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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 Petersen talks to students
2017-04-12
By now we all know we have a new Rector. But who is the man behind the title? Prof Francis Petersen’s first day was on 3 April 2017.
Our #FaceOfFacebook Reuben Davids asked him where he gets his morning news from, what he is looking forward to as new Rector and what is his most embarrassing moment?
View the interview with Prof Petersen here.