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Thoughts of a UOL-LSE International Programme student in Singapore

Felix Ker — Fri, 10 Dec 2010 02:14:20 +0000

Suddenly, I had the urge to share something longer than 140 characters which is much more than what twitter supports.

For any of you reading this and do not know me, here’s a brief introduction. I’m a full-time undergrad pursuing my Bachelor of Science at University of London and London School of Economics (LSE) (International Programme) in Singapore. Not going to mention where I’m doing this program as they’re doing well (not that UOL/LSE isn’t good).

What’s bad is the culture here. I’m unsure if this only happen in Singapore. No one talks in class. I’m not referring to chatting in class, but the two way communication between the lecturer and student. Over here, the lecturer will speak for almost 3 hours (duration of the lecture (and tutorial), minus 10 minutes break time). Yes, most lecturer will talk throughout tutorials (included in the 3 hours lecture).

I do see that some lecturers are trying to change the system or change the way they do tutorials by trying to make students at least talk alittle, but this isn’t really helping. Students here still keep everything to themselves.

Perhaps, I started feeling this in the recent years with the world spinning; changing the world to become more social. Just look at websites, even they’re evolving to become web 2.0 (though just a model) – allowing more communication (not just 2-way).

Don’t ask me why I’m diving into this programme without doing much research and end up learning that this programme just isn’t to my liking. I guess at first I thought it was fine, but through time, I changed and realised I’m not suited for this. I’m doing my final year, and of course, I’ve to keep going!

But you will question what’s good about the programme? I feel the British programme trains me for 1-shot-1-one kill, like a sniper. If you fail the paper, you’ll have to re-do it the following year. Just like going for an interview, you only get a chance to impress. How can you not prepare for it?

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FOUND “TAN KIAN CHOON” from Singapore/Malaysia

Felix Ker — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 15:06:02 +0000

*UPDATE* (11am 8 September 2010) Mr Tan got to read this blog article and commented. It’s really the power of Google.

THIS IS FOR SERIOUS MATTERS. NOT A JOKE OR A GAME.

Declare: I’m not a loanshark, neither does the person owe anyone money. I’m finding him for a good cause (I have documents to verify).

Mr TAN KIAN CHOON (Son of late Mr TAN TOH SENG) happens to be a friend of my dad’s friend and he’s lost his contact for at least 30 over years.

If you happen to know Mr Tan Kian Choon or late Mr Tan Toh Seng, please contact me by any means. I’m sure there’s monetary reward if you’re willing to accept.

I hope after reading this, you will share this via facebook/twitter/email. 1 more person sharing this means there’s alittle more chance. Let’s use the power of social media to find this person.

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88% of Voters Not Interested in Youth Olympic Games

Felix Ker — Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:50:08 +0000

The first ever Youth Olympic Games will be hosted by Singapore from 14 – 26 August 2010. Youths aged 14-18 will come from all over the world to compete in this competition.

In case you do not know,young athletes will be competing in a total of 26 sports – Aquatics, archery, athletics, badminton, basketball, boxing, canoe-kayak, cycling, equestrian, fencing, football, gymnastics, handball, hockey, judo, modern pentathlon, rowing, sailing, shooting, table tennis, taekwondo, tennis, triathlon, volleyball, weightlifting and lastly wrestling.

The statistics after the jump!

88% of voters on ChannelNewsAsia’s poll shared that they’re not interested at all. Wow, looks like people are more interested in the World Cup. The figures might be removed soon, due to bad response. Or some moderators might tweak the results to make it look right.

Anyway, I’m sure most of us already know of the cheer, right? If not, it’s below. I really think this isn’t a cheer. Seriously, cheer? How are people going to cheer with this song?

Source

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World Environment Day 2010

Felix Ker — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 23:18:42 +0000

I’m overseas, thus a day late preparing this article.

The purpose of this article isn’t to define what World Environment Day is but to share with you several ways of playing your part. Actually, World Environment Day is similar to Earth Day.

On a daily basis as an individual, there are different ways we can help protect the environment too:

Eat less sharks’ fin. Instead, have some corn soup or mushroom soup. Chinese restaurants do other soups well too!
Burn less. Everything. Is there really a need to burn everything?
Take public transport. Do your math, it can be cheaper to take public transport.
Take less plastic bags. Bags may state 100% biodegradable, but where will they end up once they’re degraded? Bring your own bags out. I personally have a huge bag to contain everything I buy.
Plant more trees or flowers at home. Don’t you want fresh oxygen for your kids in the day?
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. The 3Rs.

and so on… I can’t list all the ways here. You could share some?

You see, if we don’t protect our environment, one day we will lose everything.

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10 of Steven Lim’s female models that caught my attention

Felix Ker — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:03:40 +0000

I’ve wasted quite a bit of time browsing through Steven Lim’s list of a thousand odd models. Saw a few people I know too. Ha.

No offence to any of the models below. They’re all awesome, just I found something special about them.

I found that most, if not all “models” are “Good for all events”. Shame on you, if you didn’t subscribe to the premier package.

Here are some that caught my attention:

Felicia Goh Yi Huan (Premier Package)
Ref No: 1156
Occupation: Student
Hgt: 152cm
Wgt: 42kg
DOB: 28 Jan 1992
Felicia is a gorgeous human being that has a strong passion in acting. Cute and adorable, this girl has an equally handsome and faithful boyfriend. They are going eternity and they done a video to commemorate their love for each other, never to forget and take for granted. Good for all events.
What caught my attention:
A human being that’s just 17? And, nice, she’s got a handsome and faithful boyfriend.
Sharan Yeo Chieng Eng (Premier Package)
Ref No: 1081
Occupation: Beauty Adviser
Hgt: 160cm
Wgt: 49kg
DOB: 21 Nov 1986
Incredibly built..wonderfully constructed, Beautiful faced, shapely bodied with a 24 inch waist!!! A blessings for all of us here. Good for all events.
What caught my attention:
Very well described : “Incredibly built, wonderfully constructed.”
Janet Aw Xin Ying
Ref No: 1050
Occupation: Student
Hgt: 170cm
Wgt: 57kg
DOB: 19 Sept 1990

……………………………… Left people speechless. We personally think that she is too darn gorgeous and with track records that many guys chasing her at the same time. She definitely in our watchlist. Good for all events.
What caught my attention:
I’m speechless too.
Pauline Ong Soon Kiang ( Premier Package)
Ref No: 1019
Occupation: Homemaker
Hgt: 160cm
Wgt: 51kg
DOB: 27 May 1961
Pauline enjoys singing and dancing very much. Used to play stock market too and won! This very lucky lady is currently a happy homemaker married to a fantastic man.
What caught my attention:
“play stock market too and won!”
Phang Li Qi ( Premier Package)
Ref No: 987
Occupation: Student
Hgt: 158cm
Wgt: 35kg
DOB: 20 July 1994
Born and grow up with adorable cute face, Li Qi is both reserved but when she comes into acting, she is not three legged lizard. She can act! Good for all events.
What caught my attention:
When you thought 1992 was young, may I present you a younger model.
Lee Si Yi (Premier Package)
Ref No: 797
Occupation: Student
Hgt: 165cm
Wgt: 52kg
DOB: 26 July 1995
Si Yi is younger sister of Si Hui. Character of a boy, behaves like a young boy too but she is oh so cute!! Talented. Good for all events.
What caught my attention:
1995? Described as being talented.
Tan Cher Ying (Premier Package)
Ref No: 783
Occupation: Property Agent
Hgt: 153cm
Wgt: 62kg
DOB: 19 Jan 1970

Cher Ying going full time in property. This fair skinned beauty is clean and tidy and very organized. This kind of attitude is best in property. Good for all events.
What caught my attention:
Described as an awesome property agent. Pretty sure I wasn’t browsing through JobStreet’s Resumes and profiles?
Selene Lai Pei Wen (Premier Package)
Ref No: 688
Occupation: Student
Hgt: 157cm
Wgt: 41kg
DOB: 10 March 1990
Selene is very fortunate to join Singapore’s very prestigious open book catalogue online modeling agency. If you see this, most likely anyone could see this very pretty girl on the web. Good for all events.

What caught my attention:
Singapore’s very prestigious open book catalogue online modelling agency is very fortunate to have Selene. Note that the agency cannot even spell modeling correctly.

Dora Tan (Premier Package)
Ref No: 280
Occupation: Accounts Executive
Hgt: 160cm
Wgt: 65kg
DOB: 1 July 1952
Madam Dora Tan is what we call ageing gracefully and beautifully. A gentle heart with a warm deposition. A great motherly figure! Great for all events.
What caught my attention:
Madam Tan’s age. And the bad spelling for aging.

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