Editor's Note
When wondering around NIE campus, the conversation of plants and tress often comes up. From the dense forest surrounding us to the vibrant heliconias that line our plaza to the peaceful foliage at the focal point of our canteen, trees make an illuminating allegory for what we do at NIE. Imagine us as a big majestic tree; encoded from seed to stand tall amongst our fellow plants, providing an intricate shelter of knowledge for all who gather under our branches; growing stronger every year and adapting to our changing environment to nurture the future educators of our country.
In this issue, we will see evidence of our nurturing spirit in the forging of ties with Griffith University and Seoul National University that will facilitate enhancement to our BA/BSc programme. We also celebrate with the Asian Languages and Cultures (ALC) Academic Group (AG) for their Malay language and culture appreciation events led by Associate Professor Hadijah Rahmat which has been a valuable resource for the community visiting the National Library. And amidst this lush nurturing environment, we are also reminded by Associate Professor Jude Chua to revisit the ancient greek term thaumazein; the concern of the importance of wondering as a pertinent pathway to critical thinking in the pursuit of knowledge.
I hope you enjoy this issue and delve into our many exciting and nurturing activities. May it serve as sunlight to your surface.
Paul Lincoln
