Cum Laude Graduates Shine at 2024 Spring Graduations due to perseverance and balance
17 September 2024 | STORY Nontobeko Moimane. PHOTO Peter Masela.
Cum Laude graduates, Theophillus Sekatane, recipient of a Diploma in Analytical Chemistry, and Valentine Raseyala, awarded a Postgraduate Diploma in Information Technology, were among the few high achievers within the Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences during the 2024 Spring graduations. Their hard work and dedication culminated in well-deserved distinctions.
Ms. Raseyala, a two-time Cum Laude recipient, expressed deep gratitude for the financial support she received from the Signa Trust. She emphasised how this support not only eased her academic journey but also contributed to her mental health and career development. Offering advice to current students, she highlighted the importance of balancing academics and personal life, sharing her philosophy: “Siyafunda futhi siyagroover”—We study, and we enjoy life. She added, “This journey is not meant to be taken alone. Engage in activities beyond your academics, such as mentorship programs, to grow holistically.”
Mr. Sekatane echoed similar sentiments about focus and perseverance. He attributed his success to hard work, continuously pushing himself to improve, and seeking help when necessary. “Dedicate yourself to your studies and always strive to better yourself,” he advised, underscoring the importance of self-discipline and resilience.
Both graduates stand as inspirations within the university community, proving that success is achieved through a combination of dedication, balance, and support.