About Us
The SMU Arts & Cultural Fraternity is a student-led constituent body committed to strengthening the Fraternity and building a vibrant arts presence in the City. Working hand in hand with our 21 clubs, we support our artistes in the promotion and pursuit of their artistic endeavours, while creating meaningful touchpoints that connect the SMU family and the wider community to the arts.
We bring energy to every event, adding life to campus through performances, showcases, and creative expression. We build platforms for our fellow artistes to be seen, heard, and celebrated, while bringing colour and vibrancy to the SMU journey.
With clubs spanning dance, cultural, instrumental, visual and literary art, theatre and media, there is always something exciting to discover in ACF. Together, we stand as #ONEFRATONEFAM, united in celebrating the arts and rediscovering what it means to be part of SMU’s vibrant community.
Key Events
- SMU ACF Arts Camp
SMU ACF Arts Camp is an annual summer camp that welcomes freshmen into the heart of SMU’s arts and cultural community, marking their first exciting touchpoint with ACF. Freshmen embark on a vibrant journey of curated workshops, club-led performances, and bonding games, exploring the wide range of art forms ACF has to offer, from dance, cultural, instrumental, visual and literary art, theatre and media. The camp reaches its grand finale at Glam Night, a thrilling showcase featuring high-energy performances by our talented clubs and facilitators. - Welfare Drive
At SMU ACF’s biannual welfare drives, each centred around a unique theme, members can look forward to a fun and refreshing break filled with sweet and savoury treats, exclusive deals for arts and cultural activities, and thoughtfully curated welfare items. More than just a giveaway, these drives are also a lively touchpoint for the SMU community to come together, watch club showcases, and experience the vibrancy of arts life on campus. By creating moments of joy, care, and connection, the welfare drives allow the Fraternity to celebrate and appreciate the dedication of our artistes, while recharging and motivating them as they continue to shine in both their artistic and academic pursuits.
Our People in Action
How To Join
Passionate about the arts? We'd love to have you! 🎨✨
Anyone who is a member of one of our 21 ACF clubs is welcome to apply for the SMU ACF Management Committee. Stay tuned to our EDM and social media channels for recruitment updates, application details, and important dates.
FAQ
The SMU Arts & Cultural Fraternity (ACF) brings together SMU’s arts and cultural clubs. The ACF Management Committee supports these clubs, organises fraternity-wide initiatives and helps keep SMU’s arts community connected and thriving. 🎭🎨
ACF is where performers, creators and behind-the-scenes teams from different art forms come together as one community. It is a space to express yourself, form meaningful friendships and create unforgettable experiences beyond the classroom. 🎶✨
Absolutely! Many ACF clubs welcome beginners and provide training to help members develop their skills. Some clubs may hold auditions or introductory sessions, but passion and a willingness to learn often matter more than experience. 🌱🎤
ACF MC members attend weekly meetings and contribute to initiatives, events and fraternity matters throughout their term. The commitment varies by role and becomes busier during major events, but you will work closely with a supportive team along the way. 🎬🗓
You can contribute through performances, productions, marketing, operations, welfare and many other roles. As you gain experience, you can also step up as a club leader or join the ACF Management Committee to shape the future of the arts community. 🎨🎼