The Durban University of Technology (DUT) proudly hosted the 2023 ENVISION2030 Institutional Awards to honour the outstanding achievements of its staff and students. The prestigious event took place at the Hilton Hotel in Durban on Saturday, 30 November 2024.
Celumusa Chonco, Advanced Diploma in Accounting Programme Coordinator and Lecturer was awarded the Innovative Curricula Award (Platinum) under the Learning and Teaching Category.
This award ceremony was followed by DUT recently honouring its top-performing students and academics at the Faculty Awards Ceremony held on 3 December 2024 at Coastlands Musgrave Hotel. The sterling Department of Financial Accounting stole the show receiving nine awards for all their hard work and determination which had culminated throughout the year.
The Faculty of Accounting and Informatics staff team won the Faculty Sports Award for soccer.
Dr Haruna Maama, Postgraduate Diploma lecturer was the recipient of the Research Culture Award for advancing research initiatives.
Bhekisisa Ngcobo, a third year Diploma in Accounting lecturer was the proud recipient of the Transform Curricula Award for driving Engineering Practice Innovation Project (EPIP), is a teaching mode, guided by project practice for innovative teaching and learning.
Other Department Awards where the Department of Financial Accounting emerged victorious included:
- Transform Curricula
- Participate in Engagement for Impact
- Driving Research Culture (International)
- Develop Efficient Processes
- Create a Sustainable Faculty
- Build Strong Faculty Leadership
Professor Ferina Marimuthu, Head of the Department of Financial Accounting, reflected on the department’s remarkable achievements: “These accolades serve as a testament to what can be achieved through dedication, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. Each award reflects not just individual brilliance but the collective effort of TEAM FA whose hard work and commitment continue to inspire. Let us carry this momentum forward, setting even higher standards for 2025. Remember, success is not just about winning awards; it’s about the impact we make and the legacy we leave behind. Together, we are building a department that thrives on innovation, inclusivity, and excellence.”
Pictured: Professor Ferina Marimuthu, Head of the Department of Financial Accounting, with award winners at the Awards Ceremony.
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