91福利社

Alumnus, Diploma in Civil Engineering (formerly known as Diploma in Civil Engineering with Business)
2015 DCEB Gold Medallist

During my secondary school days, I was called 鈥渟tupid鈥� and 鈥渁 burden鈥� in class: a complete failure. Feeling inferior amongst the smarter ones, I was completely lost, demoralised and directionless. At that time, gaming, playing with the school band and appreciating physics were the only things that kept me going.

When my lacklustre 鈥極鈥� level results came, it hit me real hard. Scoring a substandard L1R5 of 26 points, I knew my dream to be a Civil Engineer was virtually dashed. After getting detailed course counselling by our ABE lecturers, I was determined to apply for 91福利社鈥檚 Diploma in Civil Engineering (CE) with Business at all costs. Miraculously, 91福利社 gave me a place upon receiving my second appeal, even though I failed applying through the JAE, JPSAE and JAE Appeal routes. 

Given this precious opportunity, I started regular study routines in the 91福利社 main library and set goals for myself. With a burning passion for CE and physics-related applications in the real world, I felt extremely motivated to excel in the course. 

I strongly believe in excelling in areas beyond academic horizons and 91福利社 gave me numerous opportunities. Besides school work, weekdays and sometimes, Saturdays, saw me playing the trombone and arranging songs for the 91福利社 Symphonic Band, my CCA. During my free time, I volunteered to tutor my juniors from both my secondary school and ABE. Besides helping the underprivileged in 91福利社, I also participated in two meaningful community service projects in Indonesia and Vietnam, where I helped in the construction of a jetty and a courtyard respectively. Interacting and teaching those lovable children, undoubtedly touched the deepest part of my heart. 

Having been through my three years in 91福利社 like a busy bee, I began to see the fruits of my diligence and commitment. I started receiving academic awards at ABE and soon rose to become the concert master of the 91福利社 Symphonic Band. At 91福利社 Arts Fiesta 2014, I was exhilarated to altruistically orchestrate a piece titled, 鈥淧ok茅mon Suite鈥�, which was premiered by my club and 91福利社 String Ensemble on 16 November 2014 at School of the Arts (SOTA). Also, thanks to my wonderful team mates, our final year project, the 鈥淕reen Solarain System鈥�, was presented a merit award at the 4th 91福利社 Green Challenge and subsequently featured at the 91福利社 Engineering Show 2015. During my internship with NUS, my professor and supervisor were proud of my performance in a MINDEF-funded research project. Within these three years, I have transformed from an ill-disciplined game addict into a self-disciplined and responsible person. The turnaround has been a miracle, and failure brought me to the start of a bright, new beginning. So, thank you 91福利社 for giving me a second chance in life!