Eduvos Students Shine at the Student Gold Pack Awards.

Post by Eduvos, October 31, 2025.

We are proud to share that 14 of our Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design Vossies showcased their innovative packaging designs at the 2025 Student Gold Pack Awards, hosted by the Institute of Packaging SA. 

Designing for Impact 

The Student Gold Pack Awards give students from higher education institutions across South Africa a platform to demonstrate their creativity, skills, and understanding of real-world design challenges. This year’s competition focused on three key categories: 

• Accessible Packaging: Inclusive designs that make packaging usable for a wide range of people. 
• Single Serve Packaging: Smart solutions for convenient, single-use items. 
• Quick Service Restaurant (QRS) Takeaway Packaging: Designs for delivery, drive-thru, and e-commerce meals that preserve quality and freshness. 

Where Learning Meets the Real World 

Bridging the gap between classroom learning and industry experience is at the heart of all our qualifications. Competitions like the Student Gold Pack Awards challenge our Vossies to apply what they’ve learned, build confidence, and gain valuable industry insights.  

“I am absolutely overwhelmed with pride at what our students and staff have achieved at the 2025 Student Gold Pack Awards,” says Judith Evans, Programme Manager. “Having 14 finalists representing several campuses across Eduvos is unprecedented, and it demonstrates that design excellence thrives throughout our entire institution. Having been invited to judge on the Graphic Design panel this year was a true honour, and seeing our students excel amongst the nation's best was incredibly rewarding. This is the third year in a row that our students have placed in the top three for their categories, which is a testament to the quality and consistency we've built into this programme.” 

The Vossies Behind the Vision 

This year’s finalists represented our Bedfordview, Bloemfontein, Durban (Umhlanga), Mowbray, Nelson Mandela Bay, and Pretoria campuses as well as Eduvos Online. Their work showcased creativity, inclusivity, and innovation in design: 

• Anushka Van Der Merwe: Anushka designed a gravity-fed Jungle Oats dispenser designed for one-handed use, combining functionality with accessibility. 
• Carla Neveling: Carla’s McDonald’s concept blends heritage with emotional design, creating a memorable, customer-focused dining experience. 
• Clarida Yssel: Clarida’s Press & Pour is a collapsible wine box that makes serving simple and elegant. 
• Daluci Whiston: Daluci designed an inclusive Always packaging featuring bold typography, tactile markers, and braille for better accessibility. 
• Jonica Visagie: Jonica designed a dual-opening Animalzone Fruit Chunks pack made for users of all ages and abilities. She also received The PPM Award for her work. 
• Karla Strydom: Karla introduced a cost-effective Maynards Jelly Gums redesign that enhances usability and visual accessibility.  
• Kayla Rouse: Kayla designed a portable pour-over: a bamboo-supported, single-serve coffee filter that simplifies brewing on the go, earning 3rd place in the Single Serve category. 
• Lethabo Makofane: Lethabo reimagined the ketchup sachet with a pull-tab design for cleaner, easier use by all. She also won the Polyflex Award. 
• Luke van Staden: Luke designed a Crave Burger takeaway packaging concept that’s strong, eco-friendly, and easy to carry. 
• Nompumelelo Ncube: Nompumelelo redesigned the Always packaging with built-in disposal bags and easy-open features for improved convenience and comfort. 
• Priscilla-lee Harrington: Priscilla-lee presented a sustainable redesign for Fat Bastard wine, combining bold personality with eco-friendly materials. 
• Roan Stone: Roan designed a modular, leak-proof Haru Sushi system that enhances delivery quality and sustainability. 
• Thaleisha Van Der Merwe: Thaleisha designed a concept for Tastic that introduces single-serve flavoured rice sachets with fun visuals and portion-perfect convenience. 
• Tamyn Barnard: Tamryn designed a sustainable Zam-Buk redesign made from sugarcane plastic, featuring an easy-open clip and keychain-ready design. 

Each of these designs represents more than a packaging concept; they reflect the innovation, empathy, and problem-solving mindset that defines Eduvos students. Through platforms like the Student Gold Pack Awards, our Vossies continue to prove that creativity has the power to drive meaningful change. 

Pursue your future in graphic design. Applications for 2026 are open, enrol today and secure your seat for 2026. 

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