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| Mr Ong also presented plaques to close to 40 graduates from the Sikh community who attended the event, organized by the Young Sikh Association (YSA) (Singapore) and the Central Sikh Gurdwara Board’s Sikh Centre. Photo: YSA |
Friday, Nov 13, 2015: It is important to pursue your passions even if it takes several attempts to succeed. Singapore's new Acting Minister for Education, Mr Ong Ye Kung, delivered this message to a group of young graduates during the weekend, urging them to chase their dreams.
Speaking at the Sikh Graduates Tea Reception on Nov 7, Mr Ong also emphasised the importance for these graduates to identify suitable role models in their lives to emulate.
Drawing from his personal life, Mr Ong acknowledged he entered politics because of his father who was also a politician. Seeing his father in this light played a key role in his decision as he viewed serving as a politician a noble and honourable thing to do.
Mr Ong also presented plaques to close to 40 graduates from the Sikh community who attended the event, organised by the Young Sikh Association (YSA) and the Central Sikh Gurdwara Board's Sikh Centre.
YSA president Malminderjit Singh spoke to the graduates about the significance of pursuing their passions, rather than choosing careers based on prestige or benefits; the importance of facing challenges and handling failures positively; as well as the need for them to give back to society.
The annual presentation ceremony is aimed at recognising the academic achievements of Sikhs, including those who pursue post-graduate studies and continuous learning. It is an important platform to engage Sikh graduates and an opportunity for them to develop networks with their fellow graduates and professionals.
