Donation drive in honour of late NUS provost Leong Ching, 57, to support bursaries for students in financial need

A donation drive to support the National University of Singapore's (NUS) Achievement Awards and bursaries for students in financial need has been started in honour of the late Professor Leong Ching.

Leong, who was Vice Provost for Student Life at NUS, passed away on Nov. 6.

According to Lianhe Zaobao, Leong suffered a stroke and was admitted to the hospital on Oct. 30.

Mothership understands that the donation drive was started by the NUS Alumni Student Advancement Committee.

"As Dean of Students and later Vice Provost of Student Life, she championed opportunities for students to grow beyond the classroom, nurturing their potential to contribute meaningfully to society," the donation webpage read.

All contributions will go towards supporting the NUS Student Achievement Awards and bursaries for NUS students in financial need.

These will recognise student accomplishments while helping those facing financial challenges make the most of their university experience.

"Through these gifts, we hope to carry forward her legacy of nurturing and empowering the next generation," the webpage also read.

Those who wish to give can choose from S$100, S$300, S$1,000 or any other amount.

The fundraiser is held via the philanthropic and fundraising arm of NUS.