Category: Role Models Students

Tala Ross Tala is from the Western Cape and is currently studying BSc (Computer Science,Maths and Applied Maths) at the University of Cape Town. “The one thing that I knew for sure was that I didn’t want to get involved…

Gayathri Suresh Gayathri is from the Eastern Cape and is studying medicine at the University of Cape Town “I have always been fascinated by physical science because my parents are science teachers and I really look up to them.” Tell…

Fabian Ferreira Fabian is from the Eastern Cape and is studying BSc (Chemical Engineering) at the University of Stellenbosch. “Study hard and never give up. Setbacks only exist to make way for success.” Tell us a bit about your school.…

Doreen Davies Doreen is from North West Province and is currently studying towards a degree in multimedia at the University of Pretoria. “Never undersell yourself, but don’t be overconfident. Apply to as many institutes as you can. Always have a…

Laila Choonara Laila is from Mpumalanga and is currently studying medicine at the University of the Witwatersrand “I had a wonderful maths teacher, Mrs Bothma, and I only realise now (after facing new challenges) that she taught me maths beyond…

Stephan Louw Stephan is from Mpumalanga and is currently studying BSc (Mathematical Science) at Stellenbosch University. “I hope to one day work in an environment that allows me to use the mathematical skills I have acquired to make a difference…

Thiven Padayachy Thivenis from the Northern Cape and is currently studying medicine at the University of Stellenbosch.    “Be goal driven, disciplined and motivated. Don’t procrastinate and put off what you can do now.” When did you realise you enjoyed…

Nicola van den Berg Nicola is from Gauteng and is currently studying BSc (Genetics) at the University of Pretoria. “I’ve always had a maths brain. Since starting high school I have enjoyed doing mathematics on a more difficult level, doing…

Ronewa Ndou Ronewa is from Limpopo and is currently studying BSc (Electrical and Computer Engineering) at the University of Cape Town. “Despite hard and difficult times, you can achieve anything as long as you believe in yourself and stay focused…

Sharon Ellman Sharon is from Gauteng and is studying BSc (Environmentaland Engineering Geology) at the University of Pretoria. “The idea of one day being able to contribute to the world in a meaningful and lasting way inspires me. Science is…