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19 April 2023
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Story Kekeletso Takang
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Among the thousands of new graduates obtaining qualifications during the University of the Free State’s (UFS) April graduation ceremony, were twins – Angel and Angelica Eksteen. The duo obtained their Bachelor of Education degrees in the Senior Phase and Further Education and Training Teaching with distinctions during the Faculty of Education ceremony on 18 April 2023.
Angel says the journey to graduating was challenging, but worth it. “The most fulfilling thing about graduating was seeing the excitement and pride on our aunt and grandmother’s faces, making the challenges worth it.”
Angelica says their education journey has only just begun. Next in line for the twins is Bachelor of Education honours degrees. “And while we strive towards that, we will be the best teachers in the profession.”
Prof Yvonne Botma was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Research.
2016-12-03
Prof Yvonne Botma was inducted into the Hall of Fame for Research Excellence in Nursing at the 27th FUNDISA International Nursing Research Conference in Cape Town. She was also recognised as an expert in Nursing Education and was rated as an NRF C2 researcher. Prof Botma is the first NRF-rated researcher in the history of the School of Nursing.