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UJ Choir’s “Echoes of Heritage” triumphs with double win at KykNET Fiëstas
It is with much excitement and appreciation that the University of Johannesburg‘s Arts & Culture, a division of the Faculty of Art, Design, and Architecture (FADA) shares its success at the prestigious KykNET Fiëstas. Hosted in Cape Town on 7 March … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: March 13, 2024
UJ champions women’s advancement: “Invest in Women” event calls for inclusion and progress
The University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) Transformation Unit hosted the “Invest in Women: Inspire Inclusion and Accelerate Progress” event on Thursday, March 7, 2024, in recognition of International Women’s Day. This year’s theme underscores the ongoing n … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: March 13, 2024
Vice-Chancellor Message – 08 March 2024
Over the last few years, our University has demonstrated its standing among the top-achieving and fastest-growing institutions of higher learning in South Africa and worldwide. In the latest significant development, UJ has been ranked the country’s lea … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: March 13, 2024
Opinion: The law must adapt to recognise and accommodate neurodivergent individuals
The American author Harvey Blume once said that “neurodiversity may be the birthplace of some of humanity’s greatest minds”. As Blume implied, the very idea of embracing neurodiversity opens up the opportunity for us to create a better-equipped society … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: March 13, 2024
UJ strengthens STEM education for high school learners
As South Africa’s educational landscape undergoes significant transformation, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) stands out as a beacon of progress, actively tackling the critical challenges in science education. Recognising the pressing need to bolst … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: February 19, 2024
CCP-FEWS appoints Distinguished Visiting Professor, Prof. Charis Galanakis
The Centre for Cyber-Physical Food, Energy & Water Systems, Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment, appoints distinguished visiting Professor, Dr Charis Galanakis. The appointment was made to recognize his outstanding achievements and exp … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: February 16, 2024
Vice-Chancellor Message – 16 February 2024
With the 2024 Academic Programme beginning in earnest this week, it has been wonderful to revel in the vibrancy of our campuses once again. Our students have returned, and chatter and laughter are aplenty across campuses. While strolling around this we … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: February 16, 2024
UJ seminar series reflects on 30 Years of Democracy, examines media narratives of South Africa
Over the course of South Africa (SA)’s three decades of democracy, the media has played a significant role in shaping public discourse and opinion, yet there remains room for improvement. In a bid to examine the media’s role, the University of Johannes … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: February 16, 2024
Hospitality Management student wins big at 2024 MEA Future Leaders Challenge in Dubai
Kamohelo Hoeane, a recent graduate from the University of Johannesburg’s (UJ) School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH), emerged victorious as part of the winning team at the prestigious 2024 MEA Future Leaders Challenge (MEA FLC) held in Dubai. The even … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: February 14, 2024
Opinion: Studying the animal kingdom can give us key insights into effective patterns of leadership
The animal kingdom unleashes a treasure trove of invaluable insights to help become a better leader. For example, modelled after the matriarchal leadership of elephant herds, effective leaders prioritise the well-being and cohesion of their teams. In S … Continued
Author: Lutendo Tshifura Date: February 14, 2024