Lecturer Awards

Teaching Excellence Award

“Knowledge is power and it is a treasure, only becomes valuable when you develop your thoughts towards learning.”

Dr Krishnamoorthy Renganathan
School of Business and Management

 

“Krishna demonstrates strong passion to teach. A caring and committed lecturer, Krishna uses multiple platforms to engage his students and inspire them to believe in themselves and study hard. Krishna is popular with students and effective in helping his students learn.”

Dr Sam Choon Yin
Head, School of Business and Management

Innovative Teaching and Learning Award

“I want to express my sincere appreciation and thanks for this recognition. In a larger sense, however, this is a team award.”

Ms Andreea Apetrachioaei
School of Foundation Studies

 

“Andreea has been a positive team lead in driving SFS programmes online and assessments onto Blackboard. On top of this, she has proactively explored training for academic colleagues to improve their skills and continuously innovated her lessons.”

Ms Vijyah Shunmugam
Head, School of Foundation Studies

Laboratory Excellence Award

“This award would have never been possible without the hardworking organic ecosystem of our SLPS lab team for their conscientiousness and efficiency not just towards our students but also to various internal/external stakeholders. Thank you!”

Mr Mohamed Akram Bin Abdul Saleem
School of Life and Physical Sciences

 

“Akram has shown his versatility and ability in managing both Sports Science and Life Science laboratories. He has always ensured a safe working environment for staff and students. As a Chemistry Lab Instructor, he has shown great passion in teaching and is an inspiration to the students.”

Dr Charles Ong
Head, School of Life and Physical Sciences

Excellence in Supervision Award

“Truly humbled and thanked PSB Academy and fellow students for this award. I will continue relentlessly to pursue for education excellence for students of PSB Academy with my total commitment and dedication.”

Mr Peter Tan
School of Postgraduate Studies

 

“Peter consistently motivates his students as he diligently monitors their progress with care, guiding them through the learning process and ensuring their ability to submit their best work on time. To help his students improve, Peter always provides prompt, useful, and actionable feedback to ensure that they meaningfully learn from their mistakes and imperfections, inspiring them to achieve better with each assignment.”

Mr Calvin Tan
Head, School of Postgraduate Studies

Academia and Industry Collaboration Award

“I am happy to be of service, and am grateful for the award. When I am not teaching, I work as a recruitment consultant, and I guess that line of work has made me naturally predisposed to be able to match and help bring together relevant parties to the table.”

Mr Mohan Balagopal
School of Business and Management

 

“Mohan, a member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), promotes and strengthens collaborative partnership between PSB Academy and CILT. A dedicated and passionate lecturer, Mohan teaches Logistics and Supply Chain Management at PSB Academy. Mohan also participates actively in networking events organized for students.”

Dr Sam Choon Yin
Head, School of Business and Management

 

“Many thanks to collaborative teamwork between Student Affairs & Industry Engagement, School of Life and Physical Sciences and university for enhancing the industry outlook experience for the learners.”

Dr Seah Seng Wee

School of Life and Physical Sciences

 

“Seng Wee has always valued academic-industry partnerships. Together with Student Affairs & Industry Engagement, he worked closely with industry and university partners to enhance students’ learning experience through industry visits, career workshops and industry talks. He is also working on programme offerings with university partners.”

Dr Charles Ong
Head, School of Life and Physical Sciences

Best Lecturer Award

“As an educator, my passion is to guide and empower all students. I would like to express my sincere gratitude and deep appreciation to everyone who have been with me since the start of my journey, my family, module leader, PSB Academy staff and all my students whom believe in me and voted for me. Thank you so much.”

Mr Abdul Khaliq Bin Abdul Samat
School of Life and Physical Sciences

 

“To the eyes of the students, Abdul Khaliq is not just a lecturer, but also a mentor. He has always portrayed eagerness to facilitate students in their learning whilst simultaneously inspiring them to better themselves as individuals.”

Dr Charles Ong
Head, School of Life and Physical Sciences

 

“It’s been said that knowledge is power. But I think power is the ability to use knowledge to elevate yourselves and others around you.”

Mr James Kuwe Chin Wee
School of Foundation Studies

 

“James has been teaching with our school for the last few years. He is typically teaching at the lower level of CEP and has been a very patient lecturer. He is also seen as a caring educator by the students as they are typically joining in from their countries for the first time. Not only is he perceived as a friendly lecturer but also as someone who jokes with his class and makes learning language fun.”

Ms Vijyah Shunmugam
Head, School of Foundation Studies

 

“I am blessed to have been nominated for this award. I am unable to find the most appropriate words to express the immense feeling of gratitude and appreciation to many who were instrumental in this nomination. Thank you.”

Dr John Heng
School of Postgraduate Studies

 

“John’s passion for education shines brightly as shown by the enthusiasm, humour, and hard work that he brings into the academy daily. Students often comment on his nurturing demeanour, respectfully addressing him as “Uncle John”, as they feel his genuine paternalistic care and concern to deeply understand their unique challenges as he dedicates long hours of teaching and coaching.”

Mr Calvin Tan
Head, School of Postgraduate Studies

 

“My heartfelt thanks to PSB Academy and the students who have validated my work. I am only as good as the students who respect and appreciate me. Onwards and upwards!”

Ms Manbir Chyle Lalwani
School of Business and Management

 

“Manbir gives unconditional support and encouragement to her students. As an educator in the School of Business and Management, Manbir uses creativity and imagination to help her students understand the subject matter. She makes learning and thinking fun and engaging for students.”

Dr Sam Choon Yin
Head, School of Business and Management

 

“Success is in your hand. No one can take it away from you. PSB Academy, the right place to achieve.”

Mr Syafiq Shahul
School of Engineering and Technology

 

“Syafiq’s exemplary teaching methods motivate and enhance the quality of classroom experience for the students. He encourages student engagement in the class to foster holistic development of students. Syafiq has received numerous positive feedback and testimonials from his students.”

Dr Karuppiah Balamurugan
Head, School of Engineering and Technology (Covering)