CUT Annual Report 2013

MANAGEMENT
Message from the Chancellor
This annual report provides an overview of the work
conducted by the Central University of Technology,
Free State (CUT) and all its divisions as part of their
contributions toward the realisation of Vision 2020, and
also serves to provide further details of what was achieved
thus far.
The report also reflects on the achievements of the
university, with special reference to the following strategic
sets: Building a strong foundation, the academic projects
of the university, and establishing partnerships for its
advancement. Through the launch of our Vision 2020
last year, I am certain that our commitment to strategic
partnerships with government, business and industry, as
well as with universities both in South Africa and abroad,
laid a solid foundation upon which the socio-economic
development of the Central region can be fully realised.
For the purpose of this report, it is important to note
that the period under review coincided with the roll-out of
Vision 2020. It was a period of exciting growth and change
for CUT, during which students and staff were encouraged
to explore innovative ways of making the university a CUT
above the rest. We encouraged them to have faith in our
constitutional democracy and, most importantly, to stay
focused on teaching and learning to make CUT an
institution that stands for honesty, integrity and
determination.
We must therefore acknowledge that the year 2013 was
the period in which we were able to overcome many of our
challenges and set new records for the university. We have
been enriched through our various experiences; some of
which demanded resilience to overcome these challenges.
2013 is now history that the university has put behind itself.
As we look inwards to reflect on our challenges and
setbacks, let us honour and celebrate the contribution that
each and every one of our internal and external partners
have made towards the realisation of our vision amidst
these difficult times. Some may have done so in small yet
meaningful ways, whilst others have gone the extra mile.
Dr Boet Troskie
Chancellor
To our government, business and industry partners, your commitment to
our partnership is greatly appreciated. We look forward to 2014, which
will bring with it new challenges and new hope.
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