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Historical moment takes place as Rhodes University alumnus caps honorary doctorate recipient
It is one thing to read about great historical moments in history books, but to be within history, as a critical participant, is something else altogether. In a graduation event full of 'firsts' for Rhodes University, the 09h30 ceremony today showed Rhodes University alumnus Professor Steve Olivier capping honorary doctorate recipient Lord Peter Hain.
Fifty alumni to be honoured as the School of Journalism and Media Studies marks its 50th anniversary
The School of Journalism and Media Studies (JMS) will mark its 50th anniversary by honouring 50 of its most distinguished alumni. The first ten will be celebrated at a graduation ball on Friday 8 April. This graduation season is a return to in-person events for Rhodes University and newly-minted journalism graduates will be capped at three ceremonies on Thursday and Friday.
Rhodes University to honour the late diplomat, poet, and academic, Ambassador Lindiwe Mabuza
At its graduation ceremony on 08 April 2022, Rhodes University will confer a degree of Doctor of Literature (DLitt) (honoris causa) on the late cultural activist, diplomat and Ambassador Lindiwe Mabuza.
Latest SACO report illustrates the significance of our creative industry
On 31 March 2022, the South African Cultural Observatory (SACO) released its 2022 Economic Mapping Report of the Cultural and Creative Industries to a worldwide audience. This is the first comprehensive study of the contribution of the cultural and creative sector to the economy in the post COVID-19 environment.
From Nigeria to the world: Afrobeats is having a global moment
Another Grammy Awards season and there is a growing list of African nominees. For African music enthusiasts, it is heartwarming that recognition is being accorded to practitioners in the Afrobeats space.
Rhodes University to honour freedom fighter and short storyteller, Prof Makhosazana Xaba
At its graduation ceremony on 06 April 2022, Rhodes University will confer a degree of Doctor of Laws (LLD) (honoris causa) on poet, award-winning anthologist and short storyteller, Professor Nomakhosazana Xaba.
Rhodes University to honour infectious diseases epidemiologist, Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim
At its graduation ceremony on 08 April 2022, Rhodes University will confer a degree of Doctor of Science (DSc) (honoris causa) on epidemiologist Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim, who is well-known for her research on preventing HIV infection in adolescent girls and young women.
Rhodes University unveils new state-of-the-art X-ray laboratory for teaching, learning and research
Rhodes University officially unveiled its state-of-the-art X-ray facility yesterday, which will better prepare its science students for possible future professions.
Rhodes University to honour anti-apartheid activist and politician, The Right Honourable Lord Hain of Neath
On its graduation ceremony on 06 April 2022, Rhodes University will confer a degree of Doctor of Laws (LLD) (honoris causa) on activist, politician, and author The Right Honourable Lord Hain of Neath.
Rhodes University notes SCA judgement in Yolanda Dyantyi’s application
Rhodes University notes the judgment of the Supreme Court of Appeal handed down today in the case of Ms Yolanda Dyantyi.
In-person graduation brings about numerous firsts for Rhodes University
Following two years of virtual graduation ceremonies due to COVID-19, Rhodes University is to hold physical ceremonies for over 2000 graduands from 06 April, with numerous firsts in the line-up.
ETEP to enable digital financial literacy for business students and communities
Last week, Rhodes Business School (RBS) has launched the Entrepreneurial and Technological Empowerment Programme (ETEP).
Zapiro encourages learners to fight against injustice
On 15 March 2022, Kingswood College held its annual Neil Aggett memorial lecture, which was presented by Rhodes University honorary doctorate (2008) Jonathan Shapiro, also known by his pen name ‘Zapiro’.
Rhodes University Law Faculty opens with in-person presentation and prize-giving
The Rhodes University Faculty of Law kicked off its 2022 academic year by hosting a faculty opening event. The event was attended by staff, students and the guest of honour, Mr Mbuso Mtshali, an alumnus of the Rhodes University Law Faculty and the Head of Corporate Governance and Company Secretariate of Sanlam.
Rhodes University mourns death of long-serving Board of Governors Chairperson, Mike Spicer
A long-serving Rhodes University Board of Governors member and Chairperson, Mr Mike Spicer, passed away this week.
Rhodes Business School helps boost Rhodes University staff supervision and management skills
Rhodes Business School has launched two programmes for Rhodes University staff members to better prepare and develop them in supervision and management roles.
Bumper weekend of rugby at Rhodes University
It will be a spectacular weekend at Rhodes University from Friday, 04 March 2022 to Sunday 06 March 2022, when the opening games of the Varsity Shield take place at Rhodes University Great Field.
Pharmacy Prof commended for hand sanitiser initiative during global health crisis
Professor Rod Walker from the Rhodes University Faculty of Pharmacy has been named the recipient of the prestigious 2021 Vice Chancellor’s Distinguished Award for Community Engagement. He describes this honour as “a wonderful recognition of the many who supported, facilitated and assisted in ensuring the success of the sanitiser project”.
How colonial history and global economics distort our understanding of biodiversity
In an article published in Nature Ecology & Evolution, Rhodes University PhD student Aviwe Matiwane shows, along with six other researchers, how colonial history and global economics distort our understanding of deep-time biodiversity.
Festive scenes as students return to campus after two years of absence
A festive atmosphere and scenes of jubilation and excitement characterised the return of students and staff to campus at Rhodes University as hundreds of first year students reported for registration over the weekend. Returning students are expected back this week.