Madibaz coach instils combination of academics and sport: Madibaz player-coach Jason le Roux has had an influential role on squash at the varsity since he moved to Port Elizabeth in 2011. Photo: Supplied Madibaz squash mentor Jason le Roux believes a sensible combination of academic focus and sporting ambition can produce graduates worthy of making an impact on society. The 37-year-old coach, who is also a leading player, has had an influential role in Nelson Mandela University’s squash … [Read more...] about Madibaz coach instils combination of academics and sport – MyPR.co.za
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Academics a top priority for Madibaz student-athletes – MyPR.co.za
Academics a top priority for Madibaz student-athletes: Madibaz player Hannah Knott-Craig in action in last year’s Varsity Hockey competition. Student-athletes around the country currently find themselves in limbo due to the coronavirus pandemic lockdown. Photo: ASEM Engage Student-athletes should make their studies a priority and maintain good fitness levels while staying safe, say Madibaz Sport managers and coaches. This is the immediate objective for Nelson Mandela University staff and … [Read more...] about Academics a top priority for Madibaz student-athletes – MyPR.co.za
Academics publish in Nature Materials – R2bP
Academics publish in Nature Materials - R2bP: Reasons to be Proud (R2bP): Congratulations to Dr Jaco Olivier and Prof Jan Neethling from the Centre for HRTEM on their recent publication in the prestigious Nature Materials*. The paper has caused quite a stir in the scientific community, with a commentary in Nature Materials news & views** and over one thousand views on LinkedIn. This is a true testament to the quality of research at Nelson Mandela University. Well done Dr. Olivier and Prof. … [Read more...] about Academics publish in Nature Materials – R2bP
Nelson Mandela University academics selected for TAU fellowship 2018
Nelson Mandela University academics selected for TAU fellowship 2018: Drs Lynn Biggs and Jacqui Luck have been selected as recipients of the prestigious Teaching Advancement at University (TAU) Fellowship for 2018. The aim of this fellowship is to contribute the enhancement of teaching and learning in higher education in South Africa by supporting the development of a cadre of academics across institutions and disciplines as scholars, leaders and mentors in their fields. Source: News … [Read more...] about Nelson Mandela University academics selected for TAU fellowship 2018
Academics and Students visited Mqhekezweni, outside Mthatha.
Visit and explore Mthatha accommodation choices. Click here to submit your favourite Eastern Cape Videos. A MyPE Mthatha selected video for you: Academics and Students have visited Madiba's village of his early upbringing - Mqhekezweni, outside Mthatha. Former President Nelson Mandela lived at the village until he was nine years old. Click HERE to find more 'Mthatha' videos. Mthatha video selected based on a YouTube search - Click Here to report any … [Read more...] about Academics and Students visited Mqhekezweni, outside Mthatha.
Academics can change the world – if they stop talking only to their peers
Academics can change the world – if they stop talking only to their peers by Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University Articles: What's the point of academics producing amazing research if they don't share it widely with the general public? ShutterstockResearch and creative thinking can change the world. This means that academics have enormous power. But, as academics Asit Biswas and Julian Kirchherr have warned, the overwhelming majority are not shaping today’s public debates. Instead, … [Read more...] about Academics can change the world – if they stop talking only to their peers
