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Advancing an admissions policy that rebuilds a nation

By vc February 3, 2014 In the Media, News
Advancing an admissions policy that rebuilds a nation

Two compatible sets of principles should govern the executive and strategic operations of South African universities. The first, found in the preamble of our Constitution, demands that we simultaneously address…

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Response to former SRC President’s open letter re: #Wits11

By vc January 23, 2014 Responses

Hi Sibu I have always credited you with being measured in your analysis and engagements and so you will forgive me when I say that I am surprised at how…

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Statement on verdict reached for students who disrupted 2012 concert at Wits

By vc January 23, 2014 Circulars

STATEMENT FROM THE VICE-CHANCELLOR AND PRINCIPAL OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE WITWATERSRAND, JOHANNESBURG The University of the Witwatersrand, Johannesburg, today announced that a verdict has been reached in a case…

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Adam Habib on Madiba in the media

By vc December 18, 2013 In the Media, News
Adam Habib on Madiba in the media

Professor Adam Habib, a well-known political commentator has featured in the local and international media in recent days following the death of former president Nelson Mandela. Some of the links…

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Avoiding the Caricature of Madiba’s Legacy – Opinion Piece

By vc December 18, 2013 In the Media, News
Avoiding the Caricature of Madiba’s Legacy – Opinion Piece

Opinion piece by Prof. Adam Habib published in the Sunday Times on 15 December 2013 View the article: Sunday Times Adam Habib 15.12.13 A life magnificently lived in the service of…

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Speech by Prof. Adam Habib delivered at the Wits Memorial Service for Tata Nelson Mandela

By vc December 18, 2013 News, Speeches
Speech by Prof. Adam Habib delivered at the Wits Memorial Service for Tata Nelson Mandela

Memorial Service for the late Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela  Wits Great Hall Thursday, 12 December 2013 Podcast of speech delivered at Wits Memorial Programme Director and Chairperson of Council,  Dr Randall…

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Vice-Chancellor’s Circular No. 6 – 2014 Salary Negotiations concluded

By vc December 18, 2013 Circulars

Dear Colleagues Following months of consultation with internal constituencies and negotiation with the three key unions represented at Wits, I am pleased to announce that all three unions have signed…

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Vice-Chancellor’s Circular No. 5 – Admissions, enrolment and dependant’s bursaries

By vc December 18, 2013 Circulars

Dear Colleagues Below is an update on key developments related to admissions, enrolment and bursary processes for 2014. REGISTRATION As you may know, Wits is piloting an online registration system…

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South Africa’s Suspended Revolution

By vc September 26, 2013 News
South Africa’s Suspended Revolution

South Africa’s Suspended Revolution engages with the country’s transition into democracy and its prospects for inclusive development. It is an antidote to many descriptive and voluntarist explanations in which leaders and…

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Vice-Chancellor’s Circular No. 3 – Administrative Efficiencies and Service Delivery

By vc September 16, 2013 Circulars
Vice-Chancellor’s Circular No. 3 – Administrative Efficiencies and Service Delivery

Dear Colleagues One of the key priorities for the Senior Executive Team in 2013 is to promote operational efficiencies across the University, to eliminate red tape and bureaucracy as far…

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