The Central University of Technology, Free State (CUT) is proud to announce that Professor Samson Mashele, Dean of Health and Environmental Sciences, has been invited to join the McGraw Hill Medical Education Advisory Board.

This prestigious appointment marks a major recognition of Prof. Mashele’s leadership in medical education and opens doors for CUT to influence the future of healthcare training in South Africa.

The Advisory Board, established by McGraw Hill Professional—a globally respected publisher of leading medical texts such as Harrison’s Principles of Internal Medicine and Goodman and Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics—brings together top-tier experts to shape the direction of medical education across the country.

His participation is more than symbolic. It positions CUT at the table where national educational strategy is discussed—on topics ranging from curriculum innovation to the integration of artificial intelligence in medical training. CUT’s voice will now help steer decisions on digital platforms like AccessMedicine and influence how global resources are tailored for South African institutions.

For CUT, this is a strategic advantage. It connects the university directly to international networks, enriches its academic visibility, and allows early access to educational innovations. Students and staff stand to benefit through exposure to cutting-edge resources and practices. It also strengthens the university’s credibility as a thought leader in medical and health sciences education.

“This invitation is a testament to Prof. Mashele’s expertise and vision, and it reflects the growing recognition of CUT’s role in shaping health sciences education in South Africa. We are proud of this milestone and the opportunities it unlocks for our institution,” said Prof. David Ngidi, Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Teaching and Learning.

As the healthcare landscape evolves, CUT continues to rise—driven by leadership that not only responds to change but helps define it.