Written by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Edited by: Gilbert Goh Jian Tian (25S6C) Students visiting booths during the CenTaD Poster Exhibition. Students' Science Research Club/Amy The Centre for Science Research & Talent Development Programme (CenTaD) Poster Exhibition 2026, organised by Hwa Chong's Students' Science Research Club (SSRC), was held on 27 February 2026 in the Inner Plaza. During this fair, student researchers had the opportunity to present their research posters to teac

Written by: Yang Xinxuan (25S70) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Hwachongians participating in the workshop. Divernite/Sherzer On 2nd March 2026, as part of OECD We Are Future Makers project, a virtual sign language workshop was held at Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) by Divernite, a group of C2 Hwachongians, in collaboration with students from Grigore Moisil National College in Romania, to uncover the perspectives and challenges of the lives of the disabled, providing

Written by: Pan Yi Jie, Kayla (25S6N) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Ashton facing off against an opponent from the Philippines during the SEA Games 2025. Ashton Chia Yu Zhe Ashton is a professional Makruk and ASEAN Chess player. Makruk and ASEAN Chess feature several differences from their international counterpart – namely pawns starting on the third rank, the lack of castling, weaker moves for the queen and bishops, and a unique draw-counting system. For most athletes, the

Written by: Jiang Xindi (25S6H) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Sisters Li Zhenghong and Li Zhengyan represented Singapore in badminton at the 2025 Southeast Asian (SEA) Games. Lianhe Zaobao Sisters Li Zhenghong and Li Zhengyan won the bronze medal in the Badminton Women’s Team Event at the SEA Games 2025. “She is multifunctional and plays too many roles. She’s my sister, my roommate, my doubles partner…my best friend and partner-in-crime, but also the  professional troublemak

Written by: Keith Tan Si Jie (25S77) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) On 4 March 2026 from 12.30 to 4.00 pm, students were given the opportunity to attend the ECS Fair 2026, an event designed to help students explore their options after graduation. The fair brought together university representatives, industry partners, and government agencies to provide students with valuable insights into higher education, scholarships and potential career pathways.  Throughout the afternoon,

Written by: Xiong Zhihan (25A12) and Rychelle Wong Zi Yen (26A15) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) C1 student from Apollo faculty decked out in face paint. Studio Ardent/Rayanne The afternoon of February 24th saw the C1s from the four faculties, decked out in their colourful faculty shirts, streaming into the wings of the Central Plaza with an almost palpable energy. The chilly breeze weaving through the crowds forewarned the arrival of rain, however, with a light drizzle quick

Written by: Isabelle Lim (25S6C) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) and Lei Yanyang (25S61) On 16 February 2026, both the High School and College sections of Hwa Chong Institution gathered for a morning of festive cheer and cultural appreciation as students and staff came together to celebrate Chinese New Year. The celebrations began at 7.40am with a combined assembly and joint celebration held at the Terraces, Cheng Yi Auditorium and College Hall. The concert officially commence

Written by: Glynnis Lok Jia Yu (26S73) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) As part of their national education learning journey experience, some C1 classes visited the Eurasian Heritage Gallery to learn more about the Eurasian community and multiculturalism in Singapore. In 1511, the first Portuguese arrived in Singapore, followed by the Dutch and the British. The European men married the local women, and their children became the first of the Eurasians.  Stepping into the tour, w

Written by: Liu Lexi (25S6K Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) C2 Silver Award recipients from Hwa Chong Institution. HCI SYPT Delegation/Yijun On 14 February 2026, two teams of C2 students from Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) participated in the Category A Finals of the Singapore Young Physicists’ Tournament (SYPT) at the School of Physical and Mathematical Sciences, NTU. HCI Team 1, composed of Zhu Yijun (25S6G), Luo Zihan (25S66), Lim Kai Yi (26S6H) clinched the Bronze

Written by: See Hui Xin (26A14) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Students posing in Maghain Aboth Synagogue's prayer hall. Publications Society/Hui Xin On 25 February, C1 students from Hwa Chong Institution embarked on a national education learning journey in exploration of various themes, such as multiculturalism. One of these was a visit to the Jews of Singapore Museum. The museum, housed in the Jacob Ballas Centre, stands side by side with the Maghain Aboth Synagogue, formin

Written by: Lee Koon Kai (25S72) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Across the span of 5 days on 4-6 and 12-13 February 2026,  Interact Club organised the Interact Week 2026, a large-scale event aimed at raising awareness on the plights of four vulnerable groups in the Singapore society – migrant workers, the elderly, bone marrow recipients, and persons with disabilities. This event aimed to encourage students to look beyond the surface, and show meaningful appreciation or help o

Written by: Winton Fu (25A11) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) On 20 Feb 2026, the school welcomed members of a local band, Goose 我鸟 , to Hwa Chong Institution for a special songwriting workshop organised by HCWeyoung, Hwa Chong College's songwriting band. The session was open to students from Sec 1 to Junior College Year 2 across Hwa Chong Institution and Nanyang Girls High School, bringing together budding musicians and music enthusiasts for an afternoon of learning and inspi

Written By: Tsai Enn Nor, Angelina (25S72) Edited By: Lei Yanyang (25S61) Team photo of Hwa Chong's participants in the URA CUBE 2025; from left to right: Lin Rui, Avril; Pan Ziying; Teng Zhao En, Cheryl; Teo Jie Jun Jayden; and Eion Chan Jen Sen. Hwa Chong Institution/Pan Ziying Between 24 and 28 November 2025, our Hwa Chong geography students – Lin Rui, Avril (25A15), Team Leader; Teng Zhao En, Cheryl (25A15); Pan Ziying (25S77); Teo Jie Jun Jayden (25S6K), Assistant Team L

Written by: Liu Lexi (25S6K) Edited by: Lei Yanyang (25S61) C1 Students touring the classrooms. Studio Ardent/Megan Orientation is one of Hwa Chong’s flagship events, aimed at helping C1 students transition to school life at College and experience the vibrant school culture.  O1 kicked off with the C1s in their respective Orientation Groups (OGs). On the first day, C1s were led on a school tour around iconic school locations, such as the Clock Tower and Kuo Chuan Museum. They

Written by: Xinxuan Yang (25S70) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) As part of Hwa Chong Institution’s continued commitment towards environmental stewardship, Hwa Chong Green Council has launched a new sustainability initiative across the school campus with the introduction of the Cora Smart Recycling Bin.  This is carried out in partnership with Cora Environment, one of Singapore’s leading sustainable waste management companies. Otherwise known as REHub, the Cora Smart Recycling

Written by: Delphina Chia (25A14) Edited by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) In the spirit of compassion and community this Chinese New Year, the Hwa Chong Institution (College) Values-in-Action Council (VIAC) successfully organised the annual donation drive to support senior residents in Taman Jurong. Held from 20th January to 3rd February 2026, the drive was conducted in collaboration with the SG Cares Volunteer Centre@Jurong and the NTUC Health Active Ageing Centre. The student body r

Written by: Yanyang 25S61 Edited by: Gilbert 25S6C A bird’s-eye view of students gathered in the Central Plaza, with activity booths set up along the flanks. Publications Society/Yanyang On 30 January 2026, Hwa Chong’s Senior Sunset lit up the campus, bringing together Hwachongians from different classes and faculties for an eventful and joyous evening. With clusters of students gathered around the Central Plaza, the stage was set for a fruitful night of bonding and recreatio

Written (and edited) by: Gilbert Goh (25S6C) and Lei Yanyang (25S61) Hwa Chong Institution (College Section) opened its doors to the general public on 16 January, showcasing its vibrant student life and school activities, and giving secondary school graduates the chance to know more about life in junior college.  From 12 pm to 4 pm, over 2800 secondary school students, parents, and aspiring Hwachongians caught a glimpse of the various academic pursuits, extracurricular activi

Written by: Tsai Enn Nor Angelina 25S72  Edited by: Gilbert Goh Jian Tian 25S6C On 25 July, Hwa Chong held our biannual HOME@CT 2025, affectionately known by students as OE day (Outdoor Education Day). HOME is an acronym which stands for Heartland, Optimism, Meaning and Engagement.  Organised by Outdoor Education Student Council (OESC) in collaboration with the PE department, OE day aims to encourage students to explore the great outdoors, but at a deeper level, aims to insti