The powers that be at Monash University in Ruimsig took time out to honour the students that put their best forward in the School of Social Science.
On 10 November, the University’s CEO, head of the School of Social Science and eager students gathered to honour and celebrate students that have applied themselves in the field of sciences. A crucial industry skill, the first and runner-up students were presented with certificates of excellence in the 12 subjects offered in the Social Science Department.
CEO of Monash South Africa, Esther Benjamin was enthusiastic in welcoming all the guests of honour and touched on the university’s new partnership with the Laureate International Universities group.
“The partnership has enabled Monash to grow and expand its presence in the region by helping educate the next generation of professionals. This is clearly evident in the growth of the campus and the quality of academics that we see in our students,” said Benjamin.
A report by the World Economic Forum rated South Africa’s maths and science skills as one of the worst out of more than 140 countries and with that it is essential that higher education institutions supply the essential tools needed to grow those skills in the private and public sector.
Professor Anna-Mart van Wyk, head of the School of Social Science, congratulated everyone that received awards and beamed with pride with all the students that received awards. She said, “It is important that we reward our students for the hard work they do during the year. We are especially proud of all the students that received awards and certificates.”
Honour’s and master’s students were recognised for their efforts by all the lectures with certificates.
