CPUT celebrates graduates’ success

CPUT will be rolling out the red carpet for more than 7 000 graduands during next week's autumn graduation series.

The University will be celebrating the success of 6 373 undergraduates and 735 postgraduates during 14 ceremonies, which are scheduled to start on 22 April and conclude on 26 April.

On Thursday, an honorary doctorate will be conferred on Desiree Ellis, whose significant achievements as a professional sportsperson and Head Coach of the South African women's football team, Banyana Banyana, has positioned her at the top of the African and global sport fraternity.

Vice-Chancellor Prof Chris Nhlapo said graduation ceremonies are the highlight of the academic year because they are an opportunity to celebrate your years of hard work.

"You have made a success of your time at CPUT and now you are an inspiration to others who may consider a university education because they saw you succeed. Your CPUT family is very proud of you. For many, the road to this point has been challenging, and it will have taken immense grit to not only finish your course but excel."

The ceremonies will be broadcast live via CPUT's YouTube channel.