Preparing today’s leaders for tomorrow’s challenges

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today’s leadersfor
Preparing
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Winter 2015 Official publication for Unisa students
Define tomorrow

1inspired Winter 2015
Winter 2015
contents
2 Letterbox
3 Editorial
4 LEADERSHIP
4 If there’s one thing they agree on, it’s UNISA
6 POSTGRAD PASSION
6 Avoiding misunderstanding of religion
7 Safeguarding our most precious property
8 MOVERS AND SHAKERS
8 French flair to bolster African language resources
8 Major acknowledgement for post-doc achiever
9 Setting off on a green journey
10 In broad strokes from Cape Town to London
11 Unisa student scoops ‘arts Oscar’
12 A life lived at full tilt
13 Engineering student off to France
15 TECHNOLOGY
15 App-solutely fabulous
16 Signature courses bear fruit
18 Equipped for sceince success
20 STUDY AND CAREER MATTERS
20 Reach your study goals by being more assertive
22 NSRC and student associations
22 Two student leaders graduate
23 ABSIP members tackle global challenge
24 Selection and application for 2016:
Here’s what you should know
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Xenophobia, be gone!
At Unisa one has the opportunity to meet people from all
walks of life. I have met people from Ghana, Gaborone, the
United States and so many other nations. And with every
encounter it became clearer why Unisa prides itself on being
an institution for humanity. Let's come out and meet one
another, greet one another, know one another and learn to
embrace one another. We don't need to be the same to
accept one another. We are human and that's enough. Our
differences should never divide us, but inspire us to learn and
to live in harmony.
- Christopher Mazibuko
Let's make a difference
Driving through Johannesburg one evening, my gaze fell upon
the beautiful and famous South African sunset. It saddened
me to think that over this beautiful country hang dark clouds
of corruption, crime and various other evils. That was when I
realised that as a young South African I have a duty to protect
this beautiful country. I believe that every young South African
citizen should do his/her best to improve conditions in South
Africa for all our countrymen. Our motto in life should be 'My
pen is my sword' and my wish is that every Unisa student uses
his/her education to make a positive difference – not only in
South Africa, but all around the world.
- Arifa Lulat
Honing skills for the sleuthing profession
Having joined the South African Police Service (SAPS) in 2010
I registered for Unisa’s Diploma in Security Management
in 2011 as the qualification’s content was relevant to my
career as detective. The course equipped me to follow new
approaches in performing my investigations and I received
several recommendations for excellence and awards for
the services I rendered as a detective. Due to Unisa I never
accepted failure and challenged criminal conduct with an open
mind. I am able to testify fluently in courts of law and account
for my work in the form of investigative reports. I am currently
in my final semester and hope to enrol for a BTech in Forensic
Investigation in the next semester.
- Joy Bogopa
It's the destination that counts…
When I want to travel to Cape Town but can't afford thousands
of rands to fly, should I, hopelessly and miserably, cancel the
journey? Why not consider another mode of transport? It may
take longer but I'll get there – it's the destination that counts,
and not how you get there . In the same way it is wise to
consider Unisa when one cannot afford the fees charged by
residential universities. No one was born to fail. If you are crying,
Unisa has a lullaby for you!
- Kenias Semeti
… and it's not where you start
I was brought up to know that education is the key to success,
and duly completed Grade 12. This was unfortunately followed
by a decade of idleness and bad lifestyle choices. Then I took
a conscious decision to enrol with the Unisa for a three-year
National Diploma in Security Risk Management. Hurdles
towards completion included fathering three kids, workplace
dynamics and family issues at large. Yet I managed to complete
my diploma boasting with 15 distinctions, and am now over the
moon to be granted an opportunity to do an LLB degree. My
life has changed and I contribute much more positively to my
community. This was made possible by Unisa, my permanent
academic home.
- Kabelo Molefe

Unisa takes great pride in the extraordinary nature of its students – South
Africans in all walks of life who choose open distance learning to gain world-class
qualifications, equipping them to serve through leadership. Whereas others train
leaders for tomorrow, Unisa is in the enviable position of preparing today's leaders
to lead even better when they face tomorrow's challenges.
In this issue of Inspired we celebrate such individuals who stand out in various
spheres; from politics to the arts, environmental initiatives and community projects.
Technology is also in the spotlight and by popular demand we once again feature
advice from the Directorate: Counselling and Career Development.
Winter's chill is truly with us, and we trust that this issue will provide you with
some inspirational warmth as we enter the second half of 2015.
In celebration of
leadership

If there’s one thing they agree on, it’s
U
nisa is proud of the fact that it is making a difference by providing tomorrow’s leaders with the tools they
need to rise to the top. Equally, Unisa is the university of choice for those already in political leadership
positions who wish to lead by example through gaining higher education qualifications. Inspired takes a
look at three of these exemplary individuals.
Never a dull moment when studying
‘We [the government] need to expand the higher education and training sector
and that is why we are constructing universities in Mpumalanga and the Northern
Cape and, of course, the Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University in Gauteng.
But we also need to do much more in terms of ensuring that distance education
is prioritised.’ This is the view of Mduduzi Manana, Deputy Minister of Higher
Education and Training (DHET), who earlier this year registered for an honours
degree in International Politics at Unisa. Manana has the distinction of being the
youngest member of parliament, a role he assumed after the 2009 general elections.
As a working student, Manana is focussed on balancing his time well in order to
excel in his studies at Unisa. Politics has coursed in Manana’s veins from a young
age, so he chose International Politics at Unisa because he really wants to grow and
develop in this stream. Unisa became Manana’s university of choice because of the
modules offered. ‘Everybody wants to associate with the University of South Africa,
not that other universities are less important. When I looked at the modules I was
quite happy with what Unisa was offering, so I knew it would be a wise choice to join
this university,’ he says.
Manana previously enrolled at the University of the Witwatersrand for a Bachelor
of Arts degree majoring in Politics and International Relations and later transferred
to the University of Natal (now University of KwaZulu-Natal) where he graduated
with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Sociology, proving that
working while studying is possible through perseverance. ‘I think that studying and
working are two things that need to complement each other,’ he says. ‘So I want to
encourage Unisa students who are working to try and manage their time well. Give
your best at work, but also do not lose sight of your studies. We learn until death
and as we do that we get to stimulate our minds, we get to equip ourselves with
new information and get to learn about the dynamics of the world. So there is never
a dull moment when it comes to studying. I admit that it is not easy, but it certainly is
worth it.’
Mduduzi Manana
(Deputy Minister of
Higher Education and
Training)

'Challenges are there
for you to grow'
‘You are the master
of your destiny’
Unisa student Anathi Majeke was recently elected as
the Democratic Alliance Youth Chairperson of the Eastern
Cape and, at just 24, she’s proving that young leaders can
also have vision and the drive to initiate change in society.
Currently in her third year pursuing a BA degree in Politics,
Philosophy and Economics, it was her passion for politics
that led Anathi to study this qualification in the first place.
'I’ve always found it intriguing how politics was the driving
force of a country
and how everything
that happens in
business, and socially
is somehow shaped
by the economy with
politics as the defining
factor in all of it,' she
says.
As a youth leader
Anathi is painfully
aware of the
challenges faced by
South African youth.
Lack of education and
employment tops that
very long and dire list.
She believes
that the
youth are the
cornerstone of
this nation and,
in order for
any economic
growth to
be seen, the
youth have to have access to quality education. She also
finds it disappointing that many private businesses poach
employees from other companies rather than train talented
people who lack skills and work experience, but could still
add a lot of value in the long run.
When asked why Unisa was her university of choice, Anathi
explains that it was the university’s broad curriculum that
trumped all others. 'I chose Unisa because of the exciting
courses and wide-ranging curriculum. I also loved the
fact that I could major in Politics and Economics at the
same time as one is not mutually exclusive to the other,'
she explains. Anathi says that Unisa students who are
struggling must keep going, no matter what. 'Challenges
are there for you to grow, don’t give up when they present
themselves. And remember, having a qualification opens up
your employability potential to a whole new level,' she says.
Anathi also encourages Unisa students to use the various
services provided by the university, such as counselling, to
make the process a bit easier.
The challenges of time management, the value of
knowledge and the importance of taking charge of your
destiny – these are some of the issues close to the heart
of BA Political Leadership and Citizenship student Julius
Malema, who also happens to be the leader of the
Economic Freedom Fighters.
Asked whether, having achieved much at a relatively young
age, furthering his education will add value to his life,
Malema says that knowledge is the ultimate possession.
‘No one can take it away from you,’ he says. ‘For many of
us who already have jobs, studying is more about linking
what you already know at a practical level to the wealth
of information available from academia. The issues we are
dealing with today have been dealt with before, and it is
only through learning that we can avoid repeating mistakes
made throughout history.’
It is no secret that
time management
is the biggest
challenge faced
by Unisa students,
who often have to
juggle work, family
and studies. On this
point Malema says
students must take
the responsibility
for creating time
to study. ‘There is
always time,’ he
says, ‘but it is up
to you to establish
the ground rules.
Once you do, you
will find that
the time you
set aside for
studying will
be respected
by friends,
colleagues
and family.
In conclusion, Malema says that he hopes that his example
will encourage all South Africans to embrace further
education, regardless of their situation. ‘South Africans must
never despair because of their circumstances. Never allow
your current situation to determine your destination. You
have the power – you control your destiny and it is entirely
in your hands. And when it comes to studying, remember
that you are doing it primarily for yourself. If others are
proud of you and respect your sacrifice and achievement,
it’s an added bonus.’
Julius Malema,
leader of the
Economic Freedom
Fighters
Anathi Majeke,
Democratic Alliance
Youth Chairperson of
the Eastern Cape
Leadership

Having recently graduated with a master’s degree from Unisa,
the ambassador said in order to understand the importance
of his research for Islam in the 21st century, one must first
understand the operations of the King Fahd Complex. The
complex, located in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, is a printing plant
that publishes the Qur’an in Arabic and its translation in other
languages. To date it has published 55 different translations
of the Qur'an in 39 languages. Its website offers the Arabic
Qur’an, recitations, textual search, translations, images of
early Qur’an manuscripts, and commentaries. Its activities and
productions are strictly governed by state supervision.
'My study can be described as critical analysis that dug deeply
into the way the King Fahd Complex's translation had been
conducted and attempted to measure its accuracy from a
grammatical and semantical perspective,' said the ambassador.
'I chose the topic because I believe that the translation of the
Holy Qur’an is a very sensitive topic as it affects all non-Arabic
Muslim speakers in the world. I have read the introduction
and the translation done by the complex and found that it
still needs a critical assessment for the sake of the non-Arabic
Muslim speakers in order
to shed light on the
aspect of enhancing of
their understanding of
the Holy Book and their
religion.'
The ambassador, who wrote his
dissertation in Arabic, said he chose
to study at Unisa because it is
considered the biggest
open distance learning
Avoiding misunderstanding
His Excellency Ambassador Bassam Darwish (centre) is pictured with
Prof. Ismail Ebrahim Jaffer (Head of Department: Religious Studies
and Arabic) and Prof. Yusuf Dadoo (Religious Studies and Arabic).
T
ranslating the Holy Qur’an into other languages
has always been a sensitive issue due to its
impact on non-Arabic-speaking Muslims. This,
said His Excellency Bassam Darwish, current
Ambassador of the Syrian Arab Republic in South
Africa, is what motivated him to conduct a critical
assessment of the quality of the King Fahd Complex’s
The Holy Qur’an where he focused on the English
translation of the meanings and commentary.
university in Africa, and a reputable institution with high academic
standards. 'The existence of the Arabic language department
was also a great motivation. I received all kinds of support and
attention from my supervisor Professor Yusuf Dadoo, as well as
a high-level professionalism from the administrative department.
The support extended by the university makes it very easy for
foreign students to study at Unisa.'
Speaking on supervising high-profile students, Dadoo said he
emphasises to them the value of mutual respect and courtesy
throughout the entire study period. 'I have been blessed with
supervising students who are humble and academically incisive,'
he adds. His current list of high-profile students include the
present ambassador of Yemen, who is completing a PhD, the
nephew of the former head of the National Transitional Council
in Libya, and an eminent Islamic scholar from Ethiopia.
But, maintains Dadoo, all
his students are important
to him and making a
difference in their lives is what
counts the most. 'It has been an
honour for me to successfully promote
12 doctorates and 24 master’s degrees thus
far. I firmly believe that the finest academic
legacy one leaves behind is the quality of
your students and the impact they can
make in the global society.'
of religion

Safeguarding
our most
precious
property
IP has assumed an increasingly critical position
in global economics and not understanding its
importance and how to effectively manage it
will only disadvantage innovators, businesses
and the evolution of the economy. Victoria
explains that IP are the intangible assets that
are owned and legally protected by a company
or person from outside use or implementation
without consent.
'The proper management of IP is therefore
very important for South Africa and the world,'
she says. 'We are living in an era where our
most important assets are the intangible ones
and not the physical assets that were so highly
valued in bygone eras. Not understanding how
they work or what value they really offer will
only disadvantage the creators, the players and
the evolution of our economy.'
Victoria says good IP management fosters
competitiveness, reduces unnecessary costs
and promotes investment, which in turn will
increase opportunities for education as we
have a severe shortage of skills. 'It is a key
stimulant of innovation and wealth generation.
It is extremely important for our country to
adapt to the new intangible economy and the
myriad of benefits it offers so as to remain
competitive and alive internationally.'
Passionate about IP management, the 32-year-
old Pretoria-based attorney studied IP law
through her law degree. Her final year thesis
(for which she received a distinction) was on
the dilution of trademarks. She enrolled for the
IP management course not only because it is
aligned to her current work, but also because
she has a keen interest in IP.Victoria Lenchen van Vuuren
'I am very much involved in IP issues through
my current position,' she says, 'and am now
involved in it from a public entity side. I
wanted to better understand the implication
the various new laws would have for my
company and our operations and how to
better manage IP in a strategic way, rather
than in a purely protective/defensive manner.
Keeping updated helps me stay on top of
my game. It boosts the value I provide to my
company, and I also believe education is never
a waste of time.'
Attorney, IP specialist, and senior lecturer in
Unisa’s College of Law, Ugreson Maistry, says
at this stage the university offers two study
programmes relating to IP management and
innovation – an LLM module in Intellectual
Property Management and Innovation,
and a Short Learning Programme in IP
Management. 'The LLM module and the short
learning programme are both demanding
courses which require students to seriously
and intensively digest and study the reading
materials,’ says Maistry. ‘To date there have
been some excellent students, emanating
from diverse professional backgrounds, and
producing the highest calibre of work. Moving
forward we aim to continue to nurture
excellent performance and we look forward
to receiving the next set of IPM student prize
winners. We also hope, to the benefit of
South Africa, that more students from private
industry will be attracted by the courses.'
Candidates, he adds, should be highly qualified
and highly motivated, have a degree in law,
science, business, and economics, and possess
knowledge of IP law.
Victoria Lenchen
van Vuuren,
who was named
best student for the
Unisa and National
Intellectual Property
Management Office
(NIPMO) Advanced
Short Course in
Intellectual Property
(IP) Management and
awarded the Siemens’
prize for best IP
Management student,
shares her thoughts
on the importance of
managing creations of
the mind. Postgradpassion

In the world of nanotechnology research, it doesn’t get much better than the
annual Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings, which provide a globally recognised
forum for the transfer of knowledge between generations of scientists for a
select, hand-picked few from across the world. These lectures inspire and
motivate Nobel Laureates and international best talents. One such talent is
Dr Dalia Saad, a postdoctoral researcher at the Nanotechnology and
Water Sustainability (NanoWS) research unit at the College of Science,
Engineering and Technology, who has received a highly sought-after
invitation to attend this year’s event in Lindau, Germany, during July.
Saad obtained an MSc and PhD
in Chemistry, in 2011 and 2013
respectively, at the University of
the Witwatersrand. Her research
interest is in water pollution issues and promoting access to clean,
healthy water (water purification and wastewater treatment). Says
her supervisor, Professor Sabelo Mhlanga: 'Specifically her research
involves the development of chelating polymers for environmental
remediation and recovery of precious metals. Her attendance of the
meeting is a major accolade; only the 650 most qualified young
scientists globally are given the opportunity to share the unique
atmosphere of the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meetings.'
Major acknowledgement for post-doc achiever
to bolster African
language resources
Hailing from Nantes in France, Dr Loïc Dugast has joined
the Academy of African Languages and Science (AALS) where
he will be conducting post-doctoral work under the guidance
of Laurette Pretorius, Professor of Computer Science and co-
project leader of the AALS programme. Originally an engineer,
Loïc followed his interest in languages and language diversity
by becoming involved in machine translation while completing a
PhD in Computer Science at the University of Edinburgh.
This is Loïc's second visit to South Africa, having completed
practical work towards completing his engineering qualification
at the University of Pretoria in 2000. 'I really hope to learn
more about the South African languages and the issues
surrounding them,' says Loïc.
'Concerning research itself,
being confronted by a real-
world situation of what is often
called less-resourced languages
nourishes academic curiosity and
has motivated more than one computer
linguist. I really hope to see something coming
out of our work here, both in terms of scientific papers, on
the one hand, and data collection and software tools, on
the other, that might have an impact on education.'
Among others, AALS develops
high-quality digital African
language resources and
language technologies
as part of its mission
to contribute to the
intellectualisation
and modernisation
of the African
languages. Situated
in the College of
Graduate Studies,
AALS focuses on
the intersection
of language
technology, the
sciences and the
African languages.
About the Academy
of African Languages
and Science (AALS)
Dr Loïc Dugast

With this goal in mind, Falon entered the first round of the Miss
Earth South Africa leadership and empowerment programme
and has now been selected as a KwaZulu-Natal regional semi-
finalist. Born and raised in Durban, the 21-year-old is a second-
year Environmental Management student. She is also a full time
employee at a logistics firm in Mobeni, Durban.
Environmental
empowerment
She applied to the
programme because it
reflects her view that
environmental education
is an important tool in the
development of South
Africa. 'Miss Earth South
Africa is a leadership
programme that aims to
empower young South
African women with the
knowledge and platform
to create a sustainable
difference in our plight to
combat the destruction
of South Africa’s natural heritage,' she says. 'The programme
helps to create an awareness of sustainable development, our
environment, wildlife and the conservation of our natural legacy
in South Africa, and ultimately the preservation of mother earth.'
Falon says the programme gives her the chance to help
educate people on how to be environmentally conscious.
'People want to do good and contribute towards a better
environment but they just don’t know how or what to do.
The Miss Earth programme ignites this desire to do your
share of community work by giving you a platform to work
from, which I think is absolutely fantastic. I already feel
empowered.'
Falon says her studies equipped her with sound knowledge
about environmental issues and the impact of human behaviour
on it as well as how to tackle these issues. 'I also gained insight
on all aspects of the environment, including government related
aspects and how legislation in South Africa has been used to
ensure that our environment is protected. Studying towards
a degree in environmental management has also given me
the confidence and inspired me to enter the Miss Earth SA
programme.”
Key projects target kids
In the build-up to September, when the winners will be
announced, regional finalists have to carry out two projects.
'In May we have a food garden project or a waste project that
we must do with learners from a local primary school,' says
U
nisa Environmental Management student Falon Kisundas is passionate about environmental education
and wants to contribute towards uplifting and developing communities, specifically children and youth. She
believes introducing them to environmental issues will spark a sense of enthusiasm that will encourage a
greener lifestyle and ensure that they grow up to be responsible and environmentally friendly citizens.
Setting off on a
Falon Kisundas
(Photo courtesy of ND Digital 7hotography)
Falon. 'I have chosen to do the waste project in which I will
deliver a presentation to about 600 learners about how to
manage waste in terms of reuse, and how to reduce and recycle
waste. I will also touch on the concept of sustainability. In June
we have to embark on a tree-planting project to
commemorate World Environment day which I
will also do with a local primary school. Between
these projects there are also clean-up projects, a
stationary drive that aims to collect and distribute
stationery to disadvantaged children, collections
of non-perishable food items and other official
events that regional finalists are invited to attend.'
Falon says that regardless of whether she
proceeds to the next level, her goals remain
being a leader in society, encouraging people,
supporting other initiatives and making a
difference in the world.
“The Miss Earth programme ignites this desire to
do your share of community work by giving you a
platform to work from, which I think is absolutely
fantastic. I already feel empowered.”
Inspired would like to start a
conversation with you, our readers,
on the 'green' topic. If you have a
green suggestion or want to share
your environmental tips or
projects, send an email to
inspired@unisa.ac.za.
Moversandshakers

Carolyn always knew that she
wanted to study for a degree
in fine arts. However, due to
her family's financial situation,
she was encouraged to pursue
design and earn a living as soon
she has had completed her
studies. 'Although I continued
painting in my spare time and
held a solo exhibition in 1997, I
still felt it necessary to study art
to be able to work confidently
as an artist and have a deeper
understanding of my own work,
the contemporary art context
and art history,' she explains.
Unisa encourages unique
solutions
After the turn of the millennium
Carolyn finally decided that it was
time to do what she loved. She
studied part time to complete
a Bachelor of Visual Arts (cum
laude) between 2001 and
2007. 'I chose Unisa because of
my family and work situation.
Without the flexibility, I would
not have been able to do my
degree. I found it useful to work
with a less hands-on approach by
lecturers as it encouraged me to
find unique solutions by myself.'
All of her efforts have culminated
in her showing at the Cape Town Art Fair and the Sulger-Buel
Lovell Gallery in London. The latter coincided with the Tate
retrospective of Marlene Dumas, South African born artist
of international renown. 'A personal highlight was that
Marlene Dumas, who I find exceptionally inspiring, offered
some words for my catalogue and visited the exhibition when
she was in London.'
Bought by collectors all over the world
Carolyn garnered a lot of experience from both events and
her art was well received. 'To have my work exposed to so
many people, particularly those who would never otherwise
experience it, is invaluable on many levels. One of my
personal needs is for my art
to connect with other people.
The feedback and interaction
were stimulating and refreshing,'
she says. A final touch of
encouragement was that her
work was bought by collectors
in Cape Town, Johannesburg,
London and Paris. 'This means
that I can pursue my art full
time for now,' she smiles.
F
or Carolyn Parton, life is a canvas of
expression and beauty through art. Inspired
caught up with the Unisa graduate who is
adding more colour to her world and blazing a trail
with her brushstrokes on the international art scene.
In broad strokes
from Cape Town to London
Chronicler - The materials used in this work include
reclaimed, reconstituted spent paint (strips and paint dust)
plus strips of reject canvas remnants. Embedded in the paint
strips are death mask casts, made with paint, of spring
flowers growing on the coast of South Africa in 2014.
Carolyn (right) engaging with
visitors at the Sulger-Buel
Lovell Gallery in London.
The integral role that some
Unisa lecturers have played in
Carolyn’s creative development
has not gone unnoticed.
'Even after I graduated, they
supported me in ways such
as writing about my work,
including it in exhibitions that
they have curated, and assisting in getting my research article
published.' Carolyn specifically acknowledges Gwen Miller,
Visual Arts lecturer in Unisa’s Department of Art History,
Visual Arts and Musicology. 'She exposed my work which
was brought to the attention of gallerist Tamzin Sulger-Buel,
from Sulger-Buel Lovell, and I am very grateful to her for
initiating these exhibition opportunities.'

Presented on 10 May this year, this prestigious award, also
known as the Klein Karoo Oscar, is bestowed upon those
cultural productions that stood out and shone a little brighter
than the rest at the annual KKNK. To be a participant in the
arts festival is already a major achievement; to be nominated
for a Kanna award is one of the highest accolades that a South
African cultural production can garner.
Lüneburg took top honours for the best visual arts exhibition
for her show As die vlooie byt in La La Land (When the fleas
bite in La La Land). 'My work is a mystery. I don’t know how to
interpret it myself,' says Lüneburg. She created a dream world
where her painterly stop-frame animations transported viewers
into a world of vivid imagination where fantastical creatures and
little girls mesmerised anyone who went with them down the
rabbit hole. Nathani Lüneburg with one of her dream-like animations.
Zefbra en Sabie. (2011-2015). Still from digital stop-frame animation Yrotsih and Yromem’s galaxy of impossibilities.
This is not only a landmark achievement for Lüneburg’s already
illustrious art career, but also a dream come true as one of her
fondest childhood dreams was to win a Kanna award. Lüneburg
was up against such nominated talent as the renowned
animator Diek Grobler and the up-and-coming 2014 ABSA
L’Atelier winner Liberty Battson.
Unisa student
Unisa doctoral art student and lecturer, Nathani Lüneburg, walked away with top honours
at the prestigious 2015 Absa Klein Karoo Nasionale Kunstefees (KKNK) Kanna Awards.
scoops ‘arts Oscar’
Moversandshakers

By age 24 most young people are just starting out in their careers and gaining their first experience of
what it means to live and work in the real world. But not for Canelle, whose brief journey through life
has already proven that one’s age does not determine the experiences one has.
Growing up in the Battlefields in Dundee, KwaZulu-Natal, Canelle left high school at the end of Grade
10 to complete a Cambridge International Matric through correspondence. She started working at 16,
and for three years had no less than three part-time jobs simultaneously.
Luckily, she says, they were all interesting, meaningful and in-line with the kind of work she saw
herself doing in the future. 'When my father became increasingly ill and passed away late 2008, it
was a turning point for me – the proverbial fragility of human existence dawned on me, and pushed
me to help myself recover from the depression I had been experiencing at school, as my life and its
circumstances had been far from easy, and to embrace all opportunities or to create them for myself.'
In seeking to make as big of a difference as she could with her very limited means at the time, Canelle
became involved in as many charities as she could, and co-founded a community radio station in the
Sibongile township outside of Dundee.
'In 2013, my mother passed away, as did the grandmother in whose home I was raised, and even my
family cat of 12 years had to be put down. I found myself, for the first time since adolescence, without
any dependents. I made the decision to resign from my job and complete my education.'
Canelle moved to Johannesburg and now works at the South African Institute of International Affairs
(SAIIA) while studying towards a BA in Politics, Philosophy and Economics (PPE). 'This qualification
offers a lot of flexibility in terms of career diversification, and the value of the broad spectrum cross-
disciplinary curriculum makes itself manifestly clear to me the more I work and learn,' she says. 'I’m in
the fortunate position where my studies and work are perfectly synchronised.'
Canelle was chosen by Wyse International to represent South Africa at an international leadership
programme in Italy in July this year. The 12-day programme sees emerging leaders from different
cultures, religions and socio-economic backgrounds come together to form an international learning
community on the underlying issues of global challenges. She also attended the Brightest Young
Mind (BYM) summit late last year. BYM is a South African non-profit supported by Barclays that
identifies 100 of Southern Africa’s most innovative young people each year. The organisation
then connects these young leaders at a five-day summit where they collaborate
to create solutions to social challenges.
J
udging from the range of success stories about Unisa students published on myUnisa in 2015 alone, there can be
no doubt that Unisa students put the U in unique. It is their interesting and diverse life journeys that lead them to
Unisa, making this university one that allows its students the space to be financially independent and support their
families while receiving an education at the same time. Twenty-four-year-old Canelle Friis is yet another student in
this select category.
“This qualification
offers a lot of
flexibility in terms of
career diversification,
and the value of
the broad spectrum
cross-disciplinary
curriculum makes
itself manifestly clear
to me the more
I work and learn.
I’m in the fortunate
position where
my studies and
work are perfectly
synchronised.”
A life lived at full tilt
inspired Winter 201512

Kasturie works as senior mechanical engineer at Gibela Rail
Transport Consortium, an emerging South African rail company
selected by the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA)
to participate in a ten-year rolling stock project to design and
deliver 600 complete passenger trains. Gibela will establish a
state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Ekurhuleni in Gauteng,
localise the manufacture of several components for the new
fleet, and create jobs on a sizeable scale.
Kasturie is one of 12 young engineers who left for France for
world-class training to learn the skills needed to build trains, to
gain the knowledge and experience necessary to understand the
new PRASA train product, and to design variants of these trains.
As she explained: ‘I am here in Paris to attend specific Alstom
product training. The programme is pertinent to my position in
respect of the trains that are to be built for PRASA using Alstom
technology. This training is being provided to us by Alstom
internal specialists in this specified field.’
As a designer, Kasturie has received training in Catia V5 and
DMA (a data management system) and is currently using these
tools during on-the-job training. She completed the training
in less than six months and has been able to fully integrate
her new knowledge into her job function and responsibilities.
However, there is still a long road ahead, since train design is a
highly specialised and detailed field.
Once she returns from France she will begin transferring the
skills and knowledge she has gained to a number of South
Africans involved in the project.
Kasturie’s job involves applying standard train design
development procedures to design and draw parts of the
train. She furthermore checks the digital mock-up, initiates
action plans to solve problems, and offers support to the
manufacturing, sourcing and commissioning functions as
required.
‘We believe in the Gibela journey, and we realise the extent
of our collective responsibility to pass on the skills we acquire
abroad to colleagues at home,’ said Kasturie.
Engineering student
off to France
Kasturie Pillay is a Unisa RPL (recognition of prior learning) candidate. Through her working
experience as an engineer, she has earned herself module credits (for Mechanical Engineering) based
on the knowledge and learning she received outside the formal education and training system.
Kasturie with her Gibela colleagues
By Nkululeko Mpakama
Moversandshakers
Kasturie Pillay

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and Management Sciences
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mandd@unisa.ac.za
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mandd@unisa.ac.za
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+27 12 441 5549
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and Technology
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App-solutely
Remember the milk
If you are struggling to
manage everything you have
to do and you work with
many different devices, this
app is for you. It is a great free
tool which is compatible with
your mobile, computer, Gmail,
Outlook, etc. It helps you to manage your tasks easily
and reminds you of them wherever you are.
Sources: Lifehack (www.lifehack.org) and QS Top Universities
(www.topuniversities.com)
U
nisa students agree that time management is
the major hurdle when it comes to balancing
work, daily life and studies. Here are four
apps (available for free fully or on trial for both iOS
and Android) that will help you to make the most of
your limited time by boosting productivity or in other
creative ways.
Any.do
Any.do allows you to
organise your day by
allowing you to create
reminders, to-do lists,
notes and events and store them on the clean and easy-
to-use Any.do interface. Although similar to other time
management tools on the market, the app works across
platforms, making it easy to switch from your phone to
your laptop without missing anything on your schedule.
Toggl
This is a great alternative
to timesheets if you
need to track how much
time you spend on different projects. Effective time
management starts with being clear on exactly how
much time you actually spend on your projects and
tasks, and then analyse how you can manage them
more effectively.
focus@will
This app combines
neuroscience and
music to boost your
productivity. It claims
that it is possible
to increase your
attention span by up
to 400%. On mobile,
tablet or computer, listen to multiple music channels
scientifically optimised to increase concentration and
productivity. Ideal for those who find it difficult to focus
while studying, working or reading.
fabulous
Technology

By implication the signature course model
resulted in better student performance
in the second semester of 2014 and
Dr Gerda Mischke, Signature Curriculum
Project Manager in Unisa’s Office of the
Pro-Vice-Chancellor (PVC), is confident
that this trend can continue in future.
There have also been many lessons learnt
from the signature courses further to the
aims of, amongst other, designing one
fully online module for each Unisa college
and providing adequate access to digital
devices.
So what did the signature course
evaluation reveal? Here are the key
findings.
Signature cours
W
hile professional and
skilled graduates are
needed to bolster the
labour market and fuel a developing
economy, society needs well-
educated, responsible citizens
who can make a dynamic and
meaningful impact to that society.
To realise this vision, in 2013
Unisa introduced six signature
courses that are designed to
engage students in an interactive
and enriching learning experience.
The aim of these courses is to
help Unisa students to become
graduates of distinction: graduates
who can bring about change. Two
years down the line, how have these
courses fared? Inspired looks at the
latest evaluation.
01
Key finding
02
Key finding
03
Key finding
04
Key finding
05
Key finding
06
Key finding
Access to 1 450
computers, internet
in rural areas
Digi-bands
find favour
Most students
access online
courses from home
Teaching assistants
do make a difference
Unequal access to
technology exists
Bandwidth remains
a challenge
The average percentage
Unisa undergraduate
students scored in
signature courses is
77.6%.

ses bear fruit Here are some of the comments
that emerged during a student
survey conducted across
colleges by the Directorate of
Institutional Research:
•• This has been the most
interesting and worthwhile
module I have ever studied. I
can honestly say that it has
changed my life. This course
has been so enlightening
and made me aware of
how much more I can do,
particularly in terms of
educating those around me.
I would like to thank you for
making this possible.
•• I enjoyed the fact that we
could analyse disputes
and engage in critical
conversations. I can almost
say that this module has
taught me exactly how to
think and judge critically.
It helped me in terms of
defending my client in court
one day.
•• This module was very good,
I enjoyed every assignment
and there is fairness when it
comes to allocating marks.
However, time is a problem
and there is a lot of work on
our plate so there could be
improvements by changing
semester modules to year
modules.
•• I enjoyed the engagement
with fellow students on the
discussion forum because it
helped me understand more
of this module. Because it was
my first online module I found
it very special and professional
doing all my work through
this medium.
•• This module gave me a
chance to find out how my
fellow students felt about
South African and foreign
law. It created much more
understanding and highlighted
the general appreciation
of the Constitution of our
country.
Central to the signature course model is access to computers and the internet.
The latest data shows that student access to computers has increased. Mischke
points out that through the telecentre initiative, Unisa students have access to
1 450 computers with internet access in rural areas throughout South Africa.
‘Added to machines at regional computer labs, Unisa students have access to
at least 2 664 working computers throughout the country. Also, an increasing
number of students have purchased their own devices,’ she says.
To accommodate those Unisa students who do not have internet access, the basic
course material is uploaded onto a wrist-worn USB flash drive, known as a digi-
band. These digi-bands have received positive responses from students as it
allows them to work offline and upload material online at an internet destination
of their choice. According to a statistical analysis conducted by the Directorate
of Institutional Research, 50% of the 3 724 Unisa students participating in the
relevant survey were actively using their digi-bands on a regular basis.
The above-mentioned survey also examined
the location from which students access
online courses. According to the survey,
73% of students do so from home, 54%
from work, and 14% from internet cafés
and Unisa computer laboratories.
With around 500 teaching assistants having been recruited,
students’ responses have been positive in this regard too. 836 said
that their tutor/e-tutor/online teaching assistant responded to their
communication within 48 hours, 892 students said that this was done
in a meaningful way, 825 said that their teaching assistants had sound
knowledge of the subject matter and 807 students said that difficult
subject matter was explained well to them.
According to Professor Narend Baijnath, Pro-Vice-Chancellor at Unisa,
the signature course project has made a transformative impact
on course development and student learning. However, despite its
success the context of disproportion and unequal access to technology
exists. ‘The economic stratification in South African society is apparent
in the disproportionate access to technology in South African
education,’ the PVC points out.
‘By far the greatest challenge at Unisa is
that a significant proportion of our students
are confronted with no or limited internet
access,’ says the PVC
What students say
Technology

A live cell imaging system. This instrument is used
in the real-time study of living cells using time-lapse
microscopy.
Sadi Mogorosi operating the GCxGC-TOFMS, which
allows extremely complex analysis of samples to detect
thousands of individual components from complex
mixtures.
A pneumatics system which converts pressure energy
to mechanical energy by means of pneumatic cylinders
and motors.
A cutting machine which cuts rocks to ensure the right
core length for rock testing.
science
success

W
hereas previously Unisa students had to use other universities’ facilities to complete their
practical sessions, they now, due to the building and commissioning of the laboratories at
the Science Campus, have access to Unisa’s own laboratories, housing some of the best
infrastructure and laboratory equipment available. Unisa is a university of students and researchers
from all over the world and having such equipment not only boosts its research output but ensures
the university takes centre stage in accelerating Africa’s development. Inspired brings you a brief
glimpse of the remarkable range of laboratory equipment now in use at the College of Agriculture and
Environmental Sciences (CAES) and the College of Science, Engineering and Technology (CSET).
Leslie Nickola optimising a motor control circuit in the
Electrical Machines Laboratory.
Reggie Netshikweta and Sidwell Hlalele explain the
operation of electronic circuits on a training panel in
the Electrical and Electronics Laboratory.
Prof. Sekhar Ray explains the importance of the AXIS
Supra x-ray photoelectron spectrometer, which is used
to measure elemental composition at the parts per
thousand range, empirical formula, chemical state
and electronic state of the elements that exist within a
material.
The Pulverisette 7 is used for quick dry and wet
grinding of inorganic and organic prepared samples.
Technology

By Deirdre Potgieter, Directorate of Counselling and Career Development (DCCD)
You do need to be selfish about your studies. This is healthy
and productive, but do not go to the extreme of being
aggressive. Assertiveness is being able to communicate your
priorities and give a healthy message to others about your
studies.
Assertiveness has two main elements: verbal behaviour (your
choice of words and phrases) and non-verbal behaviour or
body language (your choice of gestures, body posture and
facial expressions). These two elements are what others hear
and see and will influence their responses. Assertive behaviour
is not cold and unfeeling. Naturally you will have strong feelings
in difficult situations, but the point is that you can choose
how you will express those feelings openly and directly to the
appropriate person, without being aggressively rude or a non-
assertive doormat.
Y
ou have just settled down to start studying. You have planned exactly what you would like to
cover during your study session this evening. You feel very motivated and focused. You’ve done
all your preparation for a productive study session. Everything is quiet. ‘At last,’ you think, ‘I can
cover this part of the work without any interruptions.’ Just then, there is a knock at the door. A close
friend asks you a special favour: to go to a meeting with her. You get a sinking feeling in your stomach.
You really wanted to be alone to study, but after all, this is one of your closest friends! What do you
do? Do you choose your friendship or studies?
Reach your study goals
by being more assertive
This is a difficult situation, but we all need to assert ourselves
at times. It is difficult to insist on needing time for your studies
because others may not think your studies are a priority in their
lives. Here are some guidelines on prioritising your studies, and
on telling people directly, honestly and appropriately that your
studies are very important to you. You need to communicate
your intentions about your studies in advance to the people
involved in your learning environment.
How to be assertive
You have the right to express your feelings, opinions and needs.
You need to be listened to and taken seriously. You need to set
your own priorities and to say 'no' without feeling guilty about
your studies. Often, as the year progresses, students succumb to
giving family, friends and work more emphasis than their studies.

What is the difference between assertive
behaviour and aggression?
Aggression is being hostile. It implies fear of not getting enough
consideration or fear of being overlooked. Aggressive people are
competitive instead of co-operative in their gestures, postures
and words. For example they may –
•• interrupt others when they are speaking
•• try to impose their opinion on others
•• always talk loudly and call attention to themselves
•• accuse, blame and find fault with others and hurt their
feelings
•• try to make decisions for others
•• cause others harm and inconvenience
•• think they are stronger and more capable than others
•• accept responsibility and positions of authority so that they
can manipulate others or express themselves forcefully
You should always keep a balance when you tell others about
your needs for your study goals, never belittling others or
making them feel inferior. Assertive behaviour, unlike aggressive
behaviour, is self-enhancing because it shows a positive firmness
and attitude, a striving for a goal. Being assertive means you face
up to the situation directly and openly, and carefully choose the
best words to describe what you think or feel. You are assertive
when you –
•• stand up for the position that matches your feelings and
facts
•• speak spontaneously and naturally, using a moderate,
audible but not loud tone
•• state your own opinion while being respectful to others
•• consider yourself as strong and capable, equal to other
people
•• try to understand other people’s feelings before describing
your own
•• make your own decisions and express your feelings and
desires appropriately
You need to tell people openly, directly, honestly and
appropriately, about your desires and needs for your studies.
You need to go after what you want and make things
happen by acting in a way you can respect.
Assertiveness skills
Think of being assertive as like pressing a 'pause button' before
going into a situation or responding to someone. You can
change the whole course of a conversation because using your
pause button gives you time to become aware of your thoughts
and feelings. This gives you time to decide what to say and how
to say it without reacting by force of habit and perhaps being
perceived as aggressive or a non-assertive doormat.
One of the key ways to use the 'pause button' effectively is to
talk to yourself in your head. This inner dialogue influences how
you see a threat to your studies and also how you will deal
with it. Also, use your inner dialogue to help you prepare for a
difficult situation. Imagine the problem you expect to face and
think up the right words for dealing with it. Identify the assertive
behaviour you want to use, then visualise yourself behaving
in that way. The next step is to build your confidence to be
assertive. Then do it!
Some people are non-assertive or unassertive. They are
protective and defensive, and so are the gestures and phrases
associated with unassertiveness. People who have the 'disease
to please' are too polite, tactful, diplomatic, modest and self-
denying. They let someone else decide what will happen next.
When agreements of your studies are
reached but ignored
You need an assertive statement or question that draws
attention to the issue, without being rude. Your verbal and non-
verbal behaviour is crucial, so remember these tips:
•• Make eye contact
•• Steady your voice when you start to speak
•• Use a firm, steady voice
•• Do not blame or accuse
•• Do not threaten
To conclude, as an adult student, you have to take responsibility
for your own studies. This is not easy since there are many
other priorities in your life, too. This is a process and happens
in one go. This new way of thinking and doing may take some
time to adjust to. Yet your target is eventually to become an
independent student, and being assertive about your studies can
empower you to be just that. This takes practice.
Be more aware of your own
behaviour, the kinds of behaviour you
can choose and how people are likely
to respond to you. This will help you
change your behaviour for different
occasions, improve your relationships
and succeed better in life. Take
control of your studies.
Studyandcareermatters

Two student leaders graduate
* Submitted by the Student Development Directorate
Jerome Zungu (National Deputy
Speaker) graduated on 16 April 2015
with a BSc in Agricultural Science.
Moleseng Evans Malepe (National
Postgraduate Officer) graduated
on 15 April 2015 with a National
Diploma in Information Technology.
Graduating on 16 April 2015 with a BSc in Agricultural Science, Jerome said: 'I have no regrets
in life and have learnt a lot in the last three years of my student activism within the campus. I
am grateful to Unisa for academic experience and the degree that has just been conferred on
me. I am thankful to the lecturers at the Colleges of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences
and Science, Engineering and Technology, who along the way contributed on my success.’
He said Unisa has equipped him appropriately and he is now well-trained and ready to face
the world. 'Although I still retain the role of the national deputy speaker in the Unisa student
leadership, I am now fully committed and dedicated to my work, and I am determined to craft
the next stage of my life which will entail work, marriage and further study.'
Jerome has registered for an honour’s degree. 'My goal is to study until I acquire
at least three master’s degrees and a PhD qualification in the disciplines
of development, law, philosophy and agriculture,' he said.
'I know this is not for the faint-hearted as this
requires passion and hard work but I am
ready for the challenge. I love
studying and will continue
seeking knowledge and
wisdom in order to
become a better South African and a good citizen of this world.'
Also graduating in April with his National Diploma in Information
Technology was Moleseng Evans Malepe, the SRC's
National Postgraduate Officer. 'I would like to thank my family
for giving me the support, my mother has always been there
for me,’ said Moleseng. 'Secondly, I would like to thank my
friends, my fellow comrades and colleagues from the SRC
in both regional and national offices, of course not
forgetting the Student Development Directorate
for the support they have given me as well as the
Unisa community at
large.’
Moleseng said it
has been a very
long journey for
him, being an SRC
member and also
making sure that he
completed his studies.
'I am currently registered
for a BTech degree and
my ultimate goal is to
complete it in record time
and proceed further with
an MTech qualification.
I would like to encourage
all student leaders to work
hard in realising
their dreams.'
F
ully participating in student leadership did not stop senior Student Representative Council (SRC)
members Jerome Zungu and Molaseng Evans Malepe from graduating.
‘I love studying and
will continue seeking
knowledge and wisdom
in order to become a
better South African
and a good citizen of
this world.’

ABSIP members tackle
global challenge
* Submitted by Tapiwa Muzvidzwa
This annual global competition provides
university students with hands-on mentoring
and intensive training in financial analysis.
Students work in teams to research and
analyse a publicly traded company —
sometimes even meeting face-to-face with
company management. Each team writes a
research report on their assigned company
with a buy, sell, or hold recommendation, and
may be asked to present and defend their
analysis to a panel of industry professionals.
(L-R) Abel Mahachi, Godfrey Marozva and
Tapiwe Muzvidzwa.
T
apiwa Muzvidzwa, Abel Mahachi and Mpilo Mhlongo,
members of the Unisa chapter of the Association of Black Securities
and Investment Professionals (ABSIP), participated in the prestigious
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Institute Research Challenge for 2014/2015.
ABSIP's Unisa student chapter is proud of Tapiwa, Abel, Mpilo and the faculty advisor, Mr Godfrey
Marozva (CFA), for their tireless efforts in participating in the challenge. ABSIP will continue to
empower and expose its brilliant membership, and if you want to join the 2015/16 research team,
or participate in the second semester programmes such as investment, risk and insurance, and
conversations with industry captains, contact the institution by emailing unisa@absip.co.za or calling
074 876 9111. The institution's website can be found at www.absip.co.za.
Mpilo Mhlongo
'Real-life research and
analytics have helped me in
my own studies. Applying
the theory in practice is
fulfilling, and inspires me to
qualify quickly and go into
the industry.'
Tapiwa Muzvidzwa
'The challenge in itself
moulds one to be very
analytical and vigilant.
Researching an actual
company's regional and
global trends is empowering,
and equips us as future
professionals.'
Abel Mahachi
'The level of competition at
this challenge is immense
and requires well-
polished research. Having
a professional mentor
assigned to us made the
whole experience much
smoother and enabled us to
understand complex industry
dynamics.'
The Unisa ABSIP team were awarded certificates of participation from the
CFA Institute for representing the university, and shared their experience:
NSRCandstudentassociations

How will the applications process change?
• There will be only one application period per academic year for both semesters. This means that you
will need to apply once only (during the advertised application period of any given year) for both
semesters of the study year. There will no longer be a mid-year application period.
• Your application must now indicate three qualifications ranked in order of preference (although you
can pursue only one should more than one of your qualifications be successful). Unisa will inform
you whether your application was successful and for which qualification you have been selected.
• Students that have been accepted for registration must pay an acceptance fee within a given
timeframe to confirm acceptance of Unisa’s admission offer. Failure to pay the acceptance fee
within the stipulated timeframe will result in the space being offered to another student. Should
you have paid in time and proceed with registration, your tuition fee will be reduced by the amount
you paid as your acceptance fee. However, if you accept the offer and pay the acceptance fee but
ultimately decide not to register, you will forfeit the fee.
• Online applications for 2016 will be open between 3 August and 30 September 2015.
• Hard copy applications will be open between 3 August and 31 August 2015.
Who will be affected?
The aforementioned changes apply to all undergraduate applications, in other words, first-time
applicants and current students applying for undergraduate qualifications other than the ones they
are currently registered for.
SELECTION AND APPLICATION FOR 2016:
Here’s what you should know
Unisa is known as a provider of fair and equitable access to higher education opportunities.
Flowing from its social responsibility to address past inequalities, Unisa has developed a new
application and selection process that will more effectively address historical imbalances without
sacrificing quality standards. This process will promote focused attention towards improved student
support and the alignment of our new student intake with the available academic capacity and
required infrastructure to maximise all students’ chances of success.
What will the new selection process entail?
• At the heart of the selection process is the calculation of an individual’s points score, which takes
into account not only the final Grade 12 marks achieved, but other key factors such as school attended,
gender, socioeconomic group, race etc.
• This automated online system will allow students to conduct a self-assessment and calculate their
individual points score. Students will be able to assess whether they meet the statutory and college
specific admission requirements for their chosen qualifications.
• Once the requirements have been met, students may apply for enrolment. This, however, is no
guarantee that a space for registration will be offered upon receiving an application for study
(see the application process below).
• Another change is that students will be accommodated on the basis of the number of places
available for each qualification.
• Students will no longer be automatically accepted if they meet the general academic admission
requirements for a qualification, as was the case previously.
• Unisa is serious about accommodating as many students as possible, and applicants who pass the
selection phase but are declined due to insufficient positions will be placed on a waiting list for the
qualification they want to pursue. Such applicants will be informed the minute a place
becomes available.

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