College of Business and Economics | Annual Report 2020 92 awards, aChievemenTs and aCColades Despite the challenging environment, the STH had reason to celebrate a number of key accolades and achievements, which are highlighted as follows: awards STH Golden Circle Alumnus and CEO of the Waterford Hotel Group, Mr Len Wolman received the UJ Alumnus Dignitas Award. In addition, alumni, Mr Jeff Rosenberg received the 2020 STH Golden Circle Alumnus Award, and Ms Mahlatse Lentsoane became the recipient of the 2020 STH Rising Star Alumnus Award. TalenT managemenT STH Director, Prof Diane Abrahams was promoted to Associate Professor. Prof Abrahams was also appointed to serve on the Ministerial Advisory Panel for the Review of the White Paper on Tourism. Prof Tembi Tichaawa, the Academic Head: Tourism Management was promoted to Full Professor. STH lecturers, Dr Siyabulela Nyikana and Dr Vyasha Harilal both obtained their PhD in Tourism and Hospitality. Professional staff in the STH Commercial operations, Ledile Mohlakoane and Thandeka Nyawo graduated with their Master’s in Tourism and Hospitality. TeaChing and learning PivoTs inTo The virTual world The Tourism and Hospitality is a sector is driven by a focus on people, relationships, top-notch service and the creation of authentic experiences. This is unlikely to change. However, 2020 compelled all of us to become more familiar and reliant on technology and digital platforms. The STH successfully pivoted its teaching and learning into the virtual world with online teaching that made the most of the University’s infrastructure. Blended learning is now part of the teaching practices for all staff. The innovations around the teaching and assessment of practical skills were praiseworthy as both students and lecturers played their part in this regard. Student-led learning has become a key aspect of the online teaching environment and has indeed shaped the virtual classroom. Mr Jeff Rosenberg Prof Diane Abrahams Dr Siyabulela Nyikana Ledile Mohlakoane Ms Mahlatse Lentsoane Prof Tembi Tichaawa Dr Vyasha Harilal Thandeka Nyawo
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