Staff member, Ms Thandi Ndlovu graduates with a Master’s degree in isiZulu Studies.Music Foundation Programme Administrator at UKZN Ms Thandi Ndlovu graduated with a Master of Arts in isiZulu Studies. ‘This achievement has made me realise that I have so much potential. I doubted myself at times, but I have found new strength within that I love. This experience has taught me patience, perseverance and to never give up,’ she said.
Rural school learners’ experiences of social media bullying was the focus of Mr Sphelele Myeni’s master’s study.As an educator working in a rural school, Mr Sphelele Myeni witnessed first-hand cases of social media bullying, which led to conflict amongst learners. This piqued his interest in conducting a master’s study which explored if social media bullying at rural schools’ mirrored incidents occurring in urban schools.
Dr Selaelo Maifala explored the instructional leadership roles of a school management team.
Ms Meghan Simpson celebrates with her proud family.As workplaces shift towards greater inclusivity, the hidden tensions among women, often shaped by feminist resistance, are coming into sharper focus. Ms Meghan Simpson’s master’s research contributes an intriguing and complex perspective to this discourse.
A joyful Dr Andile Jideani walks the stage as she receives her PhD degree.
Master of Arts graduate, Ms Giorko Georgina.Ms Georgina Giorko, who graduated with her Master of Arts degree, explored whether South Africa’s National Policy on Religion and Education has been effective in protecting students and staff from religious discrimination in the school setting.
Ms Keiasha Harisingh’s study has earned her a Master’s in Educational Psychology.The emotional rollercoaster of adolescence is tough enough without the complexities of a newly blended family. Offering a fresh perspective in a dissertation titled: “Experiences of Adolescents Transitioning into Blended Families from a Selected High School in the Umlazi District”, master’s graduate in Educational Psychology Ms Keiasha Harisingh delved into the often-overlooked struggles of teens in blended families.
Ms Meriska Shriduth walks the stage as she receives her master’s degree.‘When people think of gender-based violence (GBV), they do not normally think there can be a connection with religion. I wanted to highlight this connection. As a survivor of GBV, I wanted people to know that they can turn to their religious community for help.’
Dr Ndumiso Khuzwayo explored the decline in learner academic performance for his PhD. Dr Ndumiso Khuzwayo graduated with a PhD in Education. His research titled: “From Moving Schools to Sinking Schools: Narratives of Stakeholders of Schools in Decline”, focused on schools that previously performed well in terms of learner academic achievement, but suddenly declined.
Ms Wendy Nhlangulela receiving her flowers with a well-deserved master’s. 
Educational Psychology Master’s graduate, Ms Nonhlanhla Mthalane with her mother, Mrs Eunice Mthalane.As a result of unexpectedly facing the major obstacle of only being able to secure a small number of research participants, Ms Nonhlanhla Mthalane’s dream of graduating in record time was put on hold. However, she persevered and was awarded a Master’s in Educational Psychology.
Jubilant master’s graduate, Ms Trishantha Mari.Ms Trishantha Mari was elated to graduate with a Master’s of Education in Educational Psychology. ‘This degree brings a profound sense of pride as it was a challenging journey. I am ecstatic to have reached such a high academic level, which stands as a testament to my dedication and hard work,’ she said.
