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Petrol attendant becomes first graduate in the family
Unisa has, for 150 years, made access to education possible for all. Access to education through Unisa continues to be a fundamental tool for development and increased prosperity for many. This is particularly true in the case of Masutane Othilia Sebetha, a 38-year-old wife, mother of three, firstborn and a breadwinner who is the first to graduate in her family. Read more
Rector of the University of Cienfuegos addresses Unisa conference
Under the leadership of Prof Velisiwe Gasa, Unisa's College of Education (CEDU) recently hosted its signature interdisciplinary conference on Teacher Education and Interdisciplinary Research, featuring a keynote address by Dr Orquidea Urquiola Sánchez. Read more
What do early-career researchers really need?
Writing in The Conversation, Unisa's Professor Mpho-Entle Modise and co-author Emeritus Professor Maureen Robinson state that South Africa's young education researchers need networks to share experience more than pressure to produce outputs. Read more
Education MEC addresses Unisa autism seminar
Speaking at the university's World Autism Awareness and Acceptance Seminar on 23 April, The Honourable Matome Chiloane, Gauteng MEC for Education, said that the provincial government wants society to celebrate people on the autism spectrum and recognise their unique challenges. Read more
Breaking down systematic barriers for people living with down syndrome
The Unisa Centre of Excellence in Disabilities and Down Syndrome South Africa recently hosted the World Down Syndrome Day Symposium to create awareness and address the poor conditions faced by people living with down syndrome in all facets, including healthcare. Read more
From adversity to advocacy
Zainab Slarmie is a Unisa graduate who exemplifies the power of determination, resilience and optimism. Despite facing numerous obstacles, she inspires others through her motivational speaking, advocacy work and dedication to education. Her resilient spirit is a reminder that anything is possible with perseverance and positivity. Read more
From domestic worker to Unisa graduate: A story of unwavering resilience and determination
27-year-old Samkelisiwe Ndlazi's academic journey is one of success against all odds. While still a domestic worker, Ndlazi says she is looking for opportunities in her field of study and looks forward to changing her family's background. Additionally, like a true Unisa student, she also highly values community engagement and desires to bring change in her community through youth development programmes. Read more
Unisa inclusive education scholar shares expertise in India
Prof Mary Clasquin-Johnson recently represented Unisa at a two-day International Conference on "Sustainability, Global Diversity, Inclusion and Culture; Interdisciplinary Perspectives" in Kolkata, India. The objective was to collectively map a sustainable, inclusive global society and community for all. Read more
Unisa to be the official academic partner of the 10th WCWS
Five Unisa delegates will join various scholars at the 10th World Conference on Women's Studies. Unisa is the conference's official academic partner, which aims to explore the latest research, ideas and solutions related to gender equality, women's empowerment and social justice. Read more
Unisa hosts World Teachers' Day celebration
The World Teachers' Day celebration at Unisa served as a reminder of the critical role educators and administrators play in transforming lives and shaping societies. It highlighted the importance of investing in professional development and providing ongoing support to empower educators to thrive. Read more
