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120
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One Hundred and Twenty years of Excellence.
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Rhodes University (RU) is planning a year-long celebration of its bidecacentennial anniversary in 2024. This is a moment for critical reflection and strategic re-imagination for growth and sustainability, drawing from our collective resolve and working with our stakeholders. Our IDP is the lodestar in this regard.
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#WhereLeadersLearn | The art of communicating excellence: In Conversation campaign wins MACE Award
The social media campaign showcasing the In Conversation: Four Decades of Artworks exhibition, a tribute marking Rhodes University's 120th anniversary, has been honoured with a prestigious MACE Excellence Award. This accolade recognises the exceptional work done in profiling the Rhodes University Fine Art Department’s exhibit during the National Arts Festival (NAF) in June.
The MACE (Marketing, Advancement, and Communication in Education) Excellence Awards are an annual celebration of innovation and distinction among higher education professionals across Southern Africa. These awards acknowledge ground-breaking contributions to marketing, communication, and advancement within the academic community.
The #NAFExhibition was a significant event featuring works from Rhodes University's extensive art collection. It celebrated four decades of creativity by the Fine Art Department's full-time and contract teaching staff. Curated by Prof Dominic Thorburn, Prof Maureen de Jager, and Robyn Munnick, the exhibition highlighted the department's remarkable influence on the visual culture of Makhanda, the Eastern Cape, and beyond.
This recognition affirms Rhodes University’s outstanding contributions to the arts and the team's dedication to excellence in promoting the University's artistic legacy. Heartfelt congratulations to all involved for this well-deserved achievement, which continues to elevate Rhodes University's profile through impactful and innovative campaigns.
[L-R]: Robyn Munnick (curator), Christelle du Toit (Manager: Communication and Marketing), Mo Senne (Senior Communications Officer), and Prof Maureen de Jager (curator and HOD: Fine Art).
![#WhereLeadersLearn | The art of communicating excellence: In Conversation campaign wins MACE Award
The social media campaign showcasing the In Conversation: Four Decades of Artworks exhibition, a tribute marking Rhodes Universitys 120th anniversary, has been honoured with a prestigious MACE Excellence Award. This accolade recognises the exceptional work done in profiling the Rhodes University Fine Art Department’s exhibit during the National Arts Festival (NAF) in June.
The MACE (Marketing, Advancement, and Communication in Education) Excellence Awards are an annual celebration of innovation and distinction among higher education professionals across Southern Africa. These awards acknowledge ground-breaking contributions to marketing, communication, and advancement within the academic community.
The #NAFExhibition was a significant event featuring works from Rhodes Universitys extensive art collection. It celebrated four decades of creativity by the Fine Art Departments full-time and contract teaching staff. Curated by Prof Dominic Thorburn, Prof Maureen de Jager, and Robyn Munnick, the exhibition highlighted the departments remarkable influence on the visual culture of Makhanda, the Eastern Cape, and beyond.
This recognition affirms Rhodes University’s outstanding contributions to the arts and the teams dedication to excellence in promoting the Universitys artistic legacy. Heartfelt congratulations to all involved for this well-deserved achievement, which continues to elevate Rhodes Universitys profile through impactful and innovative campaigns.
[L-R]: Robyn Munnick (curator), Christelle du Toit (Manager: Communication and Marketing), Mo Senne (Senior Communications Officer), and Prof Maureen de Jager (curator and HOD: Fine Art).](https://scontent-jnb2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/470205238_1007133758116257_1073296968071620622_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_p720x720_tt6&_nc_cat=101&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=127cfc&_nc_ohc=Z68IoYDyi7kQ7kNvgEwlxPE&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-jnb2-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&_nc_gid=ABa2woYr1reDaqIvMqqMNyQ&oh=00_AYD0CekZp8MHED2UUZB9B0i6lxqFo6uOBVJrye741medaA&oe=676BE9DF)
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You guys did a phenomenal job,you put purple on the national map 💜 well deserved and earned!
Fantastic! Congratulations to all!
Congratulations to a great team!
#WhereLeadersLearn | Congratulations to Lexy Andati. She has been recognised as one of the 30 winners of the 15th L’Oréal-UNESCO For Women in Science Young Talents Sub-Saharan Africa Awards! 🌟
Lexy has been honoured for her groundbreaking research exploring distant radio galaxies, shedding light on the mysteries of the universe and contributing to our understanding of its vast complexities. Her work stands as a testament to the power of scientific innovation in pushing boundaries and inspiring future generations.
This prestigious award highlights Lexy’s extraordinary achievements and her role as a trailblazer for African women in science. We are thrilled to celebrate her dedication, passion, and commitment to advancing knowledge and inspiring others.
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Universities must teach students what freedom is – a South African course is trying to do just that
Universities must teach students what freedom is – a South African course is trying to do just that
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Rhodes University has been running a course to help students understand how education will equip them for life – not just work.0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Distinguished Professor Tebello Nyokong uses award winnings to launch scholarship fund
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Distinguished Professor Tebello Nyokong marked the launch of the state-of-the-art Tebello Nyokong Institute for Nanotechnology Innovation in Makhanda by establishing a scholarship fund for master&…0 CommentsComment on Facebook
[NEWS]: Rhodes University is ending the year on a celebratory note as Dr Boudina McConnachie, Head of the Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology, has been honoured with the prestigious National University Teaching Award (NUTA) for 2024.
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![[NEWS]: Rhodes University is ending the year on a celebratory note as Dr Boudina McConnachie, Head of the Rhodes University Department of Music and Musicology, has been honoured with the prestigious National University Teaching Award (NUTA) for 2024.
🔗https://www.ru.ac.za/latestnews/rhodesuniversitycelebratesnationalteachingawardfordrboudinamcconnachie-1.html](https://scontent-jnb2-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/468955657_1004588925037407_5443585192375641827_n.jpg?_nc_cat=102&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=127cfc&_nc_ohc=3dDnfe8R8DYQ7kNvgHXcemR&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-jnb2-1.xx&edm=AKIiGfEEAAAA&_nc_gid=ABa2woYr1reDaqIvMqqMNyQ&oh=00_AYB7smUNAGqYtbzpw5a_IRK0TJ4VvyhwZ4sEdSmaKqaETg&oe=676BDC3E)
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Congratulations Boudina. Well deserved accolade for a great teacher. Well done! Rhodes University is proud of you 👏
We loved you at VG! I'm sure this was very well deserved! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Nicely done - you make us proud Prof 👏🏽👏🏽💜💜
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