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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.”
Two UFS academics appointed on the Land Bank Board
2008-03-26
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Prof. Herman van Schalkwyk (left), Dean: Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of the Free State (UFS), and Mr Theo Potgieter from the UFS School of Management have recently been appointed on the Land Bank Board. Prof. van Schalkwyk is appointed as director and deputy chairperson and Mr Potgieter as director of the Board. The appointments were made by the Minister of Agriculture and Land Affairs, Ms Lulu Xingwana, and is effective for a period of four years.
Photo: Leonie Bolleurs |