Christian students overcome covid culture shock
The instability of the past year prompted Christian students to challenge their personal routines and evaluate their relationships with God and their churches. (more…)
Wits shrugs off low student perception ranking
University management believes the sample was too small for the ranking to be reflective of the feelings that students and alumni have of Wits.
WITH VIDEO: Restoration project to paint a new picture of Newtown
The project aimed to make the district visually pleasing and safer through a series of artistic and infrastructure changes.
WITH INFOGRAPHIC: Varsities weigh mandatory policies, but urge students to get vaccinated
While considering implementation of policies and measures for a return to contact classes, some universities have moved to make the vaccination process easier for staff and students. (more…)
Joburg commuters left high and dry as bus strike drags on
Metrobus management have blamed the strike on a few ex-employees who they say “wish to have their jobs back through the perpetuation of violence and in blatant disregard of the interest of the masses of citizens who depend on Metrobus for transportation”.
Novavax-Wits covid vaccine trial makes progress
Lead researcher Professor Shabir Mahdi believes there should be more research done on the effectiveness of all covid-19 vaccines on people with compromised immune systems.
REVIEW: I Am All Girls
This Netflix thriller aims to address a series of long-term issues that trouble not only South Africa, but the entire world. (more…)
SLICE: Po, Lee and Drew: A polyamorous woman’s view on legalising multiple spouses
Why is the proposed polyandry law government’s attempt at ‘equalising society’ and creating a unified and diverse nation, when we have so many other issues that must be addressed first?
Wits emergency response plan ‘covers all bases’
The Wits occupational health and safety department prioritises the wellbeing of staff and students.
No worries for J&J vaccinated students
The benefits of taking the covid-19 vaccine far outweigh any potential risks, many believe.
Wits Matrix stores to remain closed
A number of shops in the Wits Matrix are currently closed or have reduced their staff numbers. (more…)
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- BONUS: What do Witsies have to say about the ongoing #WitsShutdown?Today we’re taking a look at the #WitsShutdown protests which are over historical debt and unaffordable accommodation, which have seen several students suspended, physical clashes between protestors and security and disruptions to the academic programme for many. In this bonus episode of We Should Be Writing, we let students unpack their views on what has […]