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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 13h

#UWCGrad2026: “The degree is the achievement. The journey is the transformation.” From university admission setbacks to earning his Doctor of Laws (LLD), Olamide Ibrahim's journey is one of resilience and determination. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 16h

One year ago, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) unveiled the Brian O’Connell Life Sciences Building, honouring a visionary leader whose legacy continues to inspire generations. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 16h

#UWCGrad2026: “It is a victory over illness and a legacy for my children.” Despite battling cancer, undergoing chemotherapy and raising her children as a single parent, Megan Brink persevered to earn her Master of Education. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[READ] UWC Master's student of Philosophy in the field of Sport for Development represented South Africa at one of the world's leading programmes in Olympic Studies, returning with new knowledge, global connections and fresh inspiration for research: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[EVENT] Join UWC’s Queer Dubs Forum as it marks its first anniversary with a conversation on heritage, identity, spirituality and belonging on 15 October | 13h00. Register: uwc.zoom.us/meeting/regi... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 12/10/2026

[READ] During her inaugural lecture, Prof Sadika Khan reflected on her journey from District Six to academia, highlighting how dentistry, research and education can transform lives and make oral healthcare more accessible: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: “Go forth and be great. That is the UWC way.” – Prof Sarojini Nadar. And that’s a wrap on Spring Graduation 2026! Two days of achievement, pride and unforgettable celebrations. To our graduates, may your success inspire change and your knowledge make a lasting difference. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: Excellence inspires excellence! As Prof Matete Madiba reminded graduates, UWC is a place where access and excellence go hand in hand. Today, we celebrate our Faculty of Natural Sciences graduates and the remarkable futures ahead. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: A moment for our PhDs in blue! Years of research, dedication and perseverance have led to this incredible milestone. Today, we celebrate our newest doctors and their remarkable achievements! #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: Celebrating our Faculty of Natural Sciences graduates! As Rector and Vice-Chancellor Prof Robert Balfour encouraged: “Use your education with purpose and in ways that widen opportunity for others.” Congratulations, Class of 2026! #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

[READ] A recent public lecture at the University of the Western Cape, Prof Nadera Shalhoub-Kevorkian challenged conventional understandings of torture, exploring how the conditions of everyday life in Gaza form part of the violence experienced by Palestinians: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

[READ] From disappointment in 2009 to earning his PhD in Economics, Dr Abiatar Andreas’ journey is a testament to resilience, perseverance and the power of never giving up. Today, he celebrates his triumph at UWC. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC #UWCGrad2026

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: Smiles, pride and unforgettable moments as our EMS graduates celebrated their achievements yesterday! The celebrations continue with Session 3 this morning. Watch live at 09h30: bit.ly/UWCGrad-2026... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: A special moment as Chancellor Archbishop Thabo Makgoba presides over his final graduation season at UWC. We honour his years of service, leadership and presence at some of the University’s most significant milestones. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: Session 1 celebrated graduates from two of UWC’s faculties, Arts & Humanities and Community and Health Sciences, in a morning filled with pride, achievement, and joy. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

[READ] It was Student Entrepreneurship Week, and Owethu Peki, a BCom graduate and current Honours student at UWC, has good reason to be grateful for the opportunities the University has provided him to pursue his passion for entrepreneurship. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: Spring Graduation is almost here! 🎓 On 8 & 9 October, the procession begins, the stage comes alive and we celebrate every proud, heartfelt and unforgettable moment with our graduates. All graduation info: bit.ly/UWC-Grad-Info #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

[READ] A lifelong commitment to teaching, people and possibility has earned UWC's Dr Anthea Jacobs a 2026 National University Teaching Awards commendation, recognising her contribution to learning and teaching in South African higher education. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

[READ] Double doctorates, double the impact. Dr Nomfundo Mali and Dr Susan Ntete will graduate with their second PhDs, this time in Forensic Linguistics at UWC, with research addressing fair trials, court interpreting and mortgage fraud. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #UWCGrad2026 #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

[READ] Democracy is shaped not only at the ballot box, but also in how we listen, question and engage. UWC’s Dr Trevor Makhetha reflects on the role of education in strengthening democratic participation through “Audiencious Learning”. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

#UWCGD2026 | Cape Town, it’s your turn! The University of the Western Cape (UWC) Annual Golf Day heads to Atlantic Beach Golf Estate on Friday, 27 November 2026. Golf. Connection. Purpose. Find out more: bit.ly/UWC-GolfDay #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

[READ] From a young girl in Khayelitsha with dreams of acting to a recognised scientist, Professor Fanelwa Ngece-Ajayi reflected on the people, opportunities and unexpected turns that shaped her journey during her inaugural lecture at UWC. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

#UWCGrad2026: As the University of the Western Cape (UWC) prepares to celebrate graduation, we invite you to share stories of excellence, resilience and impact. If you or someone you know has achieved something remarkable, we want to hear from you. Email ia@uwc.ac.za. #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

[READ] Professor Sue-Mari Viljoen’s passion for property law has shaped her academic career and contribution to legal education. She recently reflected on this journey during her inaugural lecture at the University of the Western Cape (UWC). Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

[READ] The University of the Western Cape (UWC) has strengthened key measures of its academic performance while retaining its place among the world’s top universities in the 2027 Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

[READ] UWC's second Nature Photography Competition has celebrated the remarkable biodiversity and natural heritage found right on the University’s doorstep, inviting students to discover the Cape Flats Nature Reserve through the lens of photography. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

#ChooseUWC: Today is the last day to apply for undergraduate and postgraduate study at the University of the Western Cape (UWC) for 2027. Don’t miss your chance to take the next step towards your future at UWC. Applications close today, 30 September 2026. Apply now: bit.ly/UWC-Apply #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Last chance to say: I’m in. The 2026 University of the Western Cape (UWC) Staff Campaign ends on 30 September. There’s still time to support students facing financial challenges. Make your pledge: bit.ly/UWC-StaffCam... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

[READ] University of the Western Cape (UWC) Professor André Odendaal has received the 2026 Howard Milton Award for Cricket Scholarship, recognising five decades of contributions to cricket history and scholarship. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC @bssh.bsky.social

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

[READ] The University of the Western Cape (UWC) stood alongside Bellville South SAPS and community stakeholders during Heritage Week, joining hands in a show of unity, cultural pride and shared commitment to safer communities. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

[WATCH] The University of the Western Cape (UWC) joined Bellville South SAPS and community partners for a Heritage Week Solidarity Chain, celebrating unity in diversity while promoting social cohesion and safer communities: bit.ly/UWC-Heritage... #IAmUWC #HeritageMonth

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Heritage Week Solidarity Chain

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) joined community members, the South African Police Service (SAPS), the Bellville South Community Policing Forum (CPF...

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

[READ] Dr Gérard Filies of the University of the Western Cape (UWC) has been recognised by the World Health Organization (WHO) for his expertise in advancing interprofessional education. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

[READ] The University of the Western Cape’s (UWC) Gender Equity Unit has launched a 100-day challenge to tackle cyberbullying and technology-facilitated gender-based violence, with a focus on safer digital spaces and collective action. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

[READ] A University of the Western Cape (UWC) study has revealed high levels of depression and probable PTSD among students with disabilities, highlighting the need for more inclusive and disability-responsive mental health support in higher education. Read: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

[READ] UWC Rector & Vice-Chancellor, Professor Robert J Balfour, recently represented the University at the Matariki Network of Universities Executive Board and Leads Meeting, hosted by the University of Otago in Dunedin, New Zealand, from 20–22 September 2026: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

A look back at the University of the Western Cape’s (UWC) Postgraduate Open Day in August. Missed it? There’s still time to take the next step. Postgraduate applications for 2027 close on 30 September 2026. Apply now: bit.ly/UWC-Apply #IAmUWC #ChooseUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

#UWCGD2026 | Cape Town, are you ready to tee off? The University of the Western Cape (UWC) Annual Golf Day heads to Atlantic Beach Golf Estate on 27 November 2026. More info: www.uwc.ac.za/about/alumni... Watch: youtu.be/VhmyFHuSpHA #IAmUWC

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UWC Cape Town Golf Day 2026

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) warmly invites you to the 2026 UWC Cape Town Golf Day —a signature fundraising event that brings together alumni, pa...

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

#HeritageDay | In a Heritage Day 2026 message, the University of the Western Cape (UWC) Acting Rector and Vice-Chancellor Prof Matete Madiba reflects on the histories, languages, cultures and traditions that shape us, and the living heritage we carry forward: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

[READ] A missed medical career led Prof Abram Madiehe down an unexpected path to science. Now a professor at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), his research explores “nanoliposuction” and targeted treatments for obesity. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

[READ] When Professor Joelien Pretorius steps up to deliver her inaugural lecture this week, she brings with her not only decades of scholarship and activism, but also a deeply personal journey that has shaped her convictions. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

[READ] Long before he became a professor at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), Paolo Israel was a young man trying to make sense of a world shaped by political conflict, family divisions, and competing ideologies. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

[READ] In a country where youth unemployment hovers at crisis levels, the National EDHE (Entrepreneurship Development in Higher Education) Absa Studentpreneurs Indaba 2026 has become a game‑changer for students at the University of the Western Cape. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

[READ] 40 years after the University of the Western Cape entered its first strategic international partnership, the relationship with the University of Missouri System continues to create opportunities for students, researchers and academics. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Still meaning to make your pledge? Consider this your reminder. The 2026 University of the Western Cape (UWC) Staff Campaign ends on 30 September. There’s still time to turn intention into action. Make your pledge: bit.ly/UWC-StaffCam... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

[READ] Oral health is gaining a stronger voice in global public health. University of the Western Cape (UWC) researchers joined global discussions on integrating oral health into primary healthcare and universal health coverage. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

[READ] University of the Western Cape (UWC) Professor Robertson Tengeh used his inaugural lecture to call for stronger support, education and policies to help small businesses and entrepreneurs succeed across Africa. Read more: www.uwc.ac.za/news-and-ann... #IAmUWC

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University of the Western Cape @uwconline.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

#UWCGD2026 | Johannesburg, what a round! Relive the highlights from the UWC Annual Golf Day at Copperleaf – a day of golf, connection and purpose. Cape Town, you’re next – Friday, 27 November 2026. Watch the highlights: bit.ly/UWC-GD-JHB-2... #IAmUWC

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2026 UWC Annual Golf Day | Johannesburg Highlights | #UWCGD2026

Relive the highlights of the 2026 University of the Western Cape (UWC) Annual Golf Day in Johannesburg.Hosted at Copperleaf Golf Estate on Friday, 11 Septemb...

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