OrcaStories

Get a glimpse into the vibrant life at RC4! Discover how our students shape their journeys through events, projects, and stories that celebrate community, creativity, and impact.

Celebrating Sporting Excellence: Robbie’s Tchoukball Journey
For Robbie Chia (Aquila, Year 4), this once-unfamiliar game has become both a passion and a defining part of his RC4 journey. A prominent figure in the RC4 sports scene, Robbie is known for his versatility. He competed in 7 different sports in the recent Inter-House Games. The origin of his sporting journey in RC4? It all began with Tchoukball.
A Night Among the Stars: RC4’s Nebular Soirée
On 16 September 2025, RC4 residents embarked on an unforgettable journey through the cosmos at the semesterly Formal Dinner, themed “Nebular Soirée”. With decorations adorning every corner, the stage was set for a night of elegance, entertainment and celebration. Read the recap of this memorable night, written by student Jia Xin!
Alumni Spotlight: Digital tool aims to make government letters senior-friendly
LetterKey, recently featured by The Straits Times, showcases RC4 alumni Felicia and Li Hui’s work to help seniors read and understand government letters, exemplifying tech for public good.
Planting Mangrove Trees in A Fishing Village
As part of the Southeast Asia Friendship Initiative (SFI) course at the Residential College (RC4), students had the opportunity to join the Warloka village community on Flores Island, Indonesia, for a mangrove tree planting project. 3 students reflect on the impactful lessons that they could have not gained in a lecture hall.
SFI Indonesia 2025
Who pollutes the river — and who takes responsibility? Why do some show up for clean-ups while others don’t? Can public housing work without trust in institutions? These were just some of the questions RC4 students explored during the Southeast Asia Friendship Initiative (SFI) trip to Yogyakarta and Jakarta!