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Official Twitter account for the Durban University of Technology’s Faculty of Arts & Design. https://teapawt.net/t.co/ZQmmj2zXLR

Durban, South Africa
Joined November 2015
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Rene Bhengu, an Interior Design graduate, owner of Rene Forbay Designs, won awards at the Empowerment and Recognition of Women in Construction Awards. Bhengu won 1st place in Interior Design & Building Project of the Year & 3rd place in Project Delivery Excellence of the Year.
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FAD doctoral students recently participated in a 3-day Doctoral Academy workshop facilitated by Professor Pholoho Morojele. The workshop created a space for students to share their research journeys, discuss challenges, & gain valuable insights to support timely PhD completion.
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Izingcezu by Zane Ngwenya ✨ A visual journey of identity, process, and self-reflection. “Pieces” of lived experience come together to shape a powerful fashion narrative. #Izingcezu #CreativeProcess #Identity #Exhibition
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Saturday was all about career goals! 🚀 DUT’s Faculty of Arts and Design joined the CAO Career Exhibition at the Durban ICC to help learners, parents, and educators explore endless possibilities. #DUT #CAOExhibition #DurbanICC #CareerPath
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We are excited to announce that Dr Rory Van As has been appointed Acting HoD for Visual Communication Design, effective 01 February 2026.
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As part of the ADAPT@DUT Orientation Programme, the Faculty of Arts and Design hosted an interactive session with first-year students across its disciplines.
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The session was led by Executive Dean Prof Pholoho Morojele, supported by Deputy Dean Dr Tanya van der Walt, HoD: Media, Language & Communications Prof Maleshoane Rapeane-Mathonsi, and Faculty Officer Mr Pragasen Reddy.
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PART TWO: 2025 FAD Annual Research Conference highlights
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2025 FAD Annual Research Conference highlights
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We are delighted to invite you to the DUT Fashion Department’s Fashion Exhibition and Student Awards. Date: 5 November 2025 Time: 10:00 AM Venue: Brickfield Campus, 96 Felix Dlamini Road, Overport – Durban
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The Faculty of Arts and Design Doctoral Academy will host the Supervisor Capacitation Workshop on 3-4 November 2025. Themed 'Supervising the Proposal - From Registration to Research Design', the workshop aims to equip emerging supervisors.
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Bring your creativity to life at DUT! Apply for the Bachelor of Design in Visual Communication Design (Graphic Design) and turn your passion into a profession. 📷 Apply via cao.ac.za #DUT #DUTArtsAndDesign #IAMDUT #CreateTheFutureYouWant@DUT
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Join us for “Reframing iKusasa”, an exhibition by Graphic Design & Photography Honours students — Shrivar Rabichand, Nkosinathi Ncanana & Bongumusa Msubo. 🎨📸 🗓️ Sat, 18 Oct | ⏰ 11:00 AM 📍 Satellite Gallery, City Campus #DUT #ReframingiKusasa #ArtExhibition #CreativeFutures
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Language Practice students had the chance to engage with renowned poets during the 29th #PoetryAfrica Festival outreach! 🎙️✨ A powerful session on how poetry inspires change and social awareness. Theme: “Poetry: An Architecture for Social Justice.” 🖋️🌍 #DUT #LanguagePractice
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Midlands students found calm before exams through beginner’s yoga sessions led by Baijanjayanthi Panda from India. Organised by Dr Anusharani Sewchurran, the sessions encouraged focus, balance, and self-care — and might just become a regular fixture! #DUT #StudentWellness #Yoga
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Yesterday, the Journalism Programme hosted poets Olena Huseynova and L’Encre des Étoiles as part of the 29th Poetry Africa Festival outreach. The festival, themed “Poetry: An Architecture For Social Justice,” runs from 6–11 Oct 2026 at Seabrookes Theatre. #PoetryAfrica2025
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📢 Appointment Announcement: Dr Tanya van der Walt has been appointed as Interim Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Arts & Design, effective 1 Oct 2025. Congratulations, Dr van der Walt! 🎉👏 Announced by Exec Dean, Prof Pholoho Morojele. #Leadership #Congratulations
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MEET OUR SPEAKERS (2/2) Get ready for: Poetry • Music • Dance Performances A critical conversation on Unity in Diversity Insta-worthy 360-degree photobooth & Insta-frame
MEET OUR SPEAKERS (1/2) The excitement is building for the 2nd Annual Student Diversity Festival 2025 Date: 4 September 2025 Time: 09:00 – 14:00 Venue: Fred Crookes Sports Centre, Steve Biko Campus Theme: Celebrating Diversity through Song and Dance
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MEET OUR SPEAKERS (1/2) The excitement is building for the 2nd Annual Student Diversity Festival 2025 Date: 4 September 2025 Time: 09:00 – 14:00 Venue: Fred Crookes Sports Centre, Steve Biko Campus Theme: Celebrating Diversity through Song and Dance
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🔥🔥1 Day to Go! 🔥🔥 Tomorrow we come together for the 2nd Annual Student Diversity Festival 2025 📅Date: 4 September 2025 ⏲️Time: 09:00 – 14:00 📍Venue: Fred Crookes Sports Centre, Steve Biko Campus 🎭Theme: Celebrating Diversity through Song and Dance
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