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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.
Centre awards the most master's degrees in its faculty
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The Centre for Sustainable Agriculture and Rural Development in the Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences at the University of the Free State (UFS) honoured students in the Master's in Sustainable Agriculture during this week's autumn graduation ceremony. The centre this year boasts with the most graduandi of all the faculty's centres. Here are, from the left: Prof. Hennie Snyman, professor in the Department Animal, Wildlife and Grassland Sciences at the UFS, Ms Poppy Makabanyane, Agricultural Research Council's (ARC) Onderstepoort Veterinary Institute, Mr Phillip Maake, Department of Agriculture, Limpopo, Ms Makhosi Buthelezi, ARC in Rustenburg, and Prof. Izak Groenewald, Director of the centre.
Photo: Lacea Loader
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