02 September 2022
Volume: 10
Issue: 38
Dynamic UKZN medical students and alumni (top from left) Ms Tivana Chellan, Dr Ashiq Pramchand, Ms Rivona Haricharran, (bottom) Dr Tumisang Melete, Ms Xoliswa Njapha, and Mr Yanga Mbele.

Defining Female Leadership in Science and Public Health

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In line with celebrating Women’s Month which takes place during the month of August, the College of Health Sciences recently held an inspiring webinar featuring a panel of Medical students and interns who deconstructed the theme: ‘Female Leadership in Science and Public Health.’

Professor Timothy “Tim” Hardcastle.

Trauma and Burns Chief Specialist Applauded for Driving Transformation in Surgery

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The School of Clinical Medicine (SCM) under the leadership of its Head and Dean, Professor Ncoza Dlova, recently applauded Professor Timothy Hardcastle for his boundless and unselfish contribution towards the Discipline of General Surgery.

Students at the launch of the National Association of Democratic Lawyers (NADEL) Student Chapter in Kwazulu-Natal.

Law Student Chapter Launched

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The National Association of Democratic Lawyers (NADEL, Durban and Coast Branch) has launched a student chapter at the University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Professor Vimolan Mudaly.

Inaugural Lecture Details Journeying from Mathematical Modelling to the Iterative Visualisation Thinking Cycle and Beyond

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Professor Vimolan Mudaly, Deputy-Academic Leader for Mathematics and Technology Education, presented his inaugural lecture detailing his journey as a researcher from back when he was a fourth-year undergraduate student through to his successful development of the Iterative Visualisation Thinking Cycle (IVTC) published in 2021.

Mr Adrian Bellengere (left) handing over the Memorandum of Understanding to Mr Emmanuel Hinson from Illovo Sugar Group.

Partnership with the Community and Law Students at Heart

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UKZN recently signed an agreement with Illovo Sugar Africa (Pty)Ltd’s Legal Department which will enable various initiatives that will not only empower Law students but communities surrounding Durban and Pietermaritzburg.

A snapshot of nGAP lecturer, Mr Mzwandile Zulu’s time in Europe as part of the Erasmus+ exchange programme.

PhD Candidate Explores Mathematics Education in Latvia

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PhD candidate, Mr Mzwandile Zulu is back in South Africa after spending five months at Liepaja University, Latvia, Europe, as part of the Erasmus+ mobility scholarship.

UKZN alumnus and Durban musician, Mr Nick Pitman.

UKZN Musician Adds Vibey “Sound Spark” for 24th JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience

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UKZN alumnus and Durban-based musician, Mr Nick Pitman has created a vibey “sound spark” called “Power Station” for the 24th JOMBA! Contemporary Dance Experience promotional video.

UKZN Foundation hosts PPS Foundation.

UKZN Foundation’s Engagement with PPS Foundation Trust

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The Professional Provident Society of South Africa (PPS) Foundation visited the UKZN Foundation to extend their collaboration with UKZN through bursaries for Medical students.

Scenes from the DSRA women’s seminar.

Seminar Explores the Role of Women in Eradicating Gender-Based Violence and Femicide

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UKZN’s Department of Student Residences Affairs (DSRA) hosted a leadership seminar that explored the role of women in eradicating ender-Based Violence (GBV) and femicide.

AHRI staff and students interact with learners from Bonela Secondary School in Durban, during National Science Week.

UKZN Celebrates National Science Week

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Every year during the first week of August, South Africa celebrates National Science Week, a Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) initiative aimed at popularising STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) topics and careers amongst the general population.

Professor Fayth Anese Ruffin delivering her inaugural lecture.

Inaugural Lecture Explores Epistemic Freedom, Reflexivity and Light-working in the Quality Improvement of Public Governance

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How can we ensure that there is epistemic freedom in the theory and practice of public governance? This was the question posed by School Management, Information Technology and Governance academic Professor Fayth Anese Ruffin at her inaugural lecture.

Dr Jane Anderson and her new book.

UKZN Alumnus Publishes Book on Biological Naturalism and the Mind-Body Problem

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Dr Jane Anderson, School of Religion, Philosophy and Classics alumnus, recently published a book: Biological Naturalism and the Mind-Body Problem, that stemmed from her PhD studies.

Comrades Marathon participants hosted at a Pasta Luncheon.

UKZN Hosts Pasta Luncheon for Comrades Participants

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UKZN’s Corporate Relations Division (CRD) hosted a Pasta Luncheon for all staff and students registered to take place in this year’s Comrades Marathon.

Highlights from the Aftermath Exhibition and book launch.

Exploring Violence and Wellbeing in the Context of the Student Movement

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The Humanities Institute and the Centre for Creative Arts (CCA) within the College of Humanities, in partnership with the University of Venda and Human Sciences Research Council (HSRC), recently hosted the opening of the exhibition – Aftermath: Violence and Wellbeing in the Context of the Student Movement and book launch - #FeesMustFall and its Aftermath: Violence, Wellbeing, and the South African Student Movement, at the Howard College Theatre.

Final-year Accounting student Mr Kusa Nkosi.

Accounting Student Shares His Finance and Business Knowledge through Online Publication

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Third-year Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting student, Mr Kusa Nkosi is honing his skills as an aspiring Chartered Accountant through his online finance and business publication Curiosity.

Umkomaas Secondary School learners enjoy UKZN’s Science and Technology Education Centre during National Science Week.

Umkomaas Secondary School Visits UKZN as Part of LINKS International STEM Project

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As part of National Science Week, STEC@UKZN - the University’s Science and Technology Education Centre - hosted the Umkomaas South Africa/Windy City (IL) LINKS-NSBE Jr. Chapters STEM Career Fair.