February 2024 EDITION

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LETTER FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR

It is always a pleasure to welcome you to the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) at the start of the academic year.



UMP CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF ACADEMIC ACTIVITIES

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) celebrated a decade of academic endeavours with a ceremony that honoured the first Chairperson of UMP Council, Prof David Mabunda, by conferring upon him the title of Professor Emeritus. Additionally, the Library and Information Services Building was named after the founding Vice-Chancellor of UMP, Prof Thoko Mayekiso.



IN CONVERSATION WITH... WORLD-RENOWNED CONSERVATIONIST AND ANTHROPOLOGIST, DR JANE GOODALL

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP), in partnership with the Greater Riverside Biodiversity Initiative and its Chairperson, Prof Dan Parker, hosted a discussion with the illustrious Dr Jane Goodall as part of an expanded programme in South Africa.



FUTURE PROFESSORS PROGRAMME HONOURS ACADEMICS

Academics from 26 different universities across South Africa were recognised for completing phases 1 and 2 of the programme at an event recently held at the University of Mpumalanga (UMP).



UMP INAUGURATES THE 2024 SRC/CRC

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) hosted the Investiture Ceremony for the 2024 Student Representative Council (SRC) and the Campus Representative Councils (CRCs) at the Mbombela Campus.



THE TRAVELLING MUSEUM PROMOTES ARCHAEOLOGY IN COMMUNITIES

Senior Lecturer in Cultural and Heritage Studies, Dr Tim Forssman, leads the Hunter-Gatherer Archaeological Research Project (HARP), which is heading the Travelling Museum used to empower communities with archaeological knowledge.



SIGNIFICANT SURGE AS 2024 APPLICATIONS EXCEED 200 000

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) has witnessed a substantial increase in applications for the upcoming 2024 academic year, surpassing initial projections with a remarkable 202 785 prospective students expressing interest in securing a place at the esteemed institution.



STUDENTS URGED TO JOIN ENACTUS

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) ENACTUS President, Bongumusa Nkabinde, has encouraged students to join the programme during a recent recruitment drive held at the Mbombela Campus.



FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS EMPOWERED WITH SURVIVAL TOOLS

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) put together a comprehensive, info-packed programme to facilitate the transition for first-year students from high school to university life.



PROF LUDIDI AIMS FOR ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND SOCIETAL IMPACT

In a significant move towards academic excellence and community impact, the University of Mpumalanga (UMP) proudly announces the appointment of Professor Ndiko Ludidi as the new Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture and Natural Sciences (FANS).



KZN ALUMNI CHAPTER GEARS UP TO PROMOTE UMP

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Alumni Chapter, under the dynamic leadership of Thabiso Sibiya, is poised to enhance the institution's reputation and foster valuable opportunities for its former students.



UMP HOSTS THE PRESIDENTIAL CLIMATE COMMISSION COLLOQUIUM

The University of Mpumalanga (UMP) and the Presidential Climate Commission (PCC) hosted a colloquium on the implementation of a Just Transition.