RESEARCHER AND ALUMNA GOLD AWARD CONFERRED AT GRADUATION CEREMONY

A Wits alumna and renowned physiotherapist, Professor Aimee Stewart received a Gold Medal from the University, which is awarded to individuals who have made a noteworthy contribution to the University or rendered exceptional service to the community

Stewart played a pivotal role in curriculum design and the accreditation of physiotherapy in South Africa and beyond In her acceptance speech at the Faculty of Health Sciences graduation ceremony on the 14 December 2022, she urged young grandaunts to go over their Oath and consider what they have said they would be, and what they would do

Some of her notable contributions include receiving a six-year National Research Foundation niche area grant to explore the management of chronic disease and disability, including HIV/Aids This was the first time that someone from the therapeutic sciences had been awarded the grant. Read more