CUT Alumni

02/10/2026

Maluti-A-Phofung Youth Opportunities Expo hosted by the Free State Premiers Office

30/09/2026

Important notice to take note of.

Important Notice: Closing Date for 2027 applications

11/09/2026

Alumni Reunion in Kathu

There is something special about reconnecting with people who share a common journey.

The recent CUT Alumni Reunion in Kathu brought together graduates from different years, professions and walks of life to reconnect, reminisce and celebrate the bonds formed during their time at the Central University of Technology, Free State. As CUT, we are proud of the impact our alumni continue to make in their communities, workplaces and industries across South Africa and beyond. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the Kathu reunion a memorable occasion. We look forward to many more opportunities to connect, engage, and grow together.

19/08/2026

Spring Graduations on 04 September 2026

One final voyage to the horizon

As we bring our 2026 Graduation Ceremonies to a close under the theme “Sailing into a New Horizon,” CUT warmly invites the Spring Graduation cohort to join us for one final voyage.

In Autumn, we set sail with a remarkable group of graduates, celebrating them as voyagers equipped with knowledge, experiences, courage, and dreams to carry beyond familiar shores.

Now, the voyage continues.

A new cohort is ready to come aboard, take their place on the deck, and embark on the final voyage of our 2026 graduation journey. What began with our Autumn graduates now reaches its final horizon with you, our Spring graduates, as we celebrate your achievements and the exciting journeys that lie ahead.

This is more than a graduation ceremony. It is a moment to cast off from the shores of the familiar, chart new waters, and sail boldly toward new horizons.

Take your place. Come aboard. Sail with us one final time.

18/08/2026

CUT International Career Day

Ready to take your career beyond borders? 🌍✈️

Join us for the CUT International Career Day 2026: From CUT to Global Careers, hosted in celebration of International Youth Day 2026 under the theme "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations."

Gain practical guidance, build global career readiness, and connect directly with CUT alumni working across the globe!

Event Details:
Date: Friday, 21 August 2026
Time: 11:00 – 13:00 (Registration opens at 10:30)
Venue: Career Services Training Room (Student Academic Support)
Format: Hybrid (Attend in person or join online)

Who Should Attend: Open to all CUT students

Why you should attend:
- Gain firsthand insights from CUT alumni thriving internationally
- Build career readiness for local, global, and multicultural workplaces
- Expand your professional network

⚠️ RSVP Deadline: 19 August 2026

Scan the QR code on the poster or visit www.cut.ac.za/careers-office to secure your spot today!

06/08/2026

CUT Alumnus pursues PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University

The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT), proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of alumnus Munashe Ignatius Chibinyani, who is currently pursuing a PhD in Mechanical Engineering at Stanford University in the United States.

His achievement reflects more than personal success. It demonstrates the role universities such as CUT play in cultivating researchers who are equipped to contribute to global scientific advancement while remaining committed to addressing real-world challenges.

Originally from Botswana, Munashe Ignatius Chibinyani completed his bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering at the University of Botswana before joining the CUT, where he pursued a Master of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from 2021 to 2025. During this period, he immersed himself in advanced research in additive manufacturing and advanced structures, building a strong foundation in engineering innovation, scientific inquiry and applied problem-solving. His postgraduate journey at CUT not only refined his technical expertise but also strengthened his research capability, enabling him to contribute to internationally published scholarly work and compete at the highest levels of academia.

“Becoming the first graduate in my family was more than a personal achievement, it was the fulfilment of a dream shared by those who had sacrificed so much for my future. After completing my master's degree at CUT, family responsibilities required me to temporarily step away from academia. I accepted a position as an insurance loss adjuster to help provide financial stability for my family.”

Today, his doctoral research at Stanford University focuses on intelligent structures and advanced materials with applications in aerospace, robotics and medicine-fields that are shaping the future of engineering and technology. Beyond advancing scientific knowledge, he hopes to create research collaborations and opportunities for talented students from Botswana and other resource-constrained communities, ensuring that future generations have greater access to world-class research environments.

Sharing the significance of this milestone, he highlighted that, "although I did not announce my admission when it happened, starting my PhD at Stanford has been one of the most meaningful milestones of my life. It represents years of sacrifice, perseverance, faith and support from so many people." Reflecting on the path that brought him to Stanford, he added, "from the University of Botswana, to CUT and now to Stanford University, this journey has taught me that our starting point does not have to define our destination."

Read more:
https://www.cut.ac.za/news/cut-alumnus-pursues-phd-in-mechanical-engineering-at-stanford-university

29/07/2026

NRF Funding Fraud Awareness | Providing false information to qualify for NRF funding is a form of funding fraud.

This includes providing false or incorrect information, or submitting falsified or altered supporting documents to qualify for funding.

Honest and accurate information helps ensure funding reaches those who qualify.

29/07/2026

Employment opportunity for qualifying CUT Alumni/Professionals.

Office Coordinator: Registrar Operations

The Registrar’s Office at the Central University of Technology is looking for a dedicated and dynamic professional to join the team on an 11-month contract (September 2026 – July 2027) at the Bloemfontein Campus.

For more information, see the advert below:

28/07/2026

merSETA Social has an employment opportunity for those who qualify

We’re Hiring!

Vacancyhttps://www.merseta.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/merSETA_Client-Liaison-Administrator_2026.pdf

Application form:https://merseta.org.za/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/merSETA_Job-Application-Form.pdf

17/06/2026

CUT, FS Alumni Lejweleputswa Chapter
CUT Hotel School Alumni

CUT Invites Student Innovators to Apply for AGGP Move-to-Market Pilot Opportunity

CUT is calling on student entrepreneurs and innovators with market-ready potential to participate in a curated Move-to-Market pilot linked to the Allan & Gill Gray Philanthropies (AGGP), aimed at supporting the transition from innovation to commercial opportunity.

Whether you have built a prototype, developed an MVP, launched a digital platform, designed a product, or created an innovative service, the CUT / AGGP Move-to-Market Pilot Opportunity is designed to help bridge the gap between innovation and commercialisation.

Through the CUT / AGGP Move-to-Market Pilot Opportunity, selected projects may receive support to advance towards customer validation, pilot testing, first users, first customers, early revenue generation, and market entry.

Scan the QR code or complete the intake form to submit your project.

Fill out the form on the link below:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=ScFAubeRz0u6LA242BcZbUbuAoZb34JBu5QGxNS9fTVURDVDQ1FOTEpVR0dETU9KWEhWTU83MDZQSS4u