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Numerous firsts for Rhodes graduation 2022

Rod AmnerBy Rod AmnerMarch 29, 2022Updated:March 30, 2022No Comments3 Mins Read
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Following two years of virtual graduation ceremonies due to COVID-19, Rhodes University is to hold physical ceremonies for over 2000 graduands from 06 April, with numerous firsts in the lineup.

The Vice-Chancellor at Robert Gordon University in Scotland and an alumnus of Rhodes University, Professor Steve Olivier, will preside over the award of an honorary degree to Lord Peter Hain, one of the honorary doctorate awardees this year.

The event is to take place in London, and a recorded speech by Lord Hain will be delivered to the congregation.

Lord Hain, a fierce anti-apartheid activist, has been a powerful voice against corruption and the looting of state resources detailed in the reports of the State Capture Commission delivered by the Chief Justice, Raymond Zondo.

Peter Hain is arrested on Downing Street in 1969. As a student, he led the demonstrations that disrupted a Springbok rugby tour of the UK and led to the cancellation of a tour by the South African cricket team in 1970. Photo: The Guardian

Other recipients of the honorary awards are:

  • Professor Makhosazana Xaba – student activist, ANC combatant, poet and advocate for women’s reproductive health
  • Late Ambassador Lindiwe Mabuza – cultural activist, poet and liberation icon.
  • Professor Quarraisha Abdool Karim – infectious diseases epidemiologist and an outstanding researcher in HIV prevention.

Over 40 per cent of the 2022 graduands are postgraduates. Sixty-four per cent are women, and 13 per cent are international students.

“We have an exciting lineup of events ahead of us,” said Vice-Chancellor Professor Sizwe Mabizela. “We have been waiting a long time for the warmth and connectedness that comes with having all our graduates and their loved ones on campus.”

The Rhodes University’s School of Journalism and Media Studies’ 50th anniversary will be part of the special activities, with a host of parallel events planned, such as tours, a grand graduation party, exhibitions, and meeting and greeting with successful alumni.

The several breakaway venues where loved ones will sit to watch the live-streaming of the graduation will be well-decorated with lighting to create an exciting audio-visual experience.  

A photography studio will be available in the Great Hall during the day, where graduates can have their photos taken by the professional team.

A pop-up shop at Alumni House will have stock of several limited-edition Graduation 2022 items. Several merchandise activations will be scattered around the campus to show visitors what is available for purchase.

An Alumni Grand Ball will take place on Friday 08 April – a black-tie event not to be missed. Tickets are offered for R300 per person, and table bookings are encouraged. Interested parties must please email alumni@ru.ac.za for more information.

On Saturday, 09 April, a garden party will occur at the Great Field. This will allow graduates to mingle, share memories and spend time with former classmates and lecturers before starting their new lives as graduates.

“Get ready for four fun-packed days,” said Professor Adéle Moodly, Rhodes University’s Registrar. “We all deserve this.”

All graduation ceremonies will be live-streamed and can be viewed here: https://www.ru.ac.za/graduationgateway/livestream/

In October, Rhodes University announced a vaccine mandate, which came into effect in January 2022. All graduates, guests, staff and service suppliers present at the graduation ceremonies will have to produce valid vaccine certificates to be allowed on campus.

The University’s social media channels will be jam-packed with pictures and videos between 6-9 April, so keep a lookout for them. Please use the hashtag #RUGrad2022 for your own social media posts.

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Rhodes_Uni

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rhodesuniversity

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/school/rhodes-university

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rhodes_university/

Source: Rhodes University Communications

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