VUT recruitment team celebrates 20 years of partnership with CEIA

The Vaal University of Technology (VUT) recruitment team recently attended the 2024 Career Exhibition and Information Association (CEIA) annual general meeting and conference, held from 23 to 25 October at Imvelo Safari Lodge & Game Breeders. This event marked a significant milestone, celebrating CEIA’s 20-year collaboration with South Africa’s universities of technology.

The VUT recruitment team joined other institutions and partners at the conference, engaging in discussions on career guidance and strategies to enhance student recruitment. Their participation underscored VUT’s ongoing commitment to fostering educational partnerships that support students’ career aspirations and professional development.

VUT representatives participated in networking sessions, a meet-and-greet dinner, and team-building exercises designed to strengthen inter-institutional connections. A highlight of the event was a presentation by the South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA), providing updates on qualifications frameworks and their impact on recruitment and student engagement.

Through their active involvement, the VUT recruitment team contributed valuable insights to CEIA’s mission, demonstrating their dedication to reaching prospective students and bridging the gap between secondary and higher education. Their engagement reinforced VUT’s role as a supportive partner in CEIA’s journey to enhance career exhibition standards and guidance resources for students across South Africa.