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International grant boost for student retention and success at Unisa
Unisa’s Student Retention Unit has secured a share of a $6 million grant from the Kresge Foundation, which is aimed at helping universities enhance their efforts in improving student retention and success. Read more
National research in economics with a global reach
Unisa has responded to the developments brought about by changing times, the needs of a developing country and society at large. A case in point is the financial and related research of Unisan Prof Sin-Yu Ho. Read more
Reclaiming African feminism: Unveiling new perspectives
Diving into vibrant discussions at the Unisa CNA Research Symposium, scholars and practitioners explored the evolving definitions of Feminism, Womanist and Bosadi Theorisations. Read more
Unisa's Malawi open day sparks excitement and inspiration
Unisa's recent visit to Lilongwe, Malawi, was a vibrant and engaging event that showcased the university's dedication to accessible education and community outreach. The event left a lasting impact, inspiring prospective and current students alike. Read more
DLS capacitates staff through interpreting workshop
Facilitated by the Stellenbosch University Language Centre, Unisa’s Directorate Language Services recently presented a workshop where attendees were introduced to the intricacies of interpretation. Read more
The role of HE in leveraging AI: Insights from an expert panel
Speaking at Unisa's recent Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium. experts discussed how higher education institutions can effectively leverage artificial intelligence to enhance educational outcomes, research and institutional development. Read more
Finding the balance between inclusivity and academic performance in HE
In the competitive landscape of higher education, do our support systems promote genuine inclusivity or simply reinforce a survival-of-the-fittest mentality? This was one of the topics under discussion at Unisa’s recent Catalytic Niche Area Research Symposium. Read more
How Moe Cassim's Unisa journey empowered him to transform lives
In a world where resilience often shapes destiny, the story of Moe Cassim is a powerful testament to overcoming adversity and transforming personal challenges into a beacon of hope for others. Read more
Inhlanyelo Hub empowers Ethiopian alumni with business development skills
Unisa's Ethiopian Regional Office teamed up with Inhlanyelo Hub for a dynamic five-day programme in Addis Ababa, featuring a two-day ideation workshop and an engagement dinner with alumni. Attendees explored innovative business ideas, focusing on agriculture, textiles, and more. The workshop also delved into the unique challenges of Ethiopian policies and practices. Read more
Unisa improves global ranking yet again
In the first six months of 2024, the university moved from 797th to 736th in global rankings as evaluated by Webometrics. Read more
