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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190306
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SUMMARY:Princeton Diplomatic Invitational (PDI)
DESCRIPTION:Ten USP students travel to Princeton University to participate in the Princeton Diplomatic Invitational\, a flagship programme of the International Relations Council at Princeton University. The programme simulates real world diplomatic interactions and student delegates from top universities around the world work closely to influence and make policy decisions.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/princeton-diplomatic-invitational-pdi/
LOCATION:USA
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190222
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190303
DTSTAMP:20260407T013308
CREATED:20190704T065851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T065851Z
UID:6174-1550793600-1551571199@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Intersection of Tradition and Technology: Japan
DESCRIPTION:This is a new USP International Programme organised and initiated by USP students. Twelve USP students travel to Japan for this interdisciplinary programme that aims to explore the cross-sections of both the traditions and modern technologies in different fields. Japan as a country is at this very intersection\, a country that is steeped in its own traditions and cultures\, yet still constantly on the forefront of modern technological breakthroughs and advancements. \nThe programme will bring students through Nagoya and Tokyo\, as well as more rural areas such as Suzaka and Kiso Valley.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/intersection-of-tradition-and-technology-japan/
LOCATION:Japan
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190223
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190303
DTSTAMP:20260407T013308
CREATED:20190704T064219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T064219Z
UID:6167-1550880000-1551571199@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Inter-Civilisational Dialogue
DESCRIPTION:Seven USP students travel to Istanbul on a programme led by USP faculty Prof Syed Farid Alatas. Themed “Islam and Multiculturalism”\, students will participate in university seminars and discussions with faculty and students in the various host/partner institutions\, as well as interact with interfaith community groups and leaders.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/inter-civilisational-dialogue/
LOCATION:Istanbul\, Turkey
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTSTAMP:20260407T013308
CREATED:20190704T092559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T091207Z
UID:6310-1551744000-1552348799@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:EPIIC International Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Six USP students will travel to Tufts University to participate in the Education for Public Inquiry and International Citizenship (EPIIC) International Symposium hosted by the Institute for Global Leadership. The topic for this year’s symposium is “Migration in a Turbulent World?” and students will present an issue related to the theme\, attend panel discussions and participate in informal gatherings and workshops.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/epiic-international-symposium-3/
LOCATION:USA
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190305
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190306
DTSTAMP:20260407T013308
CREATED:20190704T092512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T081638Z
UID:6308-1551744000-1551830399@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:The Sessions – US-Singapore Relations: The United States\, Singapore\, and the Region
DESCRIPTION:Join The Sessions as they invite US Embassy Singapore Chargé d’Affaires Stephanie Syptak-Ramnath\, former US Ambassador to Vietnam Michael Michalak\, and USP faculty Dr Quek Ser Hwee for a chat and lively discussion with USP students on US-Singapore relations.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/the-sessions-us-singapore-relations-the-united-states-singapore-and-the-region/
LOCATION:USP Chatterbox
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190305T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190305T190000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013308
CREATED:20190704T092326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T092326Z
UID:6304-1551812400-1551812400@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Public Lecture by NAK Distinguished Visiting Professor: The Himalayan Tales (India-China – Politics\, Power\, Pilgrimage and Pollution)
DESCRIPTION:Hosted and organised by USP\, we have Ngee Ann Kongsi Distinguished Visiting Professor Professor Maharaj K. Pandit to share with us on “The Himalayan Tales”\, focusing on India-China relations on Politics\, Power\, Pilgrimage and Pollution. This is a continuation of his first public talk\, “Climate Change and Cultural Extinction in the Himalayan Highlands” held earlier on 7 Mar. \nAll USP students are encouraged to attend this session.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/public-lecture-by-nak-distinguished-visiting-professor-the-himalayan-tales-india-china-politics-power-pilgrimage-and-pollution/
LOCATION:Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium\, Education Resource Centre
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190307T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190307T133000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013308
CREATED:20190704T092244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T092244Z
UID:6302-1551954600-1551965400@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:USP Outreach @ Temasek Junior College Careers\, Scholarships and Higher Education Fair
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/usp-outreach-temasek-junior-college-careers-scholarships-and-higher-education-fair-2/
LOCATION:School Hall\, Temasek Junior College
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190307T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190307T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T092132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T035716Z
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SUMMARY:Public Lecture by NAK Distinguished Visiting Professor: The Frigid Gets Hot – Climate Change and Cultural Extinction in the Himalayan Highlands
DESCRIPTION:Hosted and organised by USP\, we have Ngee Ann Kongsi Distinguished Visiting Professor Professor Maharaj K. Pandit to share with us on “Climate Change and Cultural Extinction in the Himalayan Highlands”. The Himalaya\, also known as the ‘third pole’\, harbors the largest glacier mass outside of the two poles. The mountains are under the international media spotlight\, for an alarming report predicts a sea level rise of 1.5 meters driven by melting of the Himalayan glaciers. There are also reports about these ice-fields disappearing by 2035. This session will also discuss what does Himalayan warming mean for the sustainability of South and Southeast Asia\, and Singapore. \nAll USP students are encouraged to attend this session. More information HERE. \nNgee Ann Kongsi Auditorium\, Education Resource Centre
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/public-lecture-by-nak-distinguished-visiting-professor-the-frigid-gets-hot-climate-change-and-cultural-extinction-in-the-himalayan-highlands/
LOCATION:Ngee Ann Kongsi Auditorium\, Education Resource Centre
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190309T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190309T180000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T092017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T092017Z
UID:6295-1552122000-1552154400@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:NUS Open Day 2019 and Discover USP
DESCRIPTION:We will open our premises to visitors on NUS Open Day 2019. Our USP booth will be located at Chua Thian Poh Hall\, and planned activities will happen throughout the day in and around USP. There will be three talk sessions at the nearby UTown Auditorium 3. Two sessions will focus on USP at 11.00am and 2.00pm. The third session at 3.00pm will focus on the NUS-Sciences Po Double Degree Programme. Of notable mentions are five sample classes to be offered by USP professors\, spread out between 10.00am – 4.30pm at USP Seminar Room 1\, and two Alumni Human Library sessions at Chatterbox at 1.30pm and 4.30pm. \nOpen Day is important to USP and the entire NUS community so let us all welcome visitors enthusiastically on that day. For USP students\, do invite/encourage your juniors to visit us!
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/nus-open-day-2019-and-discover-usp/
LOCATION:Cinnamon College (USP)\, University Town
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190313
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T091347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T081722Z
UID:6290-1552348800-1552435199@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Digital Humanities and The Data-driven Analysis of Indonesian Theatre
DESCRIPTION:The QR Centre is hosting a talk by USP faculty Dr Miguel Escobar Varela\, entitled “Digital Humanities and The Data-driven Analysis of Indonesian Theatre”. Join this interesting session as Dr Varela shares about his work\, offering an exciting look into the application of quantitative tools in the humanities. This includes how methods ranging from network analysis\, computational linguistics and geospatial analysis can be used to look at Indonesian theatre from a different angle.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/digital-humanities-and-the-data-driven-analysis-of-indonesian-theatre/
LOCATION:USP Chatterbox
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190312
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190313
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T091648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T081743Z
UID:6293-1552348800-1552435199@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:“Revisiting #MeToo” by Ms Coleen Angove
DESCRIPTION:Organised by the Cinnamon Conversation and initiated by students\, this is a series of informal and relaxed conversations over dinner\, between a prof/guest and 4 to 6 students on a topic that the prof/guest is interested in.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/revisiting-metoo-by-ms-coleen-angove/
LOCATION:Theme Room 2\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190314T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190314T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T090106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T090106Z
UID:6283-1552555800-1552584600@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:“Discovering The Work You Love” Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Organised by USP Career Services\, the objective of this workshop is to help students discover their career inclinations and explore career options which are aligned with their self-concept.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/discovering-the-work-you-love-workshop/
LOCATION:Master’s Commons\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190315T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190315T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T085510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T085510Z
UID:6280-1552676400-1552683600@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:USP Outreach @ Anderson Serangoon Junior College University Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/usp-outreach-anderson-serangoon-junior-college-university-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Foyer\, Anderson Serangoon Junior College
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190318T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190318T210000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T085300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T085300Z
UID:6276-1552937400-1552942800@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Dialogue on Abusive Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Organised by Love\, USP\, this dialogue session invites representatives from Brave Spaces\, AWARE and PAVE to discuss about abusive relationships – identifying what is abuse\, how to provide support\, why abusive relationships happen\, and the challenges in leaving them. Organisers hoped that this would be a comfortable and safe space to learn and empathise\, and to recognise what an abusive relationship is\, so that we can move towards building healthy relationships in our lives.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/dialogue-on-abusive-relationships/
LOCATION:Theme Room 1\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190319T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T085207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T085207Z
UID:6274-1553020200-1553027400@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:USP Independent Study Modules (ISM) Annual Showcase 2019
DESCRIPTION:ISMs are independent research opportunities to explore a specialised area of interest and an academic requirement for all USP students. Some USP students who have done their ISMs will be sharing their personal experiences and providing practical advice for those who are embarking on an ISM in the form of “Human Library” activity – where a “book” (speaker) and several “readers” (participants) are grouped together\, and the former shares information with the latter on a particular topic. Do come and hear what these seniors have to say about the ISM experience!
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/usp-independent-study-modules-ism-annual-showcase-2019/
LOCATION:Chua Thian Poh Hall\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190321
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190322
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T085054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190722T082114Z
UID:6271-1553126400-1553212799@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:QR Centre: LaTeX Workshop
DESCRIPTION:The Quantitative Reasoning (QR) Centre is organising a LaTeX workshop. LaTeX (pronounced lah-TECK) is a document writing system widely adopted in many academic fields\, to deliver high quality and professional documents in both the sciences and the humanities. Conducted by QR Assistant Lee Ning Yuan\, participants will be taken through the basics and other useful techniques to get them immediately started on using LaTeX in their work.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/qr-centre-latex-workshop/
LOCATION:Town Plaza Global Learning Room
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190321T200000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190321T230000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T085022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T085022Z
UID:6269-1553198400-1553209200@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:UNITAS Inter-house Games
DESCRIPTION:Organised by the University Scholars Club (USC)\, the Inter-House Games 2019 will run two activities concurrently – the Vertical Relay and CTPH Games (Chess\, Super Smash Bros and Overcooked). Join for a night of fun with your friends and win attractive prizes! Light refreshments and drinks will be provided for all participants.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/unitas-inter-house-games/
LOCATION:Chua Thian Poh Hall\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190323T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T084902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T035813Z
UID:6267-1553335200-1553346000@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Permaculture@USP Symposium 2019: SustaiNIBBLES
DESCRIPTION:Come and join Permaculture@USP’s inaugural symposium\, “SustaiNIBBLES”. The objective of the event is to educate participants about sustainable food production in Singapore\, encourage awareness and a sustainable mindset and teach participants how to start a small garden in their homes. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from local niche food producers and experts (among which is Prof Maharaj Pandit\, our Ngee Ann Kongsi Distinguished Visiting Professor) who are challenging the notions of sustainable food production and inspiring the next green wave of Singapore food entrepreneurs. There will also be a microgreens workshop for all participants to learn how to produce nutritious food. This event is open to NUS students\, staff and public. \nInterested students and staff\, sign up HERE. \nPermaculture@USP was started by USP alum Alexius Yeo (Geography + USP\, Class of 2010) in 2017.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/permacultureusp-symposium-2019-sustainibbles/
LOCATION:Chua Thian Poh Hall\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20190325
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20190329
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T084644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T084644Z
UID:6264-1553472000-1553817599@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Comics Appreciation Week
DESCRIPTION:There is a range of activities planned out for you during this USP’s first Comics Appreciation Week. Here is the schedule:\n25 Mar\, Mon: DC Animated Movie Night – Wonder Woman (2009)\n26 Mar\, Tue: Fanfare – Where Fans Talk About Comics\n27 Mar\, Wed: Marvel Movie Night – Black Panther (2018)\n28 Mar: Thu: The Sessions – Spotlight on Jerry Hinds
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/comics-appreciation-week/
LOCATION:USP
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190325T190000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190325T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T084555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190704T084555Z
UID:6262-1553540400-1553545800@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:“Breaking News: The Remaking of Journalism and Why It Matters Now” by Mr Alan Rusbridger
DESCRIPTION:Mr Alan Rusbridger\, Principal of Lady Margaret Hall in the University of Oxford\, will be here with us to talk about his book titled “Breaking News” and share his experience working as the editor of The Guardian for twenty years. Come meet him and have a discussion!
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/breaking-news-the-remaking-of-journalism-and-why-it-matters-now-by-mr-alan-rusbridger/
LOCATION:Master’s Commons\, USP
CATEGORIES:General
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190325T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190325T213000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T084437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T080023Z
UID:6259-1553542200-1553549400@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Self-Perception and Identity
DESCRIPTION:Organised by Love\, USP\, this closed-door session will discuss the topic of negative self-perception and identity. Organisers hope that this would be a comfortable and safe space to learn from one another on ways to better cope with these issues.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/self-perception-and-identity/
LOCATION:Theme Room 1\, USP
CATEGORIES:Student Life
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190326T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T082717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190821T035955Z
UID:6240-1553625000-1553628600@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:folio Volume 16 Book Launch
DESCRIPTION:folio – a Writing and Critical Thinking publication – is officially launching its latest edition (Volume 16). folio is USP’s annual publication featuring some of the best essays produced in USP’s Writing and Critical Thinking modules. Four student writers from folio volume 16 will be sharing with us more about their essays. Come listen and have a discussion with them! Students are encouraged to attend this session. Light refreshments and eclairs will be provided.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/folio-volume-16-book-launch/
LOCATION:USP Chatterbox
CATEGORIES:Academic
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190326T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190326T193000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T083815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T075958Z
UID:6250-1553625000-1553628600@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:The Beanbag Conversation with Dr Bjorn Gomes
DESCRIPTION:Organised by The Cinnamon Conversation and initiated by students\, this is a series of informal and relaxed conversations with invited guests. In this session\, we will have with us Dr Bjorn Gomes\, a post-doctoral fellow at NUS Department of Political Science\, for a conversation about identity and the struggle for recognition.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/the-beanbag-conversation-with-dr-bjorn-gomes/
LOCATION:Theme Room 2\, USP
CATEGORIES:Student Life
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190327T150000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190327T163000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T081827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T075944Z
UID:6238-1553698800-1553704200@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:USP Outreach – Visit by Hwa Chong Institution\, Kansai University Senior High School\, and Senior High School at Otsuka University of Tsukuba students
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/usp-outreach-visit-by-hwa-chong-institution-kansai-university-senior-high-school-and-senior-high-school-at-otsuka-university-of-tsukuba-students-2/
LOCATION:Master’s Commons\, USP
CATEGORIES:Outreach
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20190328T193000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20190328T203000
DTSTAMP:20260407T013309
CREATED:20190704T081730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190819T075933Z
UID:6235-1553801400-1553805000@usp.nus.edu.sg
SUMMARY:Design Thinking Workshop
DESCRIPTION:USP alum Zhai Yunjie (Psychology + USP\, Class of 2018)\, currently a Product and User-experience designer\, will be conducting a second run of design thinking workshop for the USP community. \nThe workshop will focus on learning a methodology of solving problems and devising solutions to address the needs of the human users. This hands-on session will provide a platform for students to learn\, practise\, and ask questions about what it really means to use “design thinking”. She will also cover the concept of blockchain and existing problems in this industry that can be solved using design thinking as an approach.
URL:https://usp.nus.edu.sg/event/design-thinking-workshop/
LOCATION:Tutorial Room 2\, USP
CATEGORIES:Academic
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