Orientation Booklet 2012 - University of Limpopo

Orientation Booklet2012

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Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 1WELCOMETO THEUNIVERSITY OF LIMPOPOVISION“To be a leading African University epitomisingexcellence and global competitiveness, addressing theneeds of rural communities through innovative ideas”.MISSION“A world - class African University, which responds toeducation, research and community developmentneeds through partnerships and knowledgegeneration - continuing a long tradition ofempowerment”.MOTTO“The University of Limpopo for human andenvironmental wellness in a rural context findingsolutions for Africa”.

Page 2 •Orientation Booklet 2012RECRUITMENT RECAP

LIFE ON CAMPUSOrientation Booklet 2012 • Page 3

Page 4 •Orientation Booklet 2012ORIENTATION COMMITTEEThe DawnUL WitnessLimpopo LeaderOn the MoveAnnual ReportWebsite

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 5Foreword!!!Mr Kgalema Mohuba (CPRP)Executive Director: Marketing andCommunicationsHow can Orientation Booklet help you to shape your future!e cease this opportunity towelcome you our feisty firstWe ntering st u d e nts to t h eUniversity of Limpopo (UL) for 2012 academicyear. This year will surely present you withopportunities to realise your dreams as tocontribute in the societal development whichyou so much cherish. This message isconversed on behalf of the OrientationCommittee that compiled this Booklet whichwill help you prepare to begin your studies atUL.The Booklet focuses on both your academicand social lives at the University and further.The presentations to be made by the variousUniversity officials during your OrientationProgrammes shall help to manage thetransition from high school situation of beinga learner to that of a student.The ultimate goal of every registered studentis to complete his/her degree in order toqualify as a graduate. Therefore; yourmaximum attention to the orientationactivities especially and primarily theacademic programmes becomes pivotal andessential. This Booklet will guide you to have aclear understanding and guidance on howsuch academic programmes are structuredwithin various Faculties and Schools.Being a first entering student can beextremely challenging especially on yoursocial life. There are academic support unitse.g Centre for Student Counselling andDevelopment that will assist you to managethose areas especially where you fail to copewith your academic challenges. You are urgedto pay your maximum attention to theirpresentations that are covered during theOrientation Programme.You will also receive a presentation from theLibrary Unit, extremely essential as part ofyour academic support unit. Besides the usualmass presentations in the hall, you will beexpected to be at the Library Orientationsessions to have a clearer understanding ofhow to use these essential facilities for yourabsolute and qualitative academicachievements. Together with the InformationCommunication Technology (ICT) Division, theLibrary shall run a joint programme for you tovisit the Computer Laboratories so that youcan understand how to use the Internet/Website as a point of reference in yourstudies.Not all students are coming from financiallyadvantaged backgrounds hence it is essentialthat you pay attention to presentation fromthe Bursary Section also known as theFinancial Aid Office. Obviously you must haveheard about National Student Financial AidScheme (NSFAS) and many other bursariesand loans which will assist to ease yourfinancial obligations and challenges at theUniversity. The secret to access their financialsupport is.... Academic Performance!!!Your student life, accommodation, safety andsecurity at the University is our seriousconcern; hence we designed the programmein such a manner that representatives of theabove Units address you. Their messages havealways been helpful as 50% of your life at theUniversity keeps them extreme functional.Student Accommodation as your living unit isby extension your further academic supportarea. Remember the University installedinternet connectivity in most of theresidences to make life easy for those who arefortunate to have personal computers. Forthose students with or without computers,please go to the ICT section of this booklet forfurther information.Remember that we have physically challengedstudents at our University. PLEASE OFFER AHELPING HAND WHERE SUCH IS NEEDED.Every student is entitled to be INQUISITIVE.Therefore! Why not read University'spublications? Why not visit: www.ul.ac.za toaccess recent news? Why not visit theordinary and electronic NOTICE BOARDSregularly? Do not deny yourself anopportunity to get free information.Please feel free to contact us if you havequestions. We look forward to having you as astudent at our University!!!ORIENTATION COMMITTEE

Page 6 •Orientation Booklet 2012WELCOME MESSAGEFROM THE OFFICE OFTHE VICE - CHANCELLOR& PRINCIPALProf Mahlo MokgalongVice-Chancellor & Principal

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 7s the Vice-Chancellor and Principalmay I extend a very warm welcome toAthe class of 2012 first enteringstudents of the University of Limpopo (UL) forthe 2012 academic year. UL provides an allimportant place of great opportunities on therealization of your cherished hopes ofattaining a required university qualification.With a mission to be “A world-class AfricanUniversity, which responds to education,research and community needs of our societythrough partnerships and knowledgegeneration, continuing the tradition ofempowerment”, UL is a dynamic Institution oftransforming lives through education. We arenot only committed but driven by dedicationto delivering an outstanding studentexperience with quality reputation forexcellence in teaching and learning alongsideworld-class research. Together with aresearch-informed curriculum, we aim toproduce quality and distinctive graduateswho will be recognised globally.The following are a range of accreditedacademic and professional programmesacross the four faculties that you wouldqualify to study, namely:· Faculty of Health Sciences,· Faculty of Humanities,· Faculty of Management & Law and· Faculty of Science & Agriculture.These Faculties, respective Schools andDepartments are your academic home andthey offer a wide range of programmesdirected at training rightful skilled,independent thinking and leading graduateswho are going to fill the massive manpowervoid existing in our country. They will also giveacademic support and guide you through therigour and challenges of your curriculum.The University will provide you with newexperiences and will enable you to widen yourhorizon of knowledge. It will give you insightknowledge and skills that are vital foradaptation in the ever changing socio-politicaland economic world.UL consists of a triumvirate of interrelated andinterdependent functional units gearedtowards fulfilling the following functions:· Teaching and learning· Research and· Community engagement andserviceFurthermore, the University has established anumber of student-centered support servicessuch as the Libraries, Centre for AcademicExcellence (Skilling and Monitoring), StudentAffairs (Student Governance, StudentResidences, Health Services and Sport &Recreation), Student Financial Aid Office,Student Counseling & Development Centre,Centre for Students with Disabilities andCampus Protection Services. The Centers areresources and depending on their functions,which are:· to provide professional services inpromoting the wellness and wellbeingas well as the social life of students· enhancing the academic performanceof students and· to provide safety and security for allstudents on CampusUL is guided by its Vision and MissionStatements and Motto. These three are theunderpinning philosophical pillars thatundergird our operations. It is imperative thatall students acquaint themselves with and liveup to the Vision, Mission and Motto of theUniversity.The UL community consists of staff andstudents, in addition to the various nationallaws and pieces legislature, governed byCouncil approved rules, regulation andpolicies. These are readily available to allstudents via the intranet and on the website(www.ul.ac.za) while others captured in theUniversity's Calendar and Student Code ofConduct. The purpose of these is to ensurewholesome interpersonal relations, therespect and protection of life and limb andproperty and the well functioning of theinstitution. Adherence to and observance ofthese is the responsibility of all and sundry. Allstudents are, therefore, urged to acquaintthemselves with these rules, regulations andpolicies.In conclusion, may your stay at the Universityof Limpopo be a most productive and fruitfulone. Any university prides itself with the highcaliber of students who acquire their intendeddegrees or diplomas within the shortestpossible time. Any academic achievement isthe result of purposeful collaborativerelationship and partnership betweenstudents and staff. Furthermore, success callsnot only for the availability of opportunitieswhich the university offers, but also thecommitment and dedication on the part ofboth staff and students. Success, like failure, isa matter of choice. Therefore, you areexpected to maximize every opportunity atyour disposal. To accomplish great and nobletasks depends on accomplishing humble tasksas though they were great and noble.Welcome to the University of Limpopo – aUniversity of your choice.May 2012 be a fruitful academic year foryou!!!Orientation Booklet 2011 • Page 5

• Page 8Orientation Booklet 2012UL EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT COMMITTEEProf Mbudzeni SibaraDeputy Vice - Chancellor (DVC )Academic and ResearchProf Mahlo MokgalongVice - Chancellor & PrincipalProf Letticia MojaDeputy Vice - Chancellor (DVC )Medunsa Campus(On leave)Prof Hermanus JoubertActing Deputy Vice -Chancellor (DVC )Medunsa CampusMr Rathnum NaidooUniversity RegistrarMr Joseph MolotoChief Human Resource OfficerMr Raymond OlanderChief Financial OfficerMr Kgalema MohubaExecutive Director: Marketing andCommunicationsDr Segopane SerokaDean: Student AffairsProf Errol HollandExecutive Dean: Faculty of Health SciencesDr Makgwana RampediActing Executive Dean:Faculty of HumanitiesMr William TladiActing Executive Dean:Faculty of Management and LawProf Hlengani SiweyaExecutive Dean:Science and Agriculture

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 9FACULTY OF HUMANITIESDr Makgwana RampediActing Executive Dean: Faculty of HumanitiesDr Satsope MaotoActing Director: School of EducationMrs Malebo MokoneDirector: School of Social SciencesProf Richard MadadzheDirector: School of Languagesand Communication StudiesFACULTY OF MANAGEMENT AND LAWProf Cosmas AmbeDirector: School of Accountancy andNetbank Chair in AccountancyMr William TladiActing Executive Dean:Faculty of Management and LawDr Terressa MoyoActing Director: Turfloop GraduateSchool of LeadershipProf Richard IlorahActing Director: School of Economics andManagement

• Page 10Orientation Booklet 2012FACULTY OF SCIENCE AND AGRICULTUREProf Aifheli GelebeDirector: School of Physical and MineralSciencesProf Pieter OlivierDirector: School of Molecular and Life SciencesProf Hlengani SiweyaExecutive Dean: Faculty of Scienceand AgricultureProf David NorrisDirector: School of Agricultureand Environmental SciencesFACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCESProf Maseka LesaoanaDirector: School of Mathematical andComputer SciencesProf Nonceba Mbambo-KekanaDirector: School of Health SciencesProf Lekalakala-Mokgele EucebiousDirector: School of Health Care SciencesProf Errol HollandExecutive Dean: Faculty of Health SciencesProf Tshepo GugusheDirector: School of Oral Health SciencesProf Hermanus JoubertDirector: School of Pathologyand Pre- Clinical SciencesProf Gboyega OgunbanjoActing Director: School of Medicine

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 11WELCOME MESSAGES

Page 12 •Orientation Booklet 2012STUDENT AFFAIRSDr Segopane SerokaDean: Student Affairs

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 13t's only fair and proper that one shouldstart by congratulating you on yourIsuccess in the recent Grade 12examinations and your admission into ourUniversity. To be admitted at this Universityamid all the competition from other equallyqualifying students is not a meanachievement indeed. Thanks for making thisInstitution your first preference and webelieve that you will not regret for havingdone so due to the quality of the totalexperience you will gain throughout your stay.However, there are a few things you will haveto master as quickly as possible.These are, but not limited to, the following:ŸŸŸŸŸAttendance of lecturers and submission ofassignments on due datesParticipation in student life programmesUnderstanding and compliance with theUniversity rules, policies and regulationsPayment of feesAvoidance of bad company or friends,alcohol and substance abuseMay you have a productive and rewardingexperience at UL!!!

Page 14 •Orientation Booklet 2012FINANCIAL AID OFFICEMrs Karen HermanHoD: Financial Aid Office(Medunsa Campus)Ms Mapula RamethapeDirector: Financial Aid Office

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 15he Financial Aid Office (FAO), situatedat S-Block at Turfloop Campus andTClinical Pathology Building at MedunsaCampus, offers students an opportunity toaccess Tertiary Education. Not all studentsqualify for assistance and financial aid isgranted on the basis of certain financial andacademic criteria. Students are urged to applyfor financial aid and those who displayfinancial need and good academic potentialare eligible for aid. Please visit our offices forapplication forms.Services provided at the Financial Aid Officeinclude:Merit BursariesAs a first year student, you would qualify toreceive a merit bursary if you are studyingtowards the first degree for the first time aftergrade 12. An average mark of 70% or higher inyour grade 12 final examination is needed toqualify for this merit bursary.An average mark of 70% or above wouldqualify a returning undergraduate student toobtain these merit bursaries on an annualbasis.The average is calculated as follows:· The Old Curriculum, MatriculationCertificateAdd the percentages of (six best) of the finalexam results and divide by (six).· On the New Curriculum, SeniorCertificateAdd the percentage of all subjects (excludingLife Orientation) and divide by the number ofthose subjects.Bursaries/ScholarshipsStudents are urged to apply for externalb u rs a r i e s at d i ffe re nt C o m p a n i e s ,G o v e r n m e n t D e p a r t m e n t s a n dMunicipalities. Addresses are available at thereception area or on the University website.NSFAS LoansApplication forms for financial assistance areavailable during registration. All supportingdocuments should accompany the applicationform upon return. The NSFAS Means Test willbe applied to determine eligibility.For enquiries, NSFAS brochures and moreinformation on the above please visit theFinancial Aid Office or visit our website(www.ul.ac.za).EduloanEduloan provide finance for study fees,registration fees, settling outstandingbalances, etc.Allowances such as Books, Meals and Cash areoffered through the EduXstra and Wizzitcards. For enquiries visit Eduloan Office at S-Block (Turfloop Campus) and ClinicalPathology Building (Medunsa Campus).

Page 16 •Orientation Booklet 2012INFORMATION ANDCOMMUNICATIONTECHNOLOGY (ICT)Mr Aubrey MosupiActing HoD: ICT(Medunsa Campus)Mr Gideon LedwabaActing Executive Director: ICT

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 17CT is glad to welcome you as students ofthe University of Limpopo. What isIimportant, when you find yourselves inthis type of environment is that “know whyyou are here?”. As ICT we are here to make lifeeasier for you by providing tools and gadgetsthat will assist you during your stay on Campusin the form of computers. ICT is a supportDepartment that assist staff and students inthe use of information and communicationtechnologies to enhance your work.ICT OFFERS THE FOLLOWING SERVICES:General Purpose LabsICT has a number of computer labs that areavailable for use by all students for differentfunctions. The labs open from 7:30 – 12:00midnight week-days and 08:00 – 12:00midnight over week-ends. The labs aresupervised by student assistants. Studentsrequiring assistance should contact thestudent assistants in the General PurposeLabs in which they have access.You are welcome to use any of the availablelabs of your choice and in case you are in needof help there is always an assistant available tocome to your rescue, so please feel free toapproach them at any time.The University also offers Computer Literacycourse to all first entering students whorequire minimum training in order to fullyutilise these computer resources.Wireless Access in the Student HallResidencesStudents have access to the wirelessconnectivity in the Residences, if owns alaptop or a desktop with wireless networkcard. Wireless connections are available onCampus in designated areas but for securityreasons the management and authorisation islimited to UL registered students.Student Assistants will assist in configuringwireless connectivity on student's personallaptops and provide the necessarycredentials.Meal BookingsThe University has different options ofbooking meals. One option is booking mealsat a restaurant of your choice using ITS systemor a student may swipe using provided cardfor meals.EmailAll registered students are provided with anemail to ease communication. The emailcredentials may be acquired from the Laboffices situated next to each lab. Note thatthe email provided could be kept or used forlife; this is done in order to maintaincommunication with all UL students after theyhave left the Institution.PrintingStudents have to make deposit into theprinting account before they can do anyprinting in the labs. Payment is made atStudent Finance then a receipt is produced inthe Lab Office before printing can be done.SoftwareStudents may not copy any software, gamesor "chat" software onto their user area orpersonal computers. It is advised thatstudents acquire their own software whenpurchasing their own computers.Standard SoftwareA standard suite of software is installed in allGeneral Purpose Labs. Student or staff userswishing to have non-standard specialistsoftware installed in a lab must contact theLab Administrator who will forward therequest to the lab owner. A request for nonstandardsoftware will be subject to approvalby relevant committee.VirusesStudents should make sure their computershave updated antivirus always. Lab computersare configured to run the latest virus scanners.Some General Rules for General PurposeLabsŸŸNeither food nor drink may be broughtinto the lab.Students shall not make noise, causedisturbance, use a cell phone, holdmeetings or demonstrations within thelab, or behave in such a manner thatwould interfere with / or impactnegatively on study and research activitiesof lab users.Student accountsŸŸŸŸŸStudents are responsible for theiraccounts and passwords which must bekept secure and also responsible for anyactions that take place from a computerlogged in with their accounts.Students must log out prior to leaving thelab.Students shall not give other peopleaccess to their accounts.No student may make use of any useraccount other than those they have beenissued with by the University.Student accounts are not transferable.Use of GP LabsŸŸŸŸŸNo student is allowed to send a broadcastmessage.Tempering with the lab facilities is notpermitted.A student may not temper with labhardware, CMOS settings, software, thenetwork, data, etc.A student may not attempt to opencomputers, access their components, orremove any part of a computer from thelab.Use of the computer facilities by a studentfor financial gain, whether directly ori n d i r e c t l y i s p r o h i b i t e d .PenaltiesŸŸShould a student contravene these rules,the Lab Administrator, or his/her nomineemay at his or her discretion apply thepenalties applicable.A student may appeal in writing againstthe decision of a Lab Administratorthrough available channels.ICT wishes all students a fruitful andbeneficial year ahead of their studies!!!Orientation Booklet 2011 • Page 11

Page 18 •Orientation Booklet 2012LIBRARYMr John van NiekerkActing Director: Library(Medunsa Campus)Ms Makgabela ChueneExecutive Director: Libraries

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 19n behalf of UL Library andInformation Services (LIS) staff, itOgives me great pleasure to offer you awarm welcome to UL.There are two main Campus libraries;Medunsa and Turfloop and smaller libraries inPolokwane Hospital as well as MankwengNursing College. UL LIS aims to be acontributing partner in advancing theintellectual lives of our students and providingresources and services in support of teaching,learning, research and communityengagement.This is achieved by enabling timely access toquality relevant resources and services fromthe ever increasing amount of publishedinformation.The libraries have large collections ofinformation resources comprising onlinejournals and books, print materials andmultimedia resources. You are encouraged tovisit the libraries to discover a vast range ofprint and electronic resources including fulltext digital collections. Use Webpac, ouronline catalogue to locate materials. If youare a staff member or a postgraduate studentthe resource you need is not in the Library youcan use our interlibrary loan service to accessmaterials from other libraries around theworld.UL LIS are fully automated and networked. Weare committed to embracing and integratingmodern technologies. Digital resources canalso be accessed online from outside thelibraries and off Campus. Please explore ourWebpage at www.ul.ac.za then clicking onLibraries for the vast array of informationresources and services available.Well trained and dedicated librarians offer abroad range of services to help, advise andguide you in support of your academicendeavours. Subject Librarians and UserEducation Librarian provide expertprofessional assistance in teaching researchskills to help you discover, locate, access anduse information effectively. This will furtherhelp you to navigate through masses ofinformation and providing reference support,personal instruction and specialised subjectinformation services. Visit the Library, e-mailor chat online with us.UL Libraries are not only used for studying andresearch. Clients are encouraged to use ourstate- of- the- art electronic classrooms forhands-on learning, conference rooms toconvene seminars and other spaces forsolitary study and group discussions. Thereare also 24/7 Reading Rooms. The Librariesare open for long hours and during theweekends. Please refer to Library Rules andRegulations on the Webpage for moreinformation.Our purpose is to design and provide the bestservices possible within the availableresources to ensure that your experience inthe libraries is productive, inspiring,academically enriching and contributes tolifelong learning. We are continually workingto further the development and improvementof our services to meet the information needsstof the 21 century scholar. We offer you morethan simply the opportunity to borrowmaterials and would like you to regard thelibrary as your information guide, educationalpartner, a place of communication andcollaboration and a source as well as place oflearning during your stay at UL.We assure you of our fullest support. Pleaselet us know how we can assist you. Wewelcome your suggestions and comments.We wish you success!!!UL LIS opening hours are as follow:-Day ofthe WeekMonday-ThursdayFridaySaturdayTurfloop Medunsa PolokwaneDuringTerm07:30 to22:0007:30 to16:3008:00 to16:00Vacations DuringTerm07:30 to 08:00 to16:30 22:0007:30 to 08:00 to16:30 15:45Closed 09:00 to17:00MankwengVacations YearRoundYear Round08:00 to 07:30 to 07:30 to15:45 16:30 17:0008:00 to 07:30 to 07:30 to15:45 16:30 16:30Closed Closed Closed

Page 20•Orientation Booklet 2012CENTRE FOR ACADEMICEXCELLENCE (CAE)Prof Moloko SepotaActing Director: CAE(Turfloop Campus)Prof Kethamonie NaidooActing Executive Director: CAE

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 21t is both an honour and a privilege for theCentre for Academic Excellence (CAE) toIcongratulate you on your achievement aswell as welcoming you to the University ofLimpopo (UL).The start of your first year at a University is avery exciting time but it may at times also beoverwhelming. The New Year always brings asense of anticipation but also challenges. Iknow you might be sitting there with anumber of questions such as; “Did I make theright choice?” (The answer is definitely yes);“Is this worth the sacrifices I have made to gethere?” (Again the answer is yes!) Will I be ableto complete my studies on time? (dependingon your commitment, the answer is still yes).Our responsibility as CAE is to support you inrealising your goals, thus make CAE yourhome away from home.It will take you a little while to adjust to yournew environment, courses, educators andnewly found friends. Amidst all theseconcerns, remember, CAE is here to help youwith this transition.CAE offers a number of intervention strategiesto ensure that your stay at this Institution isenjoyable, fruitful and rewarding exercise.One of the most popular CAE programmes isthe Student Mentorship Programme (SMP).This is a programme whereby experienced,committed, carefully selected and trainedsenior students volunteer their services toassist you to adjust to the Universityenvironment and succeed in your academicstudies. On the last Friday of your orientationprogramme, you will be assigned a Mentor towalk with you on this important journey.He/she will help you to settle-in academicallyand socially. Please make sure that you don'tmiss this opportunity; it is for your ownbenefit. Embrace the opportunity to helpmake your stay here a pleasant one.Remember, you are responsible for makingeducated choices. Obtain accurateinformation and make the most of thiswonderful learning opportunity.The centre also offers the followingenrichment modules to students in theExtended Degree Programmes (EDPs):Ÿ Foundation English (FENG 131 and132)Ÿ Foundation Life-skills (FLSK 131 and132)Ÿ Foundation in Basic Numeracy (FBNU131 and 132)Ÿ Foundation in Creative and CriticalThinking (FCCT 132)Ÿ Foundation in Social Science Concepts(FSSC 132)Ÿ Foundation in Computer Literacy(FCOL 131)Ÿ Foundation in Research Skills (FRSK131 and 132)Ÿ Foundation in Multilingual AcademicLiteracy (FMAL 131)Although the modules are mainly offered tostudents in the EDPs, they are also available tonon-EDP students on request. Please visit usat B-Block Turfloop Campus and BMS Building,Room N202 Medunsa Campus for furtherinformation.We wish you all the best!!!Orientation Booklet 2011 • Page 13

Page 22 •Orientation Booklet 2012DISABLED STUDENT UNIT (DSU)Mrs Kone MotshologaneDirector: Disabled Student Unit

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 23special word of welcome from theDisabled Student Unit (DSU) isAextended to students with disabilities.DSU is a support service established to enablethe University to cater for students withdisabilities. However, due to limitedresources not all disabilities are catered for.Transition from high school to a tertiaryinstitution is often very difficult for moststudents. As a result they may find the newenvironment of the University veryoverwhelming.One of the most difficult transitions you willbe making from high school to the Universityis that of becoming your own advocate. Thismeans you have the freedom to make yourown decisions, speak up for yourself and makethings happen.As a student with a disability, it meansidentifying yourself as a student with adisability and accepting your condition. Itmeans being aware of the impact of yourdisability on your ability to function and thenseeking out resources that would assist you inovercoming obstacles presented by yourdisability. Throughout your schooling years,teachers did everything in their power toassure success for their students. However,once a student graduates from high school toa tertiary institution, the focus changes fromsuccess to access.Access to students with disabilities meansgranting accommodations and academicmodifications so that they have equalopportunities to be successful like their ablebodiedcounterparts.DSU's mission is based on the philosophy ofempowering and developing students. Ittherefore provides students with disabilitiesservices that permit them as much as possibleto independently meet the demands of theuniversity life. It also aims at ensuringaccessibility to all programmes and facilitiesof the University as well as to all members ofthe University community.We however, rely on you as students withdisabilities to make your needs known to theDSU and to the lecturers. The lecturers willneed to know what your needs are and howyou need to be assisted. Be as frank as youcan about your disability. You know yourselfbetter than anyone else. So discuss thechallenges that you encounter and yourconcerns with the DSU and the lecturers.There are also other support services onCampus that may be of help to you.You will need to provide appropriatedocumentation from a medical practitioner insupport of your disability in order to beregistered with DSU and for the University tomake the necessary accommodations oracademic adjustments.The DSU will help you to develop your skills asa self-advocate by explaining procedures,rules and regulations, providing resources andservices and also to act on your behalf whenrequested, but the onus rests on you.Once again, a hearty welcome to UL and wehope your stay at this University will be apleasant and memorable one!!!

Page 24 •Orientation Booklet 2012INTERNATIONAL OFFICEMs Eunice ModibaInternational Office and SRCAdministration (Medunsa Campus)Mr Morwamoche NtwampeManager: International Office

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 25his serves to wish all new students awarm and hearty welcome to theTUniversity of Limpopo, especially to theFirst-Entering students who are coming fromoutside South Africa (international students).The International Office would like tocongratulate you for making UL your choice ofhigher learning. You can be sure that, it is achoice in the right direction.At the International Office, which is located onndthe 2 floor of the New AdministrativeBuilding (Turfloop Campus) and NaturalScience Building Ground Floor, SRC Office(Medunsa Campus) we are always available tohelp international students to quickly settle intheir new environment. Studying far fromhome can be a daunting challenge, especiallyfor someone who just left home for the firsttime. For assistance on how to register andhow to go about your accommodation, theInternational Office has made provisions forvolunteers to help you. Feel free to comearound the office.There is also the University of LimpopoInternational Students Association (ULISA), abody of International students saddled withthe responsibility of bringing together all Non-South African students on Campus. You are abon-a-fide member of this association as aregistered International student of UL, andyou would be required to participate inactivities put in place during the course of theyear by this Association. Volunteers and theCurrent Executive committee of thisAssociation would also be around to assist youduring the course of the year.Being far away from home is not enoughexcuse to play with time under the guise ofbeing independent. Time well spent, doingthe right thing should be your upmost priority.Work hard to pass in flying colours and alwayscome around the International Office to shareand let us know where you are encounteringproblems.Feel welcome and be part of the UniversityCommunity. Wishing you well in yourstudies!!!You are welcome!!!

Page 26 •Orientation Booklet 2012CENTRE FOR STUDENTCOUNSELLING AND DEVELOPMENTDr Fikile NkabindeSenior Student Counselling andDevelopment (Medunsa Campus)Dr. Makololo P. MoganeDirector: Centre for StudentCounselling and Development

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 27he Centre for Student Counselling andDevelopment would like to extend aTwarm word of WELCOME to all first yearentering students at our University. TheCentre's basic aim is promotion of optimumadjustment and happiness of students duringtheir stay at the University. When thestudent's sojourn at the University comes toan end, the Centre seeks to help them findemployment in both the private and publicsectors. The centre is interested in promotingthe welfare of students in respect of allaspects of their lives namely, academic, thepersonal, and social as well as the career andvocational spheres.Below are examples of challenges studentmay face.ACADEMIC SPHEREPERSONAL SPHERE (including the student'ssocio-emotional life)Ÿ when you feel anxious and depressedŸ If you are lonely because you find itdifficult to associate with other people /peersŸ If you find it difficult to get along withother people including authority figuresŸ If you have difficulty in making a personaldecisionŸ If you experience problems related torelationship issues such as sex, dating,courtship and marriageŸ If you have a financial related challengesŸ Having difficulties facing problems such asaddictions in smoking and drinkingŸ If you have problems in adjusting to ideas,morals and valuesŸ When you experience any other difficultyregarding your life on Campus, feel free tocontact us for assistanceContact the Centre for professional help. It is asituated at Block 'D' (Turfloop Campus) andClinical Pathology building room N512H(Medunsa Campus).ŸŸŸŸŸŸŸFeeling lost and a stranger within this bigInstitution and not knowing what to do orwhere to goHaving no assurance in your mindset onwhat you are here to achieve at theUniversity, including not able to identifywhich degree or course you would like toenrol inYou find that you are not as eager andinterested in your work as you ought to be,finding it difficult to keep your mind onyour workIf you experience a need to improve yourreading rate and comprehensionIf you find that you have difficulties instudying effectively, in preparing for testand examsIf you do your outmost in your studies butstill obtain low marksIf you meet any other problem that has anadverse effect on your studiesCome and discuss your problem with thestaff at the Centre.VACATIONAL SPHEREŸŸŸŸŸBeing unsure about your future careerIf you want to know about the variousoccupations from which you can choosethe one that best suits you mostIf you want to get more details about yourchosen field of careerIf you want to know about the jobopportunities that are available in yourchosen career fieldwhen you want to know whether you havethe ability and the talent to make a successof your selected careerThe Centre for Student Counselling andDevelopment will provide you with thenecessary assistance to solve your problems.

Page 28•Orientation Booklet 2012STUDENT HEALTHAND WELLNESS CENTREMs Seipati MeselaneAssistant Manager: Student Healthand Wellness Centre (MedunsaCampus)Mr Norman LetebeleManager: Student Health andWellness Centre

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 29elcome to the Student Health &Wellness Centre of the UniversityWof Limpopo. This Centre providesa visible presence on Campus and enhances asense of connection among communities,staff, students and our partners. Weencourage you to get involved by participatingin one our student or support groups and alsojoin in either Ladies or Gentlemen Clubs.Our Centre offers students health care andwellness services as well as healthinformation for preventing illness andmaintaining an energetic life, an excitingworld of academic excellence, fun, sport,camaraderie and much more. In our world,students are not only key role-players, butalso the very reason for our existence as anInstitution of higher education.In line with our motto “Finding Solutions forAfrica”, we see our students as activepartners in our quest for health & excellence.This is enshrined in our three core operationalareas - education, research and development,as well as community service. Our approach ispractical, to prepare students to add value inthe corporate world and to maximise chancesof finding employment after completion oftheir studies.What should I expect at Student Health &Wellness Centre? A friendly warm caringwelcome, you just come as you are and beembraced by love. Songs of hymns will besung, development of different life skills andyou we will be placed into focus groups. Infocus groups, we learn how to grow togetherthrough a variety of exciting activities on & offcampus. There will be no pressure on anyone;you will be able to participate at your ownpace with hope that you do not draw yourselfas an outer being. We wish everyone to feel athome and open within each focus group.University phase is part and puzzle of step ofgrowth in life and one faces unfortunatecircumstances including addictions (smoking,alcohol) and unhealthy habits. Well, its doesnot gets easy, yet one hope to pass throughand not remain in such stage. It's a question toone with hope to make it, when, and how? AtStudent Health & Wellness Centre we are justhere to let you know no matter challenge youcome across you are not alone. Many havefaced them and today they are a testimony ofvictory. Healing from deep emotions, wounds,scars and moving forward to wards the markof becoming who & what they believed totruly be defined as. So there is hope foranyone facing such challenges, what mattersis we stand together and be of help in times ofneed.At the Centre, we assist students achieve theirpersonal and organisational goals byenhancing their management and leadershipskills. We approach education anddevelopment holistically; being help in time ofneed as for you to achieve your emotional,spiritual, psychological and sexual wellness.Our wellness programmes are designed toinspire and transform your mind, heart andsoul, and to develop positive health values,attitudes and behaviours required to success.We are equipped with well trained personnel;you will experience respect, care andprofessionalism.Enjoy your stay!!!

Page 30 •Orientation Booklet 2012STUDENT HOUSING / RESIDENCESMr Steve TsomeleActing HoD: Student Housing/Residence(Medunsa Campus)Mr Wilbert MoselekwaActing Director: Student Housing /Residences

Orientation Booklet 2012• Page 31elcome to the University ofLimpopo Hall of ResidencesWand we hope you will enjoyyour stay for the duration of your studies.We are committed to providing you withthe best services and we shall strive fore xc e l l e n c e t o m a ke y o u r s t aycomfortable. Being in the Universityresidences, grants you opportunity tointeract with a myriad of students fromdiverse cultural backgrounds.As we attempt to expose you to theseopportunities, you should reciprocatethese by exercising patience, persistenceand perseverance for your ultimatesuccess at this Institution.Notably, the following rules andregulations need to be recognised andobserved at all times:1. All first entering students areexpected to share rooms.2. It is pivotal that your roomsshould remain locked when notpresent or available.3. Learn to communicate andshare information with yourroommate, if needs be, do sowith your floor mates.4. Ascertain that your parents areconversant with the name ofyour residence and the roomnumber5. Instructions as per all rules andregulations issued by all levels ofResidence Administrationshould be respected.6. It is against the University'spolicy to host Parties or Gigs inyour rooms. Students intendingto have such should approachthe Residence Managers fora s s i s t a n c e r e g a r d i n gappropriate locations for suchactivities.7. Students are urged to acquaintthemselves with the contents ofUniversity's Residence PolicyMay I wish you a harmonious stay in theResidences!!!

Page 32•Orientation Booklet 2012RADIO TURFMr Vusumuzi MabuzaStation Manager: Radio Turf

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 33elcome to the University ofL i m p o p o . R a d i o T u r fWmanagement wishes you a happystay and happy listening during the durationof your studies. Radio Turf is a communityradio station that broadcasts from Turfloop'sStudent Centre. The Station was establishedin 1994, initially as a Campus Radio Stationand later became a Community Radio Stationto serve both the University and thecommunities.The Station broadcasts for 24/7 in bothEnglish and Sepedi/Northern Sotho. Studentsin general, especially those studying MediaStudies are encouraged to volunteer at theStation. We further draw other presentersfrom our broadcasting areas such asMankweng Township i.e Unit A-F, Polokwane,Seshego, Boyne, Ga-Kgoši Mamabolo,Segopje, Ga Kgoši Dikgale, Nobody, Ga Kgoši-Mothapo, Ga Kgoši Molepo, Ga KgošiMamabolo and Mentz.Radio Turf's motto: 'The station that listens tothe people'. Besides being a Centre ofExcellence for Media Studies students, wealso provides community services to thecommunities we serve.In your tenure as UL student, you will enjoythe content that educates, informs, andentertains as well as informative topics thatdeals with human rights, gender, culture, andlegal issues.Stays tuned on 103.8MHz and make RadioTurf your Station of domination as we alwayslisten to our listeners.

Page 34 •Orientation Booklet 2012SPORT ADMINISTRATIONMr Jeffrey SemonoAssistant Director: SportAdministration (Medunsa Campus)Mr Kakata MaponyaneDirector: Sport Administration

Orientation Booklet 2012• Page 35he Sport Administration takes thisopportunity to welcome you to theTUniversity. We take pride in introducingyou to a variety of sporting activities played onall Campuses of UL. Life without yourinvolvement in sport will be incomplete. Webelieve you will enjoy participating in thevarious sporting activities whilst furtheringyour studies. We know you have a sportingtalent which needs to be natured and furtherdeveloped. We offer you the opportunity todo just that at this Institution.We are committed to providing you with thenecessary support in insuring that youunleash your potential. Whilst developingyour talent, we will expose you to a number ofopportunities for developmental purposessuch as participating in the federations'leagues and University Sport South Africa(USSA) tournaments.Student life without sport is boring. Takingpart in sport will improve and develop your lifesocially, physically, emotionally, spiritually,intellectually, anaesthetically and furtherprovides an opportunity for good characterdevelopment.The University is offering wide range ofsporting codes from which you can choose toparticipate. They include Aerobics, Athletics,Badminton, Basketball, Body-Building, Chess,Cricket, Dance Sport, Football, Goalball, Golf,Hockey, Karate, Netball, Rugby, Softball, Supa-Pool, Squash, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyballand Wheelchair Tennis.Be part of the sport family and improve yoursporting career.Our pride is your commitment in sport!!!

Page 36 •Orientation Booklet 2012SAFETY AND SECURITYMr Andries SategeManager: Safety and Security(Medunsa Campus)Mr Mampuru MampaDirector: Safety and Security

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 37would like to take this opportunity towelcome you to the University of LimpopoISafety and Security services. TheDepartment of Safety and Security exists toprovide a safe, secure environment thatrespects and encourages freedom ofexpression, the safe movement of people, andthe protection of life and property within allboth Campuses.Safety and Security offers the followingservices to the University Community:· Security and access controlservices to UL facilities· Law enforcement· Crime prevention and crimeresponse· Safety and emergency responseservices· Ambulance services· Public safety services during ULeventsThe safety and security is extremely ourpriority at UL. Safety and Security Departmentin partnership with Mafoko Security atTurfloop Campus and Sidas Security atMedunsa Campus render 24 hour securityservices to UL Community. Private securitycompanies provide 24 hour access control atall main gates and hall residences. Trainedsecurity guards (in access-control procedureand general security practices) are deployedin all strategic areas to maintain safety andsecurity of University Community. Thedivision also ensure that Security officersroutinely patrol the Campuses 24 hours.For easy access to the University facilities,Safety and Security is responsible for theissuing of both students and employees cards.You are required to carry your card every timeyou leave your room to library or exit theCampus as they are used for the identificationpurposes. At Turfloop for any enquiriesregarding student cards please contact MsLuzzy Dikgale at (015) 268-2849 and atMedunsa Campus, please contact Mr SifisoNgcobo (012) 521-3642.We encourage you to report all securityrelated issues, crimes, and emergencies to ouro f f i c e i m m e d i a t e l y. O u r 2 4 h o u rcommunication line or control room numberis (015) 268-2498/2823 (Turfloop Campus)and (012) 521-4139 / 6004 (MedunsaCampus).We further advice students not leave anypersonal belonging such as laptop, cell phoneor purse unattended. Always make sure allyour personal belonging are safe and secured.At Turfloop Campus, the Department of Safetyand Security is situated at Campus ControlHouse next to Facilities ManagementBuilding. And at Medunsa Campus we arelocated next to Transport Building.You are urged to acquaint yourself with thecontents of the University Safety and Securitypolicy. We appreciate everybody'scooperation in abiding by the UniversitySafety and Security regulations and assistingus in making the University a safeenvironment for all.Your Safety our Priority!!!

Page 38•Orientation Booklet 2012STUDENT REPRESENTATIVECOUNCIL (SRC)Mr Thabo ShongwaneSRC President (Medunsa Campus)Mr Simon RammutlaSRC President (Turfloop Campus)

Orientation Booklet 2012• Page 39SRC TURFLOOPhe Student Representative Council(SRC) of the University of LimpopoTTurfloop Campus would like towelcome you to our Campus for the 2012academic year. SRC is a bureau aimed atrepresenting students at this Institution ofhigher learning as we sit on a number ofUniversity Governance Structures in order toensure that students' perspective are beingheard.As you complete your registration process andcommence with your studies, always strive tobe a force to be reckoned with. SRC is avehicle of championing student's interests,advancing a non-sexist, non-racial andSRC MEDUNSAeceive revolution greetings from theOffice of SRC Presidency MedunsaRCampus and a warm welcome to theUniversity of Limpopo. I take this opportunityto congratulate you for doing well in yourmatric examination and for choosing UL asyour preferred Institution of higher learning.You are now entering into an academic arenawhich is challenging and demanding;therefore it becomes your responsibility toremain focused and committed to yourstudies.The University will open your eyes to newopportunities, life experiences and excitingactivities such as sports, poetry, music, dance,politics and entertainment. Hence, theseensuring that the University is an outlet forthe cream of the crop. Therefore youracceptance at this Institution is no fluke.As you enter this Campus, acquaint yourselfwith all processes, especially those that speakabout students matters. Ensure that youenquire from those designated to render suchservices and we are certain that we will notdisappoint you.You are no stranger to hardships and struggle,while the very culture of struggle was never ofyour doing, but a circumstance undulybestowed by and the feet of yourpredecessor's master.should always be secondary to your studies.Our Institution is faced with demergerchallenge and as SRC we are here to guide youregarding this matter and any other challengethat you may encounter during your studyperiods. We represent all students equallyand without bias, and feel free to come to ouroffices.As you are here in our Institution, always knowthat you carry the hope of your community asyou serve as an agent of change to uplift thosecommunities upon completion of yourstudies. Our country is in dire need of skilledhealth professionals, and by choosing tofurther your studies at UL, especiallyAs we welcome you to UL, we commitourselves and to the leadership as we agreedto serve you in respect of your needs andinterests. As a first entering student, comingfrom your unique walk of life, never forgetyour disadvantaged environment as you wereable to thrive from unbearable conditions.You were able to soldier on from such andsurvive; today you are able to count yourselfamongst the fortunate community of theUniversity of Limpopo.All the very best!!!Medunsa Campus which specialises withhealth care programmes, you are alsoresponding to the national call of increasingthe number of health professionals toimprove the level of service delivery to thegeneral public.Our office will ensure that you receive the bestquality education and will always stand up foryour rights. Lastly, you are now officially partof the student body which is faced with manychallenges that we may only champion withyour unconditional support.Amandla!!!

Page 40 •Orientation Booklet 2012GENERAL INFORMATIONThe University of Limpopo has a three-tier academic structureconsisting of Faculties, Schools and Departments.FACULTIESHealthSciencesHumanitiesRuralDevelopment &Innovation HubScienceandAgricultureManagementand Law

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 41Faculty of Health Sciences (Five Schools)School of Oral Health SciencesSchool of Health Care SciencesSchool of MedicineSchool of Pathology and Pre-Clinical SciencesSchool of Health Sciences (Turfloop Campus)Faculty of Humanities (Three Schools)School of EducationSchool of Languages and CommunicationStudiesSchool of Social SciencesFaculty of Management and Law ((FourSchools)School of AccountancySchool of Economics and ManagementSchool of LawTurfloop Graduate School of LeadershipFaculty of Science and Agriculture (FourSchools)School of Agriculture and EnvironmentalSciencesSchool of Mathematical and ComputerSciencesSchool of Molecular and Life SciencesSchool of Physical and Mineral SciencesACADEMIC PROGRAMMESDegree/ Programme: As a first-year student,yo u w i l l re g i ster fo r a p a r t i c u l a rundergraduate academic programme and berewarded with a degree if you complete theentire programme successfully (i.e., if youpass all components/ modules of theparticular programme for which you haveregistered). Undergraduate academicprogrammes may take three, four, five to sixyears to complete full-time, depending on theprogramme. Ask your mentor to help youdetermine how long it will take to completethe programme you have chosen if youcomplete it full-time under normalcircumstances.Subjects/ Courses/ Modules: At theUniversity of Limpopo, we refer to everysegment of study as a module. By successfullycompleting a module within a particularprogramme you (the student) earn creditstowards the degree programme that you aretaking. Modules may be core, fundamental orelective. They may last for a number of weeks(usually 14), a whole semester or a whole year.Core modules are related to the main area ofstudy and must be completed if a student is toearn a particular qualification. Fundamentalsare usually modules that fall outside aparticular discipline, but are necessary for aparticular career path. Then there areelectives, which you may choose effectivelyfrom any discipline as long as they do not clashwith the time table of your core andfundamental modules. All these modules areusually credit-bearing, making up the 120credits that student require to qualify.This is not as difficult as it sounds, even thoughit may be a little complicated at first. Pleaserefer to our School's Calendar for details onwhich modules are core, fundamental orelective. You may also consult your mentor,who will be sure to help you and/ or lead youto where you may gain help.ADMISSIONAdmission through a Valid MatriculationExemption Certificate.This is the standard way of enrolling atUniversity and requires little or noexplanation. In this case, entrance to specificacademic programmes depends on the HighSchool subjects with which you achieved yourmatriculation exemption certificate and thesymbols you obtained for those subjects.Please consult the relevant school Calendar/your mentor in this regard.In addition, the University of Limpopo will beadministering National Benchmark Test(NBT) in 2012. Some learners had anopportunity to sit and write same in 2011already. These tests are aimed at placement ofstudents and diagnostic purposes. There willbe four different selection tests, each for:English, Science, Maths and Numeracy.Extended Degree Programme (EDPs)Research indicates that most students requiremore than minimum time to complete theirdegree programmes. The EDP is an excitingnew programme that affords students with anopportunity to extend their degreeprogramme by one year, thus providing themwith more time and extra tuition tosuccessfully complete their degreeprogrammes.EDP's are available in the Faculties ofManagement Sciences and Law, andHumanities.Selection ProceduresStudents will be selected on the basis of theirGrade twelve results as well as entrance test/set of entrance tests (NBT).Minimum entry requirementsFor students who passed before 2008B. Sc (EDP) Matric Exemption; having doneMathematics and Physical Science and/ orBiology and pass in selection tests.B.A. Social Sciences (EDP) Matric Exemptionand a pass in the selection test.B.A. Media Studies (EDP) Matric Exemptionand a pass in the selection test.B. Com Accounting (EDP) Matric Exemptionwith a pass in Mathematics or the commercialsubjects of Accounting, Economics andBusiness Economics and a pass in theselection test.LLB (EDP) Matric Exemption and; obtain aminimum “D” aggregate in English with a passin the selection test.For students who passed at the end of 2008Bachelor's Degree: NSC (National SeniorCertificate) rating 4 (50-59%) or above +institutional requirements according todifferent academic programmes. Facultiesand Schools are responsible for runningacademic programmes and issuing specificqualifications once the criteria for attainingthese qualifications have been successfullymet.STUDENT ACCOMMODATIONUL boasts a number of residences for men andwomen as well as post-graduate village. TheUniversity is refurbishing the residences on anongoing basis so as to enhance the quality ofthe residence communities living in them.For more details please consult the ResidenceLife Office or your mentor/ peer counselor.See also the section on ResidenceCommunities in subsection 7.8Safety and SecurityUL has a large number of security officers whoare deployed at the entry points to theUniversity gates and also patrol theresidences. Even so, this does not mean thatyou should not take responsibility for yourown safety on campus. A few basic tips thatare valid everywhere are in order:Ÿ Do not walk around late at nightand/ or in dimly lit locations.Ÿ Keep your belongings safely locked.Ÿ Keep your door locked while you aresleeping.Ÿ Never give your bank card(s) pincode to anybody.Ÿ Be careful when you draw moneyfrom ATMs thieves may be watchingyou. Read the safety warnings thatappear on most ATM screens.Ÿ Do not go with anyone that you donot know. If someone calls you downand you do not know that person,respectfully decline to go with them.Ÿ Do not give your car, cell phone orroom key to anybody.Ÿ Moving in groups always helps.

Page 42 •Orientation Booklet 2012Facility/Services Responsible Person Contact DetailsAccommodationTurfloopCampus Residence Life Office (Old Admin Block, 1 st floor ) Office 1011,Mr P.W Moselekwa Tel: (015)268 2132/2128,E-mail:phetole.moselekwa@ul.ac.zaAcademic mattersFaculty RegistrarsFaculty of Management & LawFaculty of Science& AgricultureFaculty of Science & AgricultureFaculty of Health Sciences: AssistantRegistrarAcademic problems (including coursechanges and/ or cancellation)Accounts : Student FinanceBursaries and LoansComputer AssistanceCounselling ServicesCultural servicesSRC & Culture DeskExaminationMedunsaCampusMr S.M TsomeleHumanities-TurfloopCampusMs S Van der MerweTurfloop CampusMs M RatauMs T KgonyanaTurfloop CampusMs M.P MolefeTurfloop CampusMr P NkoanaMedunsaCampusMs A MalopeTurfloop Campus(Lecturers, Mentors)Mr M.M Mohlake( Coordinator )Medunsa CampusMs M.L HlatshwayoTurfloop CampusMr T.T MothibaMedunsa CampusMr M.P MotsepeTurfloop CampusMs M.O RamethapeMedunsa CampusMrs K HermanTurfloop CampusMr M.G LedwabaMedunsa CampusMr T.A MosupiTurfloop CampusDr Makololo P. MoganeProf M SepotaMedunsa CampusDr F NkabindeTurfloop CampusMs S MothapoMedunsa CampusMs E ModibaTurfloop CampusMs E MolelemaneMedunsa CampusMrs P PotgieterClinical Pathology Building, Room S530ATel: (012) 521-5812/4308,E-mail: steve.tsomele@ul.ac.za(Old K Block,3 rd Floor) Office 3006Tel: (015) 268 2975, E-mail:suzan.van der merwe@ul.ac.za(I Block) Office 0002Tel: (015) 268 2947, E:mail mapula.ratau@ul.ac.za(Old K-Block Ground Floor) Office 0032Tel: (015) 268 2865, E-mail:tlou.kgonyana@ul.ac.za(Q Block Ground Floor) Office 0050Tel: (015) 268 2875, E-mail:mokgadi.molefe@ul.ac.za(O-Block 1 st Floor) Office 1012,Tel: (015)268 3041,E-mail: piet.nkoana@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S513,Tel: ( 012 ) 521-4585, E-mail: angie.malope@ul.ac.za(B-Block) Office 0005, Tel: 015 268 2707E-mail:mosimaneotsile.mohlake@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building(Basement)Tel: (012) 521-4979, E-mail: mmule.hlatshwayo@ul.ac.za(Old Admin Block), Office 12Tel: (015) 268 / 2251/ 2822E-mail:thomas.mothiba@ul.ac.zaE-mail:catherine.lelope@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room N500Tel: (012)521-4500, E-mail: phillip.motsepe@ul.ac.zaFinancial Aid OfficeS-Block, Office 0008Tel: (015) 268 2405/ 3542, E-mail:mapula.ramethape@ul.ac.zaE-mail:lilly.kgafela@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S513Tel: (012) 521-4622, E-mail: karen.herman@ul.ac.zaICT CentreTel: (015) 268 2450E-mail:gideon.ledwaba@ul.ac.zaDental Building, Room N212Tel: (012) 521-5649/4103, Email: aubrey.mosupi@ul.ac.zaCentre for Student Counselling and Development,D-Block Office 0012Tel: (015) 268 2437/2552, E-mail arnold.msimeki@ul.ac.zaProf M Sepota(B-Block), Office 0009Tel: (015) 268 3109/ 3439, E-mail:moloko.sepota@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room N512HTel: (012) 521-4787, E-mail: fikile.nkabinde@ul.ac.zaStudent Centre, Office 0033Tel: (015) 268 2157, E-mail:sinah.mothapo@ul.ac.zaNatural Science Building (Ground Floor)Tel: (012) 521-5834, E-mail: eunice.modiba@ul.ac.za(Old Admin Building, Ground Floor)Tel: (015) 268 2106, E-mail:mokgadi.molelemane@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building ( Ground Floor)Tel: (012) 521-4203, E-mail: johanna.potgieter@ul.ac.za

Orientation Booklet 2012• Page 43Graduate PlacementHealth ServicesInternational OfficeLibrary ServicesLanguage ProficiencyStudent Mentorship ProgrammePeer CounsellorsPeer EducatorsRadio Turf Station ManagerSporting ActivitiesStudent CardsStudent GovernanceProtection ServicesMedical Illustration & Audio VisualServicesMarketing & CommunicationsAlumni OfficeTurfloop CampusMrs G ManamelaTurfloop CampusMr O.N LetebeleMedunsa CampusSr S.M MeselaneTurfloop CampusMr M NtwampeMedunsa CampusMs E ModibaTurfloop CampusMrs M.M ChueneMedunsa CampusMr M KhosieMedunsa CampusDr V.C GheevargheseTurfloop CampusMr M.M MohlakeMedunsa CampusMr A.MasetlaTurfloop CampusCSCD StaffMr V CloeteMedunsa CampusDr M.P Mathebula/ MsN MoufeTurfloop CampusMs P TsotetsiTurfloop CampusMr V.D MabuzaTurfloop CampusMr K.A MaponyaneMedunsa CampusMr J.K SemonoTurfloop CampusMr P MmethiMedunsa CampusMr S NgcoboTurfloop CampusMr X MabilaMedunsa CampusMs E ModibaTurfloop CampusMr M.M MampaMedunsa CampusMr M.A SategeMedunsa CampusMr H.M EbrahimTurfloop CampusMrs M.M TalaneMedunsa CampusMr P MatlalaTurfloop CampusMs G.K PlaatjieMedunsa CampusMr M MenziwaCentre For Student Counselling and Development-BlockTel: (015) 268 2437/ 3216, E-mail:glory.manamela@ul.ac.zaStudent Health CentreOffice 0025Tel: (015) 268 3205/2490, E-mail:norman.letebele@ul.ac.zaE-mail:pontsho.tsotetsi@ul.ac.zaNatural Science Buildings (Ground Floor)Tel: (012) 521-5735/4713E-mail: seipati.meselane@ul.ac.za/ modormon@ul.ac.za(A-Block),2 nd Floor Office2006Tel: (015) 268 3046, E-mail:morwamoche.ntwampe@ul.ac.zaE-mail:prescilla.mothiba@ul.ac.zaNatural Science Building ( Ground Floor)Tel: (012) 521-5834, Email: eunice.modiba@ul.ac.zaLibrary Building,1 st Floor, Office 1033Tel: (015) 268 2463/5656, E-mail:makgabela.chuene@ul.ac.zaE-mail:doris.mokala@ul.ac.zaLibrary Building (Ground Floor)Tel: (012) 521-5706, Email: modisa.khosie@ul.ac.zaBasic Medical Science Building, Room N216CTel: (012) 521-4472/4471, E-mail: valayil.gheevarghese@ul.ac.zaB-Block, Office 0005Tel:(015) 268 2707, E-mail:mosimaneotsile.mohlake@ul.ac.zaBMS Building Room N211Tel: (012) 521-4215, E-mail: albert.masetla@ul.ac.zaD Block, Office 0005Tel: (015) 268 2555/ 2437, E-mail:vincet.cloete@ul.ac.zaMedicos Building, Room C25/C23Tel: (012)521-5714/5756, Email: nmoufe@yahoo.comStudent Health Centre, Office 0025Tel: (015) 268 3388/9/2490, E-mail:pontsho.tsotetsi@ul.ac.zaRadio Turf Office,1 st floor New K BlockTel: (015) 268 3083, E-mail:vusumuzi.mabuza@ul.ac.zaSport Complex, (Oscar Mpetha Stadium)Tel: (015) 268 3506/2445, E-mail:kakata.maponyane@ul.ac.zaSports Centre Building, Room 122Tel: (012) 521-3858/4185, E-mail: jeffrey.semono@ul.ac.zaCampus Control (safety and Security Building) Office 0007Tel: (015) 268 2849/2498, E-mail:phuti.mmethi@ul.ac.zaSafety & Security Building, Room 0020Tel: (012) 521 –3642, E-mail: sifisongcobo64@yahoo.comStudent Affairs Office,(Old Admin) 1 st FloorTel: (015) 268 2232, E-mail:xolani.mabila@ul.ac.zaNatural Science Building(Ground Floor)Tel: (012) 521-5834, E-mail: eunice.modiba@ul.ac.zaCampus Control (Safety and Security Building)Tel: (015) 268 2454/2498/2500, E-mail:mampuru.mampa@ul.ac.zaSafety & Security Building, Room 0021Tel: (012) 521 4181/4139/084 227 3710E-mail: andries.satege@ul.ac.zaLibrary Building (Basement)Tel: (012) 521-4541/5634, E-mail: hoosain.ebrahim@ul.ac.zaNew Admin Building A-Block,( Ground floor) Office 0018Tel: (015) 268 2121, E-mail: maureen.talane@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S527Tel: (012) 521 4563, E-mail: padi.matlala@ul.ac.za /marketingandcommunications@ul.ac.za/ markerting1@ul.ac.zaGround Floor, New Admin BlockTel: (015) 268 3286 / 2121, E-mail:gloria.plaatjie@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S516,Tel: (012) 521-4644, E-mail: michael.menziwa@ul.ac.za

Page 44 •Orientation Booklet 2012Events OfficeMedia RelationsAdvertisingUL Publications OfficeTurfloop CampusMs M.M MojaMedunsa CampusMr P MatlalaTurfloop CampusMrs M.M TalaneMr M.J SelepeNew Admin Building A-Block,( Ground floor) Office 0013ATel: (015) 268 3288/2121, E-mail: maria.moja@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S527Tel: (012) 521 4563, E-mail: padi.matlala@ul.ac.zamarketingandcommunications@ul.ac.za/ markerting1@ul.ac.zaMarketing & Communications, Ground Floor,(A-Block Building, NewAdmin) Office 0018Tel: (015) 268 2121, E-mail:maureen.talane@ul.ac.zaStudent Recruitment officeUniversityMemorabiliaWebsite OfficeTransportCentre For Academic Excellence ( NBT )Van Schaik Book StoreMedunsa CampusMr T MoilaMr P MatlalaTurfloop CampusMs A.G.P MhlodiMedunsa CampusMr N.C MangenaTurfloop CampusMs G.K PlaatjieMedunsa CampusMs D.M KgwebaneTurfloop CampusMs M.J RamaphakelaMedunsa CampusMr P MatlalaTurfloop CampusMs S ThosagoMedunsa CampusMr H.J LetebeleTurfloop CampusProf M SepotaMedunsa CampusProf K NaidooMedunsa CampusMrs J SibiyaMr M.J SelepeMarketing & CommunicationsGround Floor (A-Block Building, New Admin) Office 0004Tel: (015) 268 3210E-mail: johannes.selepe@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S515,Tel: (012) 521-4496/4424Email: tumelo.moila@ul.ac.za/padi.matlala@ul.ac.zaMarketing & Communications, (A-Block Building, New Admin) Office 0012Tel: (015) 2683264E-mail:angel.mhlodi@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building , Room S516Tel: (012) 521-4468, E-mail: ntsheu.mangena@ul.ac.zaGround Floor, (A-Block, New Admin), Office 0014BTel: (015) 268 3286/2121, E-mail: gloria.plaatjie@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S527Tel: (012) 521 4563, E-mail: daphney.kgwebane@ul.ac.za/marketingandcommunications@ul.ac.zaNew Admin Building ( Ground Floor) Office-0004Tel: (015) 268 3291, E-mail: ULWEBMASTER@ul.ac.zamakoma.ramaphakela@ul.ac.zaClinical Pathology Building, Room S515,Tel: (012) 521-4424, Padi.matlala@ul.ac.zaTransport BuildingTel: (015) 268 2410, E-mail: susan.thosago@ul.ac.zaTransport BuildingTel: ( 012) 521-4799/4634, E-mail: henry.letebele@ul.ac.za(B-Block),Office 0009Tel: (015)268 3109/3439, E-mail: moloko.sepota@ul.ac.zaBMS Building, Room N202Tel: (012) 521-4183, E-mail: kethamonie.naidoo@ul.ac.zaNatural Science Building (Ground Floor) Office-0066Tel: (012) 521-3882, Email: jsibiya@vanschaik.com

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 45TRANSITION TO UNIVERSITY LIFEFeelings at the beginningYour first year can be a time of great emotionalhustle and bustle. You may find that the wholegamut of feelings – excitement, anxiety,sadness, elation – often runs through you,with contradictory feelings sometimesmaking themselves felt simultaneously,leaving you tired and bewildered. If you doexperience such feelings to a greater extentthan before you came to the University, do notpanic!They are completely natural and due to anumber of reasons centering on what we calldisorientation, orientation and reorientation:Ÿ Separation from family and friends(disorientation)Ÿ Coming to a new environ-ment(disorientation)Ÿ Making new friends (orientation)Ÿ Getting used to the way things aredone at University (orientation)Ÿ Accepting responsibility for yourself,your education and your future (re-Orientation)Ÿ Finally settling down and beinghappy here (re-orientation)So do not be surprised if you find yourselfmoving between emotional extremes likesadness and joy at times.It is important to realize that you willexperience these feelings so that you do notmake irrational decisions such as quitting youracademic career in a down or sad period, ortake on more than you can handle in an up orjoyous period.

Page 46 •Orientation Booklet 2012THE RHYTHM OF UNIVERSITY LIFEJanuary/ FebruaryŸ ExcitementŸ Testing new-found freedomŸ Frequent calls & visits home if possibleŸ Homesickness & lonelinessŸ Anxiety about roommate(s), lecturers,classesŸ G e t t i n g i n v o l v e d i n c a m p u sactivitiesŸ Making new friendsŸ Bonding with your mentor/peercounsellor/peer-educatorMarchŸ Ro o m m ate p ro b l e m s m ay sta r tarisingŸ Students may question whether or notthey belong or fit inŸ First tests!Ÿ L o v e r e l a t i o n s h i p s f r o m h o m eusually remain strong at this pointŸ Consequences/ Results of decisions takenare felt in reality for the first timeAprilŸŸMayand/or tuition costsFirst series of campus-wide illness usuallystrikes in this month!Stress about the many tests andŸ Assignments due before the end of thefirst semesterŸ A n x i e t y a b o u t c l a s s / ye a r m a r kcontribute to final mark for the moduleŸ Roommate challenges continueŸ Anxiety about examinations some maybegin this monthJuneŸ Anxiety about examinationsŸ Excitement and/or anxiety aboutreturning home for the holidays / findingalternative accommodation near theuniversity/finding temporary work todefray living and/or tuition costsŸ Sadness about leaving new friendship(s)and / or new Relationship(s)July/AugustŸ Relief at being away from home and beingBack on campusŸ Feelings of depression and perhapsclaustrophobia set in due to the winterperiodŸ Potential increase in alcohol and/or othersubstance abuseSeptemberŸŸŸŸChallenges with love relationship backhomeStress about the many tests andassignments due before the end of termThe onset of Spring brings about newexcitementConcern over winter weight gainOctoberŸŸŸConcern over summer employmentAnxiety regarding roommate(s) for thecoming yearEnd of semester pressureNovemberŸ Results of first tests are knownŸ Roommate challenges become morefocusedŸ Excitement and/or anxiety aboutreturning home for Easter/findingalternative accommodation nearuniversity/temporary work to defray livingŸŸŸŸThe new semester brings about a freshstart mentallySatisfaction and/or disappointment with1st semester resultsHomesicknessPossible loneliness for love relationshipback homeŸŸŸŸAnxiety over final examinationsApprehension about returning home forsummerSadness over leaving new friendshipsand/or love relationships from university.Realisation of how universityinfluences

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 47MAJOR DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SCHOOL AND UNIVERSITYHIGH SCHOOLTeacher(Learner) / Student Contact(Centre)Contact closer and more frequent (5 days a week)Competition/GradesAcademic competition not as strong and good grades can often beobtained with minimum effort.StatusLearners establish a personal status in academic and social activitiesbased on family and community factors.Counselling/ DependenceLearners can rely on parents / guardians, teachers and counselors tomake decisions and give advice. Learners must abide by theboundaries and restrictions of their parents/ guardians.MotivationParents/guardians, teachers and counselors provide learners withmotivation to participate and/or achieve academic and social life.FreedomLearners' freedom is limited. Parents/ Guardians will often helpthem out of a crisis should one arise.DistractionsDistractions from school are partially controlled by school and athome.Value JudgmentLearners often make value judgments based on the values of theirparents/ guardians; thus many of their value judgments are madefor them.Responsibility for LearningLearning is largely the responsibility of teachers with support fromparents / guardians.UNIVERSITYLecturers are available during lectures and consultation times byappointment (approximately 4hrs per week)Academic competition is much stronger (Especially for funding, such asbursaries, scholarships and loans); much more effort is usually requiredfor good grades.Students can build their status as they wish, high school status can berepeated or challenged.Students rely much more on themselves alone. They see the results ofmaking their own decisions and they set their own restrictions. It is theirresponsibility to seek out advice as needed.Students have to motivate themselves to do work and partake inacademic/ social/ other activities.Students have much more freedom. They must accept responsibility fortheir own actions.There are potentially many more distractions. That is why effective timemanagement is a must for success.Students have the opportunity to see the world through their own eyesand develop their own opinions and values.Learning is solely the responsibility of each student. The lecturers'responsibility is to provide the opportunity for learning to take place.

Page 48 •Orientation Booklet 2012GETTING INVOLVEDhere are so many academic, social andsporting activities to be involved in atTthe University:Mentoring sessions; religious; sporting andsubject-related societies and clubs, tutorials,theatre and so forth (your mentor willintroduce you to many of these during thecourse of the Orientation Programme).This is a great, exciting new world! Chooseyour extramural activities carefully so thatthey assist you to achieve your main goal ofbeing at University succeeding in your chosenacademic career.You need to be involved in extramuralactivities for the sake of building a balancedlife, developing your social and leadershipskills and growing as a person. Nevertheless,you must make sure that you do not getinvolved in too many things or you maybecome distracted from your studies andpossibly fail. This is where time-managementis so crucial. If you have missed the timemanagementclasses during Orientation,please consult with your mentor.Also look out for the study skills workshopsnotices that are advertised from time to timeso that you may receive assistance witheffective time-management plan.It will then be up to you to implement it!!Orientation Booklet 2011 • Page 29

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 49BECOMING RESPONSIBLEn 4.6 above, we intimated that studentshave to take responsibility for a number ofIthings once they enter University. Theseinclude:ŸŸŸŸGETTING UP to go to class on time.M E E T I N G D E A D L I N E S f o rassignments.STUDYING sufficiently and in time fortests and exams.MANAGING YOUR OWN MONEY it isvery irresponsible and unfair to spendyour parent/guardians hard earnedmoney on a car or cell phone orclothes, for example, when it wasŸŸŸgiven you to defray tuition andresidence fees.LOOKING AFTER YOUR CAR if you arefortunate enough to have one.TAKING CARE OF YOUR OWN SAFETYMake sure your valuables are lockedaway safely; that your door is lockedwhile you are asleep or otherwisedistracted; do not walk around in thedark; never give the pin number ofyour bank card to anyone.MAKING SURE THAT YOU GO TO THEDOCTOR WHEN YOU ARE ILL make aturn at the Student Health Centre onCampus. The qualified nursing staffŸŸthere will give you appropriatemedication/ advise and /or refer youto a reputable doctor.NOT NEGLECTING TO EAT A balanceddiet whenever possible and make sureyou get enough exercise. These thingsare very important for mental,physical, emotional and spiritualhealth.CONSULTING WHEN YOU NEED TO donot let problems fester within you;they will eventually bring you down ifleft unchecked. Ask your mentor orlecturer o refer you to the counsellorsor make an appointment with oneyourself.

Page 50 •Orientation Booklet 2012BUILDING A SUPPORT NETWORKt is absolutely crucial that you build anadequate support network throughoutIyour academic career and beyond; afterall, no one is an island.Student MentorsApart from your lecturers, these are the mostimportant people that you will encounter atUL.Ÿ Mentors are senior students who arecarefully selected and thoroughly trainedto assist you, the first year student to:Ÿ clarify your goals,Ÿ selected and understand yourŸcourses, andcomprehend what the Universityrequires of you.In short, your mentor is geared to help yousucceed in your academic career. Even so, awise mentor will neither tell you what to donor make your decisions for you. Instead, s/hewill try to give you the help and informationyou need to make wise choices for yourself sothat you can grow to be all you can be at UL. Inother words, while providing assistance, yourmentor will also expect you to activelyparticipate in your education by doing yourpart: asking questions, being informed,following through on suggestions, and doingyour academic work. More than anything else,your mentor will expect you to think aboutwhat you want to do, what interests you, andwhat courses or schedule you desireWhen will I first meet my mentor?Mentors will be assisting you from the veryfirst day that you arrive at UL. They will be thepeople in colorful T-shirts who will show youthe way to various buildings and take youthrough the Orientation Programme.At first, you will be paired randomly withmentors from various disciplines that will leadyou through the orientation programme.While first –year students generally remainwith this mentor until the end of their firstyear, some find that it is easier to work withanother mentor, in which case they go over toher/his group. This should, however, happenonly in consultation with the Senior Mentor ofthe particular School and the mentorherself/himself. Even so, every effort will bemade to keep you with the same mentorthroughout your first year as this has beenfound to be most conducive for your academicsuccess.And then?New students will typically meet their mentorin small group meetings as agreed uponbetween themselves and their mentor duringthe last day of orientation. Thereafter,meetings / sessions will be advertised bymeans of prior agreement, on notice-boardsand word-of-mouth. During these groupmeetings UL regulations and requirementswill be clarified and instructions given aboutmaking an individual appointment with yourmentor. At your individual meeting you canget more personally acquainted with yourmentor, ask questions that you may be too shyto ask in a groupAfter that, you will form peer study groupswith the help of your School mentors. Eachpeer study group consists of 5-10 students atthe most and meets with its assigned mentoronce a week for a total of 3hours each time.THIS IS INVAULUABLE STUDY TIME duringwhich you will review lecture notes and/or the

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 51weeks activities, thrash out difficulties withyour lecture material, and so on.RESEARCH HAS SHOWN THAT ACADEMICPERFORMANCE IS DIRECTLY PROPOTIONALTO THE NUMBER OF MENTORSHIP SESSIONSATTENDED, the more group sessions youattend, the higher your marks are likely to be.1. Peer CounsellorsŸPeer Counselors are senior students whoare appointed annually in the Centre forStudent Counseling and Development.They are appointed and trained to assistthe Centre in the following activities:Ÿ To assist and guide first entering studentsduring Orientation.Ÿ To assist and guide all students during theyear who might experience emotional,social or academic difficulties. If they arenot able to assist any student, they referthem to professional Psychologists orCounselors at the Centre.Ÿ To conduct workshops throughout theyear on relevant life skills and study skillstopics.Ÿ To assist the Centre in various activitiessuch as University Open Days, GraduatePlacement Week, ABSA Projects,Community and School OutreachProgrammes and Resource Center.If you are in need of assistance please cometo Centre for Student Counseling andDevelopment at D-Block.7.2 Peer EducatorsPeer Educators are student volunteers just likethe Mentors and Peer Counselors. PeerEducators are specifically equipped to dealwith various health issues and, moreparticularly, HIV/AIDS.7.3 PeersIt goes without saying that your immediatepeers fellow first-entering students can form awonderful support base as they are busygoing through the same experiences that youare. You may therefore help each othersuccessfully to navigate through your firstyear.The same applies to senior students who havebeen through it all before you. They will haveinvaluable advice on how to succeed at UL. Aword of caution is, however, in order: the ruleswhich applied when these students were firstyears may have changed. Therefore, do notlisten when they tell you not to attend aparticular course or module. Rather consultyour Mentor/Peer Counselor in questionablecases.7.4 Centre For Academic ExcellenceFacilitating Academic Access, Success andExcellence at the University of Limpopo.The Centre has inter alia a two-fold objective:Ÿ To provide greater access to theUniversity of LimpopoŸ To couple greater access with academicsuccess through the introduction of avariety of interventions aimed ataddressing the academic developmentalŸneeds of our student communityThe Centre for Academic Excellence ismandated to serve as a University wideacademic development service providerand as such is tasked with coordinating allacademic support programmes oncampus, as well as developing andintroducing new programmes. This Unitoffers a variety of academic interventionsaimed at:ŸŸŸŸbroadening access,improving retention and increasingthroughput rateproviding general academic supportFacilitating the smooth transition offirst entering students to universitylife.The following are the current programmesfacilitated by the Centre:ŸŸŸŸŸExtended Degree Programmes (EDP)The Mentorship Programme,Supplemental Instruction,Access and Placement TestingAcademic Development for studentsat risk,Ÿ Life-Skills Courses e.g. StressManagement Workshops, StudySkills WorkshopsŸ Leadership and other trainingcourses for student leadersŸ Recognition of Prior LearningŸ Student Orientation ProgrammeŸ Career guidance and counselingŸ Individual counselingŸ Academic support7.5 Intervention ProgrammesThe intervention programmes target allstudents at different levels of their studies.The mentorship programme is a leadershipdevelopment programme that pairs firstentering students with senior students whoserve as mentors and who help them succeedin their transition to university life.Supplemental instruction programmes aim atassisting students at risk (2nd and 3rd yearstudents) and provides them with additionaltutoring and supplemental instruction.Additionally, the University has trainedpsychologists who assist with the promotionof optimum adjustment during their stay oncampus.7.7 Residence CommunitiesIf you are one of the students living in ourresidence halls, you are already in the processof getting to know roommates and otherstudents on your floor and in your building. Inmany ways, the residence halls are like thecommunities where you grew up. In both, ittakes action on everyone's part in order toprovide a safe and comfortable place to live.That collective effort is what communitybuilding at UL is all about.As you get to know your new residence hallcommunity, keep the following four themes inmind. It will make things a lot easier and a lotmore enjoyable:1. Help create a learning environment. Youare all here for the same reason toachieve your academic goals. Observe

Page 52 •Orientation Booklet 2012quiet times on your floor. Offer to helpanother student who is struggling with aclass, participate in group study sessions,reading and writing workshops and otherservices available in your hall!2. Respect others. Keep open lines ofcommunication with your roommate,abide by the roommate contract, andlearn and follow the establishedvisitation rules. Keep noise in and outsideyour room at reasonable levels.Ensure a safe place to live. Be careful who youlet into the building. Observe the alcoholpolicies. When walking about thecampus and surrounding area at nighttravel in a group whenever possible.3. Get to know your neighbors. Join theresidence student club or interest groupsuch as ladies club, women against abuseetc. Make it a point to attend floormeetings and participate in floor andresidence/hall activities.7.8 Student Health CentreŸThe Student Health Centre (SHC) offers ahealth service to full-time registeredstudents of UL.This service is offered on a primary health carebasis (for further details, please see the SHCbrochure):Ÿ Wide Range of ContraceptivesIncluding Emergency Contraception.Ÿ Male Condom Supply.Ÿ Counselling on Reproductive Issues.Ÿ Relationship Counselling.Ÿ Information on Rape, HIV/AIDS,Pregnancy Termination, MenstrualCycle.Ÿ Female and Male ReproductiveSystems and PhysiologyŸ Pregnancy Testing only whereŸŸŸŸIndicated.HIV/AIDS Course.Peer Educator System.Community OutreachHIV/AIDS Support Groups7.9 Re a Kgona Disability Centre (ext 2464)The Re a Kgona Disability Centre aims toprovide students with disabilities the equityand the opportunity for full participation inboth academic and social life. In view of this,Re a Kgona offers the following services (forfurther details please see the Re a Kgonabrochure)ŸŸŸŸŸOrientation and Mobility Training.Computer Training for Disabledpersons.Low Vision Reading FacilitiesBraille Printing.Braille and Audio Library Services.

2012First - Entering Students

Page 54 •Orientation Booklet 2012Schedule for Orientation EventsTurfloop CampusMonday 30 January 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the Onkgopotse Tiro Hall. (Entertainment by Radio Turf)Programme Director: Ms Kehilwe PlaatjieTime Venue Activity ResponsiblePerson08h30-008h4508h45-09h1509h15-09h30PresentationsOnkgopotse TiroHallOnkgopotse TiroHallOnkgopotse TiroHall09h30-09h50 Onkgopotse TiroHall09h50-10h20 BREAKOpening PrayerWelcome and introductionof the OrientationProgrammeIntroduction of Centre forAcademic Excellence(CAE)programmesIntroduction of libraryservicesPriestMr D. K. Mohuba: Executive Director;Marketing & CommunicationsProf K. Naidoo: Acting Executive Director;CAEMrs M.M. Chuene: Executive Director;LibrariesTime Venue Activity Responsible Person10h20-10h40 OnkgopotseTiro HallStudent Affairs services:Student ResidencesDr S. F. Seroka: Dean; StudentAffairsStudent GovernanceStudent Counseling &Development Sport10h40-11h00 OnkgopotseTiro HallAcademic Administration:RegistrationExaminationMr R. Naidoo: University Registrar11h00-11h2011h20-11h4011h40-12h0012h00-12h2012h20-12h4012h40-13h00OnkgopotseTiro HallOnkgopotseTiro HallOnkgopotseTiro HallOnkgopotseTiro HallOnkgopotseTiro HallOnkgopotseTiro HallCertificationInformation and CommunicationTechnology:Internet & Web accessEmailMeal BookingsPrintingInternational Office:Study permitsExchange studentsStudent Counselling andDevelopment:Transition to the UniversitySocial challengesDisabled Student Unit (DSU) servicesSafety & Security:Student CardsProtection ServicesRegistration of propertiesLost & found propertiesFinancial Aid Office (FAO):NSFASBursariesLoansMr G. M. Ledwaba: ActingExecutive Director; ICTMr M.A. Ntwampe: Manager;International OfficeDr M.P Mogane: Director; Centrefor Student Counselling andDevelopmentMrs G. K. Motshologane: Director;DSUMr M.A. Mampa: Director; Safetyand SecurityMs M.O. Ramethape: Director;FAO

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 5513h00-14h00LUNCHTime Venue Activity ResponsiblePerson14h00-16h00 Onkgopotse TiroHallHIV/AIDS Baseline StudyQuestionnaireMr N.O.Letebele: Manager StudentHealth and Wellness Centre16h00-17h00 Onkgopotse TiroHallMoral RegenerationMovementDr F Rahimi; Moral Regeneration ActivistTuesday 31 January 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the Onkgopotse Tiro Hall. (Entertainment by Radio Turf)Time Venue Activity Section/Officer Responsible08h30-08h4509h00-11h00Onkgopotse TiroHallOnkgopotse TiroHallAcademic ProcessionOpeningPrayerVice Chancellor’sWelcome AddressAddress: Deputy ViceChancellor(Academic &Research)Address: Director;SchoolofHealth SciencesAddress:ActingExecutiveDean;Faculty ofHumanitiesAddress: Acting ExecutiveDean;Faculty ofManagement and LawAddress: Executive FacultyDean;Science andAgricultureNational AnthemThe Vice Chancellordissolves the congregation11h00-11h45 BreakStudents attend Schools’ Fairs: Directors ofSchools address studentsOffice of the RegistrarDr A.E. NdhlovuProf. N.M. MokgalongProf M.M. SibaraProf N. P. Mbambo-KekanaDr. M. A. RampediMr. W.S. TladiProf. H.J. SiweyaProf.N. M. Mokgalong11h45-13h00 Schools DirectorsAccountancyProf. C Ambe (KD)Agricultural& Environmental SciencesEconomics & ManagementEducationHealth SciencesLanguages & CommunicationsLawMathematical & Computer SciencesMolecular & Life SciencesPhysical & Mineral SciencesSocial SciencesProf. D. Norris(M1)Prof. R. Ilorah(KB)Dr. R. S.Maoto(TB)Dr N. P. Mbambo-Kekana(KC)Prof. R Madazhe (TA)Mr WS Tladi(KA)Prof. M. Lesaoana (M2)Prof. PAS Olivier (M3)Prof.A. C. Gelebe(M4)Mrs J. M. Mokone (TB)13h00-14h00 LUNCHTime Venue Activity Section/Officer Responsible14h00-14h30 Onkgopotse TiroHallRadio Turf InteractiveProgrammesMr V.D. Mabuza: StationManager; Radio Turf14h35-17h00 Onkgopotse TiroHallAddressvideo showLibrary orientationMrs MM Chuene; ExecutiveDirector-LIS

Page 56 •Orientation Booklet 2012Orientation 2012 - Academic Life Skills Development ProgrammeWednesday / Thursday 2012Date Group 08h30 -Wed01 FebThurs02 Feb09h30 09h30 -A Library Orientation Library Orientation10h30 10h3010h45BRE10h45 -Library OrientationB Library Orientation Library Orientation Library OrientationC HIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreD HIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreA HIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreHIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreHIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreHIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreCareer Choice &Motivation &TB/CSCDInterpersonalRelations, Anxiety &Stress TA/CSCDCareer Choice &Motivation &TB/CSCD11h45 11h45 -Library Orientation13h00 13h0014h00BRE14h00 -Library OrientationLibrary Orientation Library OrientationBasic Study SkillsTB/CSCD - VinDrug & Alcohol AbuseTA/CSCDBasic Study SkillsTB/CSCDInterpersonalRelations, Anxiety &Stress TA/CSCDCareer Choice &Motivation &TB/CSCDInterpersonalRelations, Anxiety &Stress TA/CSCD15h00 15h00 -16h30Library OrientationLibrary OrientationDrug & Alcohol AbuseTA/CSCDBasic Study SkillsTB/CSCDDrug & Alcohol AbuseTA/CSCDB HIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreHIV/AIDSTA/Health CentreAKInterpersonalRelations, Anxiety &Stress TA/CSCDC Library Orientation Library Orientation Library OrientationD Library Orientation Library Orientation Library OrientationDrug & Alcohol AbuseTA/CSCDAKCareer Choice &Motivation &TB/CSCDLibrary Orientation Library OrientationLibrary Orientation Library OrientationBasic Study SkillsTB/CSCD - VinLibrary OrientationLibrary OrientationGroup A: School of Health SciencesSchool of Agriculture and Environmental SciencesGroup B: School of Mathematical and Computer SciencesSchool of Molecular and Life SciencesSchool of Physical and Mineral SciencesGroup C:School of Social SciencesSchool of Languages and Communication StudiesSchool of EducationGroup D:School of Economics and Management SciencesSchool of AccountancySchool of Law

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 57Friday 3 February 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the Onkgopotse Tiro Hall. (Entertainment Radio Turf)Time Venue Activity Section/Officer Responsible08h00-08h30 Great Tiro Hall Opening Marketing & Communications08h30-10h00 Onkgopotse TiroHallAll Ministers of faith inMankwengOne minister will lead a shortserviceStudents go todifferent venuesAfter Service, Ministers willmeet their prospectiveparishioners at different venuesto be announced10h00-13h00Onkgopotse TiroHallMentor -Mentee pairing&Campus TourCentre for Academic Excellence13h00-14h00 LUNCHStudent GovernanceTime Venue Activity Section/Officer Responsible14h00-14h15 Onkgopotse Tiro Student Representative SRC PresidentHallCouncil (SRC)14h15-14h25 Onkgopotse Tiro ANCYLRepresentativeHall14h25-14h35 Onkgopotse Tiro AZAYORepresentativeHall14h35-14h45 Onkgopotse Tiro CYMRepresentativeHall14h45-14h55 Onkgopotse Tiro DASORepresentativeHall14h55-15h05 Onkgopotse Tiro PASMARepresentativeHall15h05-15h15 Onkgopotse Tiro SCORepresentativeHall15h15-15h25 Onkgopotse TiroHallYCLRepresentative

Page 58 •Orientation Booklet 2012SPORTS DAYSaturday 04 February 20121. Fun Run 07h45Marked Route: Inside the SportsComplex. Males: 5kmFemles: 3km2. Tug- of- War 09h30Stage I: KNOCKOUTMATCH1 Team A v/s Team FMATCH2 Team C v/s Team EMATCH3 Team B v/s Team DStage II: ROUND-ROBIN3. Volleyball 10h15MATCH 1 Team A v/s Team B 10h15MATCH2 Team C v/s Team E 10h30MATCH3 Team B v/s Team F 10h45SEMI-FINAL 1 11H00WINNER 1 V/S WINNER 2SEMI-FINAL 2 11H15WINNER3 V/S BEST LOOSERTHIRD PLACE PLAY-OFF 11H30LOSER Semi-Final 1 v/s Looser Semi -Final2FINAL12H00SEMI-FINAL 1 & 2 WINNERSFive (10) minutes per matchNo gender specifics4. BasketballKnockout competition.One team with the lowest losing marginin the last six round proceeds to thesemi-finals.Each match shall have a duration of 10minutes.MATCH 1Team A v/s Team DCourt A10h15MATCH 2Team C v/s Team ECourt B10h15MATCH 3Team B v/s Team FCourt A10h30MATCH 4Winners M1 & M2Court B11h00MATCH 5Winner M3 & Best LooserCourt A 11h00MATCH 6 Loosers M4 & M5 Court A11h30MATCH 7 Winners M4 & M5 Court A11h455. Netball 10h45Knockout competitions.One team with the lowest losing marginin the last six round proceeds to thesemi-finals.Each match shall have a duration of20minutes.ROUND OF SIXMATCH 1Team C v/s Team DCourt A10h15MATCH 2Team A v/s Team BCourt B10h15MATCH 3Team E v/s Team FCourt A10h45SEMI-FINALSSemi-Final 1: Winner M1 v/s WinnerCourt A11h15Semi-Final 2: Winner M3 v/s Best LoserCourt B11h15THIRD PLACE PLAY-OFFLooser Semi 1 v/s Looser Semi2Court A11h45FINALWinner Semi 1 v/s Winner Semi 212h206. Football10h45Knockout competitionOne team with the lowest losing marginin the last six round proceeds to thesemi-finals.Each match shall have a duration of30minutes.ROUND OF SIXMATCH 1 Team A v/s Team EGround A10h15MATCH 2Team C v/s Team FGround B10h15MATCH 3Team B v/s Team DGround C10h15SEMI-FINALSSEMI 1: Winner M1 v/s Winner M3Ground A10h55SEMI 2: Winner M2 v/s Best LooserGround A10h55THIRD PLACE PLAY-OFFLooser Semi 1 v/s Looser Semi2GroundA11h35FINALWinners Semi 1 & Semi 2Ground A12h15Sunday 30th January 2011

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 59Schedule for Orientation EventsMedunsa CampusThursday 02 February 2012Programme Director: Mr Padi MatlalaTime Venue Activity Responsible Person08h30–New Auditorium Opening Prayer Mr. I Maboye08h4508h45–09h0009h00–09h3009h30–09h5009h50-10h20 BREAKPresentationsNew AuditoriumWelcome and introductionof the OrientationprogrammeNew AuditoriumIntroduction of Centre forAcademic excellence (CAE)programmesNew AuditoriumAcademic Administration:RegistrationExaminationCertificationMr. D.K. Mohuba: Executive Director; Marketingand CommunicationsProf. K. Naidoo: Acting Executive Director; CAEMr. H. Croucamp: Deputy RegistrarTime Venue Activity Responsible Person10h20-11h40NewAuditorium Student Affairs services:Student ResidencesStudent GovernanceStudent Counseling & DevelopmentSportDr. S.F. Seroka: Dean; Student Affairs11h40-12h0012h00-12h3012h30-13h00NewAuditoriumNewAuditoriumNewAuditoriumFinancial Aid Office:NSFASBursariesLoansMs. K. Herman: HoD; Financial Aid OfficeIntroduction of Library services Mr. J van Niekerk: Acting Director; LibraryInformation and CommunicationTechnology: Internet & Web accessEmailMeal BookingsPrintingMr. G.M. Ledwaba: Acting ExecutiveDirector; ICTMr. TA Mosupi: Acting Manager; ICT13h00 – 14h00 LUNCH14h00–14h30NewAuditoriumSafety & Security:Student CardsProtection ServicesRegistration of propertiesLost & Found propertiesMr. A. Satege: Manager; Safety & Security14h30–15h00NewAuditoriumStudy Material15h00-15h30Medical Material Van SchaikStationary & BookshopMr. I. Steyn: Study StuffMs. J. Sibiya: Van Schaik Book Shop

Page 60 •Orientation Booklet 2012Friday 03 February 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the New AuditoriumTime Venue Activity Responsible PersonNewAcademic Procession Office of the RegistrarAuditoriumOpening PrayerMr. I Maboye08h30-10h3010h30-11h00 BREAKVice Chancellor’s – WelcomeAddressAddress: Acting Deputy ViceChancellorAddress: Deputy ViceChancellorAddress: Executive Dean –Student AffairsAddress: Executive Dean –Health SciencesNational AnthemCandle light ServiceVice Chancellor – Dissolvesthe CongregationProf. N.M. MokgalongProf. H.F. JoubertProf. M.M. SibaraDr. S. SerokaProf. E.A. HollandProf. N.M. Mokgalong11h00–13h00NewAuditoriumWords of encouragement /Motivational SpeechEducators programmeCAMPUS HEALTH13h00 – 14h00 LUNCH14h00–17h00Sport Centre Sports Activities Mr. J SemonoMonday 06 February 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the New AuditoriumTime Venue Activity Section/ Officer Responsible08h30- NewLibrary OrientationLibrary10h30 Auditorium10h30-11h0010h30-12h30NewAuditoriumIntroduction to AcademicSkillsCentre for Academic Excellence13h00 – 14h00 LUNCH14h00-15h00NewAuditorium15h00-15h30NewAuditorium15h30–16h00E-LearningCentreIntroduction to AcademicSkills continueVUMABlackboard (E-Learning)Centre for Academic ExcellenceCentre for Academic ExcellenceMs. A. Botha / Mr. I. Maboye

Orientation Booklet 2012 • Page 61Tuesday 07 February 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the New AuditoriumTime Venue Activity Section/ Officer Responsible08h15-08h45NewAuditoriumVan Schaik BookshopVan Schaik Rep08h45-13h00NewAuditoriumSchool’s FairSchools Reps13h00 – 14h00 LUNCH14h00–17h00New AuditoriumPOWA, Brothers for Life &TACCampus HealthWednesday 08 February 201207h30-08h00 Students assemble at the New AuditoriumTime Venue Activity Section/ Officer ResponsibleLectures for First-Time08h00- DifferentEntering StudentsLecturers13h00 Lecture HallsCommenceSOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL ANTHEMNkosi Sikelel'i Africa,Maluphakanyisw'uphondo Lwayo,Yizwa Imithandazo yethu,Nkosi SikelelaThina Lusapho Lwayo,Morena boloka Setjhaba sa heso,O fedise dintwa lematshwenyeho,O se boloke,O se boloke,Setjhaba sa heso,Setjhaba sa South Africa,South Africa!Uit die blou van onse hemel,Uit die dieptes van ons see,Oor ons ewige gebergtes,Waar die kranse antwoord gee,Sounds the call to come together,And united we shall stand,Let us live and strive for freedom,In South Africa our Land

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