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UCT GSB Library on a mission to increase pool of blood stem cell donors
The University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) Library is on a mission to increase the pool of blood stem cell (bone marrow) donors in South Africa and lend a hand in the global fight against blood cancers.
22 Nov 2023
Six UCT scholars head to Oxford University after receiving prestigious Rhodes Scholarships
Six University of Cape Town (UCT) scholars have received the prestigious Rhodes Scholarships to study at Oxford University in 2024. The six scholars-elect – Justine Crook-Mansour, Daniel Erasmus, Sagel Kundieko, Mothibi Mathivha, Leago Sebesho and Savannah Verhage – are part of the ten exceptional young graduates from across the Southern Africa region.
21 Nov 2023
In remembrance: Rhahamodien Allie
It is with great sadness that we inform you of the passing of our colleague, Mr Rhahamodien Allie (65).
21 Nov 2023
UCT research explores precarious balance of sleep, light and sedentarism among gamers
With frequent and long stints at their computers, the average gamer is a sedentary night owl, often compromising on sleep – especially quality sleep – and being exposed to too much blue light. The topic has been explored in University of Cape Town (UCT) PhD candidate Chadley Kemp’s doctoral thesis.
21 Nov 2023
UCT students dominate Rhodes Scholarship 2024 awards
Of the 10 Rhodes Scholars-Elect for 2024 from Southern Africa, announced on 12 November, six are either current or former UCT students.
20 Nov 2023
Senate resolution on Middle East conflict
The University of Cape Town (UCT) Senate has taken a resolution on the conflict in Gaza.
20 Nov 2023
PhD research explores precarious balance of sleep, light and sedentarism among gamers
Too much, too little, too often. Chadley Kemp’s PhD research explores the tricky balance of sleep, light and sedentarism in the lives of gamers.
20 Nov 2023
VC interim’s first 250 days in office bring stability, equanimity
Professor Daya Reddy’s first 250 days in office have been devoted to restoring a stable environment and conditions at the university.
20 Nov 2023
Sutherland reburial dates confirmed for November 2023
Following the relevant authorisation by the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture earlier this year and a permit granted previously by the South African Heritage Resource Agency, the University of Cape Town (UCT) confirms that the Sutherland Reburial will take in November 2023.
17 Nov 2023
Sutherland reburial to take place in November
Following authorisation by the Minister of Sports, Arts and Culture, and a permit granted by the South African Heritage Resource Agency, we now have a confirmed date for the Sutherland Reburial.
17 Nov 2023
Enhanced emergency preparedness and protocols measures
We are on a journey to bolster emergency and disaster management preparedness and protocol measures.
17 Nov 2023
Inaugural Future Leaders cohort laud valuable, insightful programme
The Future Leaders Programme has advanced the inaugural cohort’s academic careers in a myriad of ways.
17 Nov 2023
Newly qualified teachers wrap up ‘bumpy’ maiden year of teaching
For the eighth consecutive year, the Newly Qualified Teachers Project has steered early-career teachers through their inaugural year in the classroom.
16 Nov 2023
SRD Grant: What is it you are trying to solve?
UCT’s Prof Haroon Bhorat delivered a presentation on the implications of the Social Relief of Distress Grant at the SARB–UCT financial stability research conference.
16 Nov 2023
Invitation: Initiatives to improve and transform surgical education and training
Professor Michael Held, a consultant in the Department of Orthopaedic Surgery at the University of Cape Town (UCT) and Groote Schuur Hospital, will deliver the last lecture of the year in the UCT Inaugural Lecture Series on Thursday, 16 November 2023. The lecture will focus on initiatives to improve and transform surgical education and training and is titled “Right Down to the Bone - Orthopaedic Training and Education”.
15 Nov 2023
In remembrance: Khulani Mbuyisa
It is with heavy hearts that we share the news of the passing of our second-year student, Ms Khulani Mbuyisa, (21).
15 Nov 2023
UCT’s Teaching & Learning Conference on 21–22 November
As we gear up for the 2023 UCT Teaching and Learning Conference on 21 and 22 November 2023, we are excited to share a glimpse of the sessions that await you.
15 Nov 2023
Update on DVC Research and Internationalisation
Emer Prof Daya Reddy writes to the campus community about the early retirement next year of the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (DVC) for Research and Internationalisation, Professor Sue Harrison.
14 Nov 2023
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