College of Human Sciences
Unisa on a quest to encourage the use of African languages in schools through storytelling
The university's Department of Information Science in the College of Human Sciences recently hosted a week-long storytelling and reading competition across the Limpopo Province to encourage the use of storytelling to teach and preserve the heritage that is carried by the stories that are told. Read more
Unisa hosts symposium to champion Black African women's role in liberation and scholarship
The university's College of Human Sciences has marked a historic milestone in its transformation journey with the successful hosting of the inaugural WOMANDLA Symposium, themed "Black African Women's Contributions in the Struggle for Justice and Liberation in Africa". Read more
Unisa launches exciting photography competition
The School of Arts in the College of Human Sciences recently launched the Marine and Ocean Photography Competition. This initiative aligns with Unisa's ten catalytic niche areas, one of which is Marine Studies. Read more
Unisa first-year students shine at inaugural debate session
The Office of the Dean of Students, in collaboration with the Department of English Studies, recently hosted an engaging debate session for Unisa first-year students to showcase their academic engagement, critical thinking and communication skills. Read more
Why South Africans need safer energy alternatives
The Unisa Institute for Social and Health Sciences recently hosted a No Paraffin! Campaign seminar to raise awareness about the dangers of using paraffin in South African households. Read more
Interrogating the boundaries of knowledge through art
A bold multidisciplinary showcase at the Unisa Art Gallery, titled "Thresholds of Knowledge", is curated by renowned academic and artist Prof Nombe Mpako, and challenges artists, students and the public to interrogate the boundaries of knowledge, both personal and collective, through immersive visual storytelling. Read more
Unisa strengthens cultural ties with the Russian Federation
A College of Human Sciences delegation recently participated in the Russian Language and Culture Programme, hosted by the Mendeleev University of Chemical Technology and its regional partners. Read more
Unisa pioneers just energy transition agenda
The university’s College of Human Sciences recently hosted its inaugural Energy Indaba to discuss solutions to energy-related challenges and to promote inclusive just energy transition through collaboration. Read more
Integrating ancient remedies in modern healing
In an inspiring inaugural lecture, the College of Human Sciences' Prof David Mphuthi shared the remarkable journey that led him to blend traditional wisdom with modern science. Read more
Unisa scholar bags an extraordinary NRF rating
A first for Unisa, Dr Gwenneth Miller received a C2 NRF rating through the creative output route – a pathway made possible when the Department of Higher Education and Training began awarding accredited, subsidy-bearing units to universities for their creative outputs. Read more