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.

Life After Collisions: Birth, Death & Healing – Public Lecture by Prof Maharaj Pandit
Listen to the public lecture by Professor Maharaj Pandit, Ngee Ann Kongsi Distinguished Visiting Professor at NUS, as he connects tectonics, ecology, and medicine through decades of research in "Life After Collisions: Birth, Death & Healing". This talk was co-organised by Residential College 4, NUS College and NUS Alumni Relations.
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.