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A YEAR OF CELEBRATIONS AND ACHIEVEMENTS |
The launch of the TP35 logo marked the start of Temasek Polytechnic’s 35th anniversary celebrations. Three dynamic lines representing TP’s Mission, Vision, and Values form a track-inspired “35”, symbolising TP’s forward momentum and continued journey of progress and growth alongside its students, staff, partners, and the wider community. Throughout the year, vibrant TP35-themed events brought together students, staff, alumni, and partners to commemorate TP’s journey, achievements, and community spirit.
TP35 Dinner & Dance
A spectacular evening of colour, creativity and celebration brought TP staff together in imaginative interpretations of the “35” theme, which lit up the ballroom.
From lively performances to exciting lucky draw moments, the celebration was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and unforgettable TP memories.
The evening also marked a symbolic leadership transition as the TP Family bid a fond farewell to Mr Peter Lam after a decade at the helm and warmly welcomed TP’s new Principal & CEO, Mr Patrice Choong.
TP35 X-Challenge Run
More than 1,300 students, staff, alumni, and members of the public took on leisure and fitness challenge routes around TP and Bedok Reservoir before enjoying carnival games, food treats, and vibrant live performances by Temasek Arts Centre CCA groups.
Campus Care Network (CCN) Day (35-hour Edition)
TP’s signature campus-wide biannual fundraising event featured a special 35-hour TP35 edition, as part of its November 2025 run.
The event also welcomed our valued partners from APSN, MINDS and Singapore Fashion Runway, who joined the TP community in bringing the spirit of giving to life.
Over the year, two CCN fairs were organised. Alongside other donations, TP’s CCN Fund raised over S$50,000 in 2025 to support students in financial need.
For more TP35 information and initiatives, visit www.tp.edu.sg/tp35
2025 also marked a sweet spot for TP’s School of Applied Science, as they celebrated their 25th anniversary. In commemoration of this milestone, TP’s Bistro Lab team, together with students from the Diploma in Food, Nutrition & Culinary Science, secured a Singapore Book of Records title for the “Largest Cake Mosaic Display.”
Measuring 1.9m by 5.5m, this mouthwatering “ASC25” cake mosaic was created by staff and students using more than 460 six-inch Low GI, no-sugar-added, higher-protein chocolate cakes. The initiative also served a meaningful community purpose, with approximately 300 cakes sold and final proceeds of S$4,730 donated to Hao Ren Hao Shi Ltd.
Serving up a winning recipe, future chefs Xaeus Yong, Aaric Poon, and Joanne Koong from TP’s Diploma in Culinary & Catering Management emerged as Overall Champions at the Food Hotel Malaysia Mamee Asian Culinary Cup 2025.
Representing the Singapore Junior Chefs Club, the trio competed against top culinary talents from across Asia in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The competition celebrates creativity, teamwork, and culinary innovation through the inventive use of local and sustainable ingredients.
Fuelling their drive for innovation, a multidisciplinary team of students from TP’s School of Engineering raced to an impressive second-place finish at the Shell Eco-marathon 2026 in Doha, Qatar. Competing in the Urban Concept Hydrogen Fuel Cell category, the team designed, built, and raced TP’s energy-efficient hydrogen fuel cell car at the Lusail International Circuit, translating rigorous technical training into real-world engineering performance.
Shining a spotlight on trailblazing women in tech, the Singapore 100 Women in Tech List celebrates inspiring women in Singapore who are shaping the industry through meaningful contributions. This year, TP proudly celebrates Ms Mandy Mak, Deputy Director of TP’s School of Informatics & IT, for her impactful work in digital innovation, technology education, and workforce development.
Adding to the celebration, three TP alumni also shone under the event’s Singapore Girls in Tech 2025 category, which honours 25 young women harnessing technology to create positive change in their communities. They are:
Natalie Kirana Cher
Diploma in Big Data & Analytics
Class of 2025
Natalie is a strong advocate for data literacy among youths and communities. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Business Analytics at the National University of Singapore (NUS).
Theodora Lee
Diploma in Information Technology
Class of 2025
Theodora inspires young women to pursue pathways in ICT and champions a future shaped by innovation and inclusivity. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computing in Computer Science at NUS.
Tan Jin Yan
Diploma in Applied Artificial Intelligence
Class of 2025
Jin Yan is passionate about building more inclusive technology ecosystems through applied ICT projects and initiatives. She is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Computing in Computer Science at NUS.
Putting purpose into design, Xandrea Alfie Isa from TP’s Diploma in Communication Design emerged as the winner of the President’s Challenge Logo Design Competition, standing out from over 150 entries submitted by students from the polytechnics, Institutes of Technical Education, and the University of the Arts Singapore.
Her winning design, Guided by the Heart, creatively reimagines the letters “P” and “C” as a continuous loop, symbolising a community rising together through unity, care, and purpose. Now the official logo of the President’s Challenge, the design represents a national movement that rallies Singaporeans to build a more caring and cohesive society through volunteerism, multiracialism, and cross-cultural appreciation.
Flying the TP flag high, our students delivered a stellar performance at WorldSkills Singapore 2025, clinching 10 Gold, eight Silver, and eight Bronze medals, along with six Medallions for Excellence. Their outstanding showing also earned TP its highest-ever representation at WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025, with 10 students selected to represent Singapore across six skill areas.
On the regional stage, Team Singapore achieved its second-strongest showing at WorldSkills ASEAN Manila 2025, clinching 20 medals in total. TP students played a key role in this success, bringing home three Gold and one Bronze medals, as well as three Medallions for Excellence — TP’s best-ever result at the regional competition. Our winners were:
Gold Medal
Autonomous Mobile Robotics Category (Team Event)
- Ray Chu (left)
Diploma in Computer Engineering - Esben Mong (right)
Diploma in Biomedical Engineering
Gold Medal
Fashion Technology Category
- Lim Jia Zhen
Diploma in Apparel Design & Merchandising
Gold Medal
Web Technologies Category
- Keira Koh
Diploma in Information Technology
Bronze Medal
Fashion Technology Category
- Jermaine Tham
Diploma in Apparel Design & Merchandising
Medallion for Excellence
Cooking Category
- Keith Low
Diploma in Culinary & Catering Management
Medallion for Excellence
Cooking Category
- Nayan Lin
Diploma in Culinary & Catering Management
Medallion for Excellence
Electronics Category
- Jonathan Woo
Diploma in Computer Engineering
The Lee Hsien Loong Interactive Digital Media Smart Nation Award celebrates innovation, recognising student projects that harness technology to create meaningful impact and improve lives. This year, TP proudly celebrates the following recipients:
Peng Wui Sheng (left) and Emmanuel Tjan (right)
Diploma in Biomedical Engineering
Project Title: Stroke Rehabilitation Electronic Tool and Software
Bringing therapy into play, this rehabilitation system supports stroke recovery via a sensor-equipped therapy ball paired with an interactive online game. Its web portal also enables doctors and caregivers to remotely track patient performance and rehabilitation progress.
Chng Jing
Diploma in Product & Industrial Design
Project Title: SENS
Paving a simpler way to learn Braille, this intuitive platform turns lessons for visually impaired children into a multi-sensory experience through touch, sound and scent. Its integrated parent interface also helps parents monitor their child’s progress and developmental milestones.
The annual MOE Innergy Awards celebrate innovative ideas that transform learning, teaching, and work processes across the education sector. Our TP colleagues recognised this year include:
From TP's School of Engineering (left to right): Zhou Hong, Ezra Pang, Christopher Khong, Rick Png Jian Cheng, Kyawt Kyawt Khaing, Sherly Chiech, Tan Hock Soon, Chris Lau, Ivan Goh and Tan Cheng Khoon (Team Lead)
Innergy (Academic) Gold
Project Title: Enhancing Teaching & Learning
– A Roleplay Platform with Generative AI-driven Digital Humans
Roleplay training comes to life with this scalable AI-powered platform, making immersive learning more accessible, personalised and engaging. With no-code content creation and AI-driven assessments, educators can easily build realistic scenarios, deliver targeted feedback and spark deeper learner engagement.
From TP's School of Engineering (left to right): Ho Peng Ching, Chang Hark Loong, Simon Gani, Mary Joseph Sojan and Philip Tan (Team Lead)
Innergy (Academic) Silver
Project Title: Personalised Learning: The Portable Trainer Board (PTB) – A Mobile Lab Anytime & Anywhere
Bringing the lab closer to learners, the PTB bridges online lessons with hands-on practice through flexible remote laboratory sessions and practical skill development.
By widening lab access and easing resource constraints, the PTB strengthens students’ skills and learning experience effectively.
From left to right: Ke Xiaobing, Gao Yong, Cleta Milagros Acebedo (Team Lead) (IT Services), Ho Li Chin, Nami Imanishi (School of Informatics & IT) and David Wang (IT Services)
Innergy (Work Processes) Silver
Project Title: DATA+ Empowering A Data-Driven Culture
Powering a stronger data culture, this initiative equips TP staff with data and AI capabilities through hands-on projects, mentorship, and real-world case learning.
It also sharpens decision-making through dashboards and predictive analytics, while encouraging self-directed learning, closing skill gaps, and helping staff stay future-ready in a data-driven landscape.
From TP’s Temasek SkillsFuture Academy
Back (left to right): Raymond Chuang, Noor Faridah A Rahim, Johnson Ng (Team Lead) & Josephine Yee
Front (left to right): Mardhiana Binte Fajar Ali and Lim Yan Shan
Not pictured: Angie Goh and Joanna Chia
Innergy (Work Processes) Bronze
Project Title: CET Nexus: Pioneering the Future of Learning and Administration
Powering smoother CET journeys, this AI-driven system streamlines course setup, enrolment, and payment processes. By reducing manual work and automating enquiries and refunds, it boosts operational efficiency and delivers a more seamless CET student experience.
From TP's School of Design (left to right): Vaanathi Rajandran (Team Lead), Yeoh Pang Jin and Sasha Fong
Innergy (Academic) Commendation
Project Title: Innovative Design for Wellness: Empowering the Next Generation
Putting design thinking into action, the National Design Project empowered youths from primary to pre-university levels to tackle real-world wellness challenges with creativity and purpose. Through industry mentorship and iterative learning, the initiative sharpened their problem-solving skills while nurturing a design-centric mindset.
From TP's School of Design (left to right): Irene Kencana Wikanta, Ameer-Alrasyeed Bin Ramdan (Team Lead), Julius Pang and Ivy Teo
Innergy (Academic) Commendation
Project Title: Converse Canvas – Reimagining Student Engagement Through Guided Dialogue
Sparking richer conversations, this innovative tool brings meaningful dialogue, peer learning, and personal growth to life through structured discussions. By encouraging reflection and open exchanges, the project builds critical thinking, emotional intelligence, and interpersonal skills while nurturing a more supportive learning environment.
Kalyankumar Subramaniyan (Kumar) from TP's IT Services
Outstanding Innovator
Turning bold ideas into smarter solutions, Kumar exemplifies the spirit of innovation behind TP’s Outstanding Innovator Award. By developing AI Assistants powered by Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), he has enriched learning experiences, streamlined workflows, unlocked cost savings, and shown how AI can create meaningful impact across the TP community.
In addition, two TP staff were honoured at the Public Sector Transformation Awards 2025 for their exemplary contributions to continuous learning and innovation.
Dr Amaladoss Anburaj (Raj)
Exemplary SkillsFuture @ Public Service Award Recipient
Driven by a passion for continuous growth, Dr Raj from TP’s School of Applied Science received this award for his outstanding commitment to lifelong learning and skills development.
His pursuit of knowledge has enabled him to master advanced diagnostic techniques, including CRISPR-based assays, and infuse these emerging skills into the School’s curriculum development.
Ms Cathy P. Sagun
Exemplary Innovation Award Recipient
Bringing Biomedical Engineering learning into sharper focus, Cathy from TP’s School of Engineering championed the use of Augmented Reality (AR) to transform how students experience complex laboratory concepts.
Her work brought these concepts to life through immersive AR simulations, strengthened hybrid learning, supported uninterrupted education, and advanced sustainability and healthcare innovation through industry collaborations and applied research.
