Academic-Based Clubs
BONDUE (CBd)
ABOUT US
SMU Business Society, affectionately known as Bondue, is the student representative body of Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB). Founded in 2005, we are the largest student body amongst the seven faculties in SMU.
Our vision is to cultivate a dynamic and fulfilling university experience for SMU Business Students.
Our mission is to unify SMU Business Students, while serving their welfare, social, academic and professional interests.
The term “Bondue” was coined when our founders were having a bonding session. That was when an idea prompted one of them with the question: “what if we named our Business Society, Bondue, which stands for Bond with You?”. Thus, that was how Bondue got its name. Over the years, the Bondue spirit kept the school body so closely knitted and, as we like to say – One Bondue, One Family.
KEY EVENTS
-
Signature Events
Welfare Drives, Bondue Camp, Alumni Networking Night, Know-Thy-Major x Bondue Business Forum (KTMxBBF), Bondue Anniversary. -
Unique Initiatives
Bondue’s Leadership and Management Programme (LMP), is our annual leadership programme that aims to nurture a community of purpose-driven and impactful leaders equipped to face the complexities of the professional world.
REACH OUT TO US
GALLERY
OUR PEOPLE IN ACTION
HOW TO JOIN THE CLUB?
ALL students from Lee Kong Chian School of Business are automatically members of Bondue and are affectionately referred to as Bonduers!
Bondue offers leadership opportunities in 2 ways, namely:
1. Organising Committee (Event-based)
Bonduers may also participate in Bondue’s large-scale flagship events (e.g. Alumni Networking Night, Bondue Camp, KTMxBBF) by becoming Organising Committee members. By being part of an Organising Committee, students will be exposed to many skills-building and leadership opportunities as well as foster new friendships along the way! Recruitment drives for Organising Committee members will be launched prior to event-planning, on a per-event basis.
2. Executive Committee
Bonduers may also consider assuming a leadership role within the Executive Committee. Interested students will be required to undergo the Elections, usually held from the period of late September to October, in order to qualify for the committee. Recruitment of Executive Committee members can also take place in the form of a Co-Opt.
Being a part of the 17th Bondue Executive Committee gave me the opportunity to expand my professional network and create lasting friendships at SMU. Going through various Bondue events like Alumni Networking Night, Bondue Camp and Slightly Scarlet has allowed me to develop my leadership skills and form unforgettable experiences.
- Phang Yu Sheng (Sean), Corporate Relations Deputy Director, School of Business, Year 2
My experience being in Bondue’s Organising Committee for ANN 2021 was nothing short of amazing! If you’re looking to gain meaningful experiences in your University life alongside meeting new friends, Bondue is the perfect place for you regardless of which year you’re in. Countless opportunities await you once you’re in!
- Shafiqah Salil, Organising Committee Member (ANN), School of Business, Year 4
FAQ
Bondue organises events which serve the welfare, social, academic and professional interests of Bonduers.
Welfare: Bondue organises welfare drives 3-4 times a year to motivate and spur our fellow Bonduers on during the school semester. As the saying goes, the best way to everyone’s hearts is through food!
Social: Bondue Camp, Bondue’s annual orientation camp, is organised for incoming freshmen to create lasting memories, forge new friendships and be part of the best summer experience.
Academic: Know-Thy-Major (KTM) sessions are organised each semester for students to learn more about the majors available in Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB). In the second semester, we have the Know-Thy-Major x Bondue Business Forum (KTMxBBF), a joint event that focuses on helping SMU students bridge the path between their academic and professional interests.
Professional: Bondue organises events catering to the professional development of Business students, namely the Alumni Networking Night (ANN) and Know-Thy-Major x Bondue Business Forum (KTMxBBF). Business students can look forward to better preparing themselves for the workforce through the expertise and experience shared by working professionals during these events.
Organising Committee Recruitment Drives for Bondue events are conducted 3-6 months before the event. By being a part of an Organising Committee, Bonduers can look forward to playing a key role in creating a meaningful experience for other students, be exposed to skills-building and leadership opportunities, and forge new friendships! Do keep a lookout for our emailer and social media accounts for Organising Committee Recruitment Drives.
All Executive Committee members are automatically part of the Organising Committee for all Bondue events. If you are interested in making a meaningful contribution to the Bondue community, do sign up for our elections info session when school starts – we will answer any questions you may have about running for the Executive Committee!
Bondue organises Know-Thy-Major (KTM) sessions each semester to allow students to find out more about the 10 majors available in Lee Kong Chian School of Business (LKCSB), and to hear from the respective Academic Advisors. Do look out for our emails, and join our academic telegram channel @bellodictorian for more information on our upcoming KTM sessions!
While BONDUE and SMUSA are both student government bodies in SMU, BONDUE specifically serves Lee Kong Chian Business students (Bonduers) while SMUSA serves the entire SMU student body. Our unique events and activities are only available to our Bonduers to participate in and enjoy. As a Business student, you can look forward to events and welfare drives by both BONDUE and SMUSA!
Should you have any queries about school life as a Business student, feel free to contact Bondue at bonduers@sa.smu.edu.sg via email or drop us a Direct Message on our Instagram page @smubondue! We will try our best to answer your questions or direct you to the relevant persons if necessary.
Continue your enchanted journey here
