Excellence was at the heart of the recent Faculty of Health and Wellness Sciences (FHWS) Teaching and Learning Awards, which also celebrated oneness and smartness.
The event, held at the Cape Town Hotel School, was attended by academic, administrative and clinical staff and was a testament to the high standard of learning, teaching and assessment in the faculty.
The following awards were made:
Departmental Teaching Excellence Awards 2023 - Dr Stanton Hector and Dr Samantha Meyer (Biomedical Sciences Department)
Recognition for Outstanding Secretary Award: Sanet Nothnagel (Biomedical Sciences)
Recognition for Outstanding Technician/ Clinical Instructor - Vera Baiden (Dental Sciences)
Recognition for Innovation in Teaching with Technology - Benjamin De Waal (Emergency Medical Sciences)
The faculty also recognised retiree Bridget Wyrley-Birch from the Medical Imaging and Therapeutic Sciences Department.
The keynote address was delivered by Prof Penelope Engel-Hills, who spoke on the topic: Embracing Innovation: Transforming Health Sciences Education in South Africa. She encouraged colleagues “to reflect on our own innovative teaching and learning practices” and to “embrace innovation”.
The event was arranged by Faculty Teaching and Learning Coordinator Anthea Pinto-Prins, and members of the Faculty Teaching and Learning Committee.
“We as the FHWS wish to extend our gratitude to Dr Xena Cupido and the team at Fundani: CHED for allowing us to make this special occasion possible through the UCDP,” said Pinto.
