SA Publication Awards FINALIST 2017
Grade 11 Top achievers function: 11 August 2017
1 200 attend the spectacular All Girls’ Festival! Academic achievers receive a Vice-Chancellor Discretionary Merit Award Families of dentists and veterinarians at UP Outstanding achievements of UP students UP A Capella winners
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Editorials
TuksSport
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Petrus Lombard Project Manager: JuniorTukkie
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Setlogane Manchidi Head: Investec Social Investment
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The University of Pretoria is moving up... #ChooseUP
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general
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32 SA Publication Forum Awards
Newsmakers
faculty news
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33 Education
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36 Veterinary Science
juniortukkie
41 Economic and Management Sciences
11 Mamelodi Maths and Science Programme (MMSP) 12 Mamelodi Campus: Extended programmes 13 The DESA Enrichment Programme 15 Aptitude tests 16 Vice-Chancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award 2017 17 JuniorTukkie activities 19 The JuniorTukkie Generation 23 UP Libraries
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Kenneth Mabala
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The All Girls’ Festival Tuks and AHMP hosts All Girls’
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Residences at up
CULTURE
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63 A Capella 2017
65 House Boekenhout
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Editorials
JuniorTukkie gaan groot! Die JuniorTukkie-inisiatief word beskou as die vlagskipprojek van die Afdeling Werwing in die Departement Toelating en Studenteadministrasie (DTSA). Die jaar 2017 was ‘n besondere besige jaar in die JuniorTukkie-kantoor waartydens ons ‘n paar nuwe inisiatiewe geloods het. Die doel daarvan is om meer voornemende studente voor te berei vir universiteitstudies. Nuwe inisiatiewe sluit die volgende in: a) Die ‘Mamelodi Maths and Science Programme’ waar 450 leerders aan e-leerprogramme, ekstra Wiskundeen Fisiese Wetenskappeklasse en ‘n verrykingsprogram vanjaar deelgeneem het. b) Die DTSA/JuniorTukkie-uitreikprogram het meer as 20 000 Graad 9, 10, 11 en 12 leerders in 8 provinsies bereik in samewerking met verskeie CSI-instansies, soos Kutlwanong (Promaths), Ignoblis, Dimension Data, Ermelo Education District, SAICA en die Suid-Afrikaanse Instituut vir Geoktrooieerde Rekenmeesters (SAIGR). c) JuniorTukkie was vir die eerste keer betrokke by die ‘I want to be a VET weekend’ wat by Onderstepoortkampus plaasgevind het. d) Een van ons opwindende nuwe JuniorTukkieprojekte is die lewendige uitsendings via die JT APP van onder andere die Graad 11toppresteerdersfunksie en die Wiskundeeksamenvoorbereidingsklasse wat tydens die Winterskool vir Graad 12-leerders en Somerskool vir Graad 11-leerders aangebied is. e) In 2018 word ons eerste ’Walk the Talk with UP–, #Choose UP’-byeenkoms vir Graad 10leerders aangebied. f) ‘n JuniorTukkie-aansporingsprogram, ‘VUKA,’ word vroeg in 2018 bekendgestel waardeur JT-lede afslag kan kry op etes, lugtyd en flieks. g) Die Graad 9-leerders is ook vanaf 2017 ingeskakel by die JuniorTukkie-projek. h) ʼn ‘JT Alumni Mixer’ is vir die eerste keer hierdie jaar aangebied. Hierdie nuwe inisiatief skep geleentheid vir JT-Alumni om finansïele bydraes te maak tot die JT ‘Sustainability fund’. Hierdie fondse sal aangewend word om meer leerders in staat te stel om hulle potensiaal te bereik en hulle te ondersteun. Namens die JuniorTukkie-span, ons opregte dank aan DTSA-bestuur vir hul ondersteuning in al ons projekte.
Petrus Lombard
Projekbestuurder: JuniorTukkie
Choose to be yourself at all times In a world driven largely by social media in which people often portray a certain, but not necessarily true, reflection of themselves, I encourage you to be authentic. Growing up in the dusty rural village of Ga-Phaahla, I was at times, envious of those who appeared to be better off than we were. I aspired to walk in the shoes of those more fortunate than me. While dreams and aspirations must be encouraged, it’s important that we are reminded not to lose our sense of self in pursuit of that which we wish to be or achieve. You must not live a lie by pretending to be that which you are not. There is only one you. In living a lie you deny your reality and deprive yourself of the opportunity to realise your true self, which may be out of the ordinary. Dream big, yes. Pursue success, but remain grounded in who you are. Your identity and family background will always be a huge part of your character and must always be embraced. I am very proud of my identity and associated struggles for they have shaped me into who I am today. No one can ever be a better version of you, you are unique with your own God-given talents and abilities. Although I spread my feet like a duck when I walk, that is me. Like me, be comfortable with who you are, be it the way you walk, talk or even smile. I often hear people trying to imitate the late president Nelson Mandela in the way he spoke but, while some come close, they don’t succeed. That was his way of speaking, with his own accent, and he was better at it than anyone else.
Accept who you are before you expect others to accept you. The world may pass judgement but it is for you to be comfortable in your own skin. Embrace your individuality, remember that you will trip and fall many times along life’s journey but that should never change who you are. It’s not necessarily a true reflection of your worth and capabilities, it strengthens your character. It is better to conquer yourself than win the world’s external battles. Work with every day’s challenges and always seek to become better and stronger. It is okay to be critical of self every now and then, it’s also okay to give yourself a pat on the back when deserved. You can choose to love yourself but that does not mean feeling sorry for yourself. Choose to love yourself, loving yourself leads to self-respect, discipline and the ability to love others. It is not selfish as you need to take care of yourself first so you can take care of others. You can’t pour or share from an empty cup, be deliberate about making time for self-reflection and refilling your own cup for the betterment of your body and mental abilities. In my view, choosing self leads to confidence and with confidence comes the potential to achieve that which you believe you can. Remain humble, kind and choose to shine so that you can be light unto self and others. Yours in social development
Setlogane Manchidi
Head: Investec Social Investment
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Editorials
The University of Pretoria is moving up... #ChooseUP The University of Pretoria (UP) has improved its position on the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Ranking survey. Out of the 1 102 institutions which THE considered for ranking UP was placed in the 601-800 bracket. These rankings are the only global performance tables that judge research-intensive universities on the basis of teaching, research, citations, industry income and international outlook, using 13 performance indicators. The University has improved its overall score in each of the categories listed. It has improved its ranked positions in teaching from 583 to 509 and for research from position 388 to 374 from 2016 to 2017. These two areas make up 60% of the final score. In addition to this, UP has strong formal partnerships with industry and was placed in position 171 worldwide for industry income.
‘The University of Pretoria is committed to world-class teaching and research. We are pleased to see that this focus is paying off with improved rankings, especially when we are compared to top institutions around the world.’ - UP Vice-Principal for Research and Postgraduate Education, Prof Stephanie Burton.
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Winning woman at the University of Pretoria Staff and students at the University of Pretoria are delighted that our Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Cheryl de la Rey received an award in the category Education, at the 37th Businesswoman of the Year Award ceremony, which was held at the Sandton Convention Centre in September 2017.
Five hundred business leaders gathered for the event. There were thirteen finalists. The other winners were: Dr Shaheda Omar, Director of Clinical Services at The Teddy Bear Clinic, who won in the category: Social entrepreneur; Faith Khanyile, CEO of the Women’s Development Bank, who won in the category: Corporate; and Johanna Mukoki, Group CEO of Travel with Flair, who won in the category: Entrepreneur.
Professor Cheryl de la Rey, Ms Johanna Mukoki and Dr Shaheda Omar
Prof Cheryl de la Rey
The Minister of Small Business Development, Lindiwe Zulu laments the lack of female representation and encouraged the ladies present to answer this question, ‘What are you going to tell your grandchildren one day?’
The guest speaker, Meaza Ashenafi, called on women to rise above tough personal circumstances and make a difference in their homes, workplaces and communities.
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Tuks and AHMP hosts All Girls’ By Erna de Villiers
On the weekend from 27 to 30 April 2017, close to 1 200 girls from across the country gathered in Pretoria to take part in the All Girls’ Festival. It is said that when women support each other, incredible things happen… The All Girls’ Festival is hosted by a different participating school each year. It was with great enthusiasm that Afrikaanse Hoër Meisieskool Pretoria (AHMP) teamed up with the University of Pretoria (UP) to host the 18th All Girls Festival. Ms Marna Jordaan, Principal of AHMP, puts it succinctly in her welcome letter:
‘The festival brings together young people from all walks of life, creates opportunities to build new friendships and fosters a better understanding of unity in diversity. We learn to respect our differences yet celebrate the unique privilege of being girls in public single-sex schools.’ The event kicked off with an explosive opening ceremony on Thursday evening at UP’s Hatfield Campus. The Rautenbach Hall was transformed for a jovial evening where coaches, teachers and sponsors could mingle. The learners gathered in the Aula for a huge surprise: none other than local legends FreshlyGround entertained the crowd of energetic girls. Friday morning saw all venues abuzz with the various activities. The main venue at AHMP hosted sports and cultural codes. Beyond the Plate cooking competition welcomed guest chef Nicolas van der Walt for a demonstration in chocolate. The girls had an opportunity to show off their own culinary skills with a mystery basket challenge.
Creative Writing participants enjoyed workshops by Dr Verna Brown that had everyone enthralled. Debating and Public Speaking sparked brilliant arguments and good conversation, while the sweet sounds of Serenade groups interluded with a drumming circle. Renowned artist Jan van der Merwe led a Visual Arts workshop, with the resulting paintings on show by the end of the weekend.
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The All Girls’ Festival Beyond the Plate cooking competition
Creative Writing
Debating and Public Speaking
Visual Arts workshop
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The All Girls’ Festival Drama
Combined Schools’ Orchestra
Chess
Tennis and Squash
Hockey
Netball
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The All Girls’ Festival The marvellous UP theatre facilities at Die Lier and Die Masker were made available for Drama, where learners produced short films from screenwriting to final editing. The combined schools’ orchestra used the facilities at AHMP and Pretoria High School for Girls, and had the opportunity to experience a performance of Puccini’s opera Tosca. Sports fields at AHMP were alive with Hockey and Netball. The University of Pretoria Tennis and Squash Centres at its Hillcrest Campus (LC de Villiers Sports grounds) made their first class facilities available. Chess took place at AHMP with a Swiss system tournament over eight rounds. Four player teams played Golf at different courses in Pretoria. A truly unifying atmosphere prevailed with all competitions and teams giving their ultimate best. The wonderful Pretoria weather endured, and music and food trucks, along with the beloved Vincent’s Restaurant on the AHMP grounds, made for a gregarious festival.
The festival theme, Beyond#, was chosen to embrace the opportunity that technology has provided in bringing people closer by means of communication regardless of the distance separating them.
An App has been developed enabling all to follow the events of the day from anywhere in South Africa. Family and friends who were unable to travel to Pretoria could stay connected throughout. Participants were encouraged to share their experience and update their progress via Facebook and Instagram. The festival atmosphere became tangible with tags like #girlpower and #girltalent making the rounds. A large part of going Beyond# was a charity campaign that ran concurrently with the festival whereby lunches and dinners that were not used, were delivered to the needy in Pretoria’s inner city. We also encouraged recycling with dedicated bins for that purpose. The festival ended on a high note on Sunday with the Vice Chancellor and Principal of UP, Prof Cheryl de la Rey, addressing all participants in AHMP’s beautiful main hall. The girls left with the uplifting message of possibility and empowerment ringing clear. Girls’ schools are a place for young women to truly occupy all positions of responsibility and accountability. In this way, girls become role models and are empowered to become whatever their hearts desire. The 2017 All Girls’ Festival will no doubt be remembered for years to come.
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Newsmaker
Blind man on the edge
Kenneth Mabala
Kenneth Mabala was born in Soshunguwe to a blind father and sight-impaired mother. He too was blind from birth, but his three brothers and sister have no sight problems. He attended the Prinshof School and then went on to study music at the University of Pretoria (UP).
‘All the Mabala’s sing well! My mother, in particular, has a superb voice! Vocally I studied under Barbara Tellinger at Tuks and I also did an extra course under the renowned soprano, Michelle Veenemans. I have sung in choirs, groups and solo and my classical training has equipped me with the techniques I need to follow a profession as a singer. My first love is to be a jazz singer, but I must confess that the blues take me places.’
and he were picked. Three weeks later they were on their way to play in the T20 tournament in Cape Town and they walked away as champions.
Kenneth can accompany himself on the piano and acoustic guitar and has recently taken up the flute too. He completed his degree in 2016 and has registered to study law at UNISA since graduating.
‘I gave death the proverbial middle finger. I refused to quit. That helped me to recover and became a turning point in my life. The injuries forced me to take a break from cricket for nineteen months, but I started playing again in 2013 for the Tuks Blind Cricket Team. In 2015 we were top of the league and participated in the national T20 tournament in Cape Town, but we got smacked. It was not our finest moment. All sportsmen and women have to deal with disappointment and get back in the game afterwards. I was selected for the 23-man national squad and for the 17-man squad, which meant that I left with the team to play in India on 26 January 2017, and it was a spectacular experience! We played nine games and in the second game I batted and contributed 42 runs.
Kenneth participated in the Star Forte Competition (2004), the Beeld Eisteddfod and he sang with the Tshwane Gospel Choir. His dream job would be that of studio musician and he would love to be a performing artist that is able to release albums. But Kenneth is not only about music, he started playing blind cricket in 2002 and in 2012 he played for the Northern’s Blind Cricket team. He was approached by the Student Sport Committee (SSC) at Tuks who needed two players. His friend, Mashooda,
One week later tragedy struck. Kenneth was involved in a car accident, which left him with a broken collarbone, broken ribs and badly injured knees. He spent a week in a wheelchair, but during that time Kenneth made a decision:
Even though we did not do well overall, I was incredibly proud to sing the South African national anthem in front of thousands of spectators and players. One feels so proud to represent your country overseas, and Blind Cricket is HUGE in India. They had television drones flying overhead to live broadcast every game.’ Kenneth has actively sought to motivate learners at both Prinshof and Philadelphia Schools to put together teams of players, who can be drafted into the provincial and ultimately the national squad. Developing the game is important to Kenneth.
‘I believe that there is a life to be lived out there and that attitude is everything! Chase hard after the dreams in your heart no matter what the obstacles. Don’t let setbacks make you quit. Remember what it feels like to win or how good you feel when you do something for someone else. I want to live at peace with myself. Financial stability is important, but don’t only focus on material stuff. I am keen to become employed full-time. When the door of opportunity opens, you must be ready to walk in and own that space. I have beautiful dreams for our future and so should you!’
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Newsmaker
A Q&A session reveals
a remarkable young man
Hjalmar Rall is a first-year BSc (Physics) student at the University of Pretoria. He was born in the Western Cape and grew up in Riebeek Kasteel, a small town some 80 km away from Cape Town. He is an only child.
Hjalmar, as a top academic achiever, was a recipient of the Vice Chancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award.
to my posts. You can see more on hjalmar1234.wordpress.com.”
Gifted with a fine mind and sparkling blue eyes, this is a young man who eagerly embraces opportunities and is keen to make a significant difference in the world. He attributes his achievements to date to the significant role his parents have played in his life.
make time during the day to drink coffee with my class mates and friends.”
What are your hobbies and interests outside your studies?
Why did you choose to come to the University of Pretoria to pursue your studies?
Mostly reading and photography. I have dabbled to some extent in threedimensional computer art. I also play piano and enjoy swimming from time to time.
“My parents have gone to great lengths to support me and get me where I am today.”
“TUKS is an excellent institution and they offered me the best opportunity. I believe that my studies at TUKS will allow me to achieve my goal of obtaining an excellent qualification in physics, both in terms of undergraduate and postgraduate studies.”
Why did you choose to pursue studies in Physics? What interests you about this field?
Hjalmar was home-schooled and completed his Cambridge A-Levels at the age of thirteen. He obtained a distinction in Physics, and a B in Maths and Chemistry.
What do you love about the BSc (Physics) programme offered at Tuks?
“I think Physics is one of the fields with the greatest number of unanswered questions. I believe that there is little more interesting than exploring questions which have never even been considered before.”
“Home-schooling suited me perfectly. I devoted four hours per day to my subjects and could then use the remainder of the day to explore and read up on things that interest me. The benefit of home-schooling for me personally was that I could do more intellectually stimulating work and I had the opportunity to work at my own pace. Home-schooling requires discipline, but the shorter hours makes it less daunting. I started a blog and am often surprised by the response
“I am really enjoying the Mathematics modules. We have excellent lecturers and I am learning something new every day.”
You are obviously a hard worker and a very intelligent young man. What would you say attributed to your academic success up to now?
What would your dream job be one day?
“I hope to do research in physics someday. I would be happy if I could continue asking questions, finding answers, and learning for as long as possible. I definitely intend to further my studies and would be keen to pursue postgraduate studies at universities overseas too.”
“Hard work of course, but more importantly, one needs motivation. At the moment I am focusing on doing well with my academic modules, as my time is rather limited. I do, however,
Minimum requirements for 2019 Achievement level English Home Language or English First Additional Language
BSc (Physics) [3 years] Closing dates: SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
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The Mamelodi Mathematics and Science Programme (MMSP) By Edwin Smith
The MMSP seeks to equip and empower learners in schools in and around Mamelodi with the Mathematics and Physical Science skills required to excel in their school work and ultimately qualify for admission to a university degree of their choice.
On Saturday, 22 April 2017, the ViceChancellor and Principal, together with other members of the University of Pretoria’s Executive, deans, deputy deans, directors of support services, corporate partners like ABSA, and local school principals participated in the relaunch of the MMSP in the Mamelodi Campus’s Arena. The relaunch was occasioned by the new focus, structure and partnership characterising the MMSP, which is now partnered with JuniorTukkie, the Kutlwanong’s Promath Centre and the Hatfield Christian Online School’s e-learning programme. A total of 450 learners from schools in Mamelodi between Grade 10 and Grade 12 form part of the MMSP on Mamelodi Campus. The learners attend extensive weekend classes at the Promath Centre and visit the Campus one grade per day to supplement their learning through online exercises. The MMSP is another way the Mamelodi Campus is empowering young people in its community to reach their goals and make a positive contribution towards their futures.
Solidifying partnerships
As a follow-up to the relaunch of the MMSP in March 2017, Prof Nthabiseng Ogude, Dean of the Mamelodi Campus, met with the MMSP partners, Kutlwanong, Promath, Hatfield Christian Online School and Dimension Data, on the Mamelodi Campus on 23 August 2017. These partnerships will ensure valuable support for the MMSP programme.
Recruitment drive 2017
On 19 August 2017, Prof Ogude welcomed over 300 Grade 10, Grade 11 and Grade 12 learners and their parents to the Mamelodi Campus as part of its new recruitment drive. The learners were introduced to the notion of Mamelodi Campus being an alternative pathway into Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) and commerce fields of study. Participants in the event explained the various admission requirements for studies at the University of Pretoria to the learners and their parents, as well
as the processes pertaining to financial assistance. Initiatives like this will go a long way towards Mamelodi Campus achieving its goal in terms of increased student numbers.
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Mamelodi Campus: Extended programmes
MMSP learners in laboratories
Here’s your chance! Foundation programmes offered on the Mamelodi Campus and their admission requirements: Minimum requirements for 2019 Achievement level
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Candidates who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for the Biological Sciences programmes may be considered for admission to the BSc – Extended programme for the Biological and Agricultural Sciences. This programme takes a year longer than the normal programmes to complete. BSc – Extended programme for the Biological and Agricultural Sciences
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The suggested second-choice programme for the BSc – Extended programme for the Biological and Agricultural Sciences is the BEd (Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching) – Grades 7 to 12 (with elective modules in natural sciences). Candidates, who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for the Physical Sciences programmes, may be considered for admission to the BSc – Extended programme for the Physical Sciences. This programme takes a year longer than the normal programmes to complete. BSc – Extended programme for the Physical Sciences
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The suggested second-choice programmes for the BSc – Extended programme for the Physical Sciences are the BSc – Extended programme for the Mathematical Sciences and the BEd (Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching) – Grades 7 to 12 (with elective modules in natural sciences). Candidates, who do not comply with the minimum admission requirements for the Mathematical Sciences programmes, may be considered for admission to the BSc – Extended programme for the Mathematical Sciences. This programme takes a year longer than the normal programmes to complete. BSc – Extended programme for the Mathematical Sciences
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The suggested second-choice programmes for the BSc – Extended programme for the Mathematical Sciences are the BSc – Extended programme for the Physical Sciences and the BEd (Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching) – Grades 7 to 12 (with elective modules in natural sciences).
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Mathematics
HIGCSE
AS Level
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Note: The first year of study is presented at the Mamelodi Campus. Admission is subject to selection. Careers: Career opportunities depend on the field of study chosen by students in their second year of study.
For information regarding your Foundation Programme study career, as well as application and admission to the programmes, please visit www.up.ac.za/en/faculty-of-natural-agricultural-sciences/article/16226/up-four-year-programmes
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JuniorTukkie is on the move
Learners attending the DESA/JuniorTukkie Provincial Enrichment Programme
The Department of Enrolment and Student Administration (DESA) launched its first JuniorTukkie Enrichment Programme in January this year. Ten months later, and more than 30 000 learners from Grade 9 to 12 and parents in eight provinces as well as several CSI partners, benefited from this initiative, which is well on track to become one of the University of Pretoria’s flagship projects. Successful JT projects, such as the JuniorTukkie Empowerment Week, the Grade 12 Preparation Conference, the Information Session for Grade 9 learners and parents, the Relationshipbuilding Session with Life Orientation teachers and career counsellors, career exhibitions and expos have been expanded to reach more schools, learners and parents across the country. The Enrichment programme includes presentations on life skills, mathematical reasoning, time management and study methods. Learners and parents receive information about ‘What JuniorTukkie is all about’. E-learning forms a great part of this initiative and the aim is to provide online academic support to teachers and learners
in Mathematics and Physical Science. The new live streaming function on the JT APP provides opportunities for those who are not able to attend information sessions due to time or financial constraints. Learners already benefited from the live broadcast of the Mathematics and Physical Science classes during the Grade 12 Winter School as well as the Grade 11 Top achiever’s Function and some of the Grade 11 Empowerment Week sessions in June this year. The DESA/JuniorTukkie Enrichment Programme includes sessions for Grade 9 learners and their parents during which important information about Grade 10 subject choices, admission requirements, fees and funding, residence placement and the University of Pretoria’s application process is shared.
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JuniorTukkie on the move JuniorTukkie partners Dimension Data, Kutlwanong (18 ProMaths centres), the Moreme Science Project and SAICA, amongst others, add great value to this initiative. JuniorTukkie Ambassadors share their success stories with learners in their communities. More learners will benefit from the DESA/JuniorTukkie Enrichment Programme in 2018 via the new ‘Grade 10 Walk the Talk, #ChooseUP Day’ – watch this space!
We empower learners and prospective students to make responsible study and career choices and to experience a smooth transition from high school to university.
Grateful
Appreciate
Interesting
UP is great
Informative
Motivational
Enjoyable Just superb
A brighter future
Inspiring My path to greatness
Time management
Extended my values
I had a great time
Awesome
Comments from those who attended the DESA Enrichment programme
I am a brand Opened my mind Increased my knowledge
I feel proud of myself
I can dream again
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Aptitude tests Appointments for aptitude tests for all enrolled UP students can be made at Student Support. Enrolled UP students’ testing is free of charge. Student Support Reception Tel +27 (0)12 420 2333
Learners who are unsure what career they would like to follow one day, should first decide which field they are interested in, for example, health sciences, social sciences, natural sciences, engineering, etc. Then learners are encouraged to collect as much information as possible on the fields they are interested in to bring them closer to the career options in that particular field.
Obtaining sufficient, correct information is vital. Learners should then be offered advice and guidance that will enable them to make sound decisions, but it must be their OWN career choice. Learners must take ownership for the final decision they make. School Psychologists at schools in your area can refer you to qualified people who can do psychometric tests.
One excellent source of information can be accessed on the PACE Career website: Go to www.pacecareers.com. Click on “Services”. Scroll down and click on “Get career guidance” and then on “Start questionnaire”. Register to complete the questionnaire. It consists of 105 statements with “Yes” or “No” answers. When you’ve completed the questionnaire, a profile of your fields of career interests will be provided. It clearly indicates the fields in which your interest are strongest. Beside each field of interest, you can click on the possible careers in those fields, where you will receive detailed information on the career as well as the programmes you can consider and the subjects you will need to apply for these programmes. Job shadowing is also recommended, because this will give learners experience in the field they are considering.
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Deserving new first-year students receive the Vice-Chancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award A very select group of students attended a High Tea, hosted by the Vice-Chancellor and Principal of the University of Pretoria, Prof Cheryl de la Rey, on Friday, 19 May 2017.
This special occasion was held to acknowledge and celebrate academic merit and achievement of 46 registered UP students. These students were selected to receive the Vice-Chancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award (VCDMA), which is made available to only a few individuals based on excellent Grade 12 results after careful consideration by the VCDMA Committee consisting of Vice-Principals Proff Norman Duncan and Anton Ströh and Executive Director Prof Carolina Koornhof. The Vice-Chancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award was introduced a year ago and all 13 of the 2016 recipients are still studying at the University of Pretoria. This year, the number of awards was increased to 46 new first-year students. All VCDMA awardees achieved an excellent academic average for their matric examinations and were among the top performers in their province. Most of these students maintained an academic average of 90% or higher, with numerous distinctions – up to ten in one instance.
Delighted recipients of the ViceChancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award
Among them are, for example, the two top performers in Gauteng, Marlé Grabe and Rhoda Hartzer, and Karl Hellberg from Vryheid High School, who was placed third overall in KwaZuluNatal. Thembinkosi Manyeruke of Tsakane Secondary School obtained 100% in three subjects, ie Mathematics, Physical Science and Life Sciences. Also among this year’s award recipients is one of the youngest ever first-year students at UP. At only 14 years of age, when most teenagers are still at high school, Hjalmar Rall from the Western Cape is pursuing his dreams to become a scientist at UP in the company of 18-year-old classmates.
Prof Cheryl de la Rey
In some instances, in spite of having to overcome hardships and challenging circumstances, students persevered and succeeded far beyond expectation. Prof De la Rey encourages the students to succeed – not only in graduating, but also to complete their degree programme in the shortest possible time. Successful transition from school to university is a major challenge and this is true for the exceptional academic performers too, as the first year, especially, can be filled with obstacles and hurdles. Students are encouraged to make full use of student support on campus. At the same time it remains important to maintain a balance between academic, sport and social activities. Over and above academic excellence, the University strongly endorses a holistic approach to education, which encourages our students to participate fully in the wide variety of sports, arts and culture, leadership and social activities on offer at UP through the various student structures, clubs and sports codes.
The Vice-Chancellor’s Discretionary Merit Award, which includes a scholarship to the amount of R130 000 over three years, should assist these students to concentrate on their studies but also to maintain a balanced student life and learn how to flourish in a new and diverse community.
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JuniorTukkie
JuniorTukkie activities
By Petrus Lombard
JT Alumni Mixer creates opportunities for JuniorTukkies to pay it forward The JuniorTukkie Student Ambassador Society (JTSAS)* held its first annual Alumni Mixer on Friday, 21 July 2017 at Adler Cuisine on the Hatfield Campus of the University of Pretoria (UP). Mr Wallace Isaacs, Deputy Director in the Department of Enrolment and Student Administration opened the event by welcoming all guests, who filled the room with joy and anticipation. He explained that the purpose behind creating the Alumni Sub-Committee within the JuniorTukkie Student Ambassador Society, is for students to have a lifelong relationship with UP and to network with graduates and professionals. This initiative also creates opportunities for Alumni members to pay it forward and give back by sharing their knowledge and experiences with people in their communities.
and professionals as it shapes character and increases levels of resistance. In the second half of the JT Alumni Mixer, one of our undergraduate JuniorTukkie members gave a performance based on students who are suffering from depression and having hearts that are crying out for help as they roam around the student halls on Campus. This special piece of art work was breathtaking as every move she made had its own special language of pain and sorrow. Her performance gave purpose to this special event as well as to the establishment of the JT Alumni SubCommittee.
After all the formal proceedings, guests were treated to a delicious dinner prepared by Adler Cuisine.
“Change starts with you, but it doesn’t start until you do.” - Tom Ziglar. Go to www.up.ac.za/juniortukkie > Galleries for the Alumni Mixer.
Join JT Alumni by completing an online form at JT APP > JuniorTukkie > ‘Apply for JT membership’.
All eyes and ears were locked on Amon Moleko, whose enthusiasm and energy was contagious and his motivational words surely moved the crowd. Amon is an Associate Economist at the Reserve Bank. He truly spoke the JuniorTukkie language: “Never give up”, he says, “Don’t let failure define you, it is not the end of the world. Your failures only direct you to a greater plan and purpose.” Kelebogile Thlokoe encouraged all students to welcome new people into their circle of friends
* The JuniorTukkie Student Ambassador Society (JTSAS) was established to assist the JuniorTukkie Office with its various projects. During participation, students experience personal growth and they gain valuable knowledge and leadership skills. JTSAS members are trained as ambassadors for the University of Pretoria. This JuniorTukkie initiative provides opportunities for these students to give back by sharing their knowledge and experiences with people in their communities. Once a member of JTSAS, students must complete 40 hours’ administrative work in the JuniorTukkie Office. By completing this mandatory service, they earn the privilege to become mentors to younger students and learners during JuniorTukkie events which include Welcome Day for new first-year students, Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology Weeks, UP Open Day, JuniorTukkie Grade 11 Top Achievers Function, JuniorTukkie Grade 12 Preparation Conference, and many more. Students may, from their third-year of study, become part of the JT Alumni. This is a lifelong relationship which gives students an opportunity to invest in the lives of future JuniorTukkie generations, by contributing their expertise, time and if they wish, a once-off or monthly donation towards the JuniorTukkie Sustainability Fund. Please contact Mr Petrus Lombard, Project Manager: JuniorTukkie to get more information at junior.tukkie@up.ac.za.
Tswelopele Building (Faculty of Health Sciences) on the Prinshof Campus
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The JuniorTukkie Generation We inspire future leaders Projects of the JuniorTukkie Student Ambassador’s Society (JTSAS) JT 40 hours of community service Touching lives by inspiring future leaders JT Ambassador’s Project Mandela Day outreaches JT Sustainability Fund Tutor classes JT Alumni project Assistance in the JT Office JT international outreach
NEW (2018) initiatives Grade 10 ‘Walk the Talk’ #ChooseUP initiative
JuniorTukkie/ Faculty open days
Faculty of Veterinary Science Faculty of Health Sciences
JuniorTukkie in numbers In 2017, seven Grade 10 and 11 Information Sessions were hosted in 8 provinces; they were attended by 20 000 learners. The Lectorsa online reading development programme has issued 2 650 programmes from 2008 to 2017. SpecSavers have tested 2 431 Grade 11 learners’ eyesight, and 40% of these learners received spectacles free of charge. In 2017, 104 learners of the 214 learners tested, received spectacles. The JT website, www.up.ac.za/ juniortukkie has had 709 386 visits since the launch of the new website two years ago. For the prior five years we had more than two million visits. The JT magazine was started in 2006 and today 28 magazines have been published. The JT magazine has received numerous merit awards. The Grade 11 Summer School and Grade 12 Winter School live streaming project started in 2017.
13 years
The JuniorTukkie initiative started in 2004 and is still going from strength to strength after 13 years.
4 570
In 2004 the JuniorTukkie Club had two members. Today more than 4 500 Grade 9 to 12 learners as well as firstto final-year students are JuniorTukkie members.
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To date, 11 Grade 11 Empowerment Weeks (supported by Investec) have been hosted by the JuniorTukkie Office. 1 659 learners have attended the Empowerment Weeks.
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The JuniorTukkie Office has also hosted nine Grade 12 Preparation Conferences, also supported by Investec. 1 620 learners have attended the Preparation Conferences.
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Nine Grade 11 Top Achiever’s functions were held with a staggering attendance of 6 420 learners.
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Our second Grade 9 Information Session was attended by 1 140 learners and their parents.
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JT APP users (Android: 4 532, Apple: 4 320)
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JuniorTukkie partnerships in years
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Star School
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Kutlwanong ProMaths
Become a Vet
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Dimension Data
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Annual JuniorTukkie bursaries and the achievements of our JT students
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Roarrr Adventures
11 Lectorsa
At the Grade 12 Preparation Conference three learners won a bursary to the value of R30 000 each in a lucky draw. 38 Grade 11 Empowerment Week bursaries, to the value of R15 500 each, were awarded. JT projects won three excellence awards at the Marketing, Advancement and Communication in Education (MACE) Competition in 2011 (Grade 11 Empowerment Week); 2012 (Grade 12 Preparation Conference) and in 2014 for the JuniorTukkie/JCP initiative. The Joint Community Project (JCP) is a module presented by the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (EBIT). The JT APP won an Award of Excellence (GOLD) at MACE in 2016.
Other JuniorTukkie projects JT Academy e-learning programmes in Mathematics and Physical Science for Grade 8 to 12 learners Grade 11 Summer School and Grade 12 Winter School (Mathematics, Physical Science, Accounting and Life Sciences) The JuniorTukkie membership incentive is to be launched in 2018 Department of Enrolment and Student Administration/JT ‘VUKA’ project that involves enrichment programmes for learners in 8 provinces
More impressive statistics Other projects in which the JuniorTukkie team is involved, include the following:
5 years
of extra classes for first-year students in Chemistry, Physical Science and Statistics
5 years
of e-learning programmes for Mathematics, Calculus Mathematics and Physical Science
7 years
of Proverto study guides for seven different subjects
8 years
of EBIT weeks (Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology; two EBIT Weeks per annum)
3 years 3 SRC members
of JT Ambassador’s programme JT Student Ambassador’s Society members have been elected as members of the University of Pretoria’s Student Representative Council (SRC) for the 2017/18 term
JuniorTukkie uses social media
Facebook Twitter WhatsApp JT APP Email Sms
www.up.ac.za/juniortukkie
Your success matters to us
#ChooseUP
“Universities play a pivotal role in societies, as hubs of research and academic advancement. Logic and reason are the soundest of all guides against folly. Logic and reason are the best possible protection against mistakes. Logic is at the heart of human thought and progress, and the best possible corrections to some of the wilder follies of the imagination.” ~ John Farndon in ‘The World’s Greatest Idea’ ~
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UP libraries
Your library
By Elsabé Olivier
is supporting you all the way! Some of you may use the school library often, but nothing can prepare you for the Merensky 2 Library on the Hatfield Campus at the University of Pretoria! It is much bigger than you can imagine. We actually have much more than one library. We have libraries at 11 different sites on our six campuses and they are: BMS/Dentistry Library on the Prinshof Campus; Education Library on the Groenkloof Campus; Jotello F Soga Library for Veterinary Science on the Onderstepoort Campus; Klinikala Library in Atteridgeville; Mamelodi Library on the Mamelodi Campus; Medical Library on the Prinshof Campus; Merensky 2 Library on the Hatfield Campus serves the following faculties: – Level one serves Theology and Sociology – Level two serves Economic and Management Sciences – Level three serves Engineering, the Built Environment, Information Technology, Natural and Agricultural Sciences – Level six serves Humanities Music Library on the Hatfield Campus; Oliver R Tambo Law Library on the Hatfield Campus; Weskoppies Library; and Witbank Health Library in eMalahleni.
How do I access the library? Registered students use their student cards to access all our libraries and this card is activated 24 hours after they register.
What are my undergraduate privileges? Undergraduate students may loan 6 items for a period of 14 days. They also have access to all electronic resources, both on and off campus. Students can also request books from other UP libraries through the Interlending service on level 5. Open collection library material may be returned at any of the Circulation desks, and can also be renewed electronically via the library website (My Library Space) or via the library mobile app.
Some interesting statistics The libraries subscribe to:
404 586 electronic books 130 945 electronic journals 721 print journal titles
The libraries provide access to:
676 551 books
(excluding non-computerised titles)
798 computers 3 421 study seats 55 group discussion rooms
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Services offered by the Merensky 2 Library include: Information services: You can access books (print and electronic), journals (print and electronic), journal articles, past examination papers, maps, musical scores, DVDs and much more. The Learning Centre supports teaching, learning and research activities of both students and staff. The Carousels enable you to obtain quick access to the Internet, to Word processing programs and ClickUP. In the open computer area, 102 computers give you access to social media sites such as Facebook. Helpdesk: Friendly librarians will assist you with your information needs. Each level has an information desk manned by information specialists, who have expert knowledge on the different subject fields. Training sessions: University can be daunting, so students can sign up for one of the free and very useful training sessions provided by the Learning Centre. We cover topics such as anti-plagiarism; how to write an assignment; how to search a database; and EndNote and RefWorks (software tools that manage bibliographies, citations and references), amongst others. Discussion rooms for group work are available in all our libraries. They need to be booked in advance at the Information desk. Reserved/study collection: This is many students’ favourite haunt! Many prescribed and recommended textbooks are kept here. Only two items are issued at a time for a period of two hours. This section is opposite the printing facility, which makes it easy to photocopy what you need. MakerSpace: This new and innovative facility is one of the first Library MakerSpaces in South Africa! A MakerSpace is a creative laboratory, which provides access to technological trends, 3D printing, 3D scanning, robotics and 3D design software. Related training and workshops are provided to support students. The MakerSpace is an open collaborative place, which allow students to apply technology in new and exciting ways. Send them an email to find out more: makerspace@tuks.co.za.
Wi-Fi services are available in all our faculty libraries. With the Library mobile app you can access the catalogue, renew your books and you never need to stand in a queue. Printing: Self-service printers are available in our libraries as well as copying and scanning machines. They are all accessed from one unique print account (mobile or online). Events: The Merensky 2 Library hosts a variety of interesting events for students. You can meet authors; be inspired by alumni who are making a significant difference; or you can celebrate Youth Day or Mandela Day with us. We also host competitions and present seminars. The details appear on our website, on plasma screens in the library and on social media. 24/7 Study centre: This is the perfect spot to study in silence and prepare for test and examinations. The Study Centre in the Merensky 2 Library is open 24 hours per day and is popular throughout the year. Students with special needs: We support students with special needs through the provision of a scanner, Topaz Magnifier (Zoom text for short-sighted students), Wynn Programme (for students with dyslexia and ADHD) and the Jaws programme (for blind students).
Library hours
Contact information
Each library has its own operating hours and during examinations our hours are extended. Please consult our website for more details.
Tel +27 (0)12 420 2235/2236/3150 Website www.library.up.ac.za Ask a Librarian www.library.up.ac.za/askalibrarian/index.htm Location Merensky 2 Library, Hatfield Campus, cnr Lynnwood Road and Roper Street University of Pretoria, Pretoria, South Africa
The normal operating hours of the Merensky 2 Library are as follows: Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays: 07:00–21:00 Tuesdays: 08:30–21:00 Fridays: 07:00–20:00 Saturdays: 09:30–17:00 Sundays: 11:00–15:00 Our libraries are safe. We are essential partners in your academic success. We also want to equip and empower you to ensure that you complete your studies in the required time.
UP Library Services @UPLibrary UPLibrary www.youtube.com/user/UPLibrary Mobile app: UP Libraries http://www.library.up.ac.za/ quality/app.htm
“The Merensky Library at UP is my sanctuary. I use the electronic resources daily. The available books and other resources have helped me to submit better researched projects. There really is no end to sources of information in the library!”
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TuksSport
Zazini set the world alight with his speed in the 400m-hurdles By Wilhelm de Swardt. Photographs by Reg Caldecott.
Sokwakhana Zazini, a Grade 11 learner from the TuksSport High School, knows what it takes to be the best in the world after he not only set a world youth record in the 400m-hurdles this season, but also became the Youth World Champion. ‘Hard work beats talent on any given day.’ Hennie Kriel, his Tuks/HPC coach can vouch for it. ‘This youngster is one of the most dedicated athletes I have ever had the good fortune to coach. He has the makings of an international star: the hunger to achieve, a big match temperament and he is a quick learner.
Sokwakhana Zazini
For him, it is a case of when the going gets tough the tough get going. This was evident when he ran and broke the youth world record in March at Tuks. Many athletes might have been overwhelmed by the pressure, but not ‘Socks’ – as I fondly call him. He relished the challenge and the moment the starter’s gun was fired, he ran with confidence.’ An ecstatic Zazini was speechless by his 48.84-second performance, but when he realised what he has achieved, a big grin appeared on his face. ‘This is what we worked towards. It is an amazing experience!’ Former Commonwealth Champion, Cornel Fredericks, was impressed and commented as follows, ’It’s important to manage Socks properly. I would love to see him be as competitive in senior athletics as in youth athletics. We might even race each other in a year or two. That could be exciting.’ Having set a world youth record in the 400m-hurdles made it possible for Zazini to compete at the IAAF World Youth Championships in Nairobi, where he won by one of the largest margins ever at a World Championships, finishing 15 metres in front of the second-placed athlete. He won in 49.27 seconds, with Baptiste Christophe from France who came second with a time of 52.21 seconds. ‘At a World Championship the aim is to win the gold medal, so this is something I will cherish for a long time. I hope to win a gold medal at the 2018 Junior World Championships and it would be great if I could compete, for the first time in the 2019 Senior World Championships. If I could advise other young athletes, I would say:
Sokwakhana Zazini on the racetrack
‘Be prepared to put in the hard work. Don’t ever focus on what others are doing. Do your own thing and enjoy what you are doing.’
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TuksFootball wants to leave a legacy By Wilhelm de Swardt. Photographs by Reg Caldecott.
Dylan Patterson, a phenomenal footbal player
Impermeable is one way of describing 25-year old Dylan Patterson’s abilities as a goalkeeper of the TuksFootball Team. In South African university football the challenge for many teams, is to outfox Patterson, but it is easier said than done. The statistics prove it. During the last three USSA tournaments, he has only conceded two goals. It is therefore no surprise that he has received the Goalkeeper of the Year Award for the last two consecutive years at the tournament.
Keeping the ball from hitting the back of the net calls for high levels of concentration for the entire duration of a game and my reactions need to be superb. I make sure my teammates are constantly aware of what is going on around them on the field. As a goalkeeper, my advantage is that I don’t have a blind spot, so I can organise the defence verbally throughout the game.’
Patterson, a final-year LLB student is the ultimate TuksFootball team player, but he refuses to take sole credit for the Tuks defensive success.
When asked who inspired him to play football, he is quick to respond. ‘David Beckham installed a love of football in me and Edwin van der Sar is the goalkeeper who has influenced the way I always try to play. What I admire about Van der Sar is that he was a very traditional goalkeeper. There was nothing flamboyant about the way he played. He just made sure that he did the basics right and that is what I am trying to emulate.”
‘The foundation for the Tuks gameplan is to keep mistakes to an absolute minimum. My role is to ensure it happens. I am the last line of defence, so I step up to the plate to protect the team. There is nothing more rewarding than executing a match winning save!
Patterson represented the South African students team at the World Student Games in Taipei (19 to 30 Aug). He hopes to try out at a few clubs in England after he graduates this year.
Dylan Patterson
TuksSport Switchboard: +27 (0)12 420 6060 (07:30-18:00, Monday-Friday)
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Sci-Enza
Sci-Enza is Africa’s first
interactive science centre
By Puleng Tsie
A visit to the University of Pretoria would not be the same, if you don’t visit Sci-Enza!
Sci-Enza is a combination of the word ‘science’ and the isiZulu word ‘sebenza’, meaning ‘work’ or ‘to do’ and it represents its uniqueness, diversity of its visitors and the activities that we offer. This wonderful interactive science centre on the Hatfield Campus is celebrating its birthday this year. Sci-Enza was established in 1977 by a passionate physicist, Prof Lötz Strauss. It was the first science centre in South Africa. In this Exploratorium you can discover and experiment with the range of exhibits in your own time. Sci-Enza promotes science and creates science awareness amongst learners, students and visitors to our campus. This year the UP Research Showcase was launched and it includes wonderful exhibits, such as the HearZA kiosk, where you can test your hearing using an APP developed by Prof De Wet Swanepoel (Department SpeechLanguage Pathology and Audiology). Sci-Enza hosted the World Biotechnology festival, where high school learners displayed their biotechnology projects and there were various activities for learners, educators, students and the public to participate in. So, if you love science and want to experience something unique, please visit us soon!
Learners enjoying experimenting inside Sci-Enza
Contact information Puleng Tsie Sci-Enza Manager Tel +27 (0)12 420 2865 Email puleng.tsie@up.ac.za
The Sci-Enza building
Yvette Barret Reception Tel +27 (0)12 420 3767 Email yvette.barrett@up.ac.za
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Hybrid Learning
UP's Hybrid Learning enriches learning experience Online learning for student success The University of Pretoria (UP) is committed to excellence in teaching and learning while improving student access, success and diversity. UP started blended learning in 1997 and in 2014 stepped up the concept to a hybrid model of learning and teaching enabled by its e-maturity. The approach represents an optimal blend of face-to-face teaching enriched by virtual (or online) learning tools and products that provide the best of both worlds to all students at UP – the learning mix matters.
Students access online resources as and when they need to by using any internet-enabled device, including mobile phones, either via campus Wi-Fi hotspots or through alternative internet connections in laboratories or using their own data. Students have access to more than 6 000 computers across all campuses and residences.
While the traditional lecture is still the foundation of most learning at the University, the contemporary online learning environment (branded as clickUP) provides students with the complementary learning opportunities required for achieving deep learning. Users can engage online through discussion forums, wikis, blogs and journals and access self-study material, links to recorded lectures and voiced-over PowerPoint presentations (both hosted on YouTube) and online quizzes. On completion of online tests, students receive immediate and detailed feedback, enabling them to monitor and measure their own progress.
Professor Wendy Kilfoil, Director of the Department for Education Innovation, is delighted with the increased use of the hybrid learning. According to Prof Kilfoil ‘Usage of the alternative learning environments has grown steadily at the University with some faculties reaching an uptake of 100% at undergraduate level and 87% of all undergraduate modules being online in 2016’. But it is not just about numbers; it’s about design and quality of the environment as they enrich students’ experience and contribute to their engagement and success.
outperform those who learn by contact only or online only. The University does offer some fully online modules and programmes (some running for more than a decade) and more are on the horizon. The University provides experts with knowledge of online learning to assist with instructional design and to train lecturers in the facilitation of e-learning. Fully online programmes are about flexibility for the student.
The University of Pretoria continues its leadership in the field of online learning twenty years after it first adopted a learning management system. Free online short learning programmes are available to staff and students through Enterprises at UP. A free online development course in Sepedi was launched in 2016 and a range of workreadiness courses opened to students early in 2017.
The hybrid teaching and learning model at UP gives students all the benefits of campus life, together with the advantages of technological connectivity and allows them to graduate technologically-savvy and workplace-ready. Research also shows that students who study in an environment with a planned mix of contact and online exposure For more information, please visit www.up.ac.za/en/hybrid-learning
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Research matters
UP Veterinarians, Medical Doctors and other experts join forces to improve health at the interface between communities and wildflife
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SA Publication Forum Awards 2017
JT communication media scoops
Best, Finalist and Excellence awards! Finding new and innovative ways to meet our young prospective student market’s needs and to assist them in making informed study and career choices, is our first priority. The Department of Enrolment and Student Administration (DESA) entered the JuniorTukkie APP, JunorTukkie Magazine and the pamphlet ‘Become a JuniorTukkie’ in several categories of the SA Publication Forum Competition (2017). The SA Publication Forum strives to enhance the standard of corporate journalism in South Africa. The aim of the Competition is to reward excellence in internal and external corporate communication media. Every entry gets insightful feedback from the judges and this input helps us to see where we can improve in future.
The JuniorTukkie magazine also received merit certificates for ‘Finalist Best External Magazine Category B’ as well as three Excellence Awards.
DESA awards include:
We are proud to announce that Ms Martie Kilian won the ‘Best Communication Innovation Award’ for the JuniorTukkie APP at the Annual SA Publication Forum Awards Function held on Thursday, 28 September 2017. From the judges’ feedback, it is clear that the JuniorTukkie APP serves its purpose:
JuniorTukkie APP: Best Communication Innovation Ms Anthea Pretorius: Finalist Editor of the Year
“Innovation is often also viewed as the application of better solutions that meet new requirements, un-articulated needs, or existing market needs. This is accomplished through more effective products, processes, services, technologies, or business models that are readily available to markets, governments and society. The term “innovation” can be defined as something original and more effective and, as a consequence, new, that “breaks into” the market or society. The JuniorTukkie App ticks all the boxes when looking at the above definition. This App communicates with its market (young people) in a new, innovative way that speaks to their needs on a platform that will intrigue, entertain and educate.”
JuniorTukkie magazine: Excellence in Writing JuniorTukkie magazine: Finalist Best External Magazine Category B JuniorTukkie magazine: Excellence in Communication
Become a JuniorTukkie pamphlet: Excellence in Writing and Communication JuniorTukkie magazine: Excellence in Design
Reaching these milestones, wouldn’t have been possible without a strong management team that includes Mr Wallace Isaacs, Dr Pieter Clase and Mr Petrus Lombard – thank you!
The JuniorTukkie magazine was entered into several categories and we are very proud of Ms Anthea Pretorius, who received a merit certificate for ‘Finalist Editor of the Year’. The judges commented as follows:
“This editor deals with a variety of titles, all aimed at promoting the University of Pretoria amongst potential students. It is clear that the JuniorTukkie team is enthusiastic about their work. This is evident in the application of new technology and the inclusion of lively articles. It remains a challenge to get into young people’s heads and to understand what they want and would find exciting. Well done on fulfilling a challenging task of producing publications for this niche market.”
At the back: Mr Petrus Lombard, Mr Wallace Isaacs and Dr Pieter Clase. Front row: Ms Martie Kilian and Ms Anthea Pretorius.
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Education
Faculty of Education: HIGHLIGHTS 1
UP alumni wins prestigious Fulbright awards Dr Mmabaledi Kefilwe Seeletso and Dr Nhlanhla Mpofu, who recently obtained their PhDs, have both won a Fulbright award and the Faculty of Education is extremely proud of them both. As Fulbright Foreign Language Teaching Assistant (FLTA), Dr Mpofu will spend nine months at the University of Wisconsin-Madison teaching a conversational course, as well as developing material for Zulu. The FLTA programme is designed for early-career English professionals at both school and university level. The main aim of this exchange is to
promote cross-cultural understanding between the US and the visiting academic’s home country. Dr Seeletso left for a six-month stay in the United States in August 2017. She will be focusing on online programme and curriculum development for the Botswana College of Distance and Open Learning (BOCODOL). She is keen to investigate how the US develops their curriculum, delivers content and how they implement technology-mediated learning support strategies. She is also interested in exploring best practices in open and distance learning. Dr Seeletso’s proposal was accepted by BOCODOL
of Early Childhood Education: 2 Department community outreach function Two modules presented by the Department of Early Childhood Education are: Methodologies of learning support (JMD 351); and Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Project (SOTL). These module train student teachers how to assess school readiness in children. It is important because children whose perceptual and motor skills are not fully developed struggle academically and sometimes drop out of school as a result. After attending theory classes, the students practise their skills in mid-city schools as part
The toys
of the Work Integrated Learning (WIL) programme in a real-world environment.
and the J William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board, and she is dedicating the scholarship to Prof Rinelle Evans who supervised her PhD.
Prof Rinelle Evans and Dr Mmabaledi Seeletso
3 Students receive donations from Faculty On 1 June 2017 needy male and female students were very grateful to receive parcels of new clothes from the Dean, Prof Chika Sehoole. Also present were members of House Docendo and House Education.
Items helpers make for student teachers to use in their classroom when teaching
Items used in class when teaching
The Faculty of Education encourages students and staff to donate clothes and other items as part of an ongoing campaign.
House Docendo with the students who received clothing donations
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The LLITUP Collaboratorium is launched The research space of the Living Lab for Innovative Teaching at the University of Pretoria (the LLITUP Collaboratorium) was recently launched at the University’s Groenkloof Campus.
At the launch function, hosted by the Faculty of Education, guests were shown what technologies are available for use in the Collaboratorium. They had the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with the equipment.
The purpose of this facility is to provide a collaborative, interdisciplinary space for educators and researchers to play, experiment, collaborate and research the application possibilities of different technologies within education.
Educators and researchers are welcome to make an appointment to visit the Collaboratorium and discover the wonderful interdisciplinary collaborative opportunities that exist.
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Contact information Tel +27 (0)12 420 5521 Dr Ronel Callaghan Email ronel.callaghan@up.ac.za Mr Jody Joubert Email jody.joubert@up.ac.za 1. Dr Ronel Callaghan, Ms Karen Durandt and Ms Debbie Ginsberg from Vastratech 2-3. Equipment in the Collaboratorium 3
Educational Psychology creates a good life for many Prof Salome Human-Vogel (Head of the Department of Educational Psychology), together with Dr Ruth Mampane, Dr Maximus Sefotho and students became involved in a project in Diepsloot. They are hoping to bring about a positive change in the lives of needy people. Shumbashaba is a Community Trust, which was created by volunteers who are concerned about the children in the Diepsloot area. A group of MEd Educational Psychology students visited the Arsenal Developmental Club next to Diepsloot, which is home to 85 000 people. It is an area where unemployment, poverty and crime are rampant. People live in informal housing and in shacks.
from Diepsloot to visit the Faculty of Education on UP Open Day. Many had never been on a university campus before. In fact most had never left Diepsloot ever before, so they appreciated everything. UP students in the Supportive Learning and Environment programme have visited the learners once a year for two years and have been involved in the Horses Helping People programme. Therapies involving horses are extremely beneficial to children and when interacting with the animals, the children are impacted positively.
‘Although poverty and crime is rife in Diepsloot, the activites and horses have made these vulnerable children more resilient and hopeful.’ says Prof Salome Human-Vogel.
People enjoying the information way in which students help them
Ngwako Sizwe Ramoselana created a non-governmental organisation to help the children in Diepsloot. He offers these children sporting activities and school skills development programmes and it is here that UP students are making a difference. Dr Maximus Sefotho brought a group of children and their parents
The group from Diepsloot who visited Groenkloof Campus on Open Day.
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Veterinary Science
The Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing degree is approved! The Faculty of Veterinary Science at the University of Pretoria is proud to announce that a threeyear Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Nursing was approved by the Council for Higher Education. This degree will replace the current two-year Diploma in Veterinary Nursing. The last diploma intake will be in 2018. The first intake into the degree programme will be in 2019. Prospective students can apply from 1 March 2018 to 31 May 2018 for the 2019 study-year. Prospective students who want to apply for the Bachelor of Veterinary Nursing (BVN) degree, need to ensure that they have obtained the following results by the end of their Grade 11 school-year:
Photograph courtesy of Pretoria News
Dog in rehabilitation tank
An Admission Point Score (APS) of at least 28, with minimum final marks for English 50%; Mathematics 50% and Physical Science 50%. After application, a selection process will take place. Each applicant’s position on the selection list will be determined by a merit point score. The merit point score will be determined as follows: Mathematics (40%); English (20%); Physical Science (20%); and the Veterinary Value-added Questionnaire (20%). More information on the selection process will be available at www.up.ac.za/vet as from January 2018. Contact information Email UGVET@up.ac.za
Students checking a herd of cattle
A veterinary nurse
Vocational opportunities with the BVN degree include: Private veterinary practice that could range from urban and rural, to mixed general, or species-specific and discipline-specific specialisation fields Government and academic positions as Veterinary Nurse The pharmaceutical and animal food industries Animal welfare societies Zoological gardens, game parks, laboratory animal units, rehabilitation centres, research centres, boarding establishments, organised agriculture, dairies and farming operations
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Dr Elrien Scheepers
is a veterinarian, lecturer, writer and poet
Dr Elrien Scheepers
Elrien won second place in the poetry section of the Bloemfonteinse Skrywersvereniging National Competition for Writers in 2017. Her winning poem, Genadeloos, was subsequently published in Inkvars.
How did your interest in writing begin, and why for children?
‘I have loved reading since childhood and it remains my favourite hobby. My parents read to me and took me to the library once a week. I was allowed to read whatever I wanted to, which was wonderful. By the age of 11, I was already reading thick novels. I once discovered a box full of Die Swart Luiperd books that belonged to my grandfather and I was fascinated by tales of a wicked princess with skulls dangling from her wrists; and the flying wolves with sharp and poisonous teeth. That day I decided that I also want to write stories that give you shivers down your spine!’
When do you get time to write?
’I write three evenings a week and on Sundays. I don’t wait for inspiration, because then I will never write. I try to write a certain number of words per week. Half the writing process involves intense thinking about plots and characters, and that I can do anywhere. Words allow me to weave worlds and create magic! I believe that it is more challenging to write for children, as they are not forgiving: if your story is boring, they simply stop reading.’
Elrien knew since high school that she would study veterinary science at university. She qualified as a veterinarian in 1992 and has been a lecturer at the Faculty of Veterinary Science for the past 20 years. She loves teaching and has been awarded the Veterinary Nursing Lecturer of the Year award twice. Can anybody write?
‘If you really want to and it’s your passion, yes, and a writing course can teach you techniques. To write well you need to read voraciously. You cannot write if you are impatient. Writers also have to accept their insecurities and writing failures and they must realise that to get a book published, takes a long time.’
Where do you get ideas?
‘Ideas are everywhere. If I see a young girl whose eyes are red and swollen and she has a fresh bruise on her arm, I wonder about her. Did her boyfriend do this to her? Why? Will she leave him, and if not, why not? Writers never run out of story ideas. Finding time to turn ideas into stories is the problem.’
Can you tell us how you go about writing a story?
‘My writing process includes plotting my story in an A5 notebook, in which I write details of the background, history and what the crisis is. I give my characters names and find pictures of them on the Internet to paste into my notebook. I decide on their personality traits and I also draw maps of my setting. I ask, ‘How I can hurt my main character, how he is going to save himself or handle the crisis situation?’ I decide how I am going to tell this story, what will happen in every chapter and exactly what the scenes will be, from beginning to end. I am a very systematic writer. The first draft of the story I type, is really bad and I will never let anyone read it. In the second draft I rewrite with a clearer focus and by the third
draft the manuscript has been revised and edited substantially. One actually need less words to tell a story than one realises. And then one day … there I have my story.’
Do you prefer writing poems or writing stories?
‘A poem is a very short story. It also has a beginning, a middle and an end. A poem can make you laugh or cry in the same way that a story can. For me it is more difficult to write a poem than a story. You have much less words in which to make people feel something inside of themselves, so every word has to be chosen very carefully! I think I love writing poems just a little bit more than I love writing stories. Or maybe not? All I really know, is that I want to keep on writing until I am very old!’
‘When you feel that you are not good enough and there is not enough time to do what you really love, remember these words: Dreams are illustrations from the book your soul is writing about you. Follow them.’
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Veterinary Science
Ek droom oor jou Geel magrietjies tuimel oor my tong, woorde wat groei in my glashuishart Ek hou van jouek droom oor jou in die wiskundeklas Ek hou van jouek droom oor jou in die wetenskapklas Ek wil vir jou my magrietjies bring
Dr Elrien Scheepers teaching veterinary students
Dr Scheepers’ writing career Dr Elrien Scheepers published her first poem for teenagers titled, Ek droom oor jou, in 2010 in Toulopers (LAPA), and it is still in print.
Vou die blaartjies in jou hande toe, vleg die stingels om jou vingers vas
Two stories, aimed at the school market, were published in 2012. Die Wit Leeu van Skukuza (Via Afrika), is an adventure story for 10-year-olds, and the book was translated into all the official languages except English.
Want ek hou van jou, ek droom oor jou en in elke klas blom my hoop so geel
Elrien has published numerous poems for toddlers, pre-teens and teenagers in eight anthologies, which appeared between 2012 and 2014.
Ek droom oor jou… Bron: Toulopers (LAPA Uitgewers)
Die Draakprinse (Oxford University Press), is an adventure story for 12-year-olds and the book has been included in the National Catalogue of Textbooks for Grade 7.
Three more poems, Ysland, ’n Flouerige Maan and Biologieklas, were incorporated in Sterkykers, which was published in 2016 by LAPA. Three of Elriens’ thriller stories appear in the 2017 short story collection, Skool is ’n Riller (Human & Rousseau). The educational publisher, Shuter & Shooter, has commissioned Elrien to write short stories for Grade 1, dramas for Grade 1, poems for Grade 1 and 6 and longer stories for Grade 6 learners, which will be published in 2017/18. She is also writing a detective novel and science fiction short stories for a mainstream publisher.
Published works of Dr Scheepers
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Top Heading Veeartsenykunde
Die vreugde van ‘n familie van vyf veeartse! Marlie Harris het aan die Afrikaanse Hoër Meisieskool Pretoria matrikuleer en is tans ‘n eerstejaarstudent in BVSc – Baccalaureus in Veeartsenykunde by Tuks. Sy is gebore in Louis Trichardt aan die voet van die Soutpansberg. Daar het haar pa, Willie en haar oom, Freddie Harris, saam met ander vennote ‘n dierekliniek bedryf. Marlie en haar boetie, Sybrand het ure daar spandeer en op die hondekossakke gespeel of die dames in die hondesalon gehelp om die honde te skrop en mooi op te tooi. Die twee jong mense het ook graag bygestaan as daar operasies uitgevoer moes word en het met aandag geluister na die gesprekke van die veeartse oor spiere en ledemate.
Marlie Harris
die Onderstepoortkampus is en hoe lekker die atmosfeer is tussen medeVeeartsenykundestudente.
Marlie wil graag voornemende studente aanmoedig met hierdie woorde:
Ek is nog nie doodseker in watter rigting ek wil gaan as ek klaar studeer het nie. Wild, kleindiere, vee, eksotiese diere? Die opsies is eindeloos. Vir nou wil ek fokus op my studies en kyk watter rigting my aandag trek. Gelukkig weet ek dat ek nooit verveeld sal wees in veeartsenykunde nie, want as ek moeg is vir een spesie, is die ry nog baie lank waaruit ek kan kies.’
‘Volg jou hart. Vergeet van wat die wêreld of mense van jou verwag. Jy ken jouself. Jy weet watter loopbaan vir jou die meeste vreugde sal gee vir die res van jou lewe. Ek glo veeartsenykunde is my droomberoep. Wat is joune?’
‘As klein dogtertjie het ek reeds besluit dat ek ook 'n veearts wil word. Nie net ék was geinspireer nie; my nefie, Barend Harris, is vandag ook alreeds ‘n veearts. My boetie, Sybrand is reeds in sy vierdejaar van studie vir BVSc – Baccalaureus in Veeartsenykunde. Dit maak my die bevoorregte vyfde Harris wat veeartsenykunde studeer aan die Universiteit van Pretoria. Ek kan nie wag om volgende jaar Onderstepoort toe te gaan nie. Ek is beïndruk met hoe indrukwekkend
Marlie bespreek twee skedels met haar klasmaats
‘Veearts wees bly vir my baie spesiaal, omdat elke dag ‘n verrassing is. As ek opstaan weet ek nooit hoe my dag gaan verloop nie. Om 'n werpsel hondjies wat ses weke oud is, vas te hou en hul asempies te ruik, maak enige slegte dag stukke beter!
Pa, Willie Harris
Dis wonderlik om te sien hoe 'n troeteldier, sonder om 'n woord te kan sê, dankbaarheid uitstraal as hul twee weke na chirurgie na my gebring word sodat ek hul steke kan uithaal. Wat 'n voorreg!’
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Veeartsenykunde ‘Gedurende die afgelope vier jaar by Tuks het ek besef dat baie mense veeartsenykunde as ‘n program dalk onderskat. Die omvang van hierdie loopbaankeuse is groot en wyd. Al is jy lief vir diere, moet jy baie goeie menseverhoudinge kan handhaaf om sukses te behaal. Ek geniet veeartsenykunde juis omdat ek nie net met ‘n diere-pasiënt werk nie maar ook met ‘n kliënt, die eienaar. Goeie kommunikasievaardighede is dus nodig. Ek weet dat die standaard van die BVSc-program by die Universiteit van Pretoria uitstaande is – beide op teoretiese en praktiese vlak. Veeartsenykunde is ‘n ryk veld met ‘n magdom geleenthede om enige persoonlikheidstipe te bevredig. Jy kan ‘n loopbaan volg as ‘n kliniese patoloog in ‘n laboratorium, ‘n chirurg in die teater, as ‘n dosent lesings aanbied óf jy kan kies om ‘n grootdierveearts te word wat die meeste van sy tyd in die natuur deurbring. In hierdie veld sal jy nooit klaar leer nie, want daar kom voortdurend nuwe kennis na vore, nuwe tegnieke, nuwe medisyne en behandelingsmetodes waarvan jy op hoogte moet bly. Daarom bly dit ‘n opwindende reis met baie uitdagings wat die wonder van navorsing en nuwe tegnologie insluit. Die diversiteit van my medestudente verbreed my horisonne en my denkwyse en daarvoor is ek baie dankbaar.’
Freddie Harris, Marlie se oom
‘Ek is ‘n privaat veearts in LouisTrichardt vir die afgelope 28 jaar. Ek was nog nooit spyt dat ek as veearts gekwalifiseer het nie! Dit is ʼn voorreg om elke dag my passie vir die natuur en diere te kan uitleef. Nie een dag is dieselfde nie. In hierdie praktyk sien en behandel ons enige dier – van ‘n slang, tot ‘n leeu of ‘n olifant.’
Sybrand Harris, Marlie se boetie
‘Ek het grootgeword in die dierekliniek saam met my pa. Elke dag na skool, het ek saam met hom op plaasbesoeke gegaan. My droom was nog altyd om ʼn veearts te word. Toe ek ‘n loopbaan moes oorweeg, kon ek aan niks dink wat beter is as veeartsenykunde nie. Ek het ‘n paar jaar terug klaar studeer en ek was nog nooit ‘n oomblik spyt nie. Dit bly ‘n voorreg om jouself soms diep in die veld te vind waar jy met pragtige diere werk.’
Barend Harris, Marlie se neef
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Study options on offer at the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences www.up.ac.za/ems
Take a step UP A degree from the University of Pretoria’s (UP) Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences (EMS) could be the stepping stone to turning your passions into an exciting career. The wide variety of study options on offer are presented by highly qualified lecturers from across the globe who are leading experts in their fields.
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Students can pursue postgraduate studies in Tourism Management and in Communication Management
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A career in economics entails uncovering and forecasting economic trends as well as the effects of policy changes on our society and the global economy. This is supported by econometrics, which is the collection, measurement and analysis of economic and social phenomena.
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Additional programme and degrees offered in cooperation with other faculties: BCom (Own choice): The degree does not lead to a specific vocational outcome but offers opportunities to compile your own curricula and determine your own career outcome. BCom (Agribusiness Management), BCom (Informatics), BCom (Law) and BCom (Statistics).
Please note: Mathematics is compulsory for all BCom degrees. Students with either Mathematics or Mathematical literacy can be admitted into BAdmin degrees.
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Oh, the places you’ll go! To say that a degree from the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences takes you places, is an understatement. Not only are the Faculty’s world-class qualifications viewed favourably by employers, they are also accredited by various national and international bodies.
Top and right: Economic and Management Sciences students enjoying Germany
Students in the Faculty are continuously exposed to the latest global trends in business education and also have the opportunity to participate in exciting exchange programmes, where they can engage with peers from across the globe. Some of our students share their experiences:
EMS students attend summer programme in Germany
Three students attended the European Bachelor Summer Institute course presented at WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management in Vallendar, Germany. The twoweek course included company visits and covered topics such as trade and monetary integration in the European Union; competing in European markets; strategies of foreign direct investment; and luxury brand management, among many others. The programme attracted international students from South Africa, the United States of America, Canada and China.
‘There were a total of 24 international scholars on the programme, which allowed networking and a fantastic lecturer-student ratio. It was extremely fascinating to engage with students of different cultures and nationalities.’ Cassandra Mayer, BCom (Marketing Management) honours student
‘The programme exposes students to the business world in Europe. It was interesting to note the differences in how we do things in South Africa compared to the Europeans. There is so much we can learn from them in terms of building a successful economy and it was great to experience the German culture and meet peers from across the world.’ Maatabudi Mokabane, MCom (Financial Management Sciences) student
‘My knowledge of business in the European Union grew immensely thanks to the variety of business-orientated classes that were presented to us. This experience was a golden opportunity for us because it expanded our business and general knowledge. It is truly something I would recommend to any EMS student!’ Janie Eiber, MCom (Business Management) student
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
Economic and Management Sciences
Economics students take a bite of the Big Apple Honours students in BCom (Economics) annually take part in the Emerging Markets and Country Risk Analysis experiential tour, which is a joint venture between the University of Pretoria and Fordham University.
This year’s group of students who spent six weeks in New York City included Phanuel Sibasa, Pieter Scribante, Njabulo Mhlambi, Tshiamo Masike, Awelani Makungo, Karabo Madibana and Basisipho Jack. The students also had the opportunity to visit the International Monetary Fund, several New York investment houses, major banks as well as the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. In South Africa they visited the South African Reserve Bank, PIC, Standard Bank, NEDLAC, Busa and other financial institutions.
‘Being part of the Emerging Markets programme was about realising the power of dreams and human connections. In the second year, a group of students who previously participated in the Emerging Markets programme, came to my class to speak about their experiences, the places they visited in New York and the opportunities it opened up for them. These students inspired me to be disciplined and put in the required hours in order to be part of the programme. The programme taught me that legacies aren’t about ticking a box to say I did this or I was here, but rather about the contribution and impact I make towards bettering the lives of others.’ Basisipho Jack
Economic and Management Sciences students in New York
‘Being part of the Emerging Markets programme has positively influenced my perspective on life and it has enabled me to develop academically, personally, socially and professionally. I felt that the interactive teaching method was a great way of fostering learning and understanding. Each and every site visit, which included a weekend away to Boston and Washington DC, had an element of fun, education, and inspiration. That in itself was amazing, and through those visits and my daily interactions, I have learnt to love my own country and see the beauty and potential of South Africa. The visits have also encouraged me to see and experience parts of South Africa that I have never been to.’ Tshiamo Masike ‘When I was selected for the Emerging Markets programme, it felt like a dream come true and that is when I believed that hard work pays off. My experience there was magnificent, because I got to engage with people from different professions and I learnt a lot. We were treated like kings and queens at Fordham University where we met the president of the school, deans of different faculties and several students who showed much love and interest in us. I came back motivated and ready to make the world my oyster!’ Phanuel Sibasa
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Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Meet Jonathan Wing, mechanical engineering student and superb canoeist Jonathan loves speed. Whether he is canoeing, flying or winning the world HandiKart Competition – the sky is the limit.
Jonathan is a second-year BEng (Mechanical Engineering) student. He is driven to do well and he wants to be proud of anything he attaches his name to. Set-backs do not faze him. At the age of six, Jonathan lost his foot when he fell off the back of a small tractor lawnmower and the doctor advised his parents to amputate his foot. Jonathan matriculated from Hilton College in KwaZulu-Natal and obtained his pilot licence in his Grade 12-year. He took up paddling in Grade 10, but only received professional training from Grade 11 onwards. Jonathan represented South Africa at the Para World Championships in Moscow and in Milan. He qualified for
the C-final in the same competition at the age of 17. “I joined the TuksCanoe team the moment I arrived at the University of Pretoria. Currently, I am the only one competing in the category for people with prosthetic limbs on national level. I race against the clock, and this suits me 100%. My challenge is to stay fit and to improve my upper body strength. I have a healthy and disciplined lifestyle, which includes a lot of gym work and on Saturday afternoons, I paddle for two hours on the dam at the University’s Hillcrest Campus (LC de Villiers Sports grounds). I hope to become the second paralympic canoeist from Africa to qualify for the Olympic Games in Tokyo in 2020. Graham Paul was the first.”
Jonathan, we will be backing you when you compete in Tokyo in 2020! Watch this video clip of Jonathan on www.up.ac.za/tukssport: #Elevate2Greatness
Jonathan Wing in action on the water. Jonathan Wing is a proud member of the TuksCanoe team at the University of Pretoria.
Jonathan Wing
‘I am disciplined about managing my time and doing well in my studies. I attend all lectures and make notes in every class. I need physical and mental strength to compete on an international level, but my motto is: Don’t leave what you can do today, for tomorrow.’
Jonathan Wing won the World HandiKart Championship in 2014.
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Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Altus Bisschoff
BEng (Mechanical Engineering)
Altus Bisschoff
In 2005 the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology implemented a compulsory module for all undergraduate students. It is called Communitybased Project (JCP) module. The students attend compulsory orientation sessions and then submit their proposed projects in a proposal for approval. Once that is given, they commence with 40 hours of fieldwork and after this is complete, students write a report on their experiences and the lessons they learned.
Altus, a third-year BEng (Mechanical Engineering) student attended the Talloires Network Leaders Conference (TNLC) in Mexico during the July recess. The theme of the Conference was ‘Social upliftment and human dignity through Higher Education.’
The Conference was a superb platform on which student representatives from various universities exchanged ideas, discussed challenges and came up with possible entrepreneurial solutions to the many social challenges the world faces. We also face many of these challenges in South Africa. Altus summarised his experience in this way, ‘South Africa is a developing country. We may think we have no future, but that is a lie we tell ourselves. During my visit to TNLC 2017 in Mexico, I realised that in many respects South Africa has progressed more than other developing countries.’ Altus urges all the students to embrace the JCP module and to learn from it as much as they possibly can. As a
Altus Bisschoff, a MasterCard student, Ms Mphangera Kamanga, Mr Manchala Sithole and Dr Martina Jordaan
prospective engineer, he knows that he needs to understand the world, the needs of human beings and to focus on finding creative and sustainable solutions for the challenges he finds. ‘The JCP module is like a sculptor’s knife which carves away thát which does not contribute to a better tomorrow. Students need to understand that we do not live in a silo. Our selfless deeds open paths of hope for others. The smallest act of giving can bring about a revolution of hope.’ Read this article and view the video clip here: www.up.ac.za/af/community-projectmodule/news/post_2535468-jcpstudents-built-tricycle-for-learner https://youtu.be/tiQWQAJvDug
Altus Bisschoff and Douw Marx
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Southern Africa Association for the Advancement of Science Medal awarded to Ms Shruti Lall On Monday, 14 August 2017 Ms Shruti Lall received the Bronze Medal of the Southern Africa Association for the Advancement of Science (S2A3) at Kya Rosa on the University of Pretoria’s Hatfield Campus. The S2A3 Bronze Medal is awarded annually to the most outstanding research student in a scientific subject graduating at master’s level at each South African university (since 1981) and university of technology (since 2001). The Award was presented by Prof Walter Meyer, a member of S2A3 and representative of the Association at the ceremony. He noted that this prize-giving was made even more auspicious by the fact that Ms Lall’s mother, Prof Namrita Lall, had received the same award.
Prof Namrita Lall (mother) and Ms Shruti Lall
Ms Lall completed her master’s degree in electronic engineering specialising in wireless network security, supervised by Prof Sunil Maharaj, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology.
comprising protective jammers, optimally placed to afford wireless networks protection against malicious devices seeking to obtain confidential information. Ms Lall, who is also a Fulbright Scholarship recipient, is currently pursuing her PhD at the Georgia Institute of Technology in the USA.
In her research, Ms Lall investigated the optimal placement and power allocation of protective jammers in wireless networks, which involved the development of security-
Source: www.up.ac.za/en/news/post_2541514-southern-africaassociation-for-the-advancement-of-science-medal-awarded-toms-shruti-lall
Marilize Everts wins a Women in Science Award Marilize Everts
with distinction. She was not only the top mechanical engineering student, but also the top student in the School of Engineering. She recently won the Women in Science Award for the second time. This year, as well as in 2015, Marilize received the award in recognition of her outstanding academic and research ability.
Marilize Everts is currently enrolled for a PhD in the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering, in the Faculty of Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology at the University of Pretoria. In 2012, she obtained the BEng (Mechanical Engineering) degree
The Minister of Science and Technology, Ms Naledi Pandor, said in her message to the women: ‘The Women in Science Awards is a celebration of the achievements of women in science, and it is a reminder that the full scientific potential of our country will only be realised when all our young women are able to enjoy access to the best facilities and education. The Women in Science Awards show that women and girls can succeed and excel in science and research.‘ The theme for this year’s Women in Science Awards was ‘Women’s
economic empowerment in the changing world of work’ – in line with the theme of the 61st session of the United Nation’s commission on the Status of Women, held earlier this year. Marilize’s research is on a ‘single-phased mixed convection of developing flow in the laminar, transitional, low-Reynoldsend and turbulent flow regimes.’ This is fundamental work to address the gap between laminar and turbulent flow, as well as to understand the fundamentals of mixed convection. The research will enable engineers to optimise heat transfer equipment used in the generation of energy, which is a major crisis in South Africa. Marilize has submitted five journal articles for publication, presented ten papers at conferences (seven at international conferences) and co-authored a keynote paper with her supervisor, Prof Josua Meyer, the Head of the Department of Mechanical and Aeronautical Engineering at the University of Pretoria.
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Elijah Djan believes that
entrepreneurship is the answer to an innovative tomorrow
Elijah Djan
Elijah was brought up in a house where experiments and science were all part of his daily existence. Elijah never just accepted things at face value. He was encouraged to ask questions about everything. At the age of three, he once explained the concept of gravity to a group of people. Elijah took part in his first Science Expo when he was in Grade 0, competing against Grade 1’s. His project was about saving water. He won the Expo. ‘I have to thank my mom who is a science teacher and my dad whom I dub the DIY inventor. They have given me the gift of an enquiring mind.’ Elijah’s curiosity drove him to dream big and to put his ideas into reality. He was keen on inventions. In Grade 5 he made bricks from waste paper, which he called Nubrix. Subsequently, he has done much research around this invention and has subjected his bricks to rain and compression tests. He also built a Nubrix wall, which has been standing for a year now. Elijah wants to contribute to the innovation of sustainable and affordable housing, which is muchneeded here in Africa. He presented his invention during the Global Entrepreneurship Congress in Sandton and ended in the top 12 of 140 participants. In May 2017 he presented his innovation to the World Economic Forum in Africa, which was held in Durban. ‘In 2016, the Resilient African Network selected me to represent Africa in America at USAID’s TechCon Innovation Marketplace Competition where, by the grace of God, I achieved first place.’
Elijah is a third-year BEng (Industrial Engineering) student. He was the head boy of ‘Hoërskool Ferdinand Postma’ in Potchefstroom. He feels compelled to make a positive change wherever he travels.
‘I would say that I possess perseverance and resilience. Every day certainly is not sunshine and roses. I have failed a few modules along the way, but I try to balance my studies while pursuing my many dreams. I have to be mentally strong to stand up after disappointments and all this strength comes from God.’
‘My advice to prospective students is: Manage your time well. Make sure you are busy pursuing your life’s passion but understand that it will not be easy but it will all be worth it in the end. Entrepreneurship and business are like a blank canvas – you can add the colours you want to in order to complete the painting – and ultimately this painting will tell your story.’
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Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology
Innovating tomorrow The University of Pretoria’s commitment to community upliftment is evident in the compulsory Community-based Project (JCP) module for students in the EBIT Faculty. Students are encouraged to use the skills from this course in their future careers to assist people and organisations.
Group 116 is a group of students that comprise a mechanical, a metallurgical and a chemical engineering student. Hanri, Danielle, Cherise and Franco gave this young man “legs”. He had been crawling for two years and was unable to use a normal bicycle for movement. He had been house-bound.
These group of students thought that they are doing a very small thing, but the results were overwhelming and will be everlasting.
“Being able to go to the Mall and do simple things at home is wonderful!”
The team of UP students who built Joshua’s tricycle.
They designed and built a tricycle for Joshua Boshoff, a learner at Opkyk Pathways School. View this project on YouTube at: https://youtu.be/tiQWQAJvDug
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EBIT WEEK is a game-changer By Estie Powell During the Engineering, Built Environment and Information Technology (EBIT) Weeks which are held during the April and July school holidays, learners from Grade 10 to 12 stay in UP residences, experience campus life, are visited by representatives from industry and have the opportunity to build projects while on campus. The learners who attended EBIT Week in April, describe the experience as a ‘game-changer’. They discovered that engineers are the heroes of tomorrow. The ability to innovate comes with huge responsibilities, but also brings a huge sense of accomplishment. Two learners who attended the EBIT Week from 9 to 12 April 2017 have the following to say:
“It was a great learning experience. We came all the way from KwaZulu-Natal and admired the EBIT facilities, UP residences, lecture halls, campus museums and we also went to SciEnza. We were very excited to visit the Kumba Virtual Reality (VR) Centre! It was mind-blowing. Having the opportunity to speak to group leaders who were able to answer all our questions regarding the Faculty and the engineering disciplines available at UP, was very helpful. The professional manner in which EBIT Week was managed impressed us and we are both keen to become a part of this diverse and dynamic university.” - Grayson Young and Sebastian Reinders (Glenwood High School, KwaZulu-Natal: Grade 11) For more information on the EBIT Weeks for 2018, please visit www.up.ac.za/ebit-week.
Innovating our tomorrow
EBIT IN 2016, THE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING WAS RANKED 511TH ACCORDING TO THE THOMSON REUTERS ESI
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EBIT thrives in QS World University Rankings EBIT is proud to announce that it is now ranked in five subject categories in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. Chemical Engineering Electical and Electronic Engineering Mechanical, Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering Architectural/Built Environment (top 200) Computer Science and Information Systems
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Health Sciences
High-achieving medicine
students at UP receive bursaries Three exceptional students from the Faculty of Health Sciences were awarded full bursaries from the AfroCentric Group. Tovhowani Mulovhedzi (17), Risuna Rivombo (18) and Maggie Ramela (23), all hail from Limpopo and passed their final school-year with an average of 95 percent or more. All three are studying towards an MBChB degree. Mulovhedzi completed Grade 12 at Thohoyandou Secondary School, while Rivombo attended Tshikheva Christian School in Vuwani, and Ramela was a learner at Taxila High School.
‘We are grateful that AfroCentric has a vision and commitment to invest in young black female students. We need more companies to invest in the future of this country to ensure quality healthcare in the country,” said Prof Dianne Manning (Deputy Dean for Education at the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Pretoria). The bursary covers accommodation, tuition, laptops and 3G cards, as well as a monthly stipend. The three recipients each also received a personalised laptop bag.
“Education is key in achieving true economic emancipation. Advancement in the health sector will hopefully be achieved if the youth, particularly from the poorer communities, have the means to improve their prospects,” said Tovhowani on behalf of the three bursary recipients.
From left to right: Grace Khoza (Afro Centric), Maggie Ramela, Risuna Rivombo, Prof Mike Sathekge (UP), Prof Dianne Manning (UP) and Tovhowani Mulovhedzi.
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Health Sciences
This family has five dentists!
From left to right: Amanda Cronje, Dr Chris Cronje, Dr Amandie Cronje, Dr Chris Cronje, Dr Ezette Cronje and Dr Maryke Cronje.
Amandie Cronje has always dreamed of following in her father’s footsteps to become a dentist. After receiving the BChD – Bachelor of Dental Surgery degree during the University of Pretoria (UP)’s recent Autumn graduation ceremonies, she is one step closer to making this dream a reality.
When asked what advice she would give to prospective dentistry students, Amandie says,
“It is important that you make sure you know exactly what you are getting into when you enrol for a degree in dentistry. It is a difficult course that requires a lot of hard work and commitment, and like with any profession, there will always be parts that you don’t like as much as others. I was in the privileged position to have been exposed to all aspects of the profession from an early age, so I knew what a career in dentistry would entail. Once you get through all the hard work and late nights that comes with getting your degree, and if you have a love and passion for the field, you will definitely have a great and rewarding career.”
The youngest of four children, Amandie will be the fifth dentist in the Cronje family. Her father, brother and two sisters, who are all practising dentists, also obtained their qualifications from UP. Her mother is a qualified pharmacist, but also works as a dental assistant in her father’s practice in Pretoria North. Amandie is currently busy with her community service year at a provincial hospital in Parys, and says that she remembers helping out in her father’s practice when he had to see patients with dental emergencies during weekends. ‘I have been dreaming of becoming a dentist since I was just three or four years old,’ she says. ‘My father is an inspiration to all of us, and it is through his passion for dentistry that we all developed a love for the profession.’
Minimum requirements for 2019 Achievement level
Programme
English NSC/ IEB
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Mathematics
HIGCSE
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C
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A Level
NSC/ IEB
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AS Level
A Level
3
C
C
5
3
C
C
APS
School of Dentistry BChD – Bachelor of Dental Surgery [5 years] Closing dates: SA – 31 May Non-SA – 31 May
Selection is based on Grade 11 results, the NBT and the Value-added Questionnaire. Careers: Dentists, specialists, academics and researchers
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Humanities
To be or not to be... a political scientist… this is the question! This is what it means to study political sciences: ‘To study at the Department of Political Sciences allows you to move beyond the lecture hall, into the realm of reality; illuminating patterns and layers that construct our world; and allowing us through the knowledge we acquire to pull apart individual threads of reality and find the meaning behind the larger mystery of it all.’ - Marthinus Swart
When one thinks of studying political sciences, one usually thinks about: A fanatic A politician Government
‘Being a part of the Department of Political Sciences is leading me on the path to becoming a reputable practitioner in my field of interest (security and strategic studies), and is equipping me with the skills and work ethic required to be successful in the field.’
- Christine Smith ‘The Department of Political Sciences is such a versatile place. Degrees here offer more than just the academic curriculum, they go way beyond that to provide an allencompassing learning experience; one that promotes academic exploration and endless opportunities for growth. It’s honestly an adventure.’ - Nomzamo Mandilisa
Programmes
Minimum requirements for 2019 Achievement level English
POLITICAL SCIENCES BPolSci (International Studies) [3 years] Closing dates: SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
NSC/ IEB
HIGCSE
AS Level
A Level
5
3
C
C
APS
30
Candidates will be expected to achieve an APS of at least 28 in Grade 12 to retain admission. Careers: International relations, diplomatic service, political consultation, conflict resolution, policy analysis, strategic intelligence, governance, international political economics and risk analysis BPolSci (Political Studies) [3 years] Closing dates: SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
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C
C
Candidates will be expected to achieve an APS of at least 28 in Grade 12 to retain admission. Careers: Policy analysis and consultation, political analysis and communication, governance, conflict resolution, strategic intelligence, political development and mobilisation and risk analysis
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University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
Humanities The Departmental Mentorship Programme connects students
The aim of the Mentorship Programme is to ensure that undergraduate and postgraduate students receive the necessary academic support and feel more connected with other students and the Department. It aims to create an environment where there is clear, frequent and effective communication and feedback between staff, students and mentors. Through this, all parties will be able to gain more information and build knowledge that will enable them to collectively achieve better
results on a relational level, as well as in the quality of their work, research and output. We also want to build continuity to create greater momentum and resilience and promote fairness, participation and build mutual respect between staff and students.
Books published by scholars within our Department
‘Man is by nature a political animal’ - Aristotle
‘A lecturer supervising a student
Two students discussing political theory
A student working on a research report
Contact information | Tel +27 (0)12 420 6909 | Website www.up.ac.za/polsci
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Law
TuksLaw legal eagle trio fly high on key United Nations bodies One country, one university, one faculty. Legal expertise benefits law students. The University of Pretoria is currently in the unique position where three law professors from the Faculty of Law serve as international experts on key UN bodies in Geneva, responsible for the development and application of international law. According to the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Professor André Boraine, such a concentration of international experts in one university is exceptional by any standard.
“Some – not even all – countries count themselves lucky if they have one person in these key UN positions: here we have three experts not only from one country, but also from one university, one faculty.” Professor Dire Tladi is a member of the UN International Law Commission (ILC), responsible for the codification of international law. The ILC holds the mandate in the UN for the codification and progressive development of international law. Many important treaties of international law, including the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations and the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court (ICC), arose from proposals of the work of the ILC. Tladi is also special adviser to the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, and recently served as lead counsel for the South African government in the Omar al-Bashir case before the ICC. Professor Ann Skelton is the director of the University of Pretoria’s Centre for Child Law where she also holds the Unesco Chair of Education Law in Africa. Since March she has been serving as a member of the UN
Acknowledgement: Pretoria News (16/08/2017)
Professors Ann Skelton, Dire Tladi and Christof Heyns
Committee on the Rights of the Child. The committee provides international oversight into states’ progress with regard to children’s rights. Every country in the world has ratified the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child except the US. Professor Christof Heyns is a member of the UN Human Rights Committee. The committee has a broad mandate and monitors compliance by states with civil and political rights. “People who have sought legal relief in their home countries but claim their rights are still being violated, can approach us to consider their cases,” says Heyns. “We also meet on a regular basis with state delegations to discuss the implementation of these rights in their domestic system. We make recommendations for reform and monitor the implementation.” According to Professor Heyns, it is a rare privilege to be based in a faculty where there is such a critical mass. “We continue our conversations in Geneva, as well as in Pretoria. When you are working on a report for Geneva back home you can walk to the office next door to talk about it with someone who knows exactly what you mean.”
In addition to the above, the three A-rated international law professors in the country, including Professor John Dugard, who has served as an ad hoc judge of the International Court of Justice, also teach at UP or hold extra-ordinary positions. One of them, Professor Erika de Wet, holds the SARCHi Chair in International Constitutional Law. The Director of the Centre for Human Rights, Professor Frans Viljoen, is widely recognised as the leading world expert on human rights in Africa. The founding director, Professor Johann van der Westhuizen, has recently returned to the Faculty to head the Department of Jurisprudence after having served as a Justice of the Constitutional Court for 12 years. According to Professor Boraine, most of the international law experts who teach at UP also hold teaching positions at prestigious institutions such as Oxford and The Hague Academy. However, at the moment UP seems to be their ideal home base, where the legal expertise of staff greatly benefits TuksLaw students.
University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria
Law
TuksLaw students are number 16 on the world ranking list TuksLaw best ever at largest Jessup ever! Following their performance at the national rounds in March, the TuksLaw Moot Society’s Jessup team, consisting of oralists Ashley Makgatho (LLB II) and Mary-Ann Gettliffe (LLM), coach Gift Kgomosotho (LLM and Researcher at ICLA) and assistant coach Tino Kakora (LLB IV), was invited to represent South Africa at the International Rounds of the 58th Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition in Washington DC from 9 to 16 April 2017. After competing against 143 teams representing 95 countries in the International Rounds, the UP Jessup team finished in the top 16 OctoFinals. The team competed in four preliminary oral rounds (determining the top 32 teams in the world) against Luxembourg, Canada, Lithuania and USA. The TuksLaw team won all four preliminary rounds and qualified for the Top 32 Advanced Knock-out Rounds, where they beat The Philippines, qualifying for the Top 16 Octo-finals. Here, the team lost their first match in the entire tournament against Jamaica (Jamaica went on to argue in the Final Round of the competition). 2017 is the largest Jessup year to date, with over 600 law faculties from over 95 countries competing. Out of all 600 faculties the TuksLaw team ranked higher than Cambridge, Oxford, King’s College, Columbia, Harvard, and Yale, to mention a few. Further, South African is the highest ranked team in Africa. This is an outstanding achievement by the TuksLaw team, as it has been 15 years since a team from South Africa has ranked this high in the Jessup Competition and 18 years (the then team of Lawrence Mashava and Lulu Matakala) for a team from the University of Pretoria.
This year’s case, Sisters of the Sun, was based on international environmental law, state responsibility, international cultural property/heritage law and international human rights law.
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Natuur- en Landbouwetenskappe
PhD-student in Medisinale Plantwetenskappe
ontvang gesogte prys vir beste referaat Tydens die jaarlikse konferensie van die Inheemse Plantgebruikforum (IPUF) wat onlangs gehou is, was Carel Basson Oosthuizen, ’n PhD-student in Medisinale Plantwetenskappe in die Departement Plant- en Grondkunde by die Universiteit van Pretoria (UP), die ontvanger van die toekenning vir die beste referaataanbieding. Die titel van sy referaat was ‘Natural coumarins against persistent mycobacterial biofilms’.
Die werk wat deur Carel aangebied is, maak deel uit van sy doktorale navorsing, wat onderneem is om die effektiwiteit van natuurlike produkte of samestellings wat daartoe in staat is om mikrobakteriële biofilms te inhibeer, te evalueer. Mycobacteria tuberculosis is ‘n bakterie wat tuberkulose in mense veroorsaak, en aangesien dié bakterieë die vermoë het om in slymagtige omgewings opeen te hoop, is dit baie moeilik om hulle met antibiotika te behandel. Die gevolg is dat die bakterieë lank in die menslike liggaam kan bly leef. Deur gebruik te maak van chemiese samestellings wat uit plante geïsoleer is, kan hierdie biofilms ontwrig word, wat mag help in die behandeling van tuberkulose. Carel se navorsing sluit rekenaarbiologie en rekenaargesteunde simulasies in om te beskryf hoe hierdie samestellings werk en aan te dui presies waar inhibering plaasvind. Carel is ’n ware Tukkie wat ook sy voorgraadse studie en sy MSc-graad in Medisinale Plantwetenskappe by UP voltooi het. Hierdie was ook nie die eerste keer dat hy vir sy aanbiedingsvaardighede beloon is nie, aangesien hy ook in 2014 die prys vir die beste meestersgraadaanbieding ontvang het. Sy verdere studie is moontlik gemaak deur die Doktorale Innovasiebeurs wat hy van die Nasionale Navorsingstigting ontvang het. Hy is ook uitgenooi om ‘n gedeelte van sy nagraadse studies in verband met biofilms en
hul meganisme by die Universiteit van East Anglia in Engeland en die Universiteit van Albany in die VSA te voltooi. Hy het sy navorsing alreeds by drie internasionale en drie nasionale konferensies aangebied, waar groot belangstelling daarin getoon is. Hy het reeds vier portuurbeoordeelde artikels wat in toonaangewende vaktydskrifte verskyn het, asook twee hoofstukke in boeke oor die gebruik van plante in die behandeling van tuberkulose. Saam met sy promotor, prof Namrita Lall, is hy die houer van ‘n Suid-Afrikaanse en internasionale patente vir die gebruik van ’n plantekstrak as ’n adjuvantbehandeling vir tuberkulosepasiënte. Danksy hierdie projek het Carel saaikapitaal vir die verdere ontwikkeling en kommersialisering van die uitvinding van die Tegnologieinnovasieagentskap ontvang.
Mnr Carel Oosthuizen
’n Opgewonde Carel het die volgende oor sy prestasie te sê gehad:
‘Die ontvangs van ’n prys soos hierdie en die erkenning van my bydrae tot die wetenskap het ’n geweldig positiewe uitwerking op hoe ek, as ’n jong wetenskaplike, my werk benader. Dit motiveer en inspireer my om meer te doen. Ek is passievol oor my werk en opgewonde daaroor om alles uit te vind oor die moontlikhede wat natuurlike produkte en medisinale plante bied. Die groot verskeidenheid inheems plante in Suid-Afrika bied aan ons ruim potensiaal vir die ontdekking van nuwe geneesmiddels en behandelings vir allerlei siektes soos tuberkulose, kanker en verskeie velsiektes.’
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Natural and Agricultural Sciences
Bright Medicinal Plant Science student inspired to do more
By Martie Meyer
‘To have received this prize as a young scientist is an absolute inspiration, a big encouragement to want to do more, and to put in extra effort. It has truly increased my enthusiasm for my work.’ These are the words of Murunwa Madzinga, a master’s student in medicinal plant science at the University of Pretoria, after she recently won the first prize for a poster presentation at the 2017 Indigenous Plant Use Forum (IPUF) Conference. The title of her winning poster is ‘Formulation of herbal soap using South African plants with antibacterial and antifungal activity’. Murunwa’s programme in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences focuses on the validation of some of the medicinal plants indigenous to South Africa that are traditionally used for treatment of skin infections. In her honours programme, she investigated the efficacy of some of the plants used against bacterial and fungal skin pathogens. The extracts showing the best activity were then infused into a herbal soap that was then evaluated against these pathogens. ‘Over the years, the occurrence of skin diseases has increased in most parts of the world because of their association with the Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS). More than 80% of people infected with HIV develop skin diseases at some stage of the disease. As South Africa is one of the countries with the largest populations of HIV-infected people and also the country with the largest prevalence of HIV, it can be said that a large percentage of the national population suffer from skin infections at some point.’
‘With this research, I would like to contribute to the primary health care system, especially in rural areas where access to and availability of health care is still problematic.’ ‘I also want to thank my supervisors, Dr Quenton Kritzinger and Prof Namrita Lall. I would not have succeeded without their help,’ says Murunwa. Other than doing her MSc research and tutoring undergraduate modules, she enjoys reading, hiking and playing with her dogs. Murunwa Madzinga loving every moment in the laboratory.
Verbruikerswetenskapstudente berei disse voor
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Natuur- en Landbouwetenskappe
Verbruikerswetenskap vier 90 jaar van uitnemendheid Deur Martie Meyer
Negentig jaar is ’n lang tyd in enige organisasie, en des te meer so in ’n akademiese departement. Die vraag is nie slegs hoe oud ’n departement is nie, maar of dit die toets van die tyd kon deurstaan. Prof Cheryl de la Rey, Visekanselier en Rektor van die Universiteit van Pretoria, wat ook die hoofspreker was tydens die amptelike inwyding van die nuut opgeknapte voedsellaboratoria en die 90-jaar feesvierings van die Departement Verbruikerswetenskap op 18 April 2017, het bevestig en dit beklemtoon dat hierdie Departement daarin geslaag het en meer nog, dit oortref het. Prof De La Rey het die Departement gelukgewens met sy volgehoue verbintenis tot die Universiteit se visie om ’n navorsingsintensiewe universiteit te wees deur, as deel van sy prestasies, sy aantal NNS-graderings en Navorsingsuitsette te verhoog. Die Dekaan van die Fakulteit Natuur- en Landbouwetenskappe, prof Jean Lubuma, het ook sy trots op die Departement se sukses en vieringe met almal teenwoordig, gedeel en het verduidelik dat die 90ste herdenking inderdaad werd is om gevier te word, aangesien dit ’n *‘verfynde getal’ is. Die datum van die geleentheid, naamlik 18 April, wat ook ’n ‘verfynde getal’ is, beklemtoon die betekenis van die viering. Prof De la Rey het bygevoeg dat die enigste sekerheid in die lewe is dat daar verandering plaasvind en verandering is inderdaad deel van die DNS van die Departement. Die Departement gaan ook ’n paar veranderinge ondergaan wanneer dit later vanjaar met die Departement Voedselwetenskap gaan saamsmelt. Sy het ook genoem dat die Departement die grootste en oudste van sy soort in die land is. Benewens die viering van die prestasies van die afgelope nege dekades, is die opgeknapte voedsel-laboratoria ook tydens hierdie geleentheid ingewy. Volgens prof Alet Erasmus, Hoof van die Departement Verbruikerswetenskap, het die herontwerpte fasiliteite die opleidingsmoontlikhede van die Departement verbeter om gelykstaande te wees aan die vlak en gehalte wat deur die voedselbedryf daargestel word en het dit selfs oortref. Die opleidingsruimte vir die Voedselafdeling van die Departement is ook vergroot vanaf ruimte vir 30 studente in die twee opleidingslaboratoria tot ruimte vir 56 studente, waar elke student nou sy/haar eie werkstasie het en nie meer spasie hoef te deel soos in die
Van links: Prof Jean Lubuma (Dekaan: Fakulteit Natuuren Landbouwetenskappe), prof Alet Erasmus (Hoof: Departement Verbruikerswetenskap), prof Elmarie de Klerk (voormalige HoD), prof Elizabeth Boshoff (voormalige HoD), prof Cheryl de la Rey (Visekanselier en Rektor) en prof Anton Ströh (Viserektor: Institutionele Beplanning). verlede nie. Die eksperimentele navorsingslaboratorium is multifunksioneel en bied ruimte vir verbruikers- sowel as voedselwetenskaplikes om sy-aan-sy te werk deur verbruikergeleide produkontwikkeling uit te voer. Met verloop van tyd kan hierdie fasiliteit homself as ’n fasiliteit van wêreldgehalte op die gebied van kulinêre wetenskap vestig deur die uitbrei van bande met vennote in die bedryf met wie hulle al reeds skakel. Twee voormalige hoofde van die Departement, prof Elizabeth Boshoff (1979 tot 1999) en prof Elmarie de Klerk (2000 tot 2014), was ook eregaste by hierdie glansryke geleentheid. Die Universiteit van Pretoria het R15 miljoen vir die projek voorsien. Daarbenewens het die Departement ook omvangryke skenkings ontvang van verskaffers, wat insluit Culinary Equipment Company (Industriële voedselvoorbereidingstoerusting ter waarde van R500 000), DeLonghi (verskeie kleiner elektriese kombuisware soos mengers en voedselverwerkers ter waarde van R300 000), MacBrothers (ruim afslag op alle groot verkoelingstoerusting) en McCater (’n donasie vir die oprigting van die vlekvryestaal demonstrasiestasie). Daar is ook erkenning verleen aan Miele en Whirlpool vir hul skenkings. Terwyl die gaste die laboratoria besoek het om die indrukwekkende ontwerp en nuwe tegnologieë te bewonder, het kos wat deur studente van die Departement voorberei en bedien is, die gaste se herinneringe aan veranderinge in die kookkuns sedert die 1920’s verfris.
* ’n Verfynde getal is die som van twee of meer opeenvolgende getalle, byvoorbeeld 29 + 30 + 31 = 90 (die ouderdom van die Departement); en 5 + 6 + 7 = 18 (datum van die geleentheid).
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Theology and Religion
First black, female Dutch Reformed Church minister graduates with distinction ‘My name is Charlotte Sibanyoni, I am the first and only Afrikaans-speaking female and black theology student in the Dutch Reformed Church.’
‘I became a member of the Dutch Reformed Church in 2011 after Confession of Faith in NG Concordia. Rev Johan van Niekerk is my mentor and spiritual father. I lived in their home during my Grade 12-year. He impressed me with his compassion and caring for people who suffer. I lived in Louis Botha children’s home in Queenswood for three years, because my mother, who is a single parent could not afford to support me and my sisters on her domestic worker’s salary. When I grow up, I want to be like Rev Johan. I want to make a difference in people’s lives. In the middle of my Grade 12-year, I received a phone call from Radio Jacaranda 94.2’s “Good morning Angels.” They told me that a benefactor family was prepared to pay my tuition fees to study at university. I applied to study Theology and was accepted in 2013. I believe that the Lord has a special calling for me in the Dutch Reformed Church. The BTh degree was conferred on me cum laude on 6 April 2017. I am currently an MDiv student. I dream of a Dutch Reformed Church where old and young, poor and rich, black and white, Afrikaans, English, Ndebele, Xhosa, Pedi and Zulu worship the Lord together. I dream of building a church and reaching out to people. I want
Charlotte Sibanyoni
to make a concrete difference in a world that is torn and confused; in a world of hopeless and helpless people. I dream of a church where God’s love crosses all borders and breaks down all barriers. I am currently a youth worker at the Lux Mundi congregation, where I present classes for Grade 7 to 11 learners and hold youth services. After the unfortunate death of the evangelist, I am also responsible for the Sesotho service on Sunday afternoons. I would not have obtained a university education if it wasn’t for the “angels” who made it possible. My passion for young people and Biblical languages (especially Hebrew) has led to me enrolling for a BA Honours in Biblical Languages, which I hope to complete this year.’
‘The Lord has provided for me in wonderful ways. I want to be academically and ecclesiastically competent and feel privileged to have had all these opportunities. I am deeply aware of the Lord’s gracious presence in my life.’
Minimum requirements for 2019 Achievement level
Programmes
BDiv – Bachelor of Divinity (for admission to MDiv studies) [4 years] Closing dates: SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
English NSC/ IEB
HIGCSE
AS Level
A Level
4
3
D
D
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Careers: Ministers, pastors, priests, preachers in certain denominations, missionaries and youth counsellors. Other possibilities include ethics consultants to businesses. Theological studies can be enriching for people in various other vocations. If prospective students are interested in ordained ministry, this should also be discussed with their church leadership. This is the first step to MDiv studies. BTh – Bachelor of Theology [3 years] Closing dates: SA – 30 September Non-SA – 31 August
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Careers: Ministers, pastors, priests, preachers in certain denominations, missionaries and youth counsellors. Other possibilities include ethics consultants to businesses. Theological studies can be enriching for people in various other vocations. If prospective students are interested in ordained ministry, this should also be discussed with their church leadership.
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Theology and Religion
Flying the theology flag high Annieka van der Merwe, a Theology graduate from the University of Pretoria, recently received both the Vice-Chancellor’s Medal, as well as an Anton Rupert Bursary to further her studies. Annieka was born in Kempton Park, and her father is a minister. Annieka matriculated from Die Hoërskool Menlopark in 2012. During that year she made the decision to study theology, intending to become a minister in the Netherdutch Reformed Church of Africa, of which she has been a member all her life.
At the ceremony where Annieka received the Vice-Chancellor’s Medal, Professor Jürgen Moltmann, one of the most influential and most cited theologians today, also received an honorary doctorate. Annieka feels especially privileged that all this is happening in the year that the Faculty is celebrating its centenary.
‘Traditionally, this church values academic excellence, and this is one of the reasons it is important to me to excel academically. I did consider other careers, but theology remained the perfect choice for me! I am certain that theology is my calling. Thus far, the past five years have been a truly enjoyable experience. I feel very privileged to be able to do what I enjoy.’
‘The Anton Rupert Bursary was another miracle,’ she adds. ‘I feel blessed and humbled for having received this bursary, which makes a considerable difference and enables me to continue with devotion and hard work. I am genuinely excited about the future – I can’t wait to start working in the church and living out my passion and calling. I feel that the Faculty of Theology and Religion does very well in preparing us for this amazing task, as well as training us in academia. I would like to pursue a path in academics and do my doctorate in the near future.’
‘During the orientation week we heard that the Faculty of Theology and Religion is the smallest faculty at Tuks, but it has the biggest heart. I have found these words to be true. It’s just one of many things I love about the Faculty, which is my second home.’
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Culture
UP A Capella impresses audiences every year
By Joey Mokgapa (Stuku Chairperson 2016/2017)
The Representative Student Culture Committee at the University of Pretoria, known as Stuku, is a multicultural organisation responsible for the management of cultural activities for students at the University of Pretoria. The men from Kiaat holding nothing back as they perform on stage
UP A Capella (previously known as Serenade) is an annual event and students who reside in either a UP residence or day house can participate. Each group has 20 members who sing and perform for a maximum of seventeen minutes each. The focus is on singing and musicality, more so than on performance and dancing, but that is important too. The prescribed songs that each group had to incorporate into their repertoire this year were: Still Falling For You by Ellie Goulding; and Come on Eileen by Dexy’s Midnight Runners In residences a House Committee member is elected in the portfolio: UP A Capella. This person is responsible for planning the performance for their residence/ day house and they have to register a theme. All themes are kept confidential until performance week. Previous themes include Astronauts; Police; The Living Statue; Noot-vir-Noot and Political Zoology. Residences are highly creative in the manner in which they depict the theme and impress audiences every year with their clothing and musical performances.
2017 was an exciting year for UP A Capella The preliminary rounds started on 7 August with 22 residences participating. The semi-finals consisted of 8 female and 7 male residences. They were all sold-out events and audiences were vocal in their appreciation of the efforts every group displayed on stage.
Ladies from Nerina singing their hearts out
The positive relationship between Stuku and TuksRes is wonderful and resulted in a fantastic final, which was held on 12 August. Four male and four female groups took to the stage in a splendid grand finalé performance! The female residence, Erika, were the 2017 ladies’ category winners with their “The Living Statue” theme.
Olympus reaching for gold in this song
Olympus won first prize in the male category with their theme of “Death of a Bachelor,” and they were also crowned Overall Winner for this year’s UP A Capella competition! Congratulations to them all! Follow us: STUKUatTUKS
Male category winners 2017: Olympus
Female category winners 2017: Erika
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UP residences
House INCA is the home of the most (I)ncredible; (N)otable; (C)onfident and (A)dmirable ladies.
The name Inca refers to the legend of sacred Inca flower, as well as how this bloom of Cantuta became a symbol of unity. The Inca flower reminds us of the royalty who lived in the region at that time.
listening (LLL) that are important to all residents in House Inca.
House Inca is situated in the heart of the Groenkloof Campus. It is one of four residences on this campus of the University of Pretoria.
Residents enjoy a range of sporting activities and social engagements, which leave an indelible mark of memorable experiences with them that can never be forgotten.
House Inca provides an elegant and richly harmonious environment to its residents and its beauty is augmented by the beautiful grounds of the Groenkloof Campus. Its aesthetic beauty is firmly espoused in the principles of learning, living and
Happy Inca residents
Our core values are: Respect, Integrity, Fairness, Pride, Commitment and Empathy.
In our house we give our creator the place of honour, we respect each other as we aspire to maintain the high moral norms and values of house Inca. We uphold our traditions and are proud of our house. A home away from
home, House Inca fosters a true spirit of sisterhood with a view to ensure a pleasurable stay to all its residents. Our mascot, Libby, is a lady bug. Lady bugs may be small but they play a very important role in the eco-system.
Above all, House Inca creates a platform for student life to be both educationally beneficial and socially enjoyable. Follow us: houseinca www.up.ac.za/inca
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UP Residences
House Boekenhout is a home
away from home
By Casper Willemse (Vice-Chairperson 2017/2018)
Residents of Boekenhout are a brotherhood. It stands at the core of everything they do. House Boekenhout may be the place for you! From the first day when a student enters House Boekenhout, mutual respect between fellow brothers is a priority. It is vital that residents take pride in what they do and to accept and challenge themselves in terms of social norms. House Boekenhout always strives towards a great competitive presence in the cultural domain. It offers a variety of cultural activities and competitions to participate in, such as UP A Capella, Debate, Serrie and ‘Nothing but Vernac’. House Boekenhout won competitions in several categories: 2014: Culture Residence of the Year 2016: Ienk-Melodienk winners (now known as InSync). 2017: Third place in the annual internal UP A Capella competition Male residence that has won the most Serries and Serenades.
Boekenhout residents excel in sports u/20 Rugby Retains a spot in the top 3 2015: Won the residence league 2016: Second place 2017: Third place
Boekenhout residents always likes to have a proper ‘jol’ when we arrange socials. We love to embrace diversity and to make sure that everyone finds a song or activity that they like. The Boekenhout Clubhouse is equipped with DSTV where residents can watch important sports events or shows that they prefer. The wellbeing of our fellow brothers and people in our society is very important to us and that is why Boekenhout reach out and give via short term and long term community projects in and around our residence. We have programmes such as the stationary, food and pad runs as well as the residence and UP TULIP initiatives. No matter what your interests are, Boekenhout will have a place for you! Residence life builds character too and this will benefit you when you leave Boekenhout.
Your studies remain a priority, but we encourage living a balanced student life. House Boekenhout is a safe place and residents proudly refer to it as ‘This is our home.’
Boekehout in action at the 2017 UP A Capella.
Hockey Since 2014: Retains a spot in the top 3 Since 2015: Won silver medal Basketball 2017: Senior team won both senior leagues 2017: First-years placed second in their league Volleyball 2015: Golden medal 2016: Golden medal Boekenhout also competes in soccer, tennis, chess and squash. Brotherhood ties in Boekenhout are strong
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Brotherhood is important in Boekenhout; not only in their activities, but throughout the residence.
Boekenhout was awarded third place in the annual internal UP A Capella competition.
The passion of Boekenhout culture portrayed in their Serrie performance.
Quick team talk with the u/20’s at an important match.
Boekenhout is always out to support one another, no matter what.
In Boekenhout you are never alone. Tjoopie Pretorius in action for the Boekenhout First Team.
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