Prof Stella Tan — This is Purpose, not Prestige.

“I was blessed with opportunities. Now I create them for my students.”

From the courtroom to the classroom, Prof. Stella Tan found at NUS a career rooted not in prestige, but in purpose: creating opportunities for students to grow.

Wearing many hats across NUS, from forensic science educator and mentor to Hall Master and Associate Provost (Student Conduct), she has spent two decades supporting students as they discover their potential, pursue their dreams and grow into future leaders.

In this interview, Prof. Stella shares what drives her to keep creating opportunities for students, while her former student Kai reflects on how her encouragement opened doors for him to grow and pursue his aspirations.

Watch the full interview to discover how Prof. Stella is turning the opportunities she once received into opportunities for the next generation. 💙