their roles, responsibilities and experience for your perusal. This information is available under the General Elections tab on the ICSS website. (http://www.union.ic.ac.uk/osc/singapore/general-elections-2011/exco) 5. I would like to read up on the ICSS Constitution. Where can I find it? You may find a copy of the ICSS Constitution under the General Elections tab on the ICSS Website ( http://www.union.ic.ac.uk/osc/singapore/wp-content/uploads/2011/03/ICSS_Con… ) *CLOSING REMARKS* It is my wish that every single member will turn up for the Annual General Meeting. This event is of great significance for the outgoing and incoming Office Holders. More importantly, proposed amendments to the ICSS Constitution will also be ratified during the meeting. As such, it will be crucial that every member be present to exercise his/her say in matters. Lastly, I would like to strongly urge all members to think about the possibility of running for Office. It is only with continuity and succession in power that the Society’s tradition and legacy may live on. To all the passionate members out there, rise up to the challenge and be part of the 29s. Hope too see you at the Annual General Meeting! Yours truly, Wenjun

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The Weekly Kaya & Toast -- Spring Term Week 8
by ICSS 02 Mar '11

02 Mar '11

Contents ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS AGM 2. Post-Production 2011 Note 3. ICSS Spring Trip (05/03/11) Updates 4. Invitation to join Mission Laos 5. Careers@Home: Public Sector United Kingdom - Imperial College (11/03/2011) 6. Careers@Home: Public Sector - Networking Lunch with Senior Public Service Leaders (13/03/2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- 1. ICSS AGM ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear esteemed members, * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/61612/exco.gif> The ICSS will be holding our 28th Annual General Meeting in March. Event : Annual General Meeting (Elections) Date : 9th of March 2011 (Wednesday) Venue : EEE LT 408 Time : 1pm onwards Members are strongly encouraged to attend the meeting to take part in the Elections for the changeover of office holders. Meals will be provided for all present. *Interested Candidates* * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/61609/tempz.gif> For candidates interested to run for office positions for 2011/2012, you are encouraged to submit a manifesto to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net to be placed on the ICSS website. The manifestos will go up onto the website as soon as you submit it, and the sooner the better. Please do not hesitate to contact any of the current office holders if you would like to find out more about what each role exactly entails! President - Wenjun (president(a)ic-singsoc.net) Vice President - Bryan (bryan_ng_kl(a)hotmail.com) Treasurer - Hao Yi (haoyi_crey(a)hotmail.com) Secretary - Yu Leng (secretary(a)ic-singsoc.net) Events - Sid (sidmontu(a)gmail.com) - Shuren (shurenlin(a)hotmail.com) Sports - Hong Yi (wonghongyi(a)hotmail.com) Liaisons - Jun Ying (liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net) Best of luck! Wenjun ----------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Post-Production 2011 Note ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear friends, On behalf of the entire Production Team, a big thank you goes out to all who came down in full force to support Major Event 2011 the previous week! Thank you for giving us this opportunity to stage this entire event and thank you for the memories! We have successfully raised a grand total of £812 for UNICEF charity! For everyone involved in Major Event, spectators and Team members alike, thank you for doing your part in our bid to aid the less fortunate children around the world. Let us also honour the members of the Production Team for their splendid work over the past months. They have done the society proud and have truly flown the ICSS flag high! Here’s to more exciting days ahead! Wenjun ----------------------------------------------------------------- 3. ICSS Spring Trip (05/03/11) Updates ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear ICSS members! The ICSS Spring Trip is now ***FULL***. For those who have missed out on the registration, you may still contact Sid at icss.events(a)gmail.com to be put on the waiting list. To those who have already signed up, you should have received a confirmation personally. Once again, the details for the ICSS Spring Trip is as follows: Date: 5th March, 2011 (Saturday), 8am - 6pm Destination: South-end on Sea! Cost: £10 (to cover the coach hire cost only!) **About the trip** South-end on Sea is a small seaside resort town in east England, and it's best known for its pleasure pier, which also happens to be the world's longest. It also has a world class amusement park, called Adventure Island, which has over 50 rides and has free entry (you have to pay only for the rides!). Besides the main tourist attractions, South-end on sea is a lovely town to explore, and if weather permits, we will also have a society-level picnic in one of their lovely parks! See you all on Saturday! :) ----------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Invitation to join Mission Laos ----------------------------------------------------------------- Dear all, Laos is located in the Far East, a land-locked country neighbouring Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, Myanmar and China. We are a team of 3 third year Imperial medics comprising a Singaporean, Cypriot and South Korean who are really passionate about the country and it's people, and are extending a special invitation to everyone to be part of the traveling team to Laos this summer. We are looking to have a traveling team of about 18-20 people. If you are interested in a true Asian adventure or wish to volunteer in one of the poorest countries in the world then you simply have to register your interest with us! This is once in a lifetime opportunity to plan your **own** volunteering trip with no hidden costs and full transparency because you are simply in charge of making all the important decisions! Follow this link to our website to find out more about Mission Laos. http://missionlaos.wordpress.com/ This invitation is open till **25 May 2011**, to facilitate the purchase of air tickets. Register now and let us know you are interested here: <https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dExpWWc4eDNtTjBSSkMwcHNTRD…> https://spreadsheets.google.com/viewform?formkey=dExpWWc4eDNtTjBSSkMwcHNTRD… *Hope to hear from you soon! Thank you* [:)] (View image: <http://www.projectps.net/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_smile.gif>) Ethan ----------------------------------------------------------------- 5. Careers@Home: Public Sector United Kingdom - Imperial College (11/03/2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- **Want to have a hand in shaping Singapore’s future?** Contact Singapore and the Public Service Division can make this happen for you! The Singapore Public Service is the country’s largest employer, with 124,000 public officers working in 15 Ministries and more than 60 public agencies. We are constantly on the lookout for talented people who will help forge the right environment for Singaporeans to earn a good living, raise a family and lead a fulfilling life. We invite all Singaporean students from Imperial College to a networking dinner with key representatives from the following agencies: * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/61623/9Nvq2df7oRsUPxhCq7CX/temp2.gi…> Learn about industry developments and the latest career opportunities in the various public agencies. Register for the event here and submit your resume for consideration by the participating public agencies. <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/CareersHome/PS/UK/Mar2011> **This registration is open to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only.** Do mark the date down in your calendar. A confirmation note will be sent to you to verify your registration. Be sure to also check back on the event website <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/CareersHome/PS/UK/Mar2011> regularly for more updates and information. We hope to see you soon! **The teams at Contact Singapore and Public Service Division.** *For career opportunities with other public agencies, do visit Careers@Gov at* *http://www.careers.gov.sg/*. *Please visit the Contact Singapore job portal* *http://www.jobsatsingapore.sg/* *for career opportunities with the participating public agencies.* ----------------------------------------------------------------- 6. Careers@Home: Public Sector - Networking Lunch with Senior Public Service Leaders (13/03/2011) ----------------------------------------------------------------- Come join the Singapore Public Service for a networking lunch on 13 March 2011 and get a chance to network with Senior Public Service Leaders including: * Mr. Michael Teo, High Commissioner to the Court of St. James * Ms. Lim Soo Hoon <http://www.effectivinternet.com/2011/contactsingapore/01/ch_public_sector/p…>, Permanent Secretary, Public Service Division * Mr. Peter Ho, Senior Advisor, Centre for Strategic Futures * Mr. James Wong <http://www.effectivinternet.com/2011/contactsingapore/01/ch_public_sector/p…>, Deputy Secretary (Policy), Public Service Division The following Public Agencies from the Economic Sector, Security Sector, Social Sector and Government Administration & Strategic Planning Sector would also be present to share with you the opportunities available back home. * View image: * <http://files.groupspaces.com/icss/files/63294/ZZkQjmNoDni6zZIzO_5k/temp5.gi…> **Date: ****Sunday, 13 March 2011** Venue: Sofitel St. James Hotel **(Mayfair Room)** 6 Waterloo Place LondonSW1Y 4AN, UK Time: 11:30am - 3:00pm Programme: | 11.30am - 12.00pm | Registration | 12.00pm - 12.10pm | Welcome & introduction by Public Service Division (PSD) | 12.10pm - 12.30pm | Speech by Ms. Lim Soo Hoon, Permanent Secretary (PSD) | 12.30pm - 3.00pm | Networking lunch with Senior Public Service Officers and representatives from Public Agencies Click here to sign up for the event <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/Networking/PSLeaders/UK/13Mar2011>. **This registration is open to Singaporeans and Singapore Permanent Residents only.** Do mark the date down in your calendar. A confirmation note will be sent to you to verify your registration. Be sure to also check back on the event website <http://www.contactsingapore.sg/Networking/PSLeaders/UK/13Mar2011> regularly for more updates and information. We hope to see you soon! **The Public Service Division team** *For career opportunities with other public agencies, do visit Careers@Gov at http://www.careers.gov.sg/. * --- http://www.ic-singsoc.net/ To unsubscribe, please send an email to liaisonsofficer(a)ic-singsoc.net. ---------------------------------------------------------------- Imperial College Singapore Society www.ic-singsoc.net http://groupspaces.com/icss ---------------------------------------------------------------- Powered by GroupSpaces - manage your group online http://www.groupspaces.com/e/about

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