Edgewood Residences Roll Out Red Carpet for Students

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The Edgewood campus entertained students at the Essenwood and Cedarwood residences to an Oscars-themed gala dinner.

Organised by Residence Life Assistant Nompumelelo Meyeza and house committee members of both residences, the event attracted about 150 guests who were feted in the new conference centre on the Edgewood campus and treated to a variety of entertainment.

‘The aim was to recognise and reward hard work and dedicated leadership among those in the residences,’ said Meyeza.

Awards were made for achievements in academics, sport and leadership. In his keynote address titled: “Becoming a ‘Change Maker’ Teacher in the 21^st Century”, Residence Life Officer, Mr Julian King, spoke about being a role model who would be remembered long after leaving the education profession.

King further challenged all residence students present to fly the teaching profession flag high and ensure the standard of education was maintained at all times.

Students were entertained by various student groups doing song and dance acts and reciting poetry, while the evening concluded with a reflection on experiences in residence from both a first year student as well as a final year student.

First year student Ms Christine de Waal spoke about the challenges of adjusting to university systems as well as residence life. De Waal said friends made in the residences had helped her adjust.

Final year student Ms Renay Dookie spoke about unity created among students in residences over the four years spent together, saying she would never forget the experience.  Dookie advised first year students to focus on their studies and keep the motto: First Things First, uppermost in their minds.

The evening ended with a delicious three-course meal.

Ridwaan Rees Ally