A day in the life at the University of Pretoria. 27 August 1965

On this "Day in the life of the University of Pretoria" the student newspaper, Perdeby, reported on a number innovative ways Tukkie students are earning extra cash.

Perdeby, 27 August 1966 © UP Archives

The paper reported that students are taking to driving school busses or working at security guards at local shelters and the CSIR. One student even repaired watches during his spare time.

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