Wits University recently honoured 75 members of its community who will retire in December 2026, recognising their invaluable contributions to the institution over the years. Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Zeblon Vilakazi, thanked the retirees for their commitment and reminded them that Wits will always be their home. πποΈ
Got a big idea? It's time to turn it into something bigger!
The Wits Innovation Centre is calling on aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs to apply for the Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) in the field of Innovation and Entrepreneurship. Whether you're completing your degree or have already graduated, this programme offers an opportunity to develop your ideas, build entrepreneurial skills and explore opportunities for bursaries and seed funding.
Wits student Benny Gombe, a fourth-year Electrical and Information Engineering student, has won the 2026 Elsevier Engineering Competition, claiming the US$1 000 top prize after becoming the first participant to achieve a perfect score.
Seven Wits students scored 100% in the national competition, securing Wits Universityβs position as the top-performing university. The achievement highlights the talent and problem-solving skills of Wits engineering students.
Congratulations to Benny and all the Witsies who excelled! πποΈ
π Join the Global Higher Education Futures (GHEF) AI Learning and Teaching Hub for an insightful webinar exploring the hidden curriculum of AI and how technology is shaping teaching, learning and assessment in higher education.
π Topic: The Syllabus We Never Wrote: What is AI Quietly Teaching Our Students?