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23 June 2023
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Story Naledi Filita
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Naledi Filita is an nGAP Lecturer in the Department of Languages in Education.
The University of the Free State (UFS) is celebrating Youth Month by showcasing the positive influence of the institution on career development. As part of this initiative, we are sharing the stories of UFS alumni who are now working at the university.
Naledi Filita, nGAP Lecturer in the Department of Languages in Education, shares her UFS journey:
Q: Year of graduation from the UFS:
A: 2016, 2018, and 2021.
Q: Qualification obtained from the UFS:
A: Bachelor of Education, Postgraduate Diploma in Education (Curriculum Studies), and Master of Education (Curriculum Studies).
Q: Date of joining the UFS as a staff member:
A: 2021.
Q: Initial job title and current job title:
A: Lecturer.
Q: How did the UFS prepare you for the professional world?
A: I started my career as a teacher in 2015 and was later appointed to my current job. The UFS has equipped me with the knowledge and skills that enabled me to be competent in my field in various contexts. My journey as a UFS student equipped me with crucial skills, such as critical thinking, communication, teamwork, and organisational skills.
Q: What are your thoughts on transitioning from a UFS alumnus to a staff member?
A: It has been a wonderful experience so far. I was once a student teacher at this university. Due to my experiences, being able to instil knowledge and skills in student teachers is something that I am passionate about. I am grateful for the developmental opportunities and support that I receive as a young researcher.
Kimberley attorney is best master’s student in environmental management
2012-07-23
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| Sharing the big moment. From the left are Anton Roodt and Dr Charl de Witt. |
During our Winter Graduation, Dr Charl de Witt received the Roodt Architects Award for the Best Master’s Student in Environmental Management for 2011. Dr De Witt is an attorney and environmental consultant in Kimberley and did his master’s degree at the Centre for Environmental Management at the university. Anton Roodt from Roodt Architects handed the prize to Dr De Witt. Roodt Architects is one of the leading architectural firms in Bloemfontein and was involved in various architectural designs at the university.
Riana Janse van Rensburg received the award for the best mini-dissertation in Environmental Management for 2011.
– Sanet Neethling