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Visionary alumna uses education to defeat the physical odds
A dedicated, persistent and self-driven Unisa alumna, Wilmarie Pekeur, asserts that when she lacked the resources and was not emotionally and physically fit to attend a residential university due to her visual impairment, Unisa's accessible open and distance e-learning model made it possible for her to pursue her studies. Read more
Looking back on a decade in the service of humanity
During May, Thandeka Magwenyana from the College of Human Sciences celebrated her ten-year milestone at Unisa, an institution that she says presented her with many opportunities to achieve her career goals. Read more
Are libraries effectively bridging the gap between science and society?
A recent gathering of scholars, researchers, students and librarians, hosted by Unisa, ventilated critical questions about whether research has an impact on society, and whether innovation is reaching the community at large. Read more
Unisa awards honorary doctorate to General Secretary of the Council for World Mission
A distinguished leader in the fight for global well-being, Reverend Prof Dr Jooseop Keum, received the degree of Doctor of Philosophy in Theology (Honoris Causa) at Unisa in recognition of his immense contributions to global peace, economic and ecological justice, during a graduation ceremony held at the Muckleneuk Campus, Pretoria, on Friday 31 May 2024. Read more
Reintegrating female parolees and probationers into the community
The College of Law, in collaboration with the Department of Correctional Services and the Thandanani Drop Inn Centres, recently hosted an outreach as part of the engaged scholarship project, Tshokollo ya Setshabeng, to investigate the reintegration of female parolees and probationers into the community. Read more
Receiving Unisa honour, African brand supremo delivers powerful message on Africanness
Thebe Ikalafeng, a true beacon of visionary leadership in the realm of Africa-focused branding and marketing, had the audience on their feet with an inspirational address on being African and reclaiming African culture and identity when he received an honorary doctorate at the university on 30 May. Read more
Africa Day seminar - exploring the future of African graduates
The African graduate of the 21st century discussions took place on 23 May 2024 at the Africa Day seminar organised by Unisa's Department of Leadership and Transformation. The seminar explored the future of African graduates, both on the continent and in the global arena. Read more
Unisa KZN SBL alumni chapter appoints Dr Mano Muthusamy as chairperson
Dr Mano Muthusamy's appointment as Chairperson of the SBL Alumni Chapter KwaZulu-Natal is a milestone for the Graduate School for Business Leadership. His vast experience and strategic vision promise to steer the chapter toward fostering a community of leaders who are successful in business and champions of ethical practices and sustainable. Read more
Unisa SBL Alumni Association launches in KZN
The recent launch of the Unisa Graduate School of Business Leadership (SBL) Alumni Association KwaZulu-Natal Chapter marks a significant milestone in fostering connections and collaboration among regional business leaders. Read more
AI poses real-world dilemmas for students and academics
The real-world dilemmas that some students and staff are already encountering with generative artificial intelligence (AI) came into sharp focus during Unisa's 2024 Research and Innovation Week. Read more
