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An invitation to share your Unisa@150 story
Your university, the oldest, largest and most progressive in the country, is celebrating its remarkable sesquicentennial this year. As students and alumni, you are the lifeblood of Unisa, and your unique voices are essential in telling the story of this great institution. Find out how you can contribute. Read more
A university that defies barriers to deliver education for the marginalised
In celebration of Unisa’s 150th anniversary, esteemed scholars and industry giants share their thoughts on how this august university positively impacts society in South Africa and the globe. Read more
Kenya alumni celebrate 150 years of excellence and pledge support for Unisa
Unisa Alumni in Kenya came together to give back to their alma mater by establishing a legacy scholarship to benefit future generations and to support the university's vision to reclaim Africa's intellectual futures. Read more
"Music is our life; it reflects what we go through"
Driven by the philosophy “Music is our life; it reflects what we go through”, the Unisa Choir’s musical repertoires, comprising staff and students, leave a mark in the minds of its audience on august occasions. Read more
The rich history of the university exhibited at the Unisa Library
The Unisa Library will run a physical and online exhibition throughout March to mark the university's history as it celebrates its 150th anniversary. Throughout the month, different activities will build up to a big event, which will take place on 24 March 2023. Read more
Creating a lifelong learning environment for all Unisans
Unisa's continuous commitment to promoting a culture of lifelong learning is part of the 150th milestone of impacting the Unisa community positively. In this #Unisa150Stories series, Unisa's Human Resources manager details how the university's study assistance benefit shapes the future of Unisans. Read more
The significance of post-digital theory in education examined
As part of Unisa's continuous endeavour towards reclaiming Africa's intellectual futures through internationalisation, one of the main themes in its 150th anniversary year, the institution hosted highly esteemed scholar Prof Petar Jandrić, from Zagreb University of Applied Sciences, Croatia, as part of the European Union's Erasmus+ programme. Read more
"Unisa is an environment for growth and opportunities"
Media personality Luyolo Mkalipi, a former Unisa Radio volunteer and alumnus, urges the university to continue providing learning opportunities to its communities. In this #Unisa150Stories article, he shares how the practical experience gained at Unisa Radio presented him with new career opportunities. Read more
Upbeat reaction to historic academic opening
Unisa students and staff share their views of the academic opening of 2023, the year in which the university celebrates 150 years of impacting lives. Read more
Long live Unisa, long live!
Unisa staff and students share their well wishes ahead of the university's 150th anniversary (#Unisa150) official academic opening ceremony on Friday 10 February 2023. Read more
