Trying new things is never easy. The fear of failure stops us from taking that first step in a new direction, whether it’s trying a new sport or learning a new skill. But at RC4, the first step becomes easier.

Mr Edwin Tong, who is the Minister for Culture, Community and Youth and Second Minister for Law was the guest speaker at a student dialogue titled 'Revisiting the Social Compact in Multicultural Singapore: Local Exigencies and Global Influences', moderated by Ms Winnie Tan, who is the President of Residential College 4 (RC4)'s 10th College Students' Committee.

On 10 September 2024, RC4 residents channeled their inner Ryan Goslings and Margot Robbies at their first Formal Dinner of the Academic Year, themed “The Oscars”. The Formal Dinner signified the start of the Academic Year while also welcoming the newly matriculated freshmen into RC4, providing a platform for residents to perform and showcase their talent.

In the spirit of Residential College 4’s motto “Small Systems, Big Hearts”, a group of residents, faculty members, alumni and staff participated in a special 10th Anniversary Community Service Day on 6 September 2024.

In July 2024, a group of RC4 students travelled to Chiang Mai, Thailand, for a research-focused trip centred on food systems resilience. The team delved into the complexities of Northern Thailand's food system through lectures at Chiang Mai University and fieldwork, engaging with individuals across various food economy sectors including paddy farm owners, community-based organic food producers, and coffee farmers.