SMU alumna and seven-time Paralympic gold medallist Yip Pin Xiu returned to her alma mater on 28 July 2026 to receive an honorary Doctor of Laws for her sporting achievements and contributions to society. Pin Xiu is the youngest recipient of an honorary degree from the university. She graduated from SMU in 2017 with a Bachelor of Social Science, majoring in political science. In a citation, SMU President Professor Lily Kong said that Pin Xiu “has brought honour and distinction to Singapore, elevating the nation’s standing in elite sport while redefining what is possible in the face of adversity”. Prof Kong added that Pin Xiu has surmounted significant physical challenges with quiet determination, discipline and resilience.
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The Straits Times
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