DEMS Alumni Awards

The DEMS Alumni Awards was established during the DEMS Centennial Celebrations in 2005 to recognise and honour alumni who have made significant and impactful contributions to their alma mater, society, and the world.

Nominations for the 2025 awards are now closed. Thank you for your submissions.

For further queries, please contact the DEMS Alumni Awards Secretariat at xxx@gmail.com.

Awards Categories

Eminent Alumni Award

Closed nomination

The Eminent Alumni Award recognises alumni who have distinguished themselves nationally or globally for their exceptional and sustained contributions and achievements in public or community service; in the arts, sports, culture or entrepreneurship; or in a profession or scholarly field.

Lifetime Service Award

The Lifetime Service award recognises alumni who have contributed to the success and growth of DEMS alumni networks and/or interest groups and volunteer programmes, including internship and mentorship programmes for a minimum of ten years.

Distinguished Alumni Award

The Distinguished Alumni Award recognises alumni who have demonstrated excellence and leadership in their chosen field or industry, including significant accomplishments, innovations, or contributions that have made a positive impact to the sector, community, and country.

Outstanding Young Alumni Award

The Outstanding Young Alumni Award recognises alumni aged below 40 who have distinguished themselves in their chosen fields. They may also have rendered excellent volunteer service to DEMS and/or the community while exemplifying the best attributes of youth in today's world.

Criteria for Alumni Awards

The Alumni Awards honour individuals who excel in their field, demonstrate leadership, and make significant contributions to their profession or community. Key criteria include professional achievements, impactful service, inspiring leadership, and recognition from peers or industry.

Nominees must also maintain a strong connection to DEMS, supporting the School through alumni engagement, mentorship, or advisory roles. Past award recipients will not be considered for this year’s awards.

View Past Award Recipients

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I revise my nomination after the deadline?

All nominations received by 21 February 2025, 23:59 hours SGT are taken as final.

How are award recipients selected?

All nominations are reviewed and screened for eligibility before evaluation by the Awards Selection Committee. The final list of award recipients will be published on AlumNET

Who sits on the awards Selection Committee?

The Selection Committee comprises AADS President, representatives from DEMS senior management, the AADS Alumni Advisory Board and selected past award recipients.

When will the award recipients be announced?

The award recipients and nominators will be informed of the results nearer to the awards event. Recipients will receive their awards at the Awards Ceremony. Additionally, recipients will be announced through various online and printed publicity platforms during and after the Ceremony.