SCS Future Leader in Tech Award 2025
SUTD Computer Science and Design (CSD) student Rachel Lim Rui En received the Future Leader in Tech Award at the Singapore Computer Society (SCS) Gala Dinner and Tech Leader Awards 2025 on 9 May 2025. Rachel is also an SUTD Technology Entrepreneurship Programme (STEP) student.
The Future Leaders in Tech award recognises young individuals, aged 30 and below, who have made outstanding contributions to the tech industry and have instilled a passion for tech amongst his/her peers.
On her achievement, Rachel shares: “A decade ago, when I first started exploring tech, I never imagined it would lead me here. Though, looking back, I realise how blessed I am to have been supported by those around me. I’m incredibly grateful for the guidance and opportunities I’ve received from SUTD and ISTD to pursue meaningful projects in tech, whether through coursework, hackathons, or various initiatives, and to my schoolmates whom I had the opportunity to build with and share this journey.”
Excerpt of award citation
Rachel Lim Rui En thrives on transforming ideas into projects that have community impact. She has led numerous initiatives as head of ROOTech, the technology department of the university’s student government, such as the development of digital solutions for the school. These include event websites, student-focused platforms, and internal tools for other departments.
At ROOTech, Rachel aims to foster a collaborative environment where her peers can hone their skills and be a mentor for her juniors.
She has participated in various hackathons, including winning the Best Human-Centric Design award at the 2024 DSTA CODE_EXP Hackathon, where her team developed a mobile game that tracks carbon footprint.
Rachel (centre) with faculty and staff from the ISTD pillar at the Gala Dinner.