SITizens Shine Under the Stars: A Dazzling Success for the Alumni Reunion @ Sunset Cinema

Clear weather coupled with the weekend saw a fantastic turnout for SIT’s second Alumni Reunion at the beach!

Nearly 1,000 attendees consisting of SIT alumni, the graduating Class of 2024, SIT faculty and staff, as well as guests, gathered at the scenic Sentosa Island for the second SIT Alumni Reunion @ Sunset Cinema, held on 27 April 2024.Under a sky that transitioned flawlessly from sunny to starlit, the night unfolded in a vibrant celebration of camaraderie and connection. Professor John Thong, SIT Deputy President (Academic) & Provost, Mr Bernard Nee, SIT Vice President (Industry & Community), and Mr Tsoi Mun Heng, SIT Vice President (Planning) also came to join in the fun.

In his video message, SIT President Prof Chua Kee Chaing encouraged SIT alumni to stay connected through the SIT network and share their professional and life experiences with their juniors. (Photo: Keng Photography for SIT)

From left: Prof John Thong, SIT Deputy President (Academic) & Provost (in green), Mr Tsoi Mun Heng, SIT Vice President (Planning) and Mr Bernard Nee Deputy President (Industry & Community) sharing conversations and light moments with the attendees. (Photos: Keng Photography for SIT)

SITizens arrived by the droves, laughing and reconnecting with each other as they reminisced on the past and shared memorable experiences. Delicious food and refreshing drinks fuelled the fun, as friendly trivia games ignited a playful spirit of competition among the participants. Coupled with mime, magic and juggling performers, the relaxing and light–hearted atmosphere provided the perfect space for alumni and graduands to connect and network, fostering relationships which may blossom into future collaborations.

Decked in comfortable and casual wear, SITizens streamed in on the soft and sandy beach. (Photos: Keng Photography for SIT)

SITizens took ‘wefies’, participated in fun games and enjoyed a magic performance for a day of fun at the beach. (Photos: Keng Photography for SIT)

In a video message, SIT President Prof Chua Kee Chaing addressed the crowd, expressing his enthusiasm for the upcoming Punggol permanent and centralised campus. He encouraged the alumni to stay connected via the SIT network, such as the alumni app and alumni mentoring programme where they can share their professional and life experiences with their juniors.

SITizens made themselves comfortable on the beach chairs for the movie screening, with drinks and snacks in hand. (Photos: Keng Photography for SIT)

As dusk falls, the beautiful outdoor setting, gentle sea breeze and the twinkling night sky provided a picturesque backdrop, as “Mission Impossible: Dead Reckoning” kickstarted the main event with its iconic movie theme. A night to remember, as Alumni Reunion @ Sunset Cinema 2024 made possible the mission – to continue to forge bonds within and outside the walls of SIT and staying connected as one big SITizen family.

Cheers! SITizens catching up in conversations and laughter ahead of the movie screening. (Photo: Keng Photography for SIT)

“The dedication of the SIT Alumni team in organising fantastic gatherings like this is truly commendable,” shared Ms. Chin Shi Hui from the Class of 2022. She added, “The Sunset Cinema event was an absolute blast! It allowed me to reconnect with my SIT friends in a truly special way. I cannot wait for future events and the chance to create more cherished memories!”.