Prof Vandeyar has been a lecturer at the University of Pretoria since 2000. She became an associate professor in 2008 and gained full professorship at the start of 2012. She is widely published and has served on a number of national and international bodies over the years. She has also been invited as guest lecturer at international universities and contributor at conferences numerously.

As an C2 NRF-rated researcher, Prof Vandeyar has been involved in extensive research projects, some of which are still ongoing. She is also an experienced supervisor for postgraduate studies.

The Department of Humanities Education is glad to welcome her in its top spot.