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tAn KEng YAm
coNferred NUSS
HoNorary MeMberSHip
New SportS & recreatioNal
facilitieS at KrGH
A hAndY gUidE to oUr gUiLd hoUSES
JULY – SEptEmbEr 2010

preSideNt’S MeSSaGe
Dear Members,
The second quarter of the year was another significant period
for the Society.
On April 8, the Society hosted its inaugural annual
Appreciation Night to recognise and celebrate the
outstanding accomplishments and contributions of some
very distinguished members. Dr Tony Tan Keng Yam, a
longstanding member of NUSS and former DPM and Vice
Chancellor of NUS, was conferred the Society’s Honorary
Membership in recognition of his many and distinguished
contributions in public service as well as to NUS and NUSS.
Two special NUSS Awards – the Distinguished Member
Award and the Outstanding Member Award – were launched
at the same event and presented to four outstanding
members, who have selflessly dedicated themselves in
making significant contributions to our Society, alma mater
and the wider community. Long Service Awards were also
presented to 10 of our members who have served in our
Sub-Committees continuously for five or 10 years.
My heartiest congratulations to all the award recipients, and
hope that their achievements will inspire more members to
step forward and serve NUSS and the community at large.
Read about the Appreciation Night and the Awards on page
10 of this issue.
The Society held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on April
27, with over 200 members turning up. I wish to thank
members who attended the AGM for taking the time to
support the Society’s affairs and to share ideas.
The meeting saw eight members elected to the Management
Committee (MC). We had 13 nominations, including four
outgoing MC members (Chong Hoong Sang, Dr Joshua
Kuma, Mohan Balagopal and Yip Kum Fei) seeking reelection.
The eight successful candidates included the four
MC members, together with Darryl Chong, David Ho, Archie
Ong and Dr Francis Pavri.
As we welcome the new faces onboard, I would like to thank
five of my former MC colleagues, Vincent Rasa Benedict,
Lau Kwong Chung, Dr Keith Alan Liew, Ong Pin Sam and
Edward Tay, who stepped down due to personal and work
commitments. NUSS has benefited immensely from their
collective contributions, and I know they will continue to be
involved and contribute in whatever ways they can.
At the end of April, we bid farewell and offered our
appreciation to our outgoing CEO Mr Chao Ye Peng who
helped steer the Society in the past three years, and
welcomed Mr Tong Hsien-Hui as the new CEO on May 1,
2010. Hsien-Hui was Director of Corporate Affairs and New
Media prior to assuming his new position. Please join me in
congratulating him on his well-earned promotion and wishing
him every success.
As part of our Corporate Social Responsibility towards the
environment, I am pleased to share that we have embarked
on some green initiatives aimed at increasing awareness
of our environment and reducing our carbon footprint. This
year’s Annual Report, for example, was produced in CD
format and made available to all members.
The Society recently collaborated with the NUS School of
Design & Environment to establish the NUSS Scholarship for
the Master of Environment Management. Two scholarships,
valued at $12,000 per year, will be awarded to deserving
NUS students enrolled in the course. We also invited
students from the Programme to conduct studies on our
operations at KRGH and suggest ways to reduce our carbon
footprint. More green initiatives planned by the Society can
be found on page 32 of this issue.
And in our ongoing efforts to reach out to younger graduates
and to develop meaningful and enduring partnerships with
our alma mater, NUSS has endowed a sum of $105,000 to
establish the ‘NUSS Medal for Outstanding Achievement’.
The Medal is aimed at recognising achievements beyond
academic excellence and will be presented yearly to
outstanding all-round students from the graduating class of
each of the 14 schools/faculties. Besides having to achieve
at least a Second Class Honours (Upper Division) or a CAP of
at least 4.0 for higher degree, the winner must have proven
track records of active participation in student activities and/
or impactful contributions in community service and voluntary
work, preferably in leadership capacities. Each winner will be
presented with a gold medal and a NUSS membership with
one-year waiver of monthly subscriptions.
As this issue goes to print, the Society will be celebrating the
official opening of its new Sports and Recreation facilities at
KRGH on 26 June 2010, with Professor Tan Chorh Chuan,
President of NUS, as Guest-of-Honour. The event marks
the completion of the entire redevelopment of KRGH and on
behalf of the Management Committee, I would like to express
my heartfelt appreciation to everyone involved for your
invaluable contributions.
I would also like to thank our fellow members for your
patience and kind understanding during the construction
period. I hope you like our new facilities, and I encourage
you to continue giving us your feedback as our teams work
towards addressing the initial teething issues and improving
on the final product.
Thank you.
Johnny Tan
President 01

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Kent ridge guild House
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COMMITTEE MEMBERS
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Rosemary Khoo Ghim Choo (Dr) Joshua VM Kuma (Dr) Chandra Mohan K Nair
Archie Ong Liang-Gay Francis Pavri (Dr) Siva S Retnam
Toh Yong Soon
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Community Care : Archie Ong Liang-Gay
Cultural : Fong Poh Him (Dr)
Disciplinary : Chandra Mohan K Nair
Finance : Wong Peng Meng
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for aNotHer year
aNNUal GeNeral MeetiNG
27 april 2010
It was a lively evening for the Society’s members to appraise
the highlights of the past year and engage in high-spirited
discussions while looking forward to the coming year.
This was the NUSS Annual General Meeting (AGM) that
took place at Kent Ridge Guild House on April 27 2010.
Attended by over 200 members, the event achieved its
objectives of delivering and adopting the 2009 Annual
Report, electing new Management Committee members,
and voting on resolutions.
Chaired by President Mr Johnny Tan, members who
undoubtedly took their Society’s interests to heart, voiced
their opinions or suggestions on various aspects of the
Society’s operation and future directions. Topics ranging
from the use of Guild Houses, Sports and Recreation
activities, and operational costs, to new member recruitment
strategy were all touched on and discussed passionately.
The atmosphere was relaxed, yet focused where differing
opinions were encouraged and expressed respectfully and all
in good spirit.
This tone was maintained when the meeting moved to
discussing the benefits and downsides of the three proposed
Resolutions pertaining to membership transfer, management

of feedback, selection of Sub-Committee members, and
electronic communication, all of which were carried with the
majority voting for them.
A total of 13 members contested for the eight vacancies
in the Management Committee. Coming from various
backgrounds, the candidates offered their visions, missions
and qualifications to those in attendance in the hope of
wooing their votes. Among them was Dr Francis Pavri,
whose campaign message was about having more diverse
topics for the talks that NUSS hold regularly. “There are
so many things happening in the region. We are in a good
position as there are lots of people who work in Science or
History that we can invite,” said the adjunct professor who
will become a new face in the Management Committee
this year. Some members of the outgoing Management
Committee like Mr Chong Hoong Sang also decided to run
again this year. Previously the Chairperson of the House,
Food & Beverage Sub-Committee, Mr Chong shared his
aspiration to complete his work, “I did not have time to
reverse the trend in BTGH (Bukit TImah Guild House). So
my mission in seeking re-election this year is to do so and
make sure we achieve break even at BTGH.” Both Dr Pavri
and Mr Chong were eventually voted into the Management
Committee along with six others.
Although it was all business inside the meeting hall, once
outside, there was a jovial mood all around. Before the
meeting started, members took the opportunity to mingle
over a buffet dinner serving local and international fare, and
then got the chance to do more socialising during two more
well-received breaks where refreshments were also served.
At the close of the meeting shortly after midnight,
Mr Johnny Tan expressed his appreciation to the outgoing
Management Committee members for their excellent work
and contribution, while at the same time extending a warm
welcome to the incoming members of the Committee.
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New MaNaGeMeNt
after tHe exciting electionS, it iS tiMe to Meet SoMe MeMberS of tHe new
ManageMent coMMittee. tHeSe gracioUS MeMberS HaVe taken tiMe off tHeir bUSy
ScHedUleS to introdUce tHeMSelVeS to fellow MeMberS tHroUgH The GraduaTe.
SteppiNG forward
david Ho peNG cHeoNG
Vice-preSident & cHairperSon,
MeMberSHip SUb-coMMittee
Amongst the first generation of local
entrepreneurs, Mr David Ho Peng
Cheong is hardly a stranger to the need
to step up to the plate. An old boy of St
Joseph’s Institution, he had gone on to
pursue a Bachelor of Arts in 1972 and
Bachelor of Sciences (Hons) Economics
1973 at the University of Singapore
before embarking on a career with
Citibank Singapore and establishing his
own company, Windmill International
in 1980. At least one of his sons is a
National University of Singapore (NUS)
alumnus, strengthening the family’s link
to the University.
When asked what led to his running
for the Management Committee, he
recalls loving memories of the four
GiviNG
bacK
darryl cHoNG yi wey
Honorary aSSiStant treaSUrer
years he had at university.
“The friendships made
during campus days have
been enduring and this
is something I cherish
profoundly. I strongly believe NUSS
can and will contribute to making
such friendships possible for all NUS
alumni,” he said. It is this belief that
sustained his service as Management
Committee member in 2000/2001 and
2003/2004.
In his new term as Chairman,
Membership Sub-Committee, Mr Ho
hopes to make NUSS membership
available to most if not all NUS
graduates in one form or another. “At
the core, NUSS must take the lead to
After graduating with a Bachelor in
Business Administration from NUS
(Class of 2000), Darryl joined Hewlett
Packard. Starting off in Trade Marketing,
he moved on to Sales Operations
and Regional Sales, and currently
works as a Treasury Consultant with
the company. Mindful of the need
to constantly upgrade, he went on
to obtain a Masters in Business
Administration from the University of
Chicago Booth School of Business. As
part of this personal approach to lifelong
learning and recognising his capacity
to contribute, he decided to run for the
Management Committee.
With a desire to give back to the
community and on the encouragement
of friends and senior members of
rally all the graduates in Singapore to
stand together and march forward,”
he pointed out.
“Mature graduates should join NUSS
not as a social club but as a form of
commitment and support for their alma
mater. We need them to stand behind
us and to show their support. As for the
younger graduates, this is an excellent
venue to network and appreciate
how much NUS contributes to their
career and family. It is not just about
membership and monthly subscriptions.”
the Society, Darryl looks forward to
making a positive contribution to
NUSS by forging closer bonds among
alumni, current students and the wider
graduate community through common
activities, interactions and joint projects
under the umbrella of the Alumni
Development and University Relations
Sub-Committee. As a member of
the Finance Sub-Committee, he
hopes to help maintain the Society’s
practice of strong and prudent financial
governance and to help enhance
the Society’s capabilities in financial
management.
Not one to be all work and no play,
he unwinds by spending time with his
lovely family and indulging in his love for
sports, history and Impressionist Art.

coMMittee
SileNt coNtribUtor
arcHie oNG liaNG-Gay
cHairperSon,
coMMUnity care SUb-coMMittee
Clearly uncomfortable with the idea of
publicising anything about himself,
Mr Ong nonetheless agreed to answer
questions from The Graduate with
that generosity of spirit that drives his
community service efforts.
Graduating with a degree in Political
Science & Sociology in 1972, he
went on to serve full-time National
Service. Launching thereafter into
the corporate world, he specialised
in consumer marketing at four
multinational companies. Not content
with merely the tried and tested
route, he went on to become an
entrepreneur for six years before
becoming involved in International
Real Estate for seven years. That was
not the last of his adventures, as he
coMMUnity SerVice iS a calling. not all are coMfortable
getting down to Help tHe elderly Sick or Spending tiMe witH
SeVerely pHySically Handicapped cHildren. in tHiS regard,
people inVolVed in coMMUnity work SHoUld alwayS Maintain
a HUge doSe of HUMility.
has been a Financial Consultant at
Prudential for the last 12 years.
Having started on community service in
Pre-University days, he joined the Lions
Club movement in 1985, seeing it as a
platform for serving the less fortunate
in the community on a larger scale.
Still an active Lion, he has also been
involved in voluntary service with several
voluntary welfare organisations. It was
precisely because of this involvement
in community work over the years
that prompted his fellow members in
NUSS to encourage and convince him
to serve and contribute in the area of
Community Care.
Looking ahead, he hopes to see fruition
of the NUSS Foundation project and
more direct involvement of NUSS
members in engaging and helping
the less fortunate in the community
through various activities organised by
the Community Care Sub-Committee.
However, he stil manages to make
time for his family despite the weighty
matters that occupy his mind.
MANAGEMENT
NUSS MaNaGeMeNt coMMittee
2010/2011
COMMITTEE
mAnAgEmEnt CommittEE
Johnny Tan Khoon Hui
President
David Ho Peng Cheong
Vice-President
Chairperson, Membership
Lai Kim Seng
Honorary Secretary
Wong Peng Meng
Honorary Treasurer
Chairperson, Finance
Yip Kum Fei
Honorary Assistant Secretary
“
Darryl Chong Yi Wey
Honorary Assistant Treasurer
Chandra Mohan K Nair
Chairperson, Alumni Development &
University Relations and Disciplinary
Archie Ong Liang-Gay
Chairperson, Community Care
Fong Poh Him (Dr)
Chairperson, Cultural
Joshua VM Kuma (Dr)
Chairperson, Intellectual Pursuit
“
Chong Hoong Sang
Chairperson, House, Food & Beverage
Rosemary Khoo Ghim Choo (Dr)
Chairperson, S-Connect
Siva S Retnam
Chairperson, Sports & Recreation
Mohan Balagopal
Committee Member
Toh Yong Soon
Committee Member
2010/2011
Francis Pavri (Dr)
Committee Member
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Up close:
MR
TONG
HSIEN-
HUI
thE grAdUAtE gEtS
ComfortAbLE with thE
AffAbLE nEw CEo of nUSS,
mr tong hSiEn-hUi.
The Graduate: Congratulations on the promotion! How
has it been thus far?
Mr Tong Hsien-Hui: Thank you. Thus far, it has been an
interesting and varied experience. As the CEO, there is a
wider scope of duties compared to those of the Director of
Corporate Affairs. I have to oversee all functions within the
Society including human resource, finance, F&B, etc…. The
challenge for me is to look at what is happening and make
sure all the pieces fit together and work as a whole.
I am finding out a lot more about NUSS and how it works.
In spite of having served on the NUSS Management
Committee previously, I realise now that there are a lot
of details that I had not previously been aware of that
enables the Society to function as it has. On top of that,
I am also discovering new things about my colleagues
and how their strengths have contributed to the smooth
running of the Society.
The Graduate: As the new CEO, what is your daily
routine like?
Mr Tong Hsien-Hui: It is hard to answer that question as
my routine varies! We have a lot of exciting and interesting
events in the evening because most of our members are
only free to drop in after work. Hence, during office hours,
I tidy up any administrative loose ends. When I come into
the office in the morning, other than reading through various
status reports and clearing emails, I also prioritise the
various tasks and handle the most urgent items immediately

while scheduling the rest for attention later in the day. I also
oversee ongoing projects to make sure they are on track
and that the progress is smooth.
Other than daily operations, on a strategic front, I am also
trying to build linkages and enhance existing collaborations
with NUS as well as other key stakeholders of NUSS.
The Graduate: You mentioned collaborations with
external partners. Could you elaborate further?
Mr Tong Hsien-Hui: We seek out partnerships and
work with organisations whose charter might add value
to our members. For example, we collaborated with the
National Youth Council, and set up the NYC-NUSS Young
ChangeMakers Grant late last year. This grant enabled
us to engage our younger members either through the
sponsorship of projects or by serving on the decision-making
panel. This grant also enabled us to reach out to the Halls
of Residence on campus to garner support from students
and younger members to work on projects aimed at raising
awareness for the upcoming Youth Olympic Games. A recent
example of such a project was “Chillax on the Green”.
We also seek to build stronger ties with the Council for Third
Age (C3A) whose charter is to develop active ageing within
the community. This collaboration allows us to keep current
with initiatives that may benefit NUSS members aged 50
and above. There is active participation on the part of our
S-Connect Sub-Committee in C3A projects and we hope
that in time other NUSS members will also become involved.
Contributions by our members need not be through direct
involvement with NUSS. We actively seek partnerships
within the community by building ties with Voluntary Welfare
Organisations (VWOs). VWOs provide a platform for our
members to volunteer towards worthy causes within the
community, which is also one of the missions of our Society.
The Graduate: Will engaging members be the main
strategy moving forward during your tenure at NUSS?
Mr Tong Hsien-Hui: Indeed. We hope to build up strong ties
with students so that they will not only begin to contribute as
students, but also, upon graduation, view NUSS favourably
and join us as members. We hope our younger members will
come back to NUSS to volunteer and contribute their time,
knowledge and expertise.
But beyond that, we also wish to engage our older members
as well. One of S-Connect’s key projects is a VWO Tea where
we invite VWOs to present their organisations and what they
do. Members may then choose to sign up as volunteers.
Through their participation, not only do these members
widen their social circle, they also contribute meaningfully to
the community.
Age aside, there are also many other interest groups and
sections, and it would take too long to go through them
all. Basically NUSS provides a platform for interaction and
socialising with the aim of building an even more vibrant
and active Society.
The Graduate: How would you describe your
leadership style?
Mr Tong Hsien-Hui: I tailor my leadership style according to
the character and skill set of the person or department I am
working with. I prefer to adopt a more personal leadership
style and feel that it is important to relate to staff so that they
can in turn, relate well to NUSS members.
I have an advantage as I was already volunteering with
NUSS and had the privilege of interacting with the staff
previously. Hence, in a way, I already know most of them
before my appointment.
The Graduate: What do you hope to achieve during
your tenure as CEO?
Mr Tong Hsien-Hui: Operationally, I hope to build a more
flexible and resilient Secretariat framework. Given how
the world is constantly changing around us, we need a
Secretariat that can adjust quickly to accommodate and
respond to changes. At the same time, the framework will
need to have its own system of checks and balances to
ensure it does not become too “flexible”!
Strategically, I also hope to be able to grow the current
membership base. With the introduction of younger
members, will come a fresh injection of new ideas and ways
of doing things. At the same time, there is a continual need
to engage all 15,500 members. I hope our members will
begin to using the new facilities at Kent Ridge and participate
in our events as well. My vision is for all our members to
become a true “Society”.
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AnnUAL
APPRECIATION
NIGHT 8 april 2010
A spirit of good cheer and camaraderie marked the
inaugural NUSS Appreciation Night. Compered by NUS
alumnus, Ms Serene Chen, wit and humour radiated
throughout the evening. Fifty-six years of history came alive
in this lively gathering of friends.
It was perhaps this very spirit of camaraderie that attracted
a record number of new members for the Society in recent
years. In looking to the future, NUSS has not forgotten its
past and how members have contributed to its progress.
NUSS President, Mr Johnny Tan, paid tribute to committee
and Sub-Committee members and all who have helped
make NUSS what it is today in his opening address.
“This is our Society, this is where we belong,” he pointed out.
“We should be proud of what we have collectively built.”
Guest-of-Honour for the evening, Dr Tony Tan, was
conferred the NUSS Honorary Membership, in recognition
of his outstanding contributions to NUS, NUSS and in
public service. Others who had previously received the
Honorary Membership include Prime Minister Lee Hsien
Loong and Senior Minister Goh Chok Tong.
In his acceptance speech, Dr Tony Tan expressed his
gratitude to NUSS and congratulated the Society on its
successful membership drive before reflecting on his long
and active association with NUS. “Over the years, I have
been involved with NUS in different capacities: first as a
student, then as a faculty member, Vice-Chancellor and
Minister for Education,” he reminisced.
“NUS is the jewel in the educational crown of Singapore,” he
noted. “The various changes which NUS has undertaken in
its curriculum, teaching and research, have been in response
to the economic, social and political developments that have
taken place in Singapore over the last 30 years.”
Touching on the challenges that his alma mater faced, he
offered some advice for the university. “It is, in my view,
timely for NUS to undertake a review of undergraduate
education to ensure that NUS graduates have the skills
and capabilities to cope with a longer working life and work
productively in a fast changing Singapore.”
Suggesting a combination of a liberal arts programme
with a professional course, he argued that such an

arrangement could help students to develop a more
flexible frame of mind, give them the confidence to pursue
new fields and strike out in new areas as they progress
in their working lives. “With a liberal arts programme
possibly combined with a professional course, NUS
would be in a better position to attract some of our very
brightest students to undertake their university studies
in Singapore as an alternative to studying in universities
overseas,” said Dr Tan.
“Having a core of bright Singapore students who have
undertaken their undergraduate studies in NUS interacting in
their working lives with students educated in the most highly
regarded universities in Europe, America or China will greatly
benefit our nation,” he concluded.
Preceding the presentation of the other awards, Mr Gerard
Ee, Chairperson of the Judging Panel and NUSS Advisory
Panel member, said “NUSS is no ordinary club.” Rather,
as he pointed out, it boasts of many members who go
on to contribute to nation and society to the betterment
of everyone. Honouring that spirit, NUSS presented the
inaugural Distinguished Member Award to Mr Herman
Honoured That Evening
NUSS Honorary Membership
NUSS Honorary Membership is conferred on individuals
who have either distinguished themselves in public life
or made significant contributions by service to NUS, its
predecessor institutions or to NUSS.
Dr Tony Tan Keng Yam
Distinguished and Outstanding Member Awards
Distinguished and Outstanding Member Awards recognise
members who have selflessly dedicated themselves in
making significant, commendable and long-standing
contributions to NUSS, NUS and the wider community.
Distinguished Award
Mr Herman Ronald Hochstadt
Outstanding Award
Mr Tan Siang Chik
Mr David Ho Peng Cheong
Dr Chee Phui Hung (posthumous)
Long Service Award
Long Service Award recognises members who have
volunteered their service in the various Sub-Committees
continuously for at least five years.
5-YEAR
Dr Fong Poh Him
Joanne Kam Huey Jiuan
Dr Rosemary Khoo Ghim Choo
Dr Keith Alan Liew
Edmund Lim Tiong Joo
Dennis Lin Wai Man
Daniel Ong Chon Tui
Yap Ning Jee
10-YEAR
Lim Bee Lum
Wong Peng Meng
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Hochstadt and three Outstanding Member Awards to
the the late Dr Chee Phui Hung (accepted by his widow,
Mrs Chee), Mr David Ho Peng Cheong and Mr Tan Siang
Chik. Long service awards were also presented to Sub-
Committee members who have served for five or 10 years
consecutively. Going beyond expressions of gratitude of
other recipients, Mr David Ho commented that “NUSS
has an illustrious history and there are many more worthy
members who deserve the recognition, having served
NUSS and NUS over the years as ‘unsung alumni’.” He
hopes that the award will “continue to inspire members to
serve and support NUSS and NUS”.
Against the backdrop of the ambient ballroom, the night was
made all the more unforgettable by the exquisite cuisine and
great entertainment provided by rising jazz pianist, Norman
Seck, and Richard Tang Dat Hanh, winner of SPARKZ – NUS
Got Talent – a fact attested to by the numerous camera
flashes as everyone tried to capture the golden moments of
the evening. Till next year!

The redevelopment of Kent Ridge Guild House
is now complete with the opening of the new
sports and recreational facilities for members’
use on 30 April 2010. Members can now enjoy
a slew of F&B and sporting and recreational
facilities over at our four Guild Houses.
We bring you a preview of all the exciting
activities and gastronomical experience that
await you at NUSS!
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The largest of all our clubhouses, Kent
Ridge Guild House offers excellent facilities
such as restaurants and bars, karaoke
rooms, billiard and function rooms... a
place where the needs of both the young
and old are met in a single clubhouse.
The Kent Ridge Guild House is part of the
Alumni Complex which is the realisation
of a collective vision shared between NUS
and NUSS to foster a greater sense of
belonging among alumni, engaging them
in a range of activities and programmes
and providing alumni with a ‘Home on
Campus’.

F&B/entertainment
tHe ScHolar
Elegant and sophisticated, this Chinese restaurant serves
quintessentially Chinese cuisine in a modern setting. The
Scholar features three private dining rooms that afford
members an intimate dining experience.
Menu highlights include Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Peking
Duck, Exquisite Dim Sum Lunch and Succulent Live Seafood.
Operating hours
Lunch
Mondays to Fridays & eve of public holidays – 12pm to 3pm
Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays – 11.30am to 4pm
Dinner
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 6pm to 10pm
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 6pm to 10.30pm
Tel: 6586 3710
F&B/entertainment
café oN tHe ridGe
Bathed in bright, chic colours and filled with natural light, this
café serves the best international and local fare all-day.
Tuck into a wide variety of Eastern and Western fare including
signature dishes such as The Ridge Chicken Rice, Grilled Beef
Tenderloin and Spaghetti Aglio Olio. Be delighted with BBQ by
the Pool on weekends and exciting weekday buffets.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 12pm to 10pm
Fridays, Saturdays & eve public holidays – 12pm to 10.30pm
Tel: 6586 3722
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F&B/entertainment
tHe ridGe bar
Relax in the cushy ambience of The Ridge Bar as you take
in the melodious entertainment provided by our resident
crooners. The ultimate chill out place on this side of the island,
make it a night out with friends to remember!
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays and eve of public holidays – 11am to 2am
Tel: 6586 3721
F&B/entertainment
SportS bar
A new addition to our F&B outlets at KRGH, the Sports Bar is
the perfect spot for a night out with the mates for a beer and
a rousing soccer match showing on one of the big screens
at the outlet. Or drop in for a quick visit to quench your thirst
after a workout or a game of badminton.
Operating hours
Daily – 11am to 10pm
Tel: 6586 7048

F&B/entertainment
tHe riGHt Note
Whether the plan is to socialise or simply have a good time,
The Right Note is the perfect place for members to come
together. Featuring a spacious hall and four cosy private
rooms, this is the place for a big karaoke bash or a private,
intimate gathering with friends.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday and public holidays – 11am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays and eve of public holidays – 11am to 2am
Tel: 6586 3724
F&B/entertainment
JacKpot rooM
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Check out our new fruit machines and take your pick from
a variety of exciting jackpot themes. Experience the exciting
Western Adventure machine available at only a few places in
Singapore! Who knows, you might get lucky and strike the
jackpot at this very Guild House.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 11am to 2am
Tel: 6586 3603
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sports & recreation Facilities
SwiMMiNG pool
Have a refreshing dip or burn off those calories with energising
laps in our new 50 metre swimming pool. Make it a family
outing over the weekend as there is also a children’s pool for
the little ones.
Operating hours
Daily – 7am to 10pm
Tel: 6586 7046
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billiard rooM
Join the Billiard section to meet other Billiard enthusiasts and
play a round or two with other members. The Billiard Room
is located just next to the Sports Bar, providing refreshments
and snacks before you embark on your next game.
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm

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fitNeSS ceNtre
Work up a sweat at our state-of-the-art 5,000 sq ft Fitness
Centre equipped with the latest machines and free weights
for all levels of fitness. Need a personal trainer to refine your
workout? No problem. We also provide personal training
sessions at a fee for those who feel their workouts have
plateaued and need that extra push.
Operating hours
Daily – 7am to 10pm
Tel: 6586 3723
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aerobicS rooM
Not really into working out alone? How about taking part in
our group classes such as Yoga, Pilates and Body Sculpting
at the Aerobics Room located inside the Fitness Center.
Operating hours
Daily – 7am to 10pm
Tel: 6586 3723
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sports & recreation Facilities
MUlti-pUrpoSe Hall
Accommodating up to four badminton courts, the multipurpose
hall, as the name suggests, is meant for various
sporting activities which the other rooms do not cater for.
The hall is currently equipped with facilities for badminton
and table-tennis with provisions made for other sports.
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm
For bookings
Tel: 6586 3723 or log on to www.nuss.org.sg
sports & recreation Facilities
teNNiS coUrtS
Our rooftop tennis courts provide a breathtaking view of the
Kent Ridge campus while you practise on your serve with
your sparring partner. Enjoy the cool night breeze playing
under the lights as the courts are open till 10pm.
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm
For bookings
Tel: 6586 3723 or log on to www.nuss.org.sg
sports & recreation Facilities
table teNNiS rooM
Practise your backhand and chops at the Table Tennis Room,
located inside the Multi-Purpose Hall. Start training your child
at table tennis and who knows, he or she could be the next
Jing Jun Hong representing Singapore at the next Olympics!
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm
For bookings
Tel: 6586 3723 or log on to www.nuss.org.sg
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SqUaSH coUrtS
Our two squash courts provide the perfect backdrop for a
leisurely game of squash or competitions with friends with
your fans cheering you from the spectators’ seats. Join the
Squash section to improve your game and participate in
tournaments!
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm
For bookings
Tel: 6586 3723 or log on to www.nuss.org.sg

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cHildreN’S playrooM
Specially catered for the little tikes aged 10 and below, the
Children’s Playroom is their ultimate dream come true. Be
immersed in a world of adorable farm animals, play on the
slide and be entertained by programmes shown on the
television. It will keeping your child happy and occupied.
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm
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activity rooMS
Two activity rooms are available to cater to members’ various
interests. Section members from Balut, Band, Choir and Darts
conduct their activities on various days and times of the week.
For more information on joining any of these sections, contact
Sports & Recreation Department at 6586 3744.
Operating hours
Daily – 9am to 10pm
sports & recreation Facilities
ridGe readiNG rooM
Catch up on the latest magazines or borrow a book or two
from our new Ridge Reading Room. Need quick information
online? Log onto one of the four computer terminals in the
room and you are connected to the World Wide Web.
Operating hours
Mondays to Fridays – 11am to 7pm
Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays – 11am to 5pm
Tel: 6586 7047
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A modern city home away from home, our Suntec City Guild House is
replete with facilities to satisfy the needs of our members. Sophisticated
dining, superbly-appointed function rooms, modern entertainment and
leisure facilities, coupled with the attentiveness of our staff, make the
Suntec City Guild House a great place to entertain and be entertained in.

F&B/entertainment
tHe biStro
Enjoy an eclectic spread of food that is sure to tantalise your
tastebuds. The Eastern and Western delights are as tastefully
varied as our members are diverse. Take your pick… there’s
always something for everyone.
Operating hours
Daily – 11.30am to 10pm
Tel: 6578 9805
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tHe bar & tHe terrace
Relax, kick back with a drink while our resident band and
crooners entertain you with tuneful renditions of classics and
popular hits.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11.30am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 11.30am to 2am
Tel: 6578 9806
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tHe K rooM
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tHe iportal
Afficionados of karaoke, gather and be heard at The K Room.
Share the mic at the Main Lounge or enjoy the privacy of three
cosy private rooms K1, K2 and K3 where you can sing to your
heart’s content.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11.30am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 11.30am to 2am
Tel: 6578 9810
Come see if Lady Luck is on your side at SCGH’s Jackpot
Room! You will never experience a dull moment trying to
pull that winning bonanza. Our new fruit machines will
further spice up your game. Enjoy complimentary snacks
and beverages only for jackpot players!
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursdays & public holidays – 10am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 10am to 2am
Ride the virtual wave at The iPortal. The Internet, with its
wide array of information, is right at your fingertips. Click
away and surf from sun up to sundown! Or browse through
the latest issues of magazines and periodicals at your own
leisure.
Operating hours
Daily – 8am to 11pm

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Steeped in heritage and history and nestled amidst the lush foliage of the
Singapore Botanic Gardens, BTGH boasts a relaxed tranquil atmosphere
with an enchanting garden offering members respite from the bustling city.
The architect for BTGH won the Urban Redevelopment Authority
Architectural Heritage Award for carrying out restoration and conservation
projects and an Honourable Mention Award from the Singapore Institute of
Architects for architectural excellence and innovative architectural solutions.
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F&B/entertainment
tHe dUNearN
Tantalise your senses at The Dunearn restaurant and terrace.
Savour contemporary Western fusion cuisine as you relax in
the peaceful surroundings and lush greenery, a short distance
away from the bustling city.
Be it an intimate dinner affair or a celebration party, The
Dunearn offers a unique dining experience amidst tropical
foliage to rejuvenate your tastebuds.
Private dining at The Raffles and The Eusoff dining rooms is
also available for your special occasion.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11.30am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 11.30am to 2am
Tel: 6586 3263
F&B/entertainment
tHe Upper qUad
The Upper Quad bar and lounge is stylishly decorated yet
accentuated with the charm and grandeur of the good ol’
days. Whether you are looking to have a cup of coffee, relax
over post-dinner drinks, or simply a place to chill out with
friends, The Upper Quad’s drinks and finger food menu is
bound to satisfy your cravings.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public
holidays – 11.30am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public
holidays – 11.30am to 2am
Tel: 6586 3265

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card & GaMeS rooM
While the afternoon or weekend away at our Card & Games
Room. Here is also where our Bridge section conducts their
regular section nights.
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11.30am to 12am
Fridays. Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 11.30am to 2am
Tel: 6586 3260
NUSS Bukit Timah Guildhouse garnered an honourable
mention at the recent Singapore Institute of Architects (SIA)
Architectural Design Awards 2010. The Judges noted that
the building had undergone many renovations over the years
which concealed or damaged parts of it. When restoring the
building to its former glory, the architect sought to restore the
meaning of its spaces. The conservation has given a fresh
breath to the old building through the careful restoration of
various facets with their original architectural features. The
final result was a building that combined contemporary feel
with subtle reminders of its historical heritage.
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JacKpot rooM
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Come by our BTGH Jackpot Room and try your luck at any of
our nine exciting machines. And while you are there, why not
drop by our restaurant and bar for a quick bite?
Operating hours
Sundays to Thursday & public holidays – 11am to 12am
Fridays, Saturdays & eve of public holidays – 11am to 2am
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A rustic retreat tucked away on the slopes of a grassy knoll, Adam Park
Guild House is a quaint colonial bungalow located at Adam Park. It has a
warm and convivial environment that brings you back to the halcyon days of
old when life moved at a leisurely pace.
Operated by Honjin 7, members can
enjoy Japanese cuisine and sake.
Operating hours
Daily – 11.00am to 2.30pm; 6pm to 10.30pm
Tel: 6463 4528
* Please note that NUSS F&B credits cannot be
used and F&B spending at Honjin 7 @ APGH is
not included in F&B Rewards Programme.