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🚨WAIT. WHAT IS HAPPENING ON 17 SEPTEMBER ?👀 We could tell you… But where’s the fun in that? Something worth talking about is coming to the TEDx stage. Stay tuned. #TEDx #Mindblowing #Beyondthebinary @TEDTalks @go2uj @UJLibrary @TEDx @TEDxJoburg
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The University of Johannesburg proudly celebrates the second cohort of graduates from the Mpedi Family Scholarship for Neurodiversity Studies, whose research is helping shape a more inclusive future for education. Established in 2024, the scholarship supports Master's students whose work advances understanding of neurodiversity while addressing the realities faced by neurodivergent learners, their families and educators. Through research spanning autism spectrum disorder, Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, dysgraphia and inclusive teaching practices, these graduates are contributing practical, evidence-based solutions that can transform classrooms and communities. Read more: l1nq.com/ax18rfa #UJAllTheWay #OrangeArmy #UJEducationFaculty
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Relive the highlights from the 2025 UJ Combating Corruption Summit! In 2026, under the theme "Taking Action, Ensuring Accountability", the Summit moves beyond dialogue to drive measurable action, strengthening its position as a catalyst for real and lasting change. 🔗 Learn more about the 2026 Summit: 👇 mydigitalpublication.co.za/u…
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June 16 Special Tribute Episode | VC Chilling with Hoepie | The Hot Talk In this special June 16 tribute episode of VC Chilling with Hoepie, University of Johannesburg Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Prof. Letlhokwa Mpedi, joins Hoepie in a solemn commemoration of the brave young men and women who participated in the historic 1976 Soweto Uprising. 🔗 youtu.be/kHyuxk6Ct8I #YouthDay #YouthMonth
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The Great University of Johannesburg is reimagining AI by giving staff and students free AI courses! 🧡🤖 #ReimagineAI #UJAllTheWay
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🇿🇦🇭🇹 Today, the University of Johannesburg commemorated the 223rd anniversary of the Haitian flag with a symbolic flag-raising ceremony and the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Embassy of the Republic of Haiti. Hosted by Vice-Chancellor and Principal Prof Letlhokwa George Mpedi and His Excellency Jean Robert Pillard, the engagement reflects a shared commitment to advancing collaboration in higher education, research, innovation and academic exchange. #UJAllTheWay #UJGlobal
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#UJDigital is here! This bold digital learning initiative places UJ at the forefront of industry-relevant, flexible, and accessible online education in Africa. 💻 Whether you are looking to upskill, reskill, or future-proof your career, UJ Digital is your gateway to quality learning, any time, anywhere. 👉 Explore more: ujdigital.uj.ac.za/ #UJAllTheWay
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UJ Library retweeted
📌 Call for Abstracts for #IATUL2026 Submission deadline: 30 May 2026 There’s still time — submit your abstract & help shape the future of academic libraries. Join us in Johannesburg: bit.ly/4vZKnMr 🎥bit.ly/4tol6tk @UJLibrary
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Congratulations to the @UJLibrary on the launch of the UJ Library Virtual Reality Lab — an exciting new space that opens up fresh possibilities for learning, innovation, and collaboration at UJ. As technology continues to reshape education, initiatives like this ensure our students and staff remain at the forefront of immersive and future-focused learning. "If we teach today’s students as we taught yesterday’s, we rob them of tomorrow." — John Dewey #UJ #UJAllTheWay #Innovation #UJlibrary
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The Mpedi Family Scholarship for Neurodiversity Studies Applications are now open for a once-off R50 000 scholarship to support a Master’s degree in the field of Neurodiversity Studies. Deadline: 27 February 2026 Enquiries: [email protected] Full details: tinyurl.com/UJCNMpediScholar…
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🚀 Big news! UJ has entered the Top 500 in the Webometrics Ranking of World Universities at 491 which is up 54 places from last year! UJ is one of only 5 SA universities improving and the only one to rise every year since its first ranking. 🌍 Read more: news.uj.ac.za/news/uj-rated-…
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UJ Library retweeted
IMPORTANT | #UJLibrary Hours Update 26 January – 07 February Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 18:00 Saturday: 08:00 – 13:00 From 09 February: Normal hours resume across all campuses Monday – Friday: 07:30 – 22:00 Saturday: 08:00 – 15:00
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🔔 Late Application Enquiry Alert! Looking to find out if UJ still has space in a specific qualification, or interested in switching to another course? Make use of our Late Application Enquiry System. Applications open:14 January 2026 at 22:00 Applications close: 19 January 2026 at 22:00 Click here to submit a late application enquiry: uj.ac.za/admission-aid/late-… *Please note: Dates are subject to change. This is the official UJ communication. Beware of scams.
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📣2026 REGISTRATION ALERT! Senior and Returning Students Registration: Opens: 12 January 2026 Closes: 6 February 2025 First Year Registration: Opens: 13 January 2026 Closes: 6 February 2026 (Subject to change pending Grade 12 results release) Reminder: Senior and returning students must register within the prescribed period. 💻 Visit uj.ac.za/admission-aid/regis… for full details.
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Happy New Year from the University of Johannesburg! May 2026 be a year of growth, innovation and new possibilities. Here’s to another year of excellence, impact and purpose. 🎆🧡 #HappyNewYear #UJAllTheWay
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20 years. One unforgettable year. UJ@20 | 2025 in Review celebrates resilience, innovation and impact, and the people who make UJ rise, no matter what. We are 20 years strong. And we are not done yet. #UJ20 #UJAllTheWay #OrangeArmy
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Performance by Devina from Spotlight Entertainment kept us singing and dancing on our seats #TEDxUJ2025  #UJ20
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HAPPENING NOW: Our Vice-Chancellor and Principal Professor Letlhokwa Mpedi is hosting the International Association of University Presidents (IAUP)'s semi-annual meeting. Here, University Presidents/ Vice-Chancellors have gathered in Johannesburg to discuss and shape the future of higher education. Today marks Day 3, featuring both thought-provoking panel discussions and the IAUP leadership book project launch. #UJ20 #UJAllTheWay #IAUP
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UJ Library retweeted
#IAUP: The second panel discussion is underway, discussing, 'Pushing boundaries in knowledge generation and technology'. Participants: -Chair: Prof Maria Frahm-Arp (@MariaFrahmArp), Executive Director, UJ Library & Information Centre (@UJLibrary) - Prof Shawn Chen, Chairman, SIAS International University -Prof Thandwa Mthembu, Vice-Chancellor and Principal, Durban University of Technology (@DUT_Tweets) -Mr. Sabur Khan, Chairman, Daffodil International University (@daffodilvarsity) This discussion has touched on the importance of encouraging entrepreneurship as a tool to empower students, small business incubation processes and producing students that are agile and work-ready.
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Book Launch: Faces and Phases of Resilience: A Memoir of a Special Kind by Professor Tinyiko Maluleke (Author and Vice-Chancellor, Tshwane University of Technology) xitter.cf/i/broadcasts/1yoKMoBjW…
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