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Let them go, let them grow
6 February 2007
"It is critical to let them go and experience what it’s like to grow intellectually, academically and socially," he said.
UCT’s Parents’ Orientation Programme, held on 3 and 5 February, has become increasingly popular.
Jameson Hall just about burst its seams with 3 600 parents attending the welcome address by Prof Ndebele.
The orientation programme covered everything a parent would want to know – from talks on the Jammie Shuttle Service to career development. There was also an opportunity for question-time with faculty deans.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Prof Thandabantu Nhlapo eased the minds of yesterday’s group, those parents from outside the Western Cape.
"Remember your children are only a phone call away," he said. "This beginning is about as joyful as the end of the process."
- Author: Daniella Pollock