The TLDR: Shira Ong worked through her poly days and first two years at SMU to support herself. After applying for over 20 scholarships, the undergraduate clinched the bond-free Lim Kim San Memorial Scholarship in 2025, easing her financial burden and freeing her to focus on community work.

SPH Foundation's Lim Kim San Memorial Scholarship holder Shira Ong, a third-year student at SMU, received the scholarship in 2025 and will be supported for her studies until she graduates.