The unwavering dedication and loyal service of more than 200 employees were celebrated during the recent Long Service Awards ceremony.
The event, which was held at the Major Sports Hall, Bellville Campus, honoured employees with 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35 and 40 years of unbroken service at CPUT.
Vice-Chancellor Prof Chris Nhlapo said the event served to honour and acknowledge the recipients for their hard work and loyalty to the institution.
“This event today is a platform to say thank you. It's a platform to look back with admiration … for recognising employees’ long relationship with the institution. It is a platform for us as executive management to acknowledge loyalty and a strong sense of belonging.”
He acknowledged the role the awardees had played in building the institution.
“This year we are celebrating our 20 years of growing from greats. And some of these greats are here before us. I know that sometimes when we talk about these greats people are thinking about people who have retired, but you are the greats that we’re talking about because some of us who joined later benefited from the work that you have done and we are standing on your broad shoulders.”
Denise February, who celebrated 40 years of service, said she looks back at her journey at CPUT with deep gratitude, pride and joy.
“I’ve been privileged to witness countless students cross the graduation stage, knowing the dedication and perseverance behind each success story. I’ve celebrated innovative projects that united colleagues in creativity and purpose and I’ve treasured the friendships forged over shared coffee breaks and late-night deadlines.
“As I prepare to embark on my retirement journey, I extend my heartfelt wishes for the university’s continued success and prosperity.”
Written by Ilse Fredericks
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