ELSENBURG’S CLASS OF 2022

by Robyn Carstens

IIt was exciting to be able to host an inperson graduation in December 2022. A total of 177 students graduated with qualifications ranging from National Certificate, Diploma in Agriculture and the Baccalaureus in Agriculture degree.

The theme for 2022’s graduation was “Empowered” and Elsenburg is extremely proud of the class of 2022 for the way in which they navigated their studies throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.

“Graduation is a supreme milestone in any career. It is the culmination of an academic journey of unblinking commitment, one’s sacrifice and that of your loved ones, persistent pursuit of knowledge and an affirmation of one’s intellectual prowess. Such a crowning moment in your life must be celebrated with pride and joy,” said Dr Mogale Sebopetsa, Head of Department for the Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDoA).

SPECIAL AWARDS IN THE LEARNERSHIP PROGRAMME WENT TO:

Zikhona Tsholoba: Animal Production

Miché Maree: Plant Production –

Viticulture

Bonga Ngceni: Plant Production –

Pomology

DUX AWARDS WENT TO:

Miché Maree: Learnership Programme

Andrea Caetano: Diploma in Agriculture

Anja Kotze: B Agric

One of Elsenburg’s students, Willem Verster, who died tragically in a car accident earlier last year was posthumously awarded the National Diploma. His father, Willa Verster, accepted the award amid a standing ovation.

Mathys Bester, Micaela Dale and Anja Kotze were awarded the degree Baccalaureus in Agriculture Cum Laude whilst Andrea Caetano was awarded the Diploma in Agriculture cum laude.

Human Capital Development

Cum laude and Dux award student Anja Kotze from the West Coast also scooped all three external awards, namely the National Wool Growers Association Award in Wool Production and the Western Cape Branch of the South African Veterinary Association Awards for Best Student in Animal Health (Small Stock) and Best Student in Animal Health (Large Stock).

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“Class of 2022, may this be the beginning of even greater success and fulfilment. Long may your involvement in the agricultural sector be blessed with continuous learning and resilience!” said Hayley Rodkin, Chief Director: Agricultural Education and Training. AP