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19 April 2023 | Story Kekeletso Takang | Photo Provided

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.” 

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UFS helps to honour community service workers from Heidedal
2008-11-19

The Chief Directorate Community Service from the University of the Free State (UFS) presented the Heidedaller van die Jaar project in co-operation with Volksblad. The aim of the project was to honour community-service workers from Heidedal for their selfless work in the community.

The winners were honoured at a gala event. Ms Angelique Tarentaal was named Heidedaller of the Year. Ms Jeanine Nothnagel, (photo) Community Service coordinator from the Faculty of the Humanities, represented the UFS in the project.

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