Thuso Connect November Mentor Masterclass | Cultivating Emerging Academic Leaders

Описание: This Masterclass explored what it meant to mentor the next generation of academic leaders with confidence, vision, and integrity. Hosted under the Advancing Early Career Researchers and Scholars (AECRS) Programme, the session brought together two accomplished leaders whose work continues to shape higher education in South Africa and beyond.

Speakers:

Professor Satsope Maoto
Executive Dean: Faculty of Humanities, University of Limpopo
Champion for advancing women in academic leadership and management

Professor Irma Eloff
Professor of Educational Psychology, University of Pretoria
Founder of the African Deans of Education Forum (ADEF)
Former Chair of the Global Network of Deans of Education (GNDE)
Member of the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf)
Adjunct Professor at the University of Innsbruck, Austria

About the Session:
This Masterclass offers practical insights, reflective guidance, and inspirational perspectives for mentors, mentees, and academic leaders invested in strengthening research capacity and leadership pathways within universities. It highlights the importance of intentional mentorship, supportive academic environments, and leadership that is values-driven and future-focused.

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The Thuso Connect platform supports early career researchers and scholars across South African universities through mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and leadership development.

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