Institutional Advancement (IA) department has achieved a remarkable milestone by winning the Bronze Award of Excellence at the 2024 MACE (Marketing, Advancement, and Communication in Education) Excellence Awards. The award, secured in Division 1: Campaigns, Category 2 – Fundraising Campaign (Alumni Fundraising Campaign), marks a significant achievement for a department that acquired human resources just a year ago
The MACE Excellence Awards is a platform that recognises and celebrate outstanding work of Marketing, Communication, and Advancement professionals in higher education. The campaign’s success is not measured merely by the funds raised, but by the lasting impact it will have on education, research, and innovation at MUT. Judged by a distinguished independent panel on its creativity, impact, strategic alignment, and execution, this year’s awards featured entries from over 20 universities across South Africa. This win is not IA’s alone, but belongs to every staff member, donor, student, and alumnus who believed in the campaign and took action to support its vision.
While the Bronze award marks a significant milestone for MUT and a testament to the IA department’s dedication and innovation, competing against universities with decades of experience in advancement was not an easy task, IA’s success demonstrates how far the department has come in a short time,
Dr Connie Israel, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement, expressed her pride in the team: “This award affirms the incredible potential of MUT and its community, but also serves as a reminder of the immense responsibility we carry in advancing the mission of MUT.
To have achieved this in such a short period speaks volumes about the commitment of our team and the support from our alumni. It also sets the bar for what we can achieve as we continue to grow.”
The accolade, awarded in the Fundraising Campaigns category comes at an exciting time as MUT celebrates its 45th anniversary. IA’s demonstration of the unwavering dedication, creativity, and strategic vision that defined the team’s efforts in the #MUTualGain initiative designed as a cornerstone of MUT’s broader 100 Million & Change campaign, #MUTualGain champions the ethos of collective empowerment, urging staff, students, and alumni to contribute toward a brighter future for the university community.
The IA team extends its gratitude to the MUT community and alumni who have supported its efforts, making this recognition possible. As the department continues to grow, this milestone sets a solid foundation for future achievements.