Dean’s medal winners reach for the stars

Six bright young minds, one in each faculty, were honoured with Dean's Medals during Autumn Graduation 2024.

They are:

Rebekah Maeder - Faculty of Informatics and Design: In 2021, Rebekah enrolled for a Diploma in Architectural Technology. She passed all her subjects with distinctions, with a total average of 81% which qualified her to graduate Summa Cum Laude. Rebekah successfully participated in competitions such as CIFA Homeless and PG Bison 2023 Architectural.

Thomas Pegg - Faculty of Applied Sciences: Thomas registered for the Diploma in Horticulture in 2021, and completed it in 2023, having scored distinctions in all 27 subjects required for the qualification, and an overall average of 88,2%. He is currently completing his Advanced Diploma in Horticulture and would like to pursue postgraduate studies in the near future.

Sushmita Nowases - Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment: In 2017, Sushmita started the National Diploma: Maritime Studies at the Granger Bay Campus. After completing her first year, she went to sea and returned to complete the remainder of her qualification in 2022, before the phase-out of the National Diploma. She obtained an average of 88.9%, obtaining 28 distinctions out of 29 subjects.

Shanai Vos - Faculty of Education (Bachelor of Education: Foundation Phase): Shania Vos obtained 35 distinctions out of the 35 subjects with a final aggregate of 89.22 % over the four years of study, passing summa cum laude.

"Throughout my university journey, I dedicated myself wholeheartedly to my studies. I had the privilege of being awarded the Dean's Merit Certificate every year. Today, as I reflect on my achievements, I am filled with pride, knowing that I poured all my energy and commitment into my endeavours.

Alida Gouws - Faculty of Business and Management Sciences: In 2005, Alida started her tertiary education journey at North West University, doing a B Com: Economics & Law (2005-2007), B Com: International Trade (2008), BCom Honours: International Trade (2009), and University of South Africa (UNISA) Diploma: Business Management (2011). She enrolled at CPUT in 2021. During her time at CPUT, she exhibited exemplary academic ability, earning a remarkable total of 12 distinctions. Alida's academic achievements highlight her exceptional intellect, diligence, and perseverance, setting her on a path towards continued success and fulfilment in her future endeavours.

Ameeroh Osman - Facutly of Health and Wellness Sciences: In 2021, Ameeroh registered for the three-year Diploma in Somatology. She obtained 24 distinctions out of 28 subjects. Ameeroh is currently registered for the one-year Advanced Diploma in Somatology, and aspires to work in Advanced Aesthetic Therapies.

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