Rhodes University hosted a media briefing in Port Elizabeth today where members of the media were briefed about some of the pertinent issues that face the University as they prepare for the start of the academic year, which starts next week. "The recent #FeesMustFall protests have brought to the fore the unequal distribution of resources in our society. This is a recipe for instability. We cannot continue to be indifferent to the plight of the poor in our society," said Dr Sizwe Mabizela, … [Read more...] about The Doors of Learning Should Stay Open for All
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Rhodes University MIP talks fail
Grahamstown - Protesting students at Rhodes University abandoned talks with vice chancellor Sizwe Mabizela late on Monday morning after no agreement was reached on a decrease in students’ Minimum Initial Payment (MIP) before registration. Mabizela arrived just after 09:00 to speak to students, the university's independent student news source, Activate, reported. University management offered 20% of full fees MIP, and an extended payment deadline. Students are, however, demanding a 10% MIP … [Read more...] about Rhodes University MIP talks fail
