NTU Sociological Society

Prof Kwok's lect-debate

2010-10-19T12:09:00.004+08:00

On "The Trouble with 'Idealism': (Weberian) Reflections on Intellectual Vocation and Moral Reasoning"UPDATES:Hi guys (:There are some changes to the programs. Please view the updated flyer below.And if possible, do rsvp! Thanks (:The soci buffet will be replaced by a High Tea which starts at 5pm (:COME EARLY TO EAT! :DThe soci bbq will be held later in the year or early next sem. We will be

NTUSS By-Elections Voting and Candidates' Profile!

2010-10-10T18:09:00.005+08:00

Dear NTUSS Members,The candidates for the by-elections are out!They are as follows:Co - PresidentGabriel LeeGabriel is a 3rd Yr Sociology Major who intends to serve as a Co-President in the 3rd EXCO. He believes in serving the student body - sociology majors in particular. Gabriel has served in the 2nd NTUSS EXCO as the Welfare Officer, in addition to being a Welfare sub-committee member in the

NTUSS By-Elections 2010

2010-10-08T11:23:00.002+08:00

We are still looking for passionate and interested parties to join the NTUSS Main Committee!Positions available:1) Co - President2) Honorary General Secretary3) Treasurer4) Business Manager5) Welfare Secretary6) Head Projects Co-ordinator7) Publicity OfficerInterested parties, please e-mail your enquiries to ntusselect@gmail.com, or contact Priscilla at 81220257.Do not miss the opportunity this

NTUSS Elections Results 2010!

2010-10-08T10:56:00.007+08:00

Results of NTUSS Elections 2010!Thank you all for your support in casting the vote!YOUR NEW COMMITTEE MEMBERS:Co - President: Gillian Seetoh"I see the Sociological Society as an avenua to showcase the practical aspects of Sociology, in terms of its application in society, and also as a platform for cross faculty discussions, as a means to understand social issues from various viewpoiints, so as

Annual General Meeting 10/11

2010-10-05T08:15:00.001+08:00

Dear members, NTUSS is having their Annual General Meeting soon, and all members are invited to attend. Come and see the new committee members and hang around with members across the years – from juniors to seniors. There will be light refreshments as well! Details: 13th October 2010 from 6:45pm – 9:00pm @ HSS Student Lounge We hope to see you there!!

NTUSS 3rd Executive Committee Elections!

2010-09-29T23:36:00.001+08:00

Its that time of year again, when the “old guards” hung their shoes up after their much hard work and service. But it is not without losing a part of themselves, a self that is formed and constructed out of the very members who constitute the very foundation of the society. Alas, the time has arrived for the new generation of passionate individuals to spearhead the society towards even greater

Welcome Back to School!

2010-09-06T17:10:00.006+08:00

Hello and welcome to a brand new academic year. The NTU Sociological Society will be entering its third year and has prepared a foray of upcoming events in our calendar for the Division as well as to all NTUSS members. We have recently introduced ourselves to our lively bunch of Sociology Freshmen and since we are now a year older, we would like to welcome a new group of students to take the

Convocation Party 2010

2010-07-22T09:01:00.001+08:00

Calling all graduating seniors from the class of ‘2010!! We have arranged a special convocation party just for you!! Refreshments & Wine will be provided, and we have a on-the-scene instant photo “booth” (Polaroid) to capture those last minute memories. The faculty members, and professors will be present, and we hope to see you there at this special event.

Honorary "Last Lecture" from Beloved NTU Professor Geoffrey Benjamin

2010-06-01T09:59:00.006+08:00

Dear teachers, students and friends,Dr Geoffrey Benjamin has been a much respected teacher of sociology, a beloved mentor and colleague to many. Dr. Benjamin turns 70 years this year and will officially retire from formal teaching this June. In the spirit of respect and learning, students and faculty of the Division of Sociology at NTU are organising a special commemorative event to celebrate Dr

Winners of the Competitions!!

2010-03-27T12:36:00.002+08:00

Here are the winners of the competitions!! SOCIGRAPHY COMPETITION Jeremy Chua's - Best Photo by the Panel of Judges Mak CuiJuan Ashley "Pastime" - Most Popular Photo on Facebook PROJECT PRAXIS SOCI-TEE COMPETITION Mohamed Rushdy Hakam - Most Popular Design Chia Wan Ping - First Runner Up For a re-cap of all the pictures and the winners themselves, here’s the slides:

Socigraphy and Project Praxis updates!

2010-03-22T00:45:00.009+08:00

This is so exciting! The photos are pouring in at the last few minutes, increasing the level of competitiveness of all photos and T-shirt designs submitted for Socigraphy and Project Praxis competitions. Voting Period ends at 12pm, Wednesday 24 March. The judges will be working during the same period. Who will emerge as the winners of the two competitions? Keep a lookout for it. In the mean

the Voting begins Now!

2010-03-17T18:00:00.001+08:00

Socigraphy & Project Praxis in on the move! The first prize ($169 Hallmark Messenger Bag) - Best photo is deliberated by judges involving NTUPVS Committee & Professors. However, the second prize ($129 Hallmark Messenger Bag) - Most popular photo, is based on the number of "Likes" of the photos on Facebook! here’s the link. Socigraphy and Project Praxis T-Shirt Design Submission extended till

Terms & Conditions for both Competitions

2010-03-01T11:16:00.005+08:00

Hey all! Here are the information brief presented during our "Info Sharing Session", as well as the terms and conditions, and lastly, the disclaimer. We wish you all the best for both competitions!! NTUSS Soci-graphy and Project Praxis Competitions Slides Sociological concepts for the competitions – David Rules and Regulations

Soci-graphy & Project Praxis!

2010-02-07T23:19:00.001+08:00

Introducing… 2x NTU-wide competitions!! Socigraphy – Photo-taking competition Project Praxis – Tee-Shirt design Competition Attractive prizes worth $80-$180 stand to be won! Head on down to our booths and register now! show your creative prowess and explore the social wilderness in Singapore. Goodie bags will be given to applicants during an “information sharing session” (once we

Post Social Activism

2010-02-07T23:04:00.001+08:00

We hope that you have enjoyed the various talks and discussions with regard to the multi-faceted approach to activism presented by 4 prominent speakers, who have years of experience and wealth of knowledge in the respective fields. It was a successful event, presented in 2hrs, over a period of 4days, spread over 2 weeks. However, this is just the tip of the iceberg! NTUSS will be bringing you

Social Activism Platform Series

2010-01-14T15:14:00.001+08:00

Jointly organized with various speakers from NGO’s, NTUSS is proud to bring you: The Social Activism Platform Series! Speakers & Venue: >>> 19th Jan: Professor Saidul Islam (NTU) - Socio-Environmental Activism (NTU LT12, North Spine) >>> 21st Jan: Mr. Jolovan Wham (H.O.M.E.) - Migrant workers: Misrepresented, Misunderstood, Mistreated (NTU HSS Seminar room 8) >>> 26dth Jan: Mr. Alex

Farewell picnic for Chee-Han

2009-12-15T13:12:00.002+08:00

The ever-approachable and well-respected Dr. Lim Chee-Han is leaving for Oxford early next year. NTUSS will be organizing a farewell picnic for Chee-Han this Friday 18th December ‘09 at the Marina Barrage’s green turf on the roof! Do bring along some food and a mat to mingle with everyone! Come on down and see you on Friday, 3pm! Click for directions.

Philosophy of Religion Slides!

2009-11-12T18:22:00.000+08:00

Philosophy of Religion

Moral and Existential Philosophy Slides!

2009-11-12T18:20:00.001+08:00

Moral and Existential Philosophy

Voice Recordings from the Philosophy Lecture Series

2009-11-01T13:56:00.001+08:00

As promised, here are the voice recordings from Dr. Lim Chee-Han’s philosophy lecture series. Each link opens a new file, and the downloading of each file, is suggested to be downloaded independently, not simultaneously with other files. This way it will be much faster. http://www.mediafire.com/?nunew3jyn2z http://www.mediafire.com/zgtmyj2mdjy http://www.mediafire.com/?x0u2mizjyyz http:

Pre-Exam Sharing Session

2009-10-30T23:09:00.001+08:00

2-3 weeks more to the exams! Not sure what to expect for the examinations? Feeling stressed? Anxious? Confused? or… over-confident? Come on down, on Wednesday to the Student’s Lounge and spill your questions/queries/opinions on various sociological matters towards the seniors. Get survival tips for exams and what not! It’s a small session dedicated to quenching pre-exam questions on various

Philosophy Series pt 3

2009-10-25T15:05:00.001+08:00

We have a double combo! We will be presenting… the Philosophy of Religion …as well on the same week of the 2nd installation. Don’t miss this last session in our 3-part Philosophy Series! Do note the changes in the venue, date and time! All slides will be uploaded! See you there!

Slides for Philosophy of Science and Social Science Talk

2009-10-22T23:39:00.003+08:00

Philo of Science and Social Science Here's the slides!With permission from Dr. Lim Chee Han.Do join us next Tuesday same time and place for the 2nd installment! :) Cheers!

Philosophy Series pt 2

2009-10-22T01:49:00.001+08:00

NTUSS presents the Philosophy Series. This is the second installment of our 3-part philosophy series conducted by Prof. Chee-Han Lim: Moral Philosophy & Existential Philosophy Once again, its on a first-come-first-served basis and seats are limited. In case you’re wondering, its @ the new Humanities & Social Sciences building located at the south spine. Don’t miss this adventure into the

Philosophy Series pt 1

2009-10-13T20:14:00.001+08:00

NTUSS presents, the Philosophy Series. We will be hosting a 3-series philosophy talk on various weeks to come by our very own, Prof. Chee-Han Lim. The first one is: Philosophy of Science & Social Science It’s a rare opportunity to engage in the the study of general and fundamental problems concerning matters such as existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. It’s on a

2nd Main Committee

2009-10-12T01:50:00.001+08:00

This was due directly after the AGM, however, we held the NTUSS Annual Soci BBQ as an alternative to the freshmen welcome tea first. Thus here goes… Introducing the 2nd Main Committee! Click here

Annual Soci-BBQ!!

2009-09-15T23:38:00.001+08:00

PEOPLE!! MEMBERS!! It’s that time of the year again! We’re organizing a Soci-BBQ just before the term break starts! Head on down and chill-out, where students from all cohorts of sociology “gemeinschaftlich’ize” themselves! There’ll not only be plenty of food, but games, and our very own, brownie toasting ritual! All the Profs’ will be there as well! So head on down and share your opinions

Public Forum 2009

2009-09-05T14:46:00.001+08:00

In an era of telecommunications and international migration, what is the meaning of being a “Singaporean” today? Is “Singaporean” becoming a mere label of citizenship, or does it entail a deeper relationship between one’s sense of self and the nation? As Singapore continues to embark on nation building and welcomes a new wave of immigrants to the country, we ask the important question: how

2nd AGM 09/10

2009-08-29T14:43:00.001+08:00

Dear NTUSS members, please head on down to our Annual General Meeting 09/10 on Thursday, 3rd September @ HSS Student Lounge. Come and listen to the reports from the old committee, brief introduction to the new committee and the transition itself to the next management committee! Food & refreshments will be provided! Your club! Your services! Your student experience!

Election Results

2009-08-27T18:20:00.002+08:00

Thanks everyone for coming down to place your vote. We are pleased to announce the election results for NTUSS 2nd Management Committee!Co-Presidents:Kao Peixin Jamie: 41.9% (Elected)Nguyen Thi Gia Hoang: 32.3% (Elected)Jamie Chen Siya: 22.6%Hon. Gen. Secretary:Nui Zhao Qi Priscilla: 68.1% (Elected)Treasurer:Adam Imran Abdeali: 65.3% (Elected)Head Project Coordinator:Gillian Seetoh: 61.1% (Elected

Voting Day

2009-08-25T17:04:00.003+08:00

The time for the 2nd Main Management Committee to take seat is near! Please check out the profiles of the nominees and cast your vote on voting day!Profile of Nominees27th August, Thursday 9am - 4pmHSS library.Thank you!

Election Matters

2009-08-21T23:57:00.002+08:00

Hi all.Nominees for the 2nd Main Management committee is now listed over at the elections section of this site. All election matters - results etc will also be announced at the said section.Do check it out: ElectionsThank you

Nominations for 2nd Management Committee

2009-08-18T00:20:00.007+08:00

Hello everyone!We are pleased to inform you that recruitment for the 2nd NTUSS Management Committee is now on!NTU Sociological Society is a new and growing society. If you are ready for the fun, the challenges, and want to make a difference, PLEASE JOIN US as a main committee member. It will be your life-time experience (we promise!!!), and not to mention a chance to earn some ECA points too!

CCA Fair 09/10

2009-08-13T22:35:00.001+08:00

Calling out to all non-sociology freshmen & seniors! Since all sociology majors are automatically members of the club, but, this is the chance for everyone who is interested in engaging in social issues, always wondered about the ‘taken-for-granted’ elements/routines in everyday life, and to become aware of social problems around us. Now is the time! Head on down to North Spine @ NTU from

It has begun!

2009-08-10T11:10:00.001+08:00

Yes, the new semester starts tomorrow, and the avalanche of readings, presentations, studying will fall upon your back. Yes, the endless trips to the library, lectures, seminar, and for some, daily long commutes to school. But look on the bright side, it’s only for 5 months. After which it’ll be over. All that studying and no play?, don’t worry! NTUSS will be organizing a few events to cater to

Soci Retreat!

2009-07-29T15:58:00.004+08:00

Hello people, we are here again to present a time for fun games and play exclusively for NTUSS members, before the whole cycle returns. It’s time… people!! Highlight is the barbeque on the first night! But also including twister, frisbee, cycling and many other free and easy activities… ~~ Soci Retreat ~~ Date: 3rd – 5th August (BBQ on 3rd Aug Night!)

Convocation Party ‘09

2009-07-21T13:18:00.001+08:00

Exclusively for future sociologists!! Calling all graduating seniors from Sociology!!! You're invited for this exclusive party held at the new HSS building (beside Chinese Heritage Centre) for a get-together session with the faculty staff of Sociology and tutors. It will be a memorable event served with wine and finger food. We hope to see you there this Friday, 24th July! We’ll have a jolly

School's Out!

2009-05-25T22:12:00.004+08:00

photo by bensonkuaHave a fulfulling break this holiday. And while you're at it, expect an event or two to be held in due time. :)

NTUSS Leisure Games Day =D

2009-04-07T16:29:00.003+08:00

feeling alienated from all the studying?having the pre-exam blues?FRET NOT!tomorrow 8th April 2009 at 6pm, we'll be having our very own Leisure Games Day at the HSS Lounge!we have ol'school games like Monopoly and Uno, other board games, and of course our ALL-TIME FAVOURITE TWISTER!!so what are you waiting for?Join us tomorrow at the HSS Lounge for this short yet fun pre-exam gathering! =)*dress

Seeds of Summer

2009-02-28T00:08:00.003+08:00

SAW Events

2009-02-12T22:35:00.003+08:00

Sociology Awareness Week is coming up very soon. And it is therefore our pleasure to announce the list of events that we will run over a three day period from 16th- 18th Feb.16 FebKnowledge, Power & Discourseby Asst. Prof. Genaro Castro-VazquezWhy is consulting a physician better than a healer? Why do students have to obey teachers? In using examples from daily life, this talk will introduce the

Sociology Awareness Week

2009-02-04T20:01:00.006+08:00

Sociology is the study of society. Okay. We get that. But what is it about society that Sociologists study? What is society anyway? Bewildered? Indeed, Sociology has baffled many of us. To help us understand better what sociology is, NTUSS is proud to organize a Sociology Awareness Week.In this sociology-packed week, we will hold exhibitions, conduct film-screenings, and invite faculty members to

Place your Orders

2009-01-22T14:00:00.002+08:00

Hello all!First of all, we’d like to thank everyone for voting for the t-shirt designs. We also wish to thank those who have provided us with feedbacks and suggestions.And it is thus our pleasure to announce that we will be printing the top three designs - Marx, Durkheim and Cooley. In addition to this, we are also including a mosaic design.(images not drawn to scale)However, to ensure the

SociTee

2009-01-12T00:57:00.002+08:00

Dear all,It has come to the committee's attention that there are some concerns about the suitability of the Socitees as representations of our club and Sociology as a whole.I believe the whole issue may have been caused by a slight misunderstanding and we sincerely apologise for that. The Socitees are not meant to be club T shirts nor are they meant to represent Sociology. The idea for the

SociTee - Vote for your favourite Design!

2008-12-24T21:30:00.040+08:00

Cooley Durkheim Bauman Marx Weber Hegel Weber 2 (click picture to view larger image)UPDATED (7 Jan): 1. Due to some feedbacks that we have received against the existing Weber design, a second version of Weber has been

In the Countryside!

2008-12-12T16:38:00.018+08:00

The Kranji Countryside Fieldtrip was an enjoyable event for the almost 40 of us. The event was a trip to three local farms in Singapore - Hay Dairies Goat Farm, Bollywood Veggies and Qian Hu Fish Farm, in that order.In Hay Dairies, we observed a demonstration of the milking process - done while the goats took their feed. We also learned some interesting things about the goats such as their

Put Your Language On.

2008-12-12T14:27:00.002+08:00

By Nur Liyanah Ali MohamedAbout a week ago I came across an article I considered too funny to be true. I thought that God going out of His way to prove to the world that I was right. I was deliciously happy with the sense of vindication. Madly laughing also. (Should I continue with adjectives here to whet your appetite further?)I remember when I was in primary five or six, the school belle and

A Wink At Singapore: Is Singlish Over-Positive?

2008-11-19T07:08:00.002+08:00

by Nur Liyanah Ali MohamedI had run ins with Singlish the week I got my hair cut into a more petite than average bob. More than four of my fellow Singaporean friends from university and another two Singaporean professionals took a look at me and exclaimed happily, with a tinge of surprise and curiosity, "You cut your hair!" I reacted each time with a toothy, shoulder-shaking, belly-jiggling laugh

Kranji Countryside Fieldtrip!

2008-11-06T21:40:00.010+08:00

The much awaited Kranji Countryside Fieldtrip is here!Take a well deserved breather to Singapore's very own farms and discover organic farming, fish spa treatment (if you want) and see how goats in Singapore are milked. Yes, there are goats in Singapore.Sign up with esther, and let's go on guided tours in three of these farms. You'll get also gifts from the farms. The fieldtrip is on Dec 11 from

ISG games

2008-10-27T23:22:00.003+08:00

Miss the thrill of the competition? feeling alienated from the athlete within you?Look no further, form a team with your friends and join team HSS!NTU Sociological Society in collaboration with HSS Club

Peranakan Discovery!

2008-10-24T14:55:00.009+08:00

(Photos have been uploaded with permission from ACM)October 20th was excellent! Prof. Caroline had organized a trip to the Peranakan Museum and some of us took this opportunity to learn more about a culture that seems to keep on appearing in popular texts but yet, we still can't quite figure out what exactly is "Peranakan." And indeed, after the trip, we now have a better understanding of this

Film Screening: WHEN THE SUN RISES: A TORAJA PRIEST OF THE ANCESTRAL WAY

2008-10-15T23:05:00.003+08:00

Come this 21st October, there wll be a film screening at SPMS LT-3. Assoc Prof Roxana Waterson (Sociology, NUS) will be presenting her recent ethnographic documentary film about her work on the Toraja people of Sulawesi, Indonesia.WHEN THE SUN RISES: A TORAJA PRIEST OF THE ANCESTRAL WAY A video documentary by Roxana Waterson (2007)SynopsisTato' Dena' is a special priest of the Aluk To Dolo ("Way

Peranakan Discovery '08

2008-10-15T07:28:00.000+08:00

Peranakan Discovery '08You know a culture is in need of perservation when there's a museum dedicated to it. The Peranakans - heard of the "those born here", but don't really know what they are about? Here's your chance! Assistant Prof Caroline Pluss has organised a trip, coming monday, to the museum, and arranged for a curator to bring students on a guided tour of Singapore's famous, yet rather

A Personal Story on JBJ

2008-10-08T23:14:00.001+08:00

A Personal Story on JBJby Jamie Chen Siya (SOC/Yr 3)I first got to meet and speak to Mr JBJ 3 years ago. I was on my way to his office to interview his long time friend, Mr Ng Teck Siong for a story. Mr Ng is the Chinese guy always seen accompanying Mr JBJ when he’s out selling books (Mr Ng is my friend’s father) The proposed story was one of my bright ideas that I had for my editor, someone who

How Deep is Your Love?

2008-10-05T01:38:00.000+08:00

First of all, thank you to all who have attended the lecture titled "What is this thing called love?":DFollowing up on the lecture, here is the Passionate Love Scale TestConsider the following and give yourself a score of 1 to 9.(1 point for completely false and 9 points for completely true.Add up your total score and check it against the scale found below, to find out how deep is your love.)1.

What is this thing called love?

2008-10-02T00:28:00.000+08:00

What is love?Is it defined by the fluttering of butterflies in your stomach while you blush and mimic an apple, and smile from ear to ear with a grin so big, so silly that it compares to the crescent moon?Or is it induced by pheromones that create a certain feel-good electrical current throughout your body?Or it is a social construction?What are the different perspectives on this thing called

NTUSS Annual BBQ; an event apt for Durkheimian's theory.

2008-09-21T20:39:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone! I can't believe 19th september has come and pass. And i've to say that the bbq was a huge success..three cheers for the committees planning efforts! :) Without further ado, i'm here to bring you back to when (&where) it all started...1st Sept 2006 we were young and new to the school BUT prof london has done his part in bringing us together! appreciate his effort in organizing the

China's food scare and application of Gidden's modernity

2008-09-21T13:00:00.000+08:00

I posted this in our new facebook group http://www.new.facebook.com/group.php?gid=27107809513 :Paradox of life: China food scare, globalisation and transformation of intimacy.I think what he said is really quite true, but the recent milk scare can be viewed in this way, or by looking at how people reacted.I'm attempting to do a sociological analysis, but it's obvious that I'm still an amatuer.

WELCOMING... THE NEW COMMITTEE :)

2008-09-20T00:42:00.000+08:00

Annual Sociology Barbeque!

2008-09-15T12:24:00.000+08:00

That's right people. The annual Sociology Barbeque is here again!Free food, drinks and games for all! We will have our Brownie-Toasting too!In light that it is still Ramadan for our Muslim counterparts, we will only be serving the BBQ food after 7 p.m. Light refreshments and snacks are available prior to that. The programme is as follows: 6.30pm: Start Fire7.15pm: Brownie Toasting7.30-8.30pm:

What Makes A Person Beautiful?

2008-09-04T20:52:00.000+08:00

The MissionThe TagsThe ResultI'll spare my attempts at analysing the results and instead, suggest some questions that we can all think about before going to bed....1. What accounts for the different choices that people have about what makes a person beautiful?2. Which box would you have put your tag into and why have you made such a choice?3. Do you think NTUSS can hold such an exhibition? :p[

NTUSS ELECTIONS RESULTS!

2008-09-01T22:59:00.000+08:00

INTRODUCING NTUSS's1st MAIN MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE!!Co-Presidents: Jason Boh Guo Liang & Lee Kui Bao Honorary General Secretary: Ha Pham Doan Trang Treasurer: Jalobi V. Cruz Business Manager: Abdul Rahman Liaison Officer : Jamie Kao Peixin Head Projects Co-ordinator: Esther Chan Ying 'En Welfare Secretary: Lin Huilin Daphne Publicity Manager: Chia Wan Ping

ELECTION DAY!

2008-08-29T20:30:00.000+08:00

Do take note, ELECTION DAY will be on the...1st of SeptemberAnd where do you cast your votes? HSS Student Lounge at S3.1, B3from...9 am to 4pmVote wisely! Do view the profile of our candidates hereSee ya there! :)

AGM and PAARTAY!

2008-08-27T21:18:00.000+08:00

To the good men and women of the Sociology Division (students, profs, tutors and admin staff), join us for a fuss free gathering on Thursday (yes, tomorrow) at the HSS Student Lounge (S3.1, B3) Don't forget! Before the festivities we will have our AGM. :)For the lucky 100 who turn up early, we have a special sure-win lucky dip with attractive prizes to be won! See you there!!!

Updated Elections 08/09

2008-08-18T00:14:00.000+08:00

Hello everyone! Rally day is fast approaching so join us in LT26 on the 21st August, 6.30pm to listen to YOUR potential Main Comm members pitch themselves. For a quick glimpse at the nominees for this year, click on the Elections tab!See you there! Remember! Every vote counts and do make an informed choice. Listen to what these nominees have to say and offer before you cast your votes!

Public Forum: Universities and the Undergraduate: Designing Education for the 21st Century

2008-08-14T20:24:00.000+08:00

What is a ‘world-class university, and are the universities in Singapore well-equipped to achieve that goal?Are the universities in Singapore giving undergraduates the education and research experience they need?Are students adequately encouraged and trained to become thinking adults who are able to offer contributions beyond their fields of specializations to the wider society?NTU Sociological

1st NTUSS Committee Recruitment

2008-08-11T23:25:00.000+08:00

Recruitment for the 1st NTUSS committee is now on! And we are open to all students of NTU. So, regardless of your school, you are eligible to be part of the family. 1. MAIN MANAGEMENT COMMITTEENominations will be held this coming Thursday (14 August 2008), between 9am and 5pm, at the HSS Student Lounge. The following positions are open:CO-PRESIDENT (2 vacancies)HONORARY GENERAL SECRETARY (1

NTUSS Updates

2008-08-08T10:45:00.000+08:00

Hey all!! I trust that the first week of school was manageable? Remember, if you have any questions or problems, do contact us and we will do our very best to tend to your needs!Take note though, our email address is:sociologyntu@yahoo.com.sg We have news too! The SAO has finally allocated us a Tier for the Society (the ranking system used to classify Clubs and Societies in the University).We are

Main Comm Madness

2008-08-03T20:54:00.000+08:00

Given that we are now one big complete family (Year 1 to Masters students!) Tis time to encourage all those interested in helping us make YOUR University life funky and stimulating. The NTUSS will be holding it's inaugural elections in the third week of August.Third week of August you say? That's pretty darn near! Just two weeks away!Yup, it is and we want YOU to be a part of it. If you think you

Welcome Freshmen!

2008-08-02T17:46:00.000+08:00

So the Year 4s are scrambling around to get their thesis proposals done up, Year 3s are having it easy for now, Year 2s are out having fun.... and what about our incoming batch?Well, they had their Orientation programme by the College yesterday and a breakout session with us!What happened in the LKC auditorium, we do not know... we were setting up for the breakout session! The back breaking work

Reconstruct Ideas to Construct Families

2008-07-21T22:05:00.000+08:00

"There are no slogans, just the word ‘family’ at the end of this commercial shot by critically acclaimed Malaysian film-maker Yasmin Ahmad.What happened to the beaming two-parent families and winsome little tykes that laughed and frolicked their way through previous commercials produced by the Ministry of Community Development, Youth and Sports (MCYS)?Singaporeans nowadays have less appetite for

Philosophy + Soccer = ?

2008-07-12T12:50:00.000+08:00

Do you enjoy being drowned in classical theories?Do you enjoy soccer?If your answer is a resounding YES to both, then the following video is definitely for you!(Spoiler Alert!)I am wee bit disappointed that Marx did not cause further 'chaos' to the match. After all, he did champion for change through praxis.Anyway... I wonder how a match between sociologists would turn out to be... We could have

The Wonderful World of phdcomics.com

2008-07-09T16:16:00.000+08:00

(No offense intended towards the students from the Humanities department. I just found this really funny because, well, we DID discuss it once. Rather heatedly over yong tau foo in Can B) I have been a fan of phdcomics (read PhD comics) for the longest time. I first chanced upon it while web surfing in my hall a few years back and spent a grand total of 3 days, back to back, reading strip 1 to

The RA Files... or not?

2008-07-03T16:54:00.000+08:00

Well, technically, there should be an RA file for this month. However, due to the majority of our undergraduates running around in various offices around Singapore for their internships, we thought that we should give them a break from writing and re-writing their entries for The RA Files.Instead, this month we bring to you... updates! Or at least some form of update about what is to come in the

Lelong Lelong Part 2

2008-06-18T13:00:00.000+08:00

Some shameless advertising on our own site... but hey! It's for a good cause!We are constantly raising funds for the activities that we are planning for our members (all Sociology majors by default are members). Further, we aren't charging any membership fees! We understand that as students, we are all on a tight budget and we do not believe in charging you for activities that will enhance,

The RA Files: Nur Liyanah Binte Ali Mohamed

2008-06-18T00:45:00.000+08:00

Wow! It has been a month since this website has been updated and I humbly apologise... Most of us NTUSS folks have been caught up with our internships and it has been a wild ride.So much has happened since the last entry! We had the HSS Tea Party, an upcoming forum to plan, elections election elections (a historic first for the society!) and of course, our internships.Well, we are honoured to

The RA Files: Kelvin Chia

2008-05-04T00:10:00.000+08:00

Greetings!As some of you may know, our students are actively involved in research assistantships and are having quite a blast... So stay tuned for regular updates of what our students are going through!Learn from their experiences and gain insight into the world of a research assistant (aka, the RA). Hopefully, this will spur all you closet research junkies into taking up the possible upcoming RA

Distinguished Lecture Series: Chua Beng Huat

2008-03-01T19:33:00.000+08:00

NTU Sociological Society presents Chua beng Huat in an upcoming lecture, "The Cost of Multiculturalism""In everyday life, the idea of multiracialism has become taken for granted that Singaporeans routinely identified each other in terms without self-reflexivity on the possible racist overtones in such identification. The overall picture is one that is often celebrtated as racial tolerance and

Lelong Lelong: NTUSS Canvassing and Membership Drive '08

2008-02-21T13:50:00.000+08:00

On the 9th of January, the NTUSS protem committee became proud parents of our baby, the NTUSS. As all proud parents are of their newborns, we had to start off with a bang and our very first task? Canvassing for funds and a membership drive on the 16th of February 2008!Through the kind donation of numerous individuals, we accumulated 4 boxes of fiction and non-fiction books, some of which rare

NTUSS Canvassing and Membership Drive

2008-02-17T01:32:00.000+08:00

NTUSS is having its inaugural canvassing and membership drive on the 18th of February 2008 at Canteen A. Do drop by and check us out!We have second hand and rare books on sale for really affordable prices and our very own Sociology badges for sale!By the way, did we also mention that membership is free?So what are you waiting for?See you there!

NTU Sociological Society is now Official

2008-01-09T18:42:00.000+08:00

Good news! Our application for the formation of NTU Sociological Society has been approved by SAO!We are now an officially recognized society!All sociology students are automatically members of the society and students from other faculty are welcomed to join in. The existing Protem Committee members will continue to organize events for the current semester. So, do look out for upcoming

HSS Bash @ The Butter Factory

2007-12-15T10:39:00.000+08:00

HSS FOC "Hangover" Bash"First to Butter, Then to School" Where: The Butter FactoryWhen: 3rd January 2008, ThursdayTime: 9pm till late. Tickets are selling at $14 for early-birds and $16 at the door, inclusive of one drink per ticket.Please contact Delia at 9437 9797 or email hssfoc08@gmail.com for more information.

Guest Lecture by Ms Sylvia Lim

2007-10-25T21:49:00.000+08:00

NTU Sociological Society and the Division of Sociology is proud to present the first of our 'Guest Lecture Series'! *Kindly note that seating starts at 12.20pm and door closes at 12.45pm sharp. Date: 29 Ocotber 2007Time: 12.30-1.30pm Venue : LT24 Plus, stand a chance to win movie tickets!!Hope to see you there!!!

Rendition

2007-10-19T14:27:00.000+08:00

Jake Gyllenhaal, Reese Witherspoon, Alan Arkin, Peter Sarsgaard and Meryl Streep head an all-star ensemble cast in Rendition, a compelling thriller from director Gavin Hood (director of the Academy Award®-winning film, Tsotsi) which takes a provocative look at the complex political issues surrounding the U.S. government’s policy of “extraordinary rendition” - abducting foreign nationals

Film Screening: Invisible City

2007-10-16T23:13:00.000+08:00

NTU Sociological Society and the Division of Sociology is proud to present our first film screening event!(click image to view full size)Date: 25 Oct 2007Time: 12.30pm - 1.30pmVenue: LT 18[UPDATE: Please take note that the venue has changed to LT 18]This event is open to all NTU students.No registration required.The film director Tan Pin Pin will lead a post-film discussion.So be sure to catch

Lions for Lambs

2007-10-15T01:28:00.000+08:00

Official website: http://www.lionsforlambsmovie.com/site.htmlSYNOPSIS Lions for Lambs begins after two determined students at a West Coast University, Arian (Derek Luke) and Ernest (Michael Pena), follow the inspiration of their idealistic professor, Dr. Malley (Robert Redford), and attempt to do something important with their lives. But when the two make the bold decision to join the battle

West Kim: Vision Test

2007-10-06T01:55:00.000+08:00

Awards:1. 2003 Jury's Choice - Black Maria Film Festival2. Jury Award Winner -3rd Annual Media That Matters Film Festival [+/-] See/Hide Awards"This film was was inspired by a study...(that) measured American attitudes toward Chinese Americans and Asian Americans." And it has certainly raised the questions of what makes up America and what makes up an American.I would like to think that the

Thank You!

2007-09-23T01:01:00.000+08:00

http://youtube.com/watch?v=7eKuhWSwAx8credits to Nurul from SOC 06 batch for the video21st Sept was a night to remember. It was a night that marked the birth of NTUSS.Thank You,to all those who have attended and showed your support!Have a marvelous Term Break!

Sociology BBQ 2007

2007-09-15T18:43:00.000+08:00

(click image to enlarge)With the coming of the new cohort, Sociology Division is celebrating her 2nd anniversary! And what better way to do it than with food & movies!We will also be marking the birth of NTUSS.Don't miss this momentous event!

The Campaign to Confer the Public Service Star on JBJ

2007-09-15T14:57:00.000+08:00

(click image to enlarge)The first ever NTUSS gathering!Sign up by 16th Sep!See above advert for more details.

Welcome

2007-09-15T13:47:00.000+08:00

Hello and Welcome!