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UCT hosts maiden Language Indaba The Language Indaba gave members of the UCT community an opportunity to understand the university’s proposed language policy. 16 Sep 2024
Breaking Barriers: UCT PhD graduates champion justice and cyber-bullying UCT’s newest PhD graduates are tackling critical social issues with innovative research and practical solutions. 16 Sep 2024
UCT PhD graduates lead groundbreaking research From studying the impact of Ebola vaccine trials to exploring integrated sea urchin farming, UCT’s recent PhD graduates are at the forefront of critical, world-changing advancements. 16 Sep 2024
UCT PhD graduates pave the way with groundbreaking research From reimagining South Africa’s cultural institutions to innovating in sustainable construction materials, UCT’s newest PhD graduates are driving change and redefining academic excellence. 16 Sep 2024
Sobering inaugural lecture unpacks years of research on gender-based violence, femicide Professor Floretta Boonzaier delivered her inaugural lecture on Wednesday, 11 September. 13 Sep 2024
Pravin Gordhan (1949–2024) Anti-apartheid stalwart and recipient of a 2007 University of Cape Town (UCT) honorary doctorate, Pravin Gordhan has died. 13 Sep 2024
Pravin Gordhan (1949–2024) Anti-apartheid stalwart and recipient of a 2007 University of Cape Town (UCT) honorary doctorate, Pravin Gordhan has died. 13 Sep 2024
A childhood dream realised: Mokhine Motsoaledi’s graduation story Mokhine Motsoaledi takes us through her emotional journey to receiving her PhD in Astrophysics. 13 Sep 2024
Counting the pennies: how the FHS research finance team ensures funding keeps flowing Funding is critical to research, but the mismanagement of research funds could have catastrophic consequences. 13 Sep 2024
Finding hope and healing while researching violence: Decolonial feminist explorations into gender-based violence (GBV) and femicide Prof Floretta Boonzaier’s inaugural lecture focused on ... . 11 Sep 2024
Prof Debbie Bradshaw receives hon doc during spring graduation During the Faculty of Health Sciences graduation ceremony on Tuesday, 3 September, the University of Cape Town (UCT) awarded renowned biostatistician and epidemiologist, Professor Debbie Bradshaw with an honorary doctorate in recognition of her outstanding contribution to the field locally and abroad. 11 Sep 2024
Graduands, loved ones toast new beginnings The University of Cape Town’s (UCT) Sarah Baartman Hall came alive with festive atmosphere as graduates, who were dressed to the nines, their loved ones and academics who contributed to their success celebrated an end to an era … and the start of new beginnings. 11 Sep 2024
A special graduation: honouring the journey and those we cherish Graduation day on 4 September 2024, marked a meaningful milestone for Esona Mrwetyana, who navigated a tough transition into his postgraduate studies. 11 Sep 2024
UCT hosts joyous spring graduation The University of Cape Town (UCT) conferred over 2 000 degrees during its spring graduation season, which kicked off on Monday, September 2 and concluded on Wednesday, September 4. 11 Sep 2024
Honouring her roots: A cultural tapestry of family and identity Sinazo Mona honoured her late mother’s spirit and celebrated the journey of her life through the fabric of her diverse identity. 11 Sep 2024
Considering global perspectives on the University of the Future At an event held last month, UCT continued its conversations around the University of the Future. 10 Sep 2024
For women, by women: FemFEST is on in October UCT’s Commercial Development unit is gearing up for a celebration of women this October. 10 Sep 2024
Pearly Joubert chats MSc in Neuroscience, Women in Science Award Pearly Joubert’s MSc in Neuroscience explores whether acupuncture can aid healing following an ischemic stroke. 10 Sep 2024
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