International Women’s Day 2025

The Southern University College, Tan Sri Dato’ JC Chang Museum and Art Gallery hosted the third International Women’s Day Art Exhibition, “The Sensational Lotus Pond,” in celebration of International Women’s Day 2025. The exhibition invited 50 female artists from Malaysia and Singapore to present 100 artworks, which opened successfully from March 7th to March 31st.

The opening ceremony was attended by Southern University College Vice-Chairman of the Board of Directors, Datin Janice Teh Hwee Tiang; Asst. Prof. Ts. Dr. Teo Pei Kian, Apple (Vice President and Dean of FAD); Special Guest Puan Sri Chan Pui Leorn; Prof. Ir. Ts. Dr. Chuah Joon Huang (President); Prof. ChM. Dr. Leong Loong Kong (Vice President); Tan Chai Puan (Director of the MAG); and members of the Board of Directors.

In addition, alumni of the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA) Singapore, Oscar Ng, demonstrated “Classical Gold Foil Art” following the opening ceremony.

In her speech, Datin Janice Teh Hwee Tiang stated that the event not only celebrated International Women’s Day but also showcased an art feast filled with feminine charm. The artworks by the 50 talented female artists, with their unique perspectives and delicate brushstrokes, transformed the elegance, purity, and resilience of the lotus flower into breathtaking pieces. These works are expressions of and tributes to the female spirit.

Vice President and Dean of FAD, Asst. Prof. Ts. Dr. Teo Pei Kian (Apple), shared that the exhibition vividly expressed the multiple identities of women in society, family, and personal growth, demonstrating their wisdom and strength to the world. She stated that women have broken through traditions and limitations, using silent brushes and sculptural language to present the infinite possibilities and values of multiculturalism. They face challenges fearlessly and bravely chase their dreams. She likened women to lotus flowers, which bloom with the brightest light at every stage of life. Through their artistic talents, they touch the world, change the world, and live a brilliant life.

Director of the Museum and Art Gallery, Tan Chai Puan, mentioned that there is a lotus pond on campus, located in the corner of the “Hua Yuan” garden. He said that plans are underway for an upcoming signing ceremony with the Singapore Nanyang University Alumni Association for a “Stories of Nanyang People” videography project, which will take place at the stone bridge in “Hua Yuan.”

The event was supported by Premier Art, Sakura Colour Malaysia, and the distributor of Baohong Watercolour Paper in Malaysia. Media promotion helped the exhibition gain widespread attention and public recognition. The organizers sincerely thank all the visitors for their enthusiastic support of the event.