Honorary doctorates reflect Wits’ values
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Wits University recently conferred honorary doctorates on a group of outstanding people.
- Professor Beric Skews, for his distinguished contributions to South һԹ science and engineering
- , for his achievements in business and contributions to society
- Professor , for his scholarly contributions, commitment and advancement of democracy through labour activism and nurturing several generations of leading labour sociologists
- Advocate , in recognition of her steadfastness and integrity in seeking out corruption wherever it is to be found, in upholding the Constitution, and in defending our democracy
- , for his entrepreneurialism and contribution to healthcare
- Professor , a leader in the field of nonprofit law
- Stan Bergman, for his achievements in business, philanthropy and support for the arts and education
Distinguished engineer Dr was the guest speaker at the Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment’s graduation ceremony. He spoke about his passion for lifelong learning and the importance of joining a professional body to support one’s career development.
In this , Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof Adam Habib tells the uplifting story of Wits’ graduation achievements. “One of the most gratifying moments of serving as a vice-chancellor is to preside over graduation ceremonies, which signify the success of students, and acknowledge their efforts over cumulative years, with the support of their families, academics, donors and others. In the first graduation season for 2017, more than 5 000 students were capped, all of whom I have no doubt will make an impact on society.”