July 2017 - ICU-SingSoc - imperial.ac.uk

The Kaya & Toast Times - Issue 15/2017
by Tricia Teo 30 Jul '17

30 Jul '17

<http://union.us9.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> Digest Hey everyone! It's almost a month into the summer break and the fun is only about to begin (Sojourn dry-run next week)! It has been a good start for ICSS this summer! Our annual *Pre-Departure Talk*, which was the first event that we held in Singapore, concluded successfully on 16 July 2017. *Thank you to all seniors, especially all academic reps*, for making time to attend the event. *Special thanks* too to *Furama Riverfront*, *The Singapore Public Service, Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore-Industry Scholarship, Signarama Marymount *and* giffgaff*! *Imperial College Alumni Association of Singapore* will be organising a *Gala Dinner* at *The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore* on *4 September 2017 *in celebration of their 40th Anniversary! This is your opportunity to *network* with some of Singapore's front-runners in the public and private sectors! Besides our DPM Teo Chee Hean, many notable alumni will be attending the event. More details on the event and ticket prices can be found below. Click *HERE* <http://union.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> to *register by 15 August 2017*! Up for more fun? Look no further! We present to you the *newly revamped* *UKBound*! Come *2 September 2017*, from *1900 - 2300*, step foot on board *Stewords Riverboat *for UKBound's maiden voyage as a *gala party*! For *$30 (Early Bird)/ $33 (Regular)*, you will enjoy a night of mingling, buffet-style dinner, games and performances! Mark the date on your calendars! To all *alumni who are interested in sponsoring *us, please contact us at eventsofficer2(a)ic-singsoc.net or +65 91560104 <+65%209156%200104>! And if you are feeling even more adventurous... join us for the annual *ICSS Ski Trip *held at the *Tignes Ski Resort* from* 16 - 23 December 2017*! For *£549 (+£5 for non-ICSS members)*, you will get return transport via coach, daily buffet-style meals, UCPA accommodation and much more! No experience is required! *Sign up* *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> *now! Stay tuned for more updates and feel free to email vicepresident(a)ic-singsoc.net for any queries. What's a year of fun without *Major Event*! Yes, preparations for our next Major Event have begun! Presenting to you our creative team comprising *Shiyao Ke*, *Joshua Chan*, *Trina Ng,* *Mi Qi Lim*, *Yong Shen* *Tan* and *Eugene Kwa *and our play* The Infinite Wallace Young*! Excited? *Sign up* *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…>* now! Please email majorevent(a)ic-singsoc.net for any queries. It's always safe to have some insurance while you're having fun! ICSS is partnering with *AIG* to give a *10% discount* on your Student Assist insurance premiums. To qualify for this discounted rate, applications need to be submitted via ICSS by *25 August 2017*. If you have yet to receive any information about this discount, please email president(a)ic-singsoc.net. Are you excited? See you at Sojourn dry-run where the fun begins! Your high-spirited Secretary, Tricia *"We don't remember days. We remember moments." Have fun and enjoy the moments this holiday :) * Content 1. Post- <#m_7913157429899571988_1>Pre-Departure Talk 2017 <#m_7913157429899571988_1> 2. ICAAS 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner <#m_7913157429899571988_2> 3. UKBound 2017 <#m_7913157429899571988_3> 4. Ski Trip 2017 <#m_7913157429899571988_4> 5. Major Event Seniors' Sign-ups <#m_7913157429899571988_5> 6. AIG Insurance <#m_7913157429899571988_6> 1. Post-Pre-Departure Talk 2017 Hey everyone! Our annual Pre-Departure Talk concluded successfully on 16 July 2017, with an amazing turnout of more than 150 guests. We were elated too to see more than 50 seniors turn up specially for the event! We hope everyone had a great time mingling with our incoming batch of juniors and enjoying the delightful spread of refreshments. To *all seniors, *thank you for making time to attend the event, for warmly welcoming our freshers into the ICSS family and for sharing your bits of wisdom! It would not have been possible for us to reach out individually to each fresher and address their concerns, especially course-specific ones, if not for you. Many of the parents and freshers feel more reassured now! A special thank you to *all academic reps *for assisting us in so many ways before, during and now, after the event! We would also like to specially thank our event sponsors: *Furama Riverfront*, *The Singapore Public Service, Singapore Tourism Board, Singapore-Industry Scholarship, Signarama Marymount *and* giffgaff* without whom our event would not have been possible. It has been a pleasure working with every one of you! Click *HERE* <http://union.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> to read more about the event and *HERE* <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> for the photographs! Your grateful Secretary, Tricia 2. ICAAS 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner Hi everyone! I hope you're having an exciting and meaningful summer break! And to make it even more exciting and even more meaningful, why not consider the opportunity to *network with some of Singapore's front-runners in both the public and private sectors* at the upcoming ICAAS 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner! Organised by ICAAS, the Gala Dinner celebrates 40 years of a strong Singaporean Alumni, the oldest overseas alumni association connected with Imperial College London. Apart from our Deputy Prime Minister and Patron of ICAAS Mr Teo Chee Hean, ICAAS is also expected to host notable alumni who are also Fellows of Imperial College London, including Mr J.Y. Pillay (DUNU First Class, Chairman of the Council of Presidential Advisers), Mr Philip Yeo (DUNU First Class, Chairman of SPRING Singapore), Mr Lim Chuan Poh (Chairman of A*STAR), and also the President of Imperial College London, Professor Alice Gast. Many other notable alumni of Imperial College London from Singapore and the region, including potential investors, entrepreneurs and leaders in the tech and science industries are also expected to attend the event! Details are as follows: *Date: 4 September 2017 (Monday)* *Time: 1830 (Registration and networking reception) Venue: The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore * *Price: S$50 (only for current students studying at Imperial College London) * For *current students* of Imperial College London, please *register** *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…>* *by 15 August 2017* if you would like to attend the event. I hope to see you there at the Gala Dinner! Your humbled President, Benjamin **Please note: you need not register on the ICAAS website if you use the above link as we will be submitting your registration details on your behalf directly to ICAAS before the deadline. If you have already registered on the ICAAS website, we would appreciate it if you could register with us as well.* 3. UKBound 2017 Can’t wait to join a fresh and new event? Look no further! Surprise Surprise! This year, the newly revamped UKBound will be a gala party; a night of mingling and bonding, complete with *buffet-style dinner* and filled with games and performances to facilitate friendly interaction between different UK universities. Come September 2017, UKBound will be held at a unique venue (*ON A BOAT!*) and is all set to rock your world. Celebrate your last few weeks in Singapore with old and newly-forged friendships - it’s *BOUND to be a blast* ! Details are as follows: *Date: 2 September 2017 (Saturday) Time: 1900 - 2300* *Venue: Stewords Riverboat (Click HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> for Virtual Tour) * *Address: 31 Marina Coastal Drive, Berth 1, Marina South Pier, Singapore 018988 Price: S$30 (Early Bird)/ S$33 (Regular) * *Ticket includes dinner and a S$10-worth drinks coupon Mark the date on your calendars for sign-ups will open soon! We would also like to take this opportunity to reach out to our alumni for sponsorship. UKBOUND is a great platform for you to reach out to Singaporeans from various UK universities and *if you are interested in becoming a sponsor*, please contact us at eventsofficer2(a)ic-singsoc.net or +65 91560104 <+65%209156%200104>! Your party-ready Events Officers, Huang Guan and Hua Chong 4. Ski Trip 2017 Hey everyone!!! I hope all of you are coping well with the summer heat. If you are already missing winter, here’s something freezingly exciting to look forward to this coming winter holiday! The annual ICSS ski trip details are now out, and specially arranged to ensure you have a splendid winter holiday! This year, ICSS will be heading to the slopes of Tignes for a week of fun, snow and excitement! The package includes return transport via coach, daily buffet-style meals, UCPA accommodation and much more! Details are as follows: *Date: 16 – 23 December 2017 (Saturday – Saturday) (Coach to depart ICL on 15th night) Venue: Tignes Ski Resort Price: £549 (+ £5 for non-ICSS members)* Don’t worry if it’s your first time skiing or snowboarding, because the huge variety of slopes (access to both Tignes and Val d’lsere included; how worth is that!) and instruction lessons for all skill levels will definitely prepare you well to brave the slopes and get some cool videos of yourself. Feeling excited about the trip already? You can immediately sign up *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…>* based on a first come first serve basis (ICSS members are given priority), and you will be one step closer to your dream winter holiday. More details will be released at a later date, so stay tuned for more freezing updates. Do feel free to email me at vicepresident(a)ic-singsoc.net if you have any questions. Hang in there, it’s only 5 more months to winter! Hope to see you on the slopes then! Your missing-the-cold Vice President, Douglas 5. Major Event Seniors' Sign-ups Hi everyone! Summer’s just begun and I’m sure everyone’s having a wonderful time. Well, here’s something to get you even more excited for the end of the holidays – the preparations for our next Major Event have begun! First off, I’d like to thank everyone who submitted such great script ideas for the upcoming show. It’s been a tough decision to make and it was great to see so much enthusiasm and creativity from the get-go :) Next up, I’m super excited to be able to announce the members who have joined the Creative Team so far to help us put this show on the road. We have *Shiyao Ke* as our music director, *Joshua Chan* and *Trina Ng* as our chorale directors, *MiQi Lim* and *Yong Shen Tan* as our dance directors and *Eugene Kwa* as our scriptwriter for this year’s play, The Infinite Wallace Young! Here’s an introduction to it in Eugene's own words: “*A musical comedy about a musical comedy; where humour is served meta and the fourth wall is taken as seriously as cancer: it must be destroyed.* *Filled with bizarre twists and absurd scenarios, THE INFINITE WALLACE YOUNG* *is either an admirable post-modernistic exploration of reality and truth – or just lazy writing. You decide. (Or do you?)*” Looking forward to seeing how things will play out? Get a chance to see the story unfold first-hand by signing up to take part in Major Event! *Registration is now open* and you can *fill up the form* *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…>* . Even if you’ve already expressed interest in signing up verbally, please do fill up the form for our record and contact purposes. If you have any questions at all, feel free to talk to me or anyone on the creative team, or alternatively drop me an email at majorevent(a)ic-singsoc.net We can’t wait to welcome you back to our Major Event family!!! Your super-excited-for-next-Feb-already MEO, Rasika 6. AIG Insurance Hi everyone! Oh wow, it's a second message from me in this edition of the Kaya and Toast Times - but that's a good thing because it means we've got lots in store for you! Here's a reminder that ICSS is partnering with AIG again this year to give you a *10% discount* on your Student Assist insurance premiums. To qualify for this discounted rate, your applications need to be submitted via ICSS. You should have already received a couple of emails from me over the past few months with the application form and submission instructions, so if you have yet to receive any information about this, please drop me an email at president(a)ic-singsoc.net and I will send you the necessary details! The *submission deadline is 25 August*, so please take note! Do feel free to reach out to me via email should you have any questions! Meanwhile, enjoy the rest of your summer break! Your bargain-hunting President, Benjamin Imperial College Singapore Society Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, United Kingdom To unsubscribe from this newsletter, click here <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> . To unsubscribe completely from the ICSS mailing list, click here <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> . [image: Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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The Kaya & Toast Times - Issue 14/2017
by Tricia Teo 15 Jul '17

15 Jul '17

<http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> Digest Hey everyone! I hope you are enjoying the holidays and finding time to take breaks! Our *Pre-Departure Talk *is held *today*! If you can't wait to share your overseas experiences with our incoming batch of freshers, head down to *Furama Riverfront, Venus Ballroom I* and join us during the *course mingling session* *at 1530. *If you are an *ex-Masters student*, do join us too! More details can be found below. *Imperial College Alumni Association of Singapore* will be organising a *Gala Dinner* at *The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore* on *4 September 2017 *in celebration of their 40th Anniversary! Registration begins at *1830*. Join in to rekindle friendships and make new friends! Look forward too to a dialogue session - In Conversation with DPM Teo Chee Hean. More details on the event details and ticket prices can be found below. Click *HERE* <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> to *register by 15 August 2017*! Melting in the sweltering heat? Already missing winter? Join us for the annual *ICSS Ski Trip *held at the *Tignes Ski Resort* from* 16 - 23 December 2017*! For *£549 (+£5 for non-ICSS members)*, you will get return transport via coach, daily buffet-style meals, UCPA accommodation and much more! No experience is required! *Sign up* *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> *now! Stay tuned for more updates and feel free to email vicepresident(a)ic-singsoc.net for any queries. But before winter...looking for something different this summer? Look no further! We present to you the *newly revamped* *UKBound*! Come *2 September 2017*, from *1900 - 2300*, get set to step foot on board *Stewords Riverboat *for UKBound's maiden voyage as a *gala party*! For *$30 (Early Bird)/ $33 (Regular)*, you will enjoy a night of mingling, buffet-style dinner, games and performances! To all *alumni who are interested in sponsoring *us, please contact us at eventsofficer2(a)ic-singsoc.net or +65 91560104 <+65%209156%200104>! See you at PDT! Your exhilarated Secretary, Tricia *"Look for something positive in each day, even if some days you have to look a little harder." * Content 1. Pre-Departure Talk 2017 <#m_401297500238269198_1> 2. ICAAS 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner <#m_401297500238269198_2> 3. Ski Trip 2017 <#m_401297500238269198_3> 4. UKBound 2017 <#m_401297500238269198_4> 1. Pre-Departure Talk 2017 Hey everyone! Wondering who the incoming freshers are? Excited to share your overseas experiences with them? Or can’t wait to warn them of the challenges of your course? This is a friendly reminder that our Pre-Departure Talk will be held *today*! Details are as follows: *Date: 16 July 2017 (Sunday) Time: 1400 - 1700 (Registration begins at 1330, Course mingling begins at 1530) Venue: Furama Riverfront, Venus Ballroom I Address: 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633 Location Map: http://www.furama.com/riverfront/Location/Map <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> Attire: Smart Casual* *Do come at 1530* if you will only be joining us for the *course mingling session*! See you at PDT! Your no-longer-a-fresher Secretary, Tricia 2. ICAAS 40th Anniversary Gala Dinner Hi everyone! I hope everyone is having an enjoyable summer break! On behalf of the Imperial College Alumni Association of Singapore (ICAAS), I would like to publicise the upcoming Gala Dinner organised in celebration of ICAAS' 40th Anniversary. Established in 1977, ICAAS was founded with the objective to further the interests of graduates/past students of Imperial College in Singapore. It has grown over the years into a strong network of professionals, bonded by friendships forged since college days in the United Kingdom. This year, we are privileged to have ICAAS Patron, Deputy Prime Minister and Co-ordinating Minister for National Security, Mr Teo Chee Hean, gracing the event as our Guest-of-Honour. The Gala Dinner will feature a dialogue session - *In Conversation with DPM Teo Chee Hean* - where DPM Teo will speak on *Science & Innovation* as our next engine of economic growth. We hope you will join us at this celebration to rekindle friendship with old pals or make new acquaintances with fellow Imperial College graduates. Details are as follows: *Date: 4 September 2017 (Monday)* *Time: 1830 (Registration and networking reception) Venue: The Fullerton Hotel, Singapore * *Ticket Categories* *ICAAS Life and Ordinary (2017) members @ S$100 per person Current Imperial College students @ S$50 per person Non-member friends and guests @ S$150 per person* *Imperial College graduates who are non-ICAAS member can sign up for ICAAS Ordinary membership at S$36 (annual) or Life membership at S$300 (one time) when registering to enjoy the subsidised member's rate of S$100. Do click *HERE* <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> to register by 15 August 2017! We look forward to seeing you at the event! Your loving President, Benjamin 3. Ski Trip 2017 Hey everyone!!! I hope all of you are coping well with the summer heat. If you are already missing winter, here’s something freezingly exciting to look forward to this coming winter holiday! The annual ICSS ski trip details are now out, and specially arranged to ensure you have a splendid winter holiday! This year, ICSS will be heading to the slopes of Tignes for a week of fun, snow and excitement! The package includes return transport via coach, daily buffet-style meals, UCPA accommodation and much more! Details are as follows: *Date: 16 – 23 December 2017 (Saturday – Saturday) (Coach to depart ICL on 15th night) Venue: Tignes Ski Resort Price: £549 (+ £5 for non-ICSS members)* Don’t worry if it’s your first time skiing or snowboarding, because the huge variety of slopes (access to both Tignes and Val d’lsere included; how worth is that!) and instruction lessons for all skill levels will definitely prepare you well to brave the slopes and get some cool videos of yourself. Feeling excited about the trip already? You can immediately sign up *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…>* based on a first come first serve basis (ICSS members are given priority), and you will be one step closer to your dream winter holiday. More details will be released at a later date, so stay tuned for more freezing updates. Do feel free to email me at vicepresident(a)ic-singsoc.net if you have any questions. Hang in there, it’s only 6 more months to winter! Hope to see you on the slopes then! Your missing-the-cold Vice President, Douglas 4. UKBound 2017 Can’t wait to join a fresh and new event? Look no further! Surprise Surprise! This year, the newly revamped UKBound will be a gala party; a night of mingling and bonding, complete with *buffet-style dinner* and filled with games and performances to facilitate friendly interaction between different UK universities. Come September 2017, UKBound will be held at a unique venue (*ON A BOAT!*) and is all set to rock your world. Celebrate your last few weeks in Singapore with old and newly-forged friendships - it’s *BOUND to be a blast* ! Details are as follows: *Date: 2 September 2017 (Saturday) Time: 1900 - 2300* *Venue: Stewords Riverboat (Click HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> for Virtual Tour) * *Address: 31 Marina Coastal Drive, Berth 1, Marina South Pier, Singapore 018988 Price: $30 (Early Bird)/ $33 (Regular) * *Ticket includes a $10 worth drinks coupon We would also like to take this opportunity to reach out to our alumni for sponsorship. UKBOUND is a great platform for you to reach out to Singaporeans from various UK universities and *if you are interested in becoming a sponsor*, please contact us at eventsofficer2(a)ic-singsoc.net or +65 91560104 <+65%209156%200104>! Your party-ready Events Officers, Huang Guan and Hua Chong Imperial College Singapore Society Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, United Kingdom To unsubscribe from this newsletter, click here <http://union.us9.list-manage2.com/unsubscribe?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> . To unsubscribe completely from the ICSS mailing list, click here <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> . [image: Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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The Kaya & Toast Times - Issue 13/2017
by Tricia Teo 01 Jul '17

01 Jul '17

<http://union.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> Digest Hey everyone! Congrats! The summer break is here! I'm sure it's been a challenging yet rewarding year for many of us. With our hearts filled with memories of life abroad, it's now time for most of us to return to our sunny island home and indulge in those hawker food :) If you can't wait to share your overseas experiences with our incoming batch of freshers, head down to *Furama Riverfront, Venus Ballroom I* and join us during the *course mingling session* of our *Pre-Departure Talk* on *16 July 2017 (Sunday)*! Course mingling begins at *1530. *All are welcome! Simply click *HERE* <http://union.us9.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> to register. If you are an *ex-Masters student*, do join us too! More details can be found below. Enjoy the long summer break and see you at PDT 2017! Your food-cravings-satisfied Secretary, Tricia *"Enjoy the little things in life because one day you will look back and realise they were the big things." * Content 1. Seniors Registration for Pre-Departure Talk <#m_-7201370175386455170_1> 1. Seniors Registration for Pre-Departure Talk Hey everyone! Wondering who the incoming freshers are? Excited to share your overseas experiences with them? Or can’t wait to warn them of the challenges of your course? *All are welcome* to join us at Pre-Departure Talk 2017! Details are as follows: *Date: 16 July 2017 (Sunday) Time: 1400 - 1700 (Registration begins at 1330, Course mingling begins at 1530) Venue: Furama Riverfront, Venus Ballroom I Address: 405 Havelock Road Singapore 169633 Location Map: http://www.furama.com/riverfront/Location/Map <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> Attire: Smart Casual* We would appreciate if you could join us during the *course mingling section* of our programme to interact with freshers entering your course. If you are an *ex-Masters student*, do join us too to share your experiences with the batch of incoming Masters students. Please fill in the registration form *HERE <http://union.us9.list-manage1.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…>* if you will be attending the talk and see you at PDT 2017! Your no-longer-a-fresher Secretary, Tricia Imperial College Singapore Society Imperial College London, London SW7 2AZ, United Kingdom To unsubscribe from this newsletter, click here <http://union.us9.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&id…> . To unsubscribe completely from the ICSS mailing list, click here <http://union.us9.list-manage2.com/track/click?u=d91a1cb130f12317830464586&i…> . [image: Email Marketing Powered by MailChimp] <http://www.mailchimp.com/monkey-rewards/?utm_source=freemium_newsletter&utm…>

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