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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.
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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!
Celebrating Sporting Excellence: Ziran’s Sports Journey in RC4
The winning formula for Huang Ziran (Year 4, House of Aquila) is simple — hard work, passion and dedication. Known for her all-rounded capabilities in sports, Ziran is a prominent figure in the RC4 badminton and dodgeball. She embodies the aspirations of many freshmen, balancing between academic and non-academic commitments. At RC4, Ziran has found a safe space to step out of her comfort zone to discover new sports!
From Classroom to Community: Impact-Driven Policy Education at RC4
What happens when policy theory encounters real-world experiences far from home? As part of the impact stories from students involved in the Teaching Enhancement Grant - Learning Community (LC) project titled "Design Principles for Impact-Driven Policy Education," a group of students from Residential College 4, led by Grace Ng (Year 2, Computing), shared how their Southeast Asia Friendship Initiative (SFI) trips inspired them to explore new themes and contexts.
Celebrating Sporting Excellence: Inter-College Games 2025 and RC4’s “Super-Athletes”
The Orcas triumphed at the 2025 Inter-College Games, clinching 7 golds, 3 silvers, and 5 bronzes. RC4 shone in diverse events, with standout performances in both traditional and e-sports. The spirit of exploring and trying out new sports thrives on, exemplified by "Super-Athlete" Yap Xin Ying's passion and dedication.

