#UPGivingMatters: Stand a chance to win an iconic ‘one-of-a-kind’ 1967 VW Beetle with a proud UP history

Posted on July 25, 2024

Your R67 raffle ticket not only helps the #UPGivingMatters campaign help students, but also gives you the chance of winning this iconic ‘one-year-only’ 1967 Beetle, once owned by UP’s longest serving Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Professor Casper (CH) Rautenbach.

UP Sports Medicine alumni appointed to SA medical team at the 2024 Olympics

Posted on July 25, 2024

Section Sports Medicine at the University of Pretoria is proud to announce that several of its distinguished alumni from the Sports Medicine Section have been appointed to the South African medical team for the 2024 Olympics in France. This esteemed group of professionals will be instrumental in...

UP hosts seminar series on embedding ubuntu in workplace practices

Posted on July 24, 2024

The Transformation Office at the University of Pretoria (UP) is hosting a series of seminars that explores the transformative potential of the philosophy of ubuntu in decolonising workplace wellness practices.

University of Pretoria orthodontics registrars to be trained on the latest treatment techniques

Posted on July 24, 2024

The University of Pretoria has teamed up with Align Technology, a Switzerland-based company, to revolutionise postgraduate training in digital orthodontic treatment.

Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UP welcomes 2024 cohort

Posted on July 23, 2024

The Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at UP welcomes its 2024 cohort! The programme seeks to provide young Africans with equitable access to education and foster leadership among them.

UP students open their hearts for third annual Giving Day

Posted on July 22, 2024

SHARING IS CARING: UP students came out in their numbers this Giving Day to show support for fellow students who are facing financial challenges, by making donations and buying raffle tickets for the chance to win an iconic 1967 VW Beetle!

UP launches raffle for VW Beetle as part of Giving Matters campaign

Posted on July 19, 2024

This year, as part of UP's efforts to raise awareness and funds, the campaign has launched a raffle for an iconic 1967 Volkswagen (VW) Beetle. The vehicle holds special significance for the University, having once been owned by Prof Casper Rautenbach who served as Vice-Chancellor and Principal at...

UP EXPERT OPINION: ‘Mental health is possible for all’ – Head of Student Counselling Unit

Posted on July 19, 2024

Dr Hanlé Kirkcaldy discusses the mental-health crisis at SA universities, and what UP is doing to help our students